List of Clubs and Societies

Please feel free to explore the list. Some email addresses and websites are available, but if you cannot contact the president of a certain Club or Society, email the Vice President Administration at su_vpadmin@stu.ca.

Please Note:  The St. Thomas University Students’ Union respects and promotes the autonomous operation of clubs and societies. As such, the views and undertakings of clubs and societies do not in all cases reflect the views of the Students’ Union.

▪ AIESEC
▪ African Students’ Union
▪ Amnesty International
▪ Anthropology Society
▪ Best Buddies
▪ Campus Ministry
▪ Caribbean Immersion Association
▪ Chess Club
▪ Criminology Society
▪ Economics Society
▪ Education Society
▪ English Literature Society
▪ Fine Arts Society
▪ French Society
▪ Frontier College Students for Literacy
▪ Gerontology Society
▪ Habitats for Humanity
▪ History Society
▪ Humanitarian Aid Society
▪ Human Rights Society
▪ Independent Film Society
▪ IOTA BETA Sorority
▪ Jewish Student Services of UNB & STU
▪ LASS (Latin America Spanish Society)
▪ Native Student Council
▪ Political Science Society
▪ Undergraduate Philosophy Society (UPS)
▪ Pre-Law Society
▪ Psychology Society
▪ Religious Studies Society
▪ SHOUT
▪ Science and Technology Studies Society
▪ Social Work Society
▪ Sociology Society
▪ SPECTRUM Gay and Lesbian Alliance
▪ STEEDS (Early English Drama Society)
▪ Students for Sustainability
▪ STUISA (International Student Association)
▪ STUSAC (St. Thomas University Student Athlete Council)
▪ STU Volunteer Tutoring Society
▪ Theatre St. Thomas
▪ UNB/STU Catholic Students Association
▪ UNB/STU Fencing Club
▪ UNB/STU REDS Cheerleading
▪ World University Service of Canada
▪ Young Conservatives
▪ Young Liberals
▪ Young NDP
AISEC

AISEC, the world’s largest student-run organization is the international platform for young people to discover and develop their potential to have a positive impact on society. AISEC facilitates international traineeship exchanges and supporting activities that provide practical learning experiences for our interns and that facilitate the learning of our members and other stakeholders.
Contact: Danielle Comeau at gydzr@stu.ca

African Students’ Union

The goal of this society is to act as a representative organization of students and other nationals from the continent of Africa, in Fredericton, on matters of local, national, and international concern and of significance to members of ASU; to promote and encourage better understanding between African and non-African students, and between Africa, Canada and the rest of the world.
Contact: Josiah Gado at asu@unb.ca

Amnesty International

Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of “ordinary” people who work together to achieve extraordinary results.  Each day we stand in solidarity with – and help protect – individuals and communities around the world whose human rights are under attack.  We appeal for the violations to stop. We mobilize public pressure to prevent human rights abuses from taking place.

Amnesty members come from many different cultures and backgrounds. What unites us is our determination to build a world where all people live in dignity, security and freedom.  The Saint Thomas Amnesty International Club is proud to maintain a dedicated membership who works in an empathetic environment towards the common goal of promoting human dignity.

If you have an interest in human rights or wish to know more about Amnesty, please contact Alicia Gagnon.
Contact:    amnesty.passion@gmail.com

Anthropology Society

The object of the Anthropology Society is to invoke discussion; organize excursions and events and to provide help and support to other members of the anthropological community.
Contact: Moira McLaughlin at mclaugh@stu.ca

Best Buddies

Campus Ministry

Campus Ministries offers friendship, pastoral counseling, liturgical celebrations, programmes in faith development, interest groups, retreats, music, dance, a listening ear, and a “drop-in-and-say-hi” approach.
Contact: Janice Ryan at jryan@stu.ca

Caribbean Immersion Association

The objective of the Club is to allow the student body of Caribbean parentage to propagate and maintain the values of Caribbean culture and to serve as a forum for the sharing of non-Caribbean cultures through the exposition of the various forms of self-expression including, drama, dance, art, music, etc.
Contact: Mahailia Richards at gyctg@stu.ca

Chess Club

Basically, what it says. Play some chess. Roland’s smart, he’ll give you a run for your money.

