Registered Student Organization Database

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Organization	Purpose	Functions
Aacademic Connect Longhorn	Our official purpose is to accommodate the students' academic goals, to encourage all University of Texas students to network academically in their specific major. We provide a system of communication to facilitate these aspirations.	To use academic networking as an effective tool in making the educational experience consistently better.
AAEES - Texas Student Chapter INACTIVE	To promote community within the undergraduate environmental science and engineering communities under the auspices of the American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists.	This organization will have regular meetings and socials, guest professional speakers, and provide networking opportunities with established professional organizations, including but not limited to AAEES.
ACTLab Student Media Services INACTIVE	Our purpose is to teach, assist, and provide multimedia resources for digital production to members of the University of Texas community.	We will be giving hands-on workshops, tutorials, and seminars on digital production so that UT students may be prepared to created original and independent work. We will also allow use of our equipment, both in and out of our studio, for student projects and small productions. We plan on working with other campus orginizations, such as KVRX, KVR, and ACTLab TV, to distribute creative work done by UT students, faculty, and staff including Internet broadcasts of University events. CMA 6.124
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)- Longhorn Chapter	To advance the science of geology, especially as it relates to energy mineral resources; to foster the spirit of scientific research; to disseminate information about geology and associated technology; to provide a means of contact with geologic profession born inside and outside of academia.	Chapter meetings, guest lecturers, short courses, member attendance at national AAPG convention, and field trips.
American Journal of Criminal Law	Publication of a law journal dealing with American criminal law.	Publication of journal. Jon 1.208
American Library Association Student Chapter	To be a liason between the students of the iSchool and ALA, which is the major professional organization in the library field.	The chapter holds events to create networking opportunities, introduce students to professionals in the field of librarianship, and promote educational and professional development opportunities. Examples of past activities include education video screenings, career panels, and group volunteer events.
American Literatures Group INACTIVE	To provide a forum for conversation about the study of American literature(s) and organize events toward that purpose.	Monthly departmental meetings and annual academic events(i.e. speakers, etc.) CAL 200, B5000
American Studies Events Committee	The American Studies Events Committee organizes academic conferences, symposia, lectures, and other academic events open to the university community and/or public.	National graduate conference, symposia, alumni lectures, film series
American Studies Graduate Student Committee	The group is the representative and executive arm of the collective graduate student population of the American Studies Department of UT Austin.	Community building, Social events, lectures, and conferences. Burdine 436
Anthropological Society	To sponsor guest lecturers and social events which will provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate, and faculty interaction. In addition, a newsletter, trips to professional meetings, and field trips will be sponsored to educate members regarding career opportunities and current research in the region.	Guest lecture, trips to professional meetings, field trips. EPS 1.130
Anthropology Graduate Students Association INACTIVE	The priorities of the Anthropology Graduate Student Association (AGSA) are the following: a) to address major Anthropology graduate student body issues/concerns; b) to promote the professional development of its members c) promote cohesion with regular social events AGSA's General Body consists of all current graduate students of Anthropology at UT-Austin in good standing with University.	There are four requirements for a graduate student to be a candidate for any of AGSA's elected positions: a) they must be an Anthropology graduate student at UT-Austin in good standing during the entire term they are running for b) they must be on campus at UT-Austin the entire term they are running for c) any term consists of two consecutive semesters (the fall and spring semester of an academic year) d) no elected representative can serve longer than two consecutive terms with the exception of those reappointed [see by-law #10] All voting to elect any representatives of AGSA or any other major AGSA decisions will happen only in AGSA General Body meetings by a simple majority. For the election of student representatives, physically present general body members can serve as a proxy for only one (1) other Anthropology graduate student who cannot attend the election meeting. The proxy must bring the absent student's ballot to the election meeting signed by or sent from the absent student's ballot to the election meeting signed by or sent from the absent student's UT email address. Online voting shall be used for decisions regarding distinguished speaker nominations for the Department Seminar Series, good dates and keynote speaker decisions for the New Directions in Anthropology (NDIA) conference, happy hour times and locations, and professional topics to focus on each semester.
Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)	To provide Computer Science (CS) students (and students interested in CS) an outlet to make like-minded friends; help students gain a better understanding of CS and excel in CS classes; help students make contacts in industry; encourage interactions between students, CS faculty, and the CS department; foster a sense of community in UTCS; provide various conveniences to CS students (e.g. lockers, a library, computer access).	Speakers from industry; faculty lectures; faculty lunches; student/faculty mixers; review sessions for CS classes; individual CS tutoring; wide variety of social events; alumni database; locker rentals in TAY basement; library; computer access in office; tours of computer companies.
Association for Graduate Ethnomusicology and Musicology Students	To promote opportunities for the professional development of graduate ethnomusicology and musicology students and to act as an intermediary between the division's students and faculty.	Major activities consist primarily of weekly colloquia that consist of scholarly presentations, panel discussions, and workshops focused on professional development.
Association for Women in Mathematics- Texas Chapter INACTIVE	To encourage women and girls to study and have active careers in the mathematical sciences and to promote equal opportunity and the equal treatment of women and girls in the mathematical sciences	Biweekly meetings, outreach tutoring, and other activities within the department
Association of Black Psychologist Student Circle	The ABPsi Student Circle is an academically oriented organization whose purpose is to motivate academic, professional, and personal growth of students pursuing fields in the social sciences- psychology, social work, sociology, anthropology, human development and family sciences etc.	Interaction with psychology professionals; networking with African-Americans in the Austin area 1 Univ.Station D5800
Astronomy Students Association	Astronomy Students Association (ASA) is founded on the principle of spreading interest in Astronomy. Our goal is to promote astronomy and to flourish throughout the university as a learning community. For astronomy majors, we also serve as an academic resource in promoting departmental opportunities and events	ASA meets on weekly basis; we represent department at College of Natural Sciences events; outreach with the Austin community in order to promote interest in Astronomy.
ATEP (Advancement Through Education Program) INACTIVE	ATEP serves as a mentorship program for high school students thinking about dropping out.	Looking for students to mentor/tutor.
AWWA/WEF-Student Chapter	To educate specifically engineering students about new or interesting topics in environmental and water resources engineering.	We hold meetings once a month, go on field trips, attend conferences, and have lots of networking events with professionals.
