Why Should You Get Involved?

 

Getting involved in the community is essential to your college experience. By participating in clubs and other organizations you will:

* Make yourself more marketable to future employers
* Improve your ability to work with people
* Enhance your cultural aptitude
* Build confidence
* Prepare yourself to become a contributing member of the communities in which you teach

Potential employers will look through your entire college career for evidence of your inclination towards service, your knowledge of the community, and your ability to work with students of diverse backgrounds. Start preparing now by getting involved in all of the unique opportunities available at BYU!

To become an educator is to become a pivotal citizen in your community as you work with parent associations, legislatures, administration, and your students to promote education and a wholesome environment for those you teach. It is critical to start a pattern of involvement now, whether you are just beginning in your major or are already out in the field.

                                                         

Through volunteer work and participation in enriching activities you will also build up your capabilities for working with diverse students. Potential employers will see this on your resume and through talking with you, improving your chances for finding work and being entrusted with authority and responsibilities throughout your career.

“To be successful, you must know about the cultures of the people you teach,” members of the Black Student Union have advised.

Go out and get involved! You will teach more effectively. You will feel more confident. You will be more apt to serve. This is one of the best things you can do for yourself and every student you intend to teach in your future career.

 

BYU Clubs and Organizations

Multicultural Student Services

Multicultural Student Services is a unique team of multicultural specialists who value the total development of the multicultural student with the aims of a BYU education. We seek to develop a BYU environment of "fellow citizenry" where multiculturalism can flourish.

Asian American Association

The Asian American Association Seeks to:
Increase awareness of Asian American culture
Promote social interaction and understanding among club members
Be of service to the community.
Start attending their weekly meetings to learn about events such as the Chinese New Year, community service
projects, and other opportunities to learn about Asian culture.

The Black Student Union

7 pm Tuesdays in 3223 of the WSC

With one heart, mind, and purpose, the BSU provides wholesome social, educational, cultural, and spiritual activities for its members, other BYU students, friends, and family while assisting them in developing a sense of cultural unity and awareness.

 

Friends of Samoa

friendsofsamoa@byu.net

The Friends of Samoa club is designed to help Samoans adjust their stay at BYU by familiarizing themselves with the campus as well as its available resources. Anyone and everyone is welcome to join and learn about Samoan dance, song, and oral presentations through the clubs activities.

SALSA Club

8 pm Tuesdays in the ballroom of the WSC

Strength Among Latins in Service & Association's purpose is to help strengthen friendships for Latin students and all others interested in the Latin culture through service and social activities. Our meeting's activities happen in Spanish and English. We do service on and off campus. You don't have to speak Spanish or know how to salsa dance to be involved. All are invited to come and join us anytime!

The Tribe of Many Feathers

Varying monthly activities, join the mailing list or check the website for announcements

T.M.F. helps Native and Non-Native people gain a better sense of community, service, and fellowship. They welcome any and all who take interest in the BYU Native American community. They provide opportunities for cultural, social and spiritual activities at the meetings. The main activities are: Native American Month (which is held each November), Miss Indian BYU, and the annual BYU Harold A. Cedartree Memorial Pow-Wow in March. Through these and many more activities they hope to share their lives, culture, experiences and hopes with all who join them.

Tutor Outreach to Provo Schools

  

TOPS is a program unique to Brigham Young University which focuses on bringing more learning to community classrooms through peer tutoring and mentoring. TOPS provides an opportunity for BYU students to use their knowledge, skills, and talents to have a positive impact on students in the Provo School District.

Community Organizations

Family Support and Treatment Center

This organization needs volunteers 24-7 to help these children of lower income and single parents find the love and support they need to succeed in school.

Contact Lexie at 801-229-1181

Remembering Our Culture (ROC)

Practices:
Thursdays 7-11pm at Provo High School
Saturdays 8am-12pm at Meridian Private School

Group members come from all over the world: South America, Philippines, Japan, Korea, China, Native America, Mexico, Africa, and the Polynesian Islands. ROC promotes higher education for people of color, especially to those who may not realize their full potential. The group offers community awareness of different cultures and beliefs through song and dance performances. ROC’s vision:
We believe in excellence and achieve it through education.
We take pride in who we are and celebrate each other’s differences.
We are many races but united in one belief.
That awareness brings acceptance and diversity makes us strong.