Contact: rchrisjo@stu.ca

Criminology Society

Contact: crimsociety@stu.ca

Economics Society

The goal of the Economics Society is to create a wider interest in world economy and the state of our country, as well as offering a casual atmosphere for students to consider such issues.
Contact: secord@stu.ca

Education Society

The purpose of the Education Society is to foster a closer union among the Education students at STU; to provide a voice for the Education students in the greater university community; and to help promote the cultural aims of STU, both within the academic community and outside the University.
Contact: Leigh Muething at hdcnj@stu.ca

English Literature Society

This Society helps to bring together people to talk about the benefits that English Literature brings to a society and to share ideas on how to best enhance general interest in English Literature and improve the literacy of the general student population of St. Thomas University.
Contact: gwbjb@stu.ca

Fine Arts Society of St. Thomas University (FASAST)

The goals of the Fine Arts Society of St. Thomas University are to promote fine arts and creativity on campus and to support the students of St. Thomas University who are interested in Fine Arts. The Fine Arts Society is open to any St. Thomas University students interested in visual art, photography, film, creative writing, music, etc

contact: Dusty Green (Co-President)
hcrqq@stu.ca

French Society

The goals of the society are to promote the French language and culture in and around the St. Thomas community.
Contact: stufrench@hotmail.com

Frontier College

Frontier College is a non-profit literacy organization. We encourage university students and other community members to join our team of dedicated volunteer tutors. Through partnerships with community organizations and schools, we offer English and French homework clubs, reading circles, one-to-one tutoring and others to the city’s neediest child, youth and adult learners. This is a great opportunity for students pursuing careers in education and social work. No experience needed; we provide the necessary training, criminal record checks and support.

Contact: jdesharnais@frontiercollege.ca

Website: www.frontiercollege.ca

Gerontology Society

Contact: Jillian O’Leary at gyhsn@stu.ca

Habitat for Humanity

The purpose of the group is to help provide housing to those people who cannot afford it themselves. The group will volunteer to build; raise funds to pay for travel and accommodations; raise awareness through UNB, STU and the Fredericton community of the need for affordable housing; and encourage participation in Habitat for Humanity activities by members of the STU, UNB and Fredericton communities
Contact: unbstuhabitat@yahoo.ca

History Society

The purposes of the Society shall be: to encourage student engagement and participation in activities of historical relevance; to organize events of academic interest to students of history; to encourage student participation in academic conferences relating to the study of history; to disseminate information about career opportunities available to students of history and to foster a sense of community among students and between faculty in the Department of History.
Contact: StuHistorySociety@gmail.com

Humanitarian Aid Society

Contact: Cliff Nzombato at humanitarianaidstu@gmail.com

Human Rights Society

The purpose of this society is to promote the human rights program offered at St. Thomas University; promote both national and international human rights issues on campus to students, faculty and staff; campaign for students’ leadership and input where decisions are made regarding the Human Rights Programme and provide a form for students to learn about and discuss human rights and related issues.
Contact: Chair – Sarah Reicker hdbbj@stu.ca

Iota Beta Chi Sorority

Iota Beta Chi Sorority is open to all women attending post-secondary education and promotes individuality, leadership and life-long friendships. We, the sisters of Iota Beta Chi, believe in bettering ourselves through helping others, having fun and supporting each other throughout our studies. If you are interested in joining, please contact us within the first weeks of either first or second semester so that you can attend our RUSH events! Contact: ibxbeta@hotmail.com

Independent Film Society

Contact: amongstyouall@hotmail.com

Jewish Student Services of UNB and STU The Jewish Student Services of the city of Fredericton, New Brunswick, strives to initiate contact with every Jewish student at the university level on an individual basis. By doing so, the JSS is attempting to break down the barriers and stigmas that are usually associated with Fredericton and people of the Jewish faith or identity. By focusing on students, the organization is acknowledging that only via the youth can social environments be bettered in the future. The JSS is dedicated to providing an opportunity for Jewish students to either maintain or strengthen their religious ties and Jewish identity while pursuing their education in Fredericton. The JSS will always be a friendly, easy to contact institution that works for the students, ensuring their freedom of belief and practice. In addition, by representing the culture in public and educational assemblies, rallies, and celebrations, the organization is reaching out into the entire community to promote peace and tolerance through understanding.
Contact: gzfpz@stu.ca
Website: http://www.unbf.ca/clubs/jss