Bilingual Education Student Organization (BESO)	The purpose of our organization is to help within the hispanic community and to gain experience working with children. Especially with those children who may not have lot or who don't have role models in their lives. We try to help out or adopted elementary school. It's a chance for our members to do some community service in something they have some kind of relation to.	1) To facilitate the sharing of information and resources between students and faculty interested in or involved in bilingual-bicultural education at The University of Texas at Austin and other agencies interested in this area of education; 2) to promote training programs designed to prepare bilingual-bicultural educators; 3) to support a local policy, state and federal legislation intended to provide bilingual-bicultural educational opportunities for all students. Ed, Dean's, D5001, SZB
Biomedical Engineering Graduate Student Organization INACTIVE	Provide representation for biomedical engineering graduate students, organize outreach events, organize social events, organize professional development events, and help recruit new students.	Organize meetings to discuss issues that students are having, and to vote on issues important to students. Invite guest speakers. Organize outreach events. Help with recruitment of new graduate students. Organize social events.
Biomedical Engineering Undergraduate Advisory Board	Charge select students with evaluating current departmental approach to research, academics, and external relations. After discerning this information, we will offer proposals for departmental improvement, and finally work to implement the most valuable proposals.	In the fall we prepare a report to the departmental leadership on our findings. In the spring we offer a presentation on our accomplishments over the past year to the Biomedical Engineering External Advisory Committee (EAC).
Biomedical Optics Graduates Organization	To promote a group where graduate students from different labs and with different backgrounds can discuss their ideas and research relating to Biomedical Imaging.	Seminars, discussion forums, occasional social outings.
Black Studies Student Advisory Committee (BSAC) INACTIVE	The organization is an advisory board that opens the lines of communication between CAAAS and the Black student body. This enables students' needs, concerns and wants to be heard and acted upon.	BSAC annually hosts the Black Essence Awards and is currently working on several projects for the university community particularly the Malcolm X Lounge renovation project.
Blanton Museum of Art Student Guild INACTIVE	The Student Guild mission is to share the resources of the Blanton Museum of Art with university students and the Austin community. Members are U.T. students who are interested in socializing and learning about fine art in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.	Members discover extraordinary works of art in the beautiful new Blanton Museum, participate in university and community outreach programs, gain real experience at the largest university art museum in the U.S., have a say in planning hip and exciting events for the university students, and meet new people in an intimate and relaxed atmosphere. There is something for everyone! 1 Univ Station D1303
Board of Advocates - Law School	The Board of Advocates promotes development of practical skills in oral and written legal advocacy as well as a wide range of activities designed to provide participants realistic experience in trial and appellate advocacy, negotiation, and client contact. The Niemann Cup established by Stanley P & Claudie P. Wilson in 1984, is awarded to the top advocate of each graduating class. The winner also receives the $250.00 Wilson Honorarium. (MORE IN FILE)	Sponsors the Spring and Fall Hildebrand Moot Court competitions, Jones Mock Trial, Hutchinson Mock Trial, Counseling Competition and various interscholastic competitions. We also run two lecture series, and supervise the National Order of Barristers. TNH 2.130
Business Toastmasters	The goal of this club is to improve student communication skills in preparation for their entry to the business world.	Speech competitions will be held every so often to generate funds for the club and to develop speaking skills. Club meetings will be held on a bi-weekly basis to facilitate public speaking practice.
Business, Industry, Government and Society Group INACTIVE	The group is dedicated to providing an opportunity for members to explore the relationship between business and government in the US and other countries. In a non-partisan atmosphere, the group helps McCombs students learn about local, state, federal and international public policy and its impact on business.	The group organizes speaker series with classrooms, alumni panels and lectures to bring in people in corporations, government and special interest groups. To provide other students not in the program.
Cactus Yearbook	Produce the University of Texas at Austin yearbook.	Reporting, photography, editing, design. 2500 Whitis, Room 2.114C
CAGE Student Production Resource Center	To operate a clearinghouse of information and resources for graduate and undergraduate Radio-TV-Film student productions.	Library of trade and artistic publications; information about festivals, grants, scholarships and internships; monthly newsletter; organize screenings of student work; facilitate communication and collaboration among students, faculty and administration; prepare students for the real world. A0800
Campus Events + Entertainment	To plan programs which educate, develop, entertain, and enlighten the students, faculty, and staff of The University of Texas at Austin and the surrounding community. To create a sense of community through programming and leadership experiences for the students at UT Austin. To act as a resource for other student organizations. To provide a student voice in the allocation of student fee money for programming and leadership development.	The Board acts as the organizing body of Campus Events + Entertainment. An up-to-date list of activities is available at www.utexas.edu/txunion/calendar.
Center Space Project	To work hands-on, collaboratively, and experimentally with other students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visiting artist to plan and implement visual arts events/exhibitions. Students will grow personally and professionally by helping at events, becoming familiar with the Austin art scene, and creating and executing their own functions.	Curating center space (a gallery located in the VAC), film series, open houses, student symposia, critique nights, and working with visiting artists.
Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering Undergraduate Advisory Board INACTIVE	To enhance the undergraduate experience for civil/architectural engineers	Field trips, guest speakers, other activities involving civil/architectural engineering
Clutch	To promote and create performance opportunities for UT composers.	Seveal concerts a year of new works by UT student composers.
Communication Studies Graduate Community	The Communication Studies Graduate Community will provide networking and professional development activities as well as organize social activities for graduate students in the Department of Communication Studies.	None.
Community & Regional Planning Student Org.-CRPSO	To promote information sharing between UT Faculty/Students to actively participate in administration decisions affecting CRP and to promote information within the department.	The CRPSO is primarily interested in promoting and informing students of relevant activites in CRP & the Planning Community.
Companeros INACTIVE	To assist non-native speakers with their conversational abilities and fluency in Spanish.	We will meet at different social gatherings where we will focus on improving our Spanish. We want to increase our fluency for the upper-division Spanish courses and for studying abroad opportunities.
Comparative Americanists-At the University of Texas at Austin INACTIVE	To provide a networking group for students of the Americas from various disciplines.	Producing inter-disciplinary scholarship pertaining to the Americas; develop common interests; plan conference panels; host events.
