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Registered Student Organization Database
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| Organization | Purpose | Functions |
|---|---|---|
| J. Reuben Clark Law Society | We affirm the strength brought to the law by a lawyer's personal religious conviction. We strive through public service and professional excellence to promote fairness and virtue founded upon the rule of law. | Networking with other LDS law students and Austin lawyers Attend national conference |
| Japan Karate Association Austin (JKAA) | To provide quality instruction in traditional Japanese Karate-do. | Traditional Karate training emphasizes perfection of character. Regular training consists of basics practice (Kihon), Kata practice and sparring training (Kumite). Ranking examinations will be held. |
| Japanese Association | To create such opportunities for all on campus who are interested in the culture and the Japanese people to come together through various social activities in order to teach, spread and increase awareness of Japanese Culture. | We plan to hold annual events such as the Summer Festival, Sports Competition day and other cultural awareness activities. Also opportunities for volunteering and fundraising functions. |
| Jester East Residence Hall Council | JE RHC was established to foster community nurture friendships, and develop leaders through interactive and stimulating programs and events. We assist students in developing programs that cater to their needs, inform them on campus programs, and help them in any way possible to make sure their stay is as fun interactive and educational as possible. | Bi-weekly meetings, socials, on-campus events and programs geared toward improving the residents stay while in Jester East. Jester East |
| Jester West Residence Hall Council | To enhance the residence hall experience for every student residing at Jester Hall in the long term session. | Jester United events, Finals Study Break, Residence Hall Wide Sport/Fun activities, Residence Hall wide dances, Bi-weekly funding requests meetings. |
| Jewish Legal Society | The organization seeks to educate students on general & legal issues of interest to the Jewish Community, to foster social activities for Jewish students and to bring forward Jewish Students concerns to the Law School Administration and student body. | We hope to have social events, speakers, discussions and information o n religious observances |
| Jiil Jadiid INACTIVE | To organize the annual Jiil Jadiid Conference at UT Austin, which aims to foster productive dialogue about Arabic studies in the 21st century among members of the American and international academic community. | The annual Jiil Jadiid Conference, which aims to promote dialogue about Arabic studies in the 21st century. The first Jiil Jadiid Conference in 2011 brought together graduate students from 18 universities. The second will take place on February 23-25, 2012. |
| John Archibald Wheeler Association INACTIVE | To discuss current topics in theoretical physics | We plan to have small group discussions on theoretical physics. |
Categories of UT Austin Registered Student Organizations
Each year, registered student organizations self-identify according to the following twelve categories:
- Educational/Departmental Organizations promote development in a particular academic area.
- Honorary Organizations recognize high-level academic achievement, and generally require a demonstrated interest in a particular career or academic discipline.
- International/Cultural Organizations foster cultural diversity and offer support to their members and the campus community.
- Legislative Student Organizations Graduate Student Assembly, Senate of College Councils and Student Government.
- Political Organizations support political parties, political issues and/or candidates who are seeking political office.
- Professional Organizations provide a preview of students' anticipated professional careers. Group activities may include speakers, field trips and volunteer or field work.
- Recreational Organizations promote sports-oriented programs and/or recreational activities.
- Religious Organizations serve as support for students of a particular religious persuasion or denomination.
- Service Organizations provide volunteers for on-campus and off-campus projects. Membership requirements generally include a commitment to work for and/or an interest in a particular cause.
- Social Organizations foster social networks among members.
- Special Interest Organizations focus on a specific issue or topic.
- Student Governance Organizations address student needs and express student views.