LASS (Latin America and Spanish Society)

The goal of this society is to unify the Spanish and Latin American culture and language with interested people creating awareness, entertainment and academic help activities.
Contact: lass.unb@gmail.com

Native Student Council

Established in 1989, Native Student Council, to its capacity, established itself as an active community on campus. Its mandate is to support indigenous students of the continent at St. Thomas University and the University of New Brunswick. The community is strengthened by potlucks, drumming, fundraisers, and support for indigenous struggles against the ongoing colonialism. Each year, Native Student Council invites guest lectures on various issues pertaining to First Nations and the Canadian public. Everyone is welcome!
Contact: nativestudentcouncil@gmail.com

Undergraduate Philosophy Society (UPS)

Contact:  Mike Thorne at stuphilosophy@gmail.com

Political Science Society

The Society shall actively support and promote the study of the Political Science and facilitate discussion and debate of matters of interest to students of the discipline.
Contact: President – Tracey House – stthomaspss@gmail.com

Pre-Law Society

The object of the Pre-Law Society is to aid students in the preparation for law school admission.
Contact:

Psychology Society

The goals of the STU Psychology Society include but are not limited to: providing a liaison between psychology students and faculty; encouraging and promoting an interest in psychology; providing a peer support group for those majoring, minoring, or interested in psychology; promoting and facilitating a social community among psychology majors and those interested in psychology; fostering education and career development in psychology; applying and examining psychology or the real world through media and discussions and hosting guest lectures relating to topical issues in psychology.
Contact: Julia Bremner: psychologysociety@stu.ca

Religious Studies Society

The objective of the Religious Studies Society is to enhance, encourage, promote and support the concerns and interests of students minoring, majoring and honouring in Religious Studies at St. Thomas University.
Contact: hbfxn@stu.ca

Students for Sustainability

Students for Sustainability is a campus group that works on environmental issues on campus and further afield. Every year we put on awesome events like the Boost Your Eco film festival, the Drink Local Pubcrawl, and the Buy Local Holiday Craft Sale. We’ve been involved in activism with Friends of the UNB Woodlot, the Canadian Lung Association’s Anti-Idling Campaign, and anti-shale gas development right here in New Brunswick. We meet on Tuesdays at 5 PM in JDH, and we’re always looking for new members, so please send an email if you’re interested in getting involved or hearing about our events at stusustainability@gmail.com.

Science and Technology Society

The St. Thomas Science and Technology Studies Club was created to facilitate discussions andactivities that will help promote a greater understanding of the roles which science have on technology society. The goal of this club is to bring together interested students and allow them to take on an active role in promoting awareness and furthering their understanding of the impacts of science and technology.

Social Work Society

The Society is formed to: promote awareness and encourage student involvement pertaining to various social issues; promote social interest and recreational opportunities for social work students, faculty and their families; provide opportunities to bridge social work students with the rest of the St. Thomas community through various activities throughout the academic year and to facilitate and encourage dialogue and provide support and information between social work students and students interested in social work.
Contact: Events/Union Liaison – Shannon Campbell at gxqpf@stu.ca

Sociology Society

The focus and goals of this Society include but are not limited to: promote and encourage a general interest in the discipline of sociology at St. Thomas University; provide a forum for students to learn about, critically evaluate and discuss topics relevant to sociology; serve as a link between students interested in the discipline at STU to the department’s faculty and the larger academic community; host on and off campus social events for student minoring, majoring, honouring and/or interested in sociology; critically examine upcoming and existing sociological issues and related subjects in the real world; encourage and provide information about educational and career development in the field of sociology and invite guests and information speakers to inform, expand on and generate discussion on sociological topics of interest and relativity.
Contact: stusociology@gmail.com

Spectrum

Spectrum is an organization which supports the interests of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, two-spirited, queer, and questioning (GLBTQ) university students, faculty and staff at UNB and STU, as well as the local community. The participation of allies who are not GLBTQ identified is strongly encouraged.
Contact: spectrum@unb.ca

STEEDS (St. Thomas Early English Drama Society)

The Society strives to introduce the STU community to dramatic works from ancient and early English eras and allows students the opportunity to produce/perform in a Classical or early English work each year.
Contact: Mare Spence at gtrmz@stu.ca

STUISA (St. Thomas University International Student Association)

The goal of STUISA is to promote cultural awareness and diversity at STU and to help integrate incoming international students to the university community by events like movie nights, parties, field trips, or other events appropriate to integrate both national and international students and promote the diversity of STU.
Contact: President – Maite Cristina Loria at stuisa@stu.ca

STUSAC (STU Student Athletic Council)

The purpose of STUSAC is to actively build a sense of community among the athletes; to facilitate the flow of information between the athletes, the athletic department and students; to serve as the organizing body for varsity athlete activities; to promote athletic events; to encourage a high standard of sportsmanship and school spirit at St. Thomas University; and to act as a medium for St. Thomas University Student Athletes to express their views and opinions.
Contact:

Theatre St. Thomas

Theatre has always been an important part of the St. Thomas University community. Its tradition goes back to Chatham, New Brunswick at St Thomas University’s original home. This tradition continued in the Ted Daigle Auditorium in Edmund Casey Hall, and continues today in the Black Box Theatre, Sir James Dunn Hall. Theatre St. Thomas makes a vital cultural contribution to the school’s liberal arts mission, as everyone is welcome to participate in a production. Theatre St. Thomas has a strong following both on and off campus, and it is renowned for its quality and dynamic productions. Some students choose to make theatre a career and have gone on to train in the field after graduating from St. Thomas University. Most, however, do it for the love of theatre and the social and communal experience they share by being in a play. Many make life long friends, and all are enriched by their involvement.
Contact: President – tst@stu.ca

UNB/STU Catholic Students’ Association

The purpose of this society to provide a welcoming forum that encourages all students, regardless of their established religious ideologies, to continue exploring the role which the doctrines of Catholicism play in their own lives, in the sphere of education and in the ever expanding secular environment of the modern era; and where they as students who subscribe to Catholic values, stand in relation to the broader societal framework and its standards.
Mary Ann Murphy at gwzqb@stu.ca

UNB/STU Fencing Club

Established in 1968, the UNB Fencing Club has had the privilege of instructing students and non-students alike in the sport of fencing. Besides providing a friendly and social atmosphere, the club also promotes the values of team spirit and sportsmanship. Training in all weapons is available, and equipment is provided by the club. Beginner programs are usually held at the beginning of each semester. For those wanting the thrill of competition, our fencers compete regularly in the Atlantic Fencing League, with several tournaments every year. For information purposes, our website is www.unbf.ca/clubs/fencing
Contact: fencing@unb.ca

UNB/STU REDS Co-Ed Cheerleading

The UNB/STU REDS Co-Ed Cheerleading Club is an athletic club of males and females who compete at the national and provincial level. The club’s aim for 2006-2007 is to train hard, travel to Nationals in Brampton Ontario and represent UNB and STU with spirit and athletic dedication. No experience is necessary and males and females are welcome!
Contact: cheer@unb.ca

UNB/STU Conservatives

The UNB/STU Young Conservatives is made up of a diverse group of students between the two campuses who represent the Conservative Party of Canada and the Progressive Conservative Party of New Brunswick. The club has a keen desire to be involved in the world of politics on campus. The club is involved in a variety of social and political events during the course of the year – everything from pub-crawls to the Party’s AGM to political debates and any current elections. Through the club, students have an opportunity to discuss and experience the political scene of our province and country.
Contact: stuunbconservatives@gmail.com

Volunteer Tutoring Society

The object of the society is to co-ordinate education related volunteer work with an external third party (Albert Street Middle School) for the mutual benefit of both parties involved.
Contact: Sarah Michaud at michy1984@hotmail.com

WUSC

Contact: paula_d_@hotmail.com

Young Liberals

This society provides a vast role for Liberal members and non-members on campus. We promote liberalism, the charter of rights and freedoms, the federal and provincial Liberal parties whist providing a fun and energetic atmosphere.
Visit our website at: http://nbliberal.ca/our-party/young-liberals
Contact: Melissa Bastarache at melissa.bastarache@nbliberal.ca

Young NDP

Contact: Ryan Smith -