Council on Rethinking Diplomacy INACTIVE	Facilitate a campus-wide dialogue on issues of international diplomacy, brining together students from a diverse range of disciplines in order to emphasize the fundamentally interdisciplinary nature of interstate relations	Organize speaker points on specific topics related to international diplomacy with an eye towards speaker diversity
Counseling Student Association	To provide an open forum that encourages student morale, self-care and community through formal and informal activities that foster academic and clinical training goals governed by policies of the University of Texas at Austin and American Psychological Association.	Seek to provide resources and host activities (e.g. guest speakers, research forums, and policy discussions) that encourage personal and professional success of Counseling Psychology program students. Special interests include: (1) Adequate dissemination of information, which includes but is not limited to, maintenance of CPSA web site, announcements of guest speakers and related activities, distribution of program and APA policies/expectations, (2) Representatives present for faculty and/or student sponsored meetings that impact student life experiences and/or that help elucidate Counseling Psychology program policies.
Culinary Chops INACTIVE	We aim to provide opportunities for the Austin community to learn the basic culinary skills and cooking techniques that will serve them for the rest of their lives.	Promoting and developing programs for teaching students basic culinary skills and food nutrition. Interactive campus cooking events with student, faculty, and staff participation focused on preparing foods that are both delectable and healthy. Working with other organizations both on and off campus to encourage healthy eating habits at all ages.
Cultural Heritage and Information Preservation Society	Function as a multi disciplinary student group for those interested in cultural hertiage, preservation, and information studies. The group is open to all, with most coming from graduate programs.	Educational tours, a yearly symposium to bring together scholars to discuss issues in cultural heritage studies.
Cultural Studies in Education Graduate Student Council	The purpose of the organization is to provide students in Cultural Studies in Education, and any student that wishes to join, with a space to share news and information about community events, to reflect on our experiences as students, and to generate projects or actions to address our concerns.	We will organize a graduate student conference in the Spring 2013.
Dance Action	To provide unity and better communication among the dance department, both with faculty and students. To provide an artistically supportive environment for dance majors to experiment.	#NAME?
Dean's Scholars Student Association	To enrich middle school science as well as the ability of Dean's Scholars to lead, teach, and work together toward the official purpose of the organization.	The Dean's Scholars Middle School Enrichment Project is a student-run organization that presents demonstrations and conducts interaction activities related to the fields of science. PAI 3.04
E3W	"E3W" stand for "Ethnic and Third World Literature." Though based in the English Department, our student organization is committed to promoting the study of underrepresented literature, culture, and history throughout the University.	Our major activities include the annual Sequels Conference on Ethnic and Third World Literature and the annual publication of the E3W Review of Books. Both the Conference and Review bring together students and faculty from all over the University and other higher learning institutions.
Economics Graduates Assembled (EGAD)	This assembly of economics graduate students in a body devoted to one goal: Improving the lives of the economic graduate students. This goal will be accomplished through three areas as described below in the Functions Section.	Our activities encompass three general areas; 1) Social. EGAD will support social interaction among graduate students and between graduate students and faculty. 2) Educational. EGAD will support seminars that address students decisions on shaping experiences within the department. 3) Political. EGAD will work to improve graduate students' standing int eh department and in the field of economics as a whole.
Electrochemical Society - Student Chapter	To help foster understanding and promote electrochemical and solid state science among students. To gain recognition for the members scholarly and community services.	Our organization will pursue activities such as organizing guest lecturers, seminars and gettogethers that support and enhance the education, professional and community service mission of ECS.
Engineering Honors Council INACTIVE	The EHC shall be dedicated to the continuous improvement of the Engine ering Honors Program (EHP) by promoting social, academic and developme ntal interaction among EHP students, fostering a sense of identity for the EHP, and improving the quality of education offered by the EHP.	Annual Ice-Cream Social
Eta Sigma Phi	Our purpose is to propogate an understanding and passion for the languages of antiquity.	Eta Sigma Phi hosts a number of student-oriented functions such as movie screenings of semi-classics themed films, and get-togethers at our professors' houses. We also hold ancient play readings and performances, and, on occasion, host a symposium or two (alcohol-free of course). WAG 123 C3400
Finance Doctoral Student Association INACTIVE	The purpose of the organization is to facilitate communication between students and faculty of Finance department as well as between junior and senior students.	Major activities will be of an informal social meetings typed. We plan to meet biweekly on Fridays at 5pm at or outside of the department for snacks and refreshments. Other social activities will be planned in future.
Financial Literacy Advisory Board	Bevonomics is a financial literacy program. We host as well as develop workshops that pertain to financial literacy topic. Peer educators are the ground worker who conduct as well promote financial wellness.	Peer educators promote financial wellness by conducting workshops that educate students on financial literacy topic. We also plan to market our program to students by tabling and engaging them in quick, informal tips on how to manage their finances.
Flow TV Conference Committee INACTIVE	The committee, composed of current RTF graduate students is in charge of planning and executing a media studies conference to be held on the University campus. The conference has traditionally drawn international and national scholars to debate various media related issues. It is innovative in its structure and has demonstrated its success in past years.	Special Interests involve attention to the current media landscape and the way that landscape is constantly being transformed. The committee is in charge of organizing the conference and selecting the topic for debate in the forums.
FlowTV - Student Chapter INACTIVE	Flow is an online journal of media studies that seeks to provide a space where researchers, teachers, students and the public can read about and discuss the ongoing landscape of contemporary media at the speed that it moves.	N/A
Foreign Language Education Student Association	The purpose of the Association shall be: 1) to serve as a forum to consider matters of professional interest and thus widen the educa- tional horizons of its members; 2) advance the interests of the students in the Foreign Language Education Center; and 3) to foster a spirit of professional cameraderie and cooperation among its members.	Our major activities include organizing an informal lecture series by faculty members on topics of interest to our membership, providing social functions for our membership, and undertaking various other projects which might further the interests of our members. SZB 528S
French and Italian Graduate Student Organization	We are a non-profit and educational group dedicated to the representation and support for the academic, social and professional growth of graduate students in the department of French and Italian.	This organization will sponsor a journal, a play, student activities and will provide representaion to student government. FIGSO will also organize a grad. student colloquium and a newsletter. HRH 4.174
Geo-Institute	To focus the talents and experiences of Geotechnical Engineering Stude nts to: Enhance awareness of Geotechnical Engineering among students, provide a forum to discuss current events and new technologies with pe ers. Foster an exciting learning environment.	Collaborate with ASCE on relevant issues. Promote Undergraduate awaren ess and interest in Geotechnical Engineering. Provide network opportun ities through social and educational activities. Participate in Community Service.
Geosciences Leadership Organization for Women (G.L.O.W.)	To encourage leadership, outreach and community within the female body of Geosciences.	Outreach programs for young women to encourage leadership and scientific critical thought.
Germanic Studies Graduate Association at UT Austin	GSGA will be a platform for intellectual exchange among UT graduate students interested in Germanic languages, literatures, linguistics and cultures.	Research presentations/ forums, open and advertised to graduate student community, to present and discuss original research and current topics in the field; inviting guest speakers; teaching workshops; research idea/ technique workshops; outreach events such as Int'l Education week.
Goldbar Association	The Goldbar Association provides funding towards the extraciricular military events of Army Cadets fosters a deep sense of pride by supporting military-related issues.	The activities primarily focus on fundraising in order to support an annual military ball and other UT Army ROTC traditions such as the A&M UT ball run. 1 University StationC3603
Gottlieb Lecture Series	The graduate students of the Institute for Cell and Molecular Biology would like to establish a new distinguished speaker series at UT. The purpose is to bring inspirational scientist for speaking engagements on relevant scientific achievements and to share experiences in the development of modern biology.	The main activity of the club is to host visiting scientists. During their stay we will show them campus, the city of Austin, and take them to dinner. There will also be a student dinner the evening of the talk. This provides graduate students the opportunity to personally interact with a noble laureate or highly regarded speaker in an informal setting.
GRACLS	To provide an organizing body and social forum for graduate students in UT's Program in Comparative Literature.	We will organize brown bag lectures on academic and professional development, organize colloquia and conferences, and social gatherings for graduate students in Comparative Literature. B5003 Austin, TX 78712
Graduate Association of Geography Students	The purpose of GAGS is to provide a support system and social outlet for the graduate students in the Department of Geography and the Environment.	The majority of activities are social events and presentations. They act as a support network for the grad students and also help them prepare for conferences.
Graduate Association of Music and Musicians (GAMMA)	To promote cooperation among the music theory, ethno/musicology, and music composition departments at the University of Texas at Austin; to provide a venue for graduate students in these departments to discuss their scholarly research.	The organization will hold an annual conference during the spring semester. Proposals for papers and musical compositions to be presented at the conference will be solicited from both UT students and from other students at other institutions. MBE 3.406
Graduate Committee for the Study of Religion	To foster the study of religion among graduate students at the University of Texas	Hosting Colloquiums on Religion, organizing annual graduate student conferences on the study of religion.
Graduate Student Art History Association	The Objective of the GSAHA are to encourage and develop relations between M.A. and Ph.D. candidates, faculty, visting scholars, alumni, and other professionals in the fields; to provide a forum through which graduates students may openly address issues related to their experience within the Dept. of Art and Art History; and to foster an alliance with other graduate students within the university.	Annual Lecture w/ guest speaker, provide lecture receptions for dept. lectures, Greenhill Sym, Annual Book Awards.
Graduate Student Organization - Spanish and Portuguese	To serve as a liaison between the faculty and the graduate students and teaching assistants of the Department of Spanish and Portuguese.	We are especially interested in matters concerning teaching assistants and graduate students in our department. Ben 2.116
Graduate Undergraduate Research Union (GURU) INACTIVE	To improve and bolster the research relationship between the graduate and undergraduate student bodies.	1)Participation in original research in the field of Biomedical Engineering. 2)Designing a system of judging research posters for the Biomedical Engineering Undergraduate Research Symposium. 3)Developing information seminars for graduate and undergraduate students to strengthen the connection with research. 4)LINK meeting for graduate and undergraduate students in research. 5)BME graduate recruiting weekend.
Health Law and Bioethics Society	1) Promote and inform students about health law and bioethics 2) Create a forum of discussion for health law and bioethics relevant topics; and 3) Identify work, internship, and community service opportunities for students interested in pursuing a career in health law or bioethics	Speakers, conferences, debates.
Health Promotion Club	To promote the health and wellness of UT students and the community through scholarship, community service, and spreading health awareness	Volunteer opportunities, professional development, education, social
Higher Education Administration Student Professional Association	To provide a forum for the interchange of ideas, methods and infor- mation related to the field of higher education administration, and in a spirit of community, members share each other's successful experience so that they can benefit from it and learn from each other.	The interchange of ideas, methods and information, a colloquium of speakers from or related to higher education administration. SZB 374
Hispanic Nursing Student Association (HNSA)	To provide leadership and support with academic, personal, and professional development for ethnic minority nursing students at the University of Texas at Austin.Membership is open to any student enrolled at the University of Texas at Austin who is interested in pursuing a nursing career, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, or disability.HNSA will participate in campus events such as Fresh Start Student Organization Fair, Sabado Gigante, Longhorn Halloween, and Waller Creek clean up. We will provide opportunities in leadership and professional development through workshops, networking, and community outreach.
Hispanic Nursing Student Association (HNSA) INACTIVE	To provide leadership and support with academic, personal, and professional development for ethnic minority nursing students at the University of Texas at Austin.Membership is open to any student enrolled at the University of Texas at Austin who is interested in pursuing a nursing career, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, or disability.HNSA will participate in campus events such as Fresh Start Student Organization Fair, Sabado Gigante, Longhorn Halloween, and Waller Creek clean up. We will provide opportunities in leadership and professional development through workshops, networking, and community outreach.
Honors Business Association	To promote interaction between honor students as a group, provide a forum for discussion about the Honors Program and the college in general and represent the honor students in all appropriate functions.	Representation, academic forum, social interaction, presentation, guest speakers.
Hook 'Em Arts	To share with UT students the opportunities provided by Texas Performing Arts and to help ensure the fulfillment of these goals through marketing, public relations, outreach, and fund raising. We strive to increase attendance, engagement, awareness, and experience in the performing arts.	- Receive inside information about student discounts and newly announced shows. - Attend exclusive Q&A and sound checks with touring artists. - Usher Texas Performing Arts performances and recruit new volunteer ushers. - Brainstorm and plan creative ways to spread the word about Texas Performing Arts performances on campus. - Discover new ways for students to be involved with Texas Performing Arts. - Learn about career paths in arts administration and performance production. - Gain exclusive access to many opportunities within Texas Performing Arts.
Human Capital Strategy Group INACTIVE	The Human Capital Strategy group provides students with an interest in Human Capital or Human Resources with educational and professional activities and guidance to prepare them for careers in an ever-changing business world.	Educational speaking engagements, Lunch & Learns, volunteer events, career search related events.
iCARE	Improving Cardiac Awareness and Research Education (ICARE) is dedicated to spreading awareness about heart disease through outreach, education and community service. ICARE also seeks to explore the relationship between genetics, lifestyle and health through research. In addition, ICARE provides pre-professional advise to those seeking a career in the medical field and guest speakers such as cardiologist will be invited to describe their own personal experiences. Finally, ICARE offers volunteering and certification opportunities as well as social activites. These include blood drives, CPR certificaion and IM sport teams allowing members to become as involved in the organization and the community as possible. Meetings are Thursdays in WEL 2.308 from 8-9pm. If interested, contact an officer and come join us!	iCare serves to collaborate together in research and education and increase awareness of early preventive measures for heart-related illness.
IEEE Robotics and Automation Society (IEEE R.A.S)	To further research and interest in robotics and automation.	Robotathon, IEEE Region V. IGVC, high school mentoring, and numerous outreach events.
Il Circolo Italiano	To promote and encourage the intercultural exchange of ideas through the medium of Italian language.	Weekly meetings; presentations offilms and ideas; lectures and posters. HRH 2.106B
Institute for Operations Research & Mgmt Sci(INFORMS)	Encourage interest in Operations Research (OR) and the Management Sciences (MS); provide an informal forum for people interested in the educational programs, opportunities, methods, and techniques of ORIMS; sponsor colloquia whose speakers address ORIMS.	Determined by membership. Activities include colloquia and professional development seminars; chapter meetings; informal social events; study groups; field trips. Because OR is an interdisciplinary science connected with executive action, typical interests include mathematical, physical, and decision sciences; economics; manufacturing; and cognitive sciences. 1 University Station ETC
Institute of Latin American Studies Stu. Assn. (ILASSA)	The Institute of Latin American Studies Student Association is an association of students in the Institute and all University of Texas students who are interested in and have a broad range of views on Latin America. While the Primary purpose of this association is to respond to the concerns and the educational needs of ILAS students, events are open to the entire UT community. The nature of ILASSA activities is established by its members and includes educational forums, service projects, fund raisers, and social events.	Organize a symposium on Latin American Studies during Spring. Provide social activities for ILASSA students.
Intellectual Entrepreneurship (IE) Citizen-Scholars INACTIVE	To create a campus network where students can build and own their IE initiatives; to expand IE's college representation across campus; to make the IE consortium more efficient in recruiting students for the IE Pre-Graduate Internship.	Attend lectures about graduate school; recruit students to participate in IE Pre-Graduate Internships; help IE meet students' needs in respective colleges; work with college fairs and conferences at UT; access testimonials from previous participants and begin application process.
Intellectual Property Law Society	To create a forum for law interested in intellectual property to meet and share ideas and goals.	Regular meeting, some with local intellecutal property lawyers. Also correspondence with similar law societies at other schools and the ABA. TNH 4.134B
International Genetically Engineered Machine Team	International Genetically Engineered Machine Team will represent the University of Texas at Austin at the iGEM national Jamboree each fall. Members will work under faculty advisors to design and create an organism using synthetic biology principles, and compete against other iGEM teams from universities around the world.	Members will research synthetic biology principles, design synthetic organisms, and perform wet-lab experiments to create these organisms.
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.
Kinesiology Club	To provide a network for our professional development by facilitating interation between kinesilogy related majors, the faculty, and the community.	Our club participates in intramurals, socials, community service projects, university sport support, and involvement department functions.
La Colectiva Femenil INACTIVE	La Colectiva Femenil is a group created by Latinas for women of color. It is the mission of this group to share our experiences within a post-secndary institution and discuss the intersectionality of race, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic class and other-isms and transform institutional and societal oppression into positive action.	Guest speakers, film screenings, mentorship program, public events.
Latin Americanist Linguists and Anthropologists LALA	LALA meets regularly to discuss the linguistics of indigenous languages of Latin America. LALA also will help organize events dedicated to this topic.	LALA's major activities are meetings to discuss linguistics and organize events with the Center for Indigenous Languages of Latin America (LILLA) at the Institute of Latin American Studies.
Latin Economic and Business Association	To promote entrepreneurship activities among Latin American students. This goal will be achieved by using real life cases from the most prestigious corporations around the world. To unite and link Latin American community and other nationalities through education and leadership.	Lectures of Harvard Business School and Inst. Panoamericano de Alta direcion de Empresas (IPADE) cases, internship connections, advising.
Latina/o Student Psychological Association INACTIVE	Advance psychological education and training, scientific practice and organizational change to enhance the overall well being of Hispanic and Latina/o populations.	Developing interest in the application of psychological principles to Latina/o populations, graduate preparation for members, growing the base of psychological research.
LBJ Journal of Public Affairs	The LBJ Journal of Public Affairs is a print publication of contemporary policy topics. Its online version publishes weekly op-eds that present various perspectives on a wide range of current policy topics	The LBJ students gather to exchange ideas, collaborate on writing projects and discuss policy issues related to contemporary events.
Legal Research Board	Provide members the opportunity to improve their legal research and writing skills by working on real problems facing practicing attorneys.	Performing legal research for attorney clients. Annual new members award reception. Occasional tutorials and workshops for law students.
Liberal Arts Honors Student Council	The organization will assist in the growth and knowledge of all liberal arts honors programs, especially the growing Plan I Honors Program, inform the campus and liberal arts students of any information pertaining to liberal arts, available scholarships, and activities, and to promote solidarity and pride in Liberal Arts Honors Programs.	The organization will sponsor special, educational lectures/seminars open to anyone on campus, hold parties/social activities for everyone in the organization, and provide information to its members and the campus about the organization, upcoming activities, and honors programs. GEB Room 1.206
Liberal Arts Undergraduate Chapter for Research INACTIVE	LAUNCH aims to promise undergraduate research within the college of Liberal Arts. Promotes an understanding of research methods and practices, connects students to all the resources the university has to aid them in research, and connects students to their peers and faculty.	LAUNCH will have biweekly meetings (each meeting will help students learn about a different aspect of research) and each committee will meet after the general meetings.
LL.M Students Association INACTIVE	To promote LL.M students' interests at UT Law School.	Networking events, guest speaker lectures, annual fundraising event.
Longhorn Advocates for Communication, Education, and Sexuality (LACES) INACTIVE	To educate students and spread knowledge to others about adolescent reproductive and sexual health and to promote an open, positive, and realistic approach to sexual health.	Fundraising/Donating to advocates for youth, planned parenthood, etc. 'Let's talk about sex' film showings, providing resources on campus; condoms, etc., going to schools and showing the film, community service, socials.
Longhorn Cellos	Musical performance	Performances throughout the greater Austin area.
Longhorn CoBo Team INACTIVE	Deaf and Hard of Hearing undergraduate student team participating in academic competitions on a state and/or national level. Group will meet weekly to prep for competitions.	Weekly meetings to prep: this will include mock games, visitors in specialized areas to train/educate members, collecting and reviewing materials.
Longhorn Jazz Association	To promote the art form of Jazz performance and education at the University of Texas at Austin	To support and promote Jazz concerts, clinics, and related events at the University of Texas at Austin.
Longhorn Rocket Association (LRA)	LRA's mission is to enhance education by providing a hands-on opportunity for students to apply classroom knowledge to design, build, and launch our own rockets. We also hope to introduce young students to what we do and get kids excited about engineering!	We introduce students to many levels of amateur rocketry ranging from small individuals rockets that will be launched at the Pickle Research campus all the way up to our large group project--designing and building a rocket to reach 100,000 ft (the edge of space)! LRA also takes part in many outreach events geared toward getting young kids interested in the field of aerospace engineering.
Longhorn Scholars Student Advisory Council INACTIVE	The Longhorn Scholars Student Advisory Council works to create social and academic interactions to inform and enhance community amongst the Longhorn Scholars for educational process.	We host different academic, social, and community service events for Longhorn Scholars Students.
Longhorn Singers	A co-educational choir singing mainly popular music for the faculty, students, alumni and general public.	We sing for all types of activities including those on campus and in the Austin community. Three main concerts are performed each year: 1) State Fair Grounds before Texas OU Football game; 2) end of Fall semester; 3) End of Spring Semester. Tours are scheduled during the Spring Break. Members are encouraged to work on solo or group song or dance acts to be added to a concert. Parties and intramural sports are fun social activities for members to enjoy.
Longhorn Systema INACTIVE	The purpose of the Longhorn Systema Club is to provide the university community an opportunity to discuss and practice the Russian martial art, Systema	The Longhorn Sytema club will also sponsor seminars by visiting Systema experts.
Marine Science Club	To have fun, to bring awareness about our program and global issues of marine science, and to educate on career opportunities within the field.	Service activities such as clean up dives in Lake Travis. Fundraisers for greater causes. Talks on the field from graduate students, professors, and others. Interclub communications with Campus Environmental Center to help spread awareness.
Material Advantage	To stimulate student interest in the latest scientific and engineering developments in the field of Materials Science and Engineering	Speakers - faculty and people from industry Plant trips Some social events ETC 8.122
Mechanical Engineering Graduate Student Board (MEGSB)	To act as a liaison between ME graduate students and faculty. To aid in professional development of graduate students and enhance the graduate student experience.	Semesterly BBQs and socials to orient incoming students, volunteering during recruitment, volunteering at engineering Saturdays and general graduate professional activities (networking and lectures)
Mesoamerican Graduate Student Association INACTIVE	To promote a cross-disciplinary graduate community for students with an interest in Mesoamerican studies through speakers series and social events. MAGSA will also provide funding, fieldwork opportunities, and a means of inter-departmental collaboration.	Receptions, speakers, seminars, and casual networking opportunities for those interested in Mesoamerican studies. 2108 Brackenridge St
Minorities in Education	Our purpose is to assist in the recruiting of minority students for education careers, to aid in the retention of minorities in the University, to provice a social outlet in the campus environment, and to help develop professional career awareness.	College day (twice a year) for Middle and High School students, Football Game Tailgate, Movie/Game/Study Nights, Explore UT/Fall Festival, Education Idol, Bake Sales and Baking Socials, and more to come.
Multicultural Students in Natural Sciences INACTIVE	Multicultural Students in Natural Sciences is made up of a diverse group of students who share a common goal of academic success. We strive to educate and promote the importance of academics and leadership and focus on giving back to the community so that we may pave the way for future students in the College of Natural Sciences.	Our functions are designed to center around the fulfillment of our mission statement.
Native American and Indigenous Peoples Association	The Native American and Indigenous Peoples Association seeks to promote Indigenous and Native American issues, rights and identity at UT. The organization is geared towards graduate students, but it is open to undergraduates as well.	The organization seeks to organize educational activities, such as a speaker series featuring students and faculty and those who work on indigenous research.
Nutrition Graduate Student Association	Facilitate graduate student communication and provide representation to faculty as it relates to graduate students	1) Assist in seminars on topics of interest to graduate students. 2) Investigate student concerns 3) Conduct annual social mixer 4) Assist in annual research forum
OWASP Austin Student Chapter	To educate and foster application security for the students at the University of Texas at Austin.	We would hold reoccurring meetings with lectures about computer security and application security
PALS (Partnership to Advance Language Study & Cultural)	The PALS Program brings international and American students together for cultural exchange and to practice conversation skills. We usually match one international student with one American student, but other members of the UT Austin and International communities are welcome to apply.	PALS make a committment to meet at least an hour a week throughout the semester. The PALS program schedule group activitites that provide an opportunity for both matched and unmatched PALS to meet people from different countries around the world while enjoying a social setting. A7000
Petroleum Graduate Student Association INACTIVE	Our goals are to facilitate interaction among PGE graduate students, to gather and disseminate pertinent information, to conduct activities that promote the general welfare of PGE graduate students and to represent their views to the university community.	The organization intends to organize student and company technical seminars, graduate socials, externships, software workshops and have a team at soccer and basketball intramurals.
PETROLEUS ASSOCIATION INACTIVE	Motivate students to learn more and to stay active.	1) Professor meetings: Improve professor/student relationship outside of class. 2) Study Groups: Form study groups to face homework and exams confidently. 3) Academic Olympiads: Test students' knowledge in each petroleum engineering class and rank the best petroleum engineers
Pharmacy Study Group Collective (PH SGC) INACTIVE	Provide centralized resources and planning services to coordinate pharmacy school study groups activities.	Our purpose is to coordinate students who want to study together by scheduling times and locations and providing a central repository of resources.
Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law	The purpose of this fraternity is to educate its members about concerns pertaining to law school, the legal profession and the philanthropic qualities that we believe are vital to a well rounded legal professional. As the worlds largest professional organization, we are dedicated in giving our members an edge when it comes to getting into law schools.	Guest speakers on legal topics, internships, service projects, LSAT preparation & law school admissions symposiums, mentorships with legal professionals, LSAT scholarships, banquets and retreats!
Philosophy Graduate Association	To provide enriching educational experiences for graduate students in the philosophy department by putting on conferences and bringing in guest lecturers.	We will be primarily concerned with putting on academic philosophy conferences.
Plan II Business Association INACTIVE	Plan 2B is primarily designed to create a distinct sense of community for students with Plan II/business majors. Through organizing group service projects and social networking events, the club will foster relationships among Plan II/business students. In addition, the club will act as an academic and professional advising resource for its members.	Throughout the semester, we plan to offer peer advising, conduct service projects, hold a resume workshop, host Plan II/business alumni as speakers, and organize events for social networking. WCH 4.104
Plan II Debate	To provide a forum for debating advocacy groups and other students on current political issues. The organization is non-partisan and will seek to advocate and challenge views across the political spectrum.	We host debates between students and advocacy groups as well as students and other students. The debates are held on campus and open to the public. An example of a public debate is our first event, against the NRA.
Plant Biology Society	The Plant Biology Society is an organization geared toward bringing together plant biology majors and students with interests in plants. Our main goal is to promote plant biology by educating the UT community about plants, their importance and the role they play in various fields of study. We also strive to network with plant biology faculty and staff, volunteer with local organizations, present leadership opportunities and provide information for plant related careers and research.	The organization's special interests will be geared toward plant biology majors within the college of natural sciences. We will be focusing on activities that provide information for plant research and careers, networking with plant bio professors and other plant groups in Austin.
Positive Psychology and the Good Life Group	A co-ed organization geared towards understanding and exploring the ramifications of positive psychology and the good life.	We will hold regular meetings to have discussions, participate in applied projects, unconstructive play sessions and invite speakers.
Project 85	To encourage and facilitate research in the Turing Scholars program, such that Turning Scholars will graduate as Turning Scholars.	Arranging computer science talks, gathering funds for student research, compiling list of reading groups, and marketing students with professors.
Project GRAD Ambassadors	The purpose of this organization is to decrease college dropout rates by providing incoming freshmen with the resources that are available to them as well as emotional support.	Organization will offer a mentoring program for incoming freshman.
Project MALES Student Organization	Project MALES Student Organization is comprised of the Project MALES mentors. It is dedicated to developing productive young people with useful life skills through workshops, platicas, leadership development training, etc.	We are here to serve the community, and we are committed to addressing the growing challenge facing Latino males in education.
Psi Chi, Psychology	Provide an organization for honor students interested in Psychology to advance the science of Psychology; and to encourage, stimulate and maintain scholarship of the individual members in all fields, particu- larly in Psychology.	Meetings with guest lecturers, tours to mental institutions, parties, student-faculty interaction.
Psychology Graduate Student Association	The Psychology Graduate Student Association will be set up to organize events, both social and academic, to foster a greater sense of community within the Psychology Department.	Social activities to maintain connections within the department may include gatherings before sporting events, monthly celebrations. Additionally, academic seminars and poster sessions will be planned for each semester.
Public Affairs Alliance for Communities of Color	PAACC strives to promote awareness, understanding, and policy issues affecting communities of color. We initiate dialogue, activities, programs, and networking opportunities within the LBJ School and the greater UT community. PAACC seeks to create a community where minority students voices are empowered by our efforts.	PAACC initiates dialogue and organizes educational events for the LBJ School to increase awareness of policy issues affecting people of color. Past events include: Barbara Jordan reception, recruitment night and policy conference. We are happy to speak with any UT organization about studying public affairs at the LBJ School.
Queer Cinema Revolt INACTIVE	This organization's purpose is to educate members, through film and follow-up discussion, on media representations of those in the LGBTQA community. We will also examine gender expression, identity, relationships, and societal expectations.	We will be screening a film each week with discussion to follow. This discussion will examine the way each film portrays gender, sexuality, sexual orientation, heteronormativity, and all challenges to various forms of expression and experience.
Radio-Television-Film Graduate Student Organization	The goals of the Radio Television Film Graduate Student Organization (RTFGSO) are the following: (a) to serve as a representative body for addressing major issues and concerns of all Radio-Television-Film graduate students (MA,MFA,PhD); (b) to promote professional development of its membership; (c) to promote cohesion between the media studies graduate student body and the graduate production student body through social events, as academic forums, and symposia.	The current era of austerity measures and extreme budgetary cuts in education has created a political climate in which decisions of profound import to the professional and personal lives of graduate students are being made on a regular basis both institutionally and departmentally. Currently, we lack a clear channel of communication through which information on these decisions and changes can be disseminated, discussed, and negotiated. In order to begin the process of resolving this problem, we are proposing the creation of a Radio-Television-Film Graduate Student Organization, which will act as a liaison between the faculty and administration and the general graduate student body. This organization's main goal is to advocate for the interest of graduate students and to foster transparency and representation in all departmental decisions and interactions. In order to do this, RTFGSO must be formed by popular consensus, building on input and suggestions from all members of the RTF graduate student body. In order to begin this discussion, we have authored the first draft of a provisional charter and by-laws for this organization that follows this letter. This document stands as a first step in the process, but must evolve to incorporate the ideas and opinions of all graduate students.
Religious Studies Student Committee	To provide a student organization for religious studies majors.	Social events, educational lectures, and religious studies program events will be included in this organization's activities. GRG 222
SAGAR: South Asia Graduate Research Journal	The purpose of SAGAR is to promote graduate scholarship on South Asia by publishing relevant research.	SAGAR publishes biannual issues of Graduate research on South Asia as well as regularly updated content and resources for graduate students online.
Science Undergraduate Research Group - SURGe	To encourage undergraduate students to participate in scientific research.	Weekly meetings, activities to promote student involvement in scientific research such as; poster sessions, outreach to freshman interest groups, members lab tours and presentation of research projects. G2550
Scientific Entrepreneurial Society INACTIVE	To provide students with an organized opportunity outside of the classroom to explore and learn about how the process of taking innovative ideas, protecting them and developing and supporting them to create products forming the basis to start a company typically works.	Students will lead and organize meetings to hear from outside speakers knowledgeable about the entrepreneurial process as well as engaged fellow students.
SOC General Interest Group	The purpose of the SOC General Interest Group is to promote knowledge sharing among Student Organization Center (SOC) staff.	The Student Organization Center staff supports the administrative needs of registered student organizations, sponsored student organizations, and faculty and staff organizations.
Society of Physics Students	1) Promotion of fraternalization among physics students, faculty and staff; 2) provision of student input to the department when the latter desires it; 3) local chapter of National Society of Physics Students.	1) Seminannual department picnics; 2) department course evaluation in cooperation with measurement and evaluation center; 3) physics group activities including team sports; back packing and canoeing trips; tours of various lab facilities; seminars and public discussions.
Sociological Insight	Sociological Insight is a student organization aimed at promoting undergraduate research in the social sciences through the annual publication of a fully referred national undergraduate research journal. Sociological Insight provides an opportunity for undergraduates to publish their best academic work and to reap the benefits of subjecting their research to a rigorous review process.	Sociological Insight publishes an annual fully referred national undergraduate research in the social sciences. In order to accomplish this goal, we recruit reviewers from across the U.S. (undergraduate, graduate students and faculty) to review papers written and submitted by undergraduates around the U.S. and abroad.
Sociology in Action INACTIVE	Our purpose is to provide sociology majors and others interested in sociology with engaging activities and opportunities to meet like minded peers.	We participate in a variety of social events, volunteer opportunities and educational discussions about topics of sociological relevance.
Spanish Club INACTIVE	Help Spanish students improve their proficiency in the language, as well as promote cultural exchange between native spanish speakers and non-natives.	Conversation times in both informal and formal settings. Field trips to events in Spanish or that promotes the culture of Spanish Speaking contries.
Sports, Entertainment and Media Association	To promote career interest in the business aspects of Sports, Entertainment and Media.	Conferences, meetings, career panels, speakers, and socials involving sports, entertainment and media professionals.
Student Association of School Psychology (SASP)	Provide resources to School Psychology students; promote the School Psychology field; provide volunteering opportunities for students; and professional development opportunities.	1. Professional networking & student resources 2. Wellness component 3. Creation of volunteering opportunities related to field 4. Promotion of field through presentation to psychology departments 5. Coordinate brown bag speakers to discuss hot topics in fields
Student Council for Exceptional Children	To participate in as many outreach/volunteering opportunities as possible, learn more about special education as a career, and work with other College of Education organizations on some larger projects.	We hope to work with Special Olympics, Habitat for Humanity, and other organizations that may relate to children with special needs, as well as learning more about careers in special education. SZB 330
Student Engineers Educating Kids (SEEK)	We strive to promote awareness of the engineering field to community youth through tutoring and mentoring while allowing engineering students to pursue philanthropic endeavors and learn more about their future careers.	Engineering students of all disciplines can earn 2 hours of class credit by becoming a mentor with Student Engineers Educating Kids (SEEK). As both an organization and a class, SEEK members enrich their engineering education with service learning and use an engineering design-based approach to create fun and informative projects aimed to foster an interest in STEM in at-risk and low income communities throughout Austin.
Student Historic Preservation Association	The SHPA is dedicated to the advancement of preservation field & related areas of study through activities that include volunteering, advocacy, community outreach, extracurricular scholarship, & interdisciplinary collaboration.	Historic Preservation, Architecture, History, Art, Planning, Sustainability.
Students for Equity and Diversity Agency INACTIVE	SED was established with the sole purpose of designing and implementing diversity education programs for all students. We seek to promote awareness and appreciation of self and others through interactive exercises, discussions, video presentations, and peer facilitation.	Our major activities are our welcome event Steps for Success and Desserts for Leaders in the fall. Along with the Multicultural Leadership Institute in the fall and our Women's forums throughout the year.
Students for the GSC	To serve as a group for students interested in supporting the GSC (Gender and Sexuality Center)	Help planning GSC events, help staffing and volunteers with GSC events.
Subiendo Longhorn Chapter	To create a network of UT students who participate in Subiendo: The Academy for Rising Leaders. These individuals will 1) mentor rising high school seniors who attend Subiendo, 2) volunteer in service projects, 3) represent Subiendo to members of the community, high school counselors/administrators and students.	Subiendo Longhorns will attend the leadership academy and return as a team leader, participate in outreach to local communities around the state encouraging students to apply for the program and recruit other UT students to apply as team leaders for the summer program, attend networking events, and participate in service projects.
Supply Chain Management Student Organization	To promote the supply chain management major and to inform students about the career opportunities in the field.	Social events and guests speakers from corporations.
Teachers of Tomorrow (TOT)	To develop a sense of community among EC-4 students while providing opportunities for academic and professional growth.	Teacher of Tomorrow provides professional, development workshops which connect members to professionals in the field of education. It also provides programs to promote mentoring, volunteering, and social interactions.
Texas Advertising Group (TAG)	To prepare UT students who are interested in advertising for success at UT and in the advertising industry by providing contacts, social events and community service opportunities.	Meetings with guest speakers, trips to advertising agencies, social events, fundraisers and community service opportunities.
Texas Arabic INACTIVE	To promote language learning and acquisition through various educational and social activities conducted in Arabic	We intend to have group discussions about various areas of interests related to the field of Arabic and Middle Eastern studies. We also plan to invite guest lecturers and screen Arabic films.
Texas Consulting Club	To equip current MBA students with tools necessary to excel in consulting career.	Case preparations, speaker series, networking events, other consulting related activities.
Texas Energy Forum	To educate its members about the energy industry.	Inform our members of the energy industry.
Texas Federalist Society for