Clubs

Student clubs offer countless opportunities for individual and group development and they represent the most visible and accessible avenue to student involvement on a college campus. Additionally, student clubs reflect the diverse interests and activities of GCC's student body. Check out the list of clubs below! Club meetings are open to all GCC students; contact the club advisor listed if you have questions or want more information. Don't see your kind of club? Start a new one!

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Activities Council

To plan and organize cultural, social and recreational activities to enhance the student experience. This group is open to all students interested in planning and implementing campus events.

Join us on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82161903911?pwd=qbrPxjPBrgaIILKOv792EAvwcVTOWf.1 

Advisor: Sara Allred Meetings: Every other Monday at 1 p.m. in Student Life (C216) and Zoom (2/24, 3/10, 3/24, 4/7)

AI Club

The GCC AI Club aims to to provide consistent access to AI tools, promote AI literacy, and develop ethical AI solutions for GCC students, faculty, and the broader community.

Advisor: Jeffrey Galbraith Meetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 12-1 p.m. in N405

GSA (Gender & Sexuality Alliance) Club

The GSA Club provides mutual support for LGBTQIA+ students at GCC, creating a safe environment where open dialogue can be shared; creates social opportunities; helps to educate faculty, staff, and other students about the experiences, needs and strengths of LGBTQIA+ students; and promotes greater awareness and acceptance of LGBTQIA+ experiences on campus.  All are welcome!

Advisor: Kate Walker and Lane Gibson Meetings: Thursdays 12-1 p.m. in N328

Military Club

A place where Veterans, Military affiliated and civilian supporters can get together and collaborate on events.

Advisor: Neva Lopez Meetings: Thursdays at 11 a.m. in the Veterans Center (N215)

Neurodiversity Club

The club provides support and opportunities for fun and connection for neurodivergent students, and seeks to help educate faculty, staff, and other students about the experiences, needs, and strengths of neurodivergent people. Discord link: https://discord.gg/uStHXb9

Advisor: Colleen Caffery Meetings: Wednesdays at 12 p.m. in C203

People of Color (POC) Club

The People of Color (POC) Student Club aims to build authentic and long lasting solidarity among People of Color in order to undo invisibility, anti-Blackness, dismantle white supremacy and advance racial justice. Open to all students.

Advisor: Alyssa Arnell Meetings: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 12-1 p.m., N328 (Diversity and Inclusion Center)

Permaculture Club

Discover the interconnectedness of Earth Care, People Care, and Fair Share through permaculture principles. We're an inclusive club that supports individual passion projects, whether they focus on sustainable food systems, waste management, or art that engages with ecological themes. Bring your creativity and join us in making both our campus and the world a more sustainable place. Everyone is welcome!

IG: @GCCPermaculture

Advisor: Anthony Reiber Meetings: Wednesdays at 12 p.m. in S338 (and often outdoors)

Phi Theta Kappa

Serves as the international honor society for two-year colleges at GCC. Participation is by invitation only. For more information, see gcc.mass.edu/ptk.

Advisor: Trevor Kearns

Student Senate

The GCC Student Senate promotes and supports activities that enhance the life of the college community, and serve as the student voice on campus. This group is comprised of elected members; meetings are open to all members of the campus community. Agendas for meetings (with zoom link) are sent to students 24 hours ahead of time.  See the Student Senate page for more information.  

Advisor: Sara Allred Meetings: Every other Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. in N250 and on Zoom (2/26, 3/12, 3/26, 4/9, 4/23, and 5/7)

Table Top Games Club

Ready to venture into a world of limitless imagination? Join the GCC Table Top Games Club and unlock the thrilling universe of tabletop role-playing games.  Whether you're a seasoned dungeon crawler or a complete newbie, our club is your gateway to countless adventures. Connect with the campus’ community of like-minded gamers, embark on epic campaigns, and forge lasting friendships.

Advisor: Trevor Kearns Meetings: Game Nights on Wednesdays from 4-6 p.m. in N250, other special events listed on the events calendar

Some clubs that aren't currently active, but could be again...

  • Active Minds
  • American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Club
  • American Sign Language (ASL) Club
  • Art Club
  • Chess Club
  • Education Club
  • Engineering Club
  • Entrepreneurship Club
  • Future Nurses and Health Care Professionals of GCC
  • GCC Newspaper Club "Prometheus Press"
  • GCC Video Game Club
  • History Club
  • Human Services Club
  • Ignite
  • International Students Club
  • Math Club
  • Modeling Club
  • Multicultural Club
  • Peace Club
  • Science Club
  • Social Justice Club
  • Students in Recovery and Allies (STIR-ALL)
  • Western Mass Students for Sexual & Reproductive Health
  • Write Escape

Club recognition involves the following steps:

  1. Identify and/or recruit at least five (5) interested students that are currently enrolled in at least one (1) academic credit at GCC
  2. Identify a faculty or staff advisor that can attend regular meetings/events
  3. Submit a club constitution; download a sample constitution to get started
  4. Read and acknowledge GCC's policy on hazing

New clubs will first be reviewed by the Coordinator of Student Activities & Community Service and then voted on by Student Senate. Club advisors and leaders are strongly encouraged to attend the Student Senate meeting when their new club request is being reviewed. Notification of club status will be emailed to the club advisor and leader(s) within one week following the Student Senate vote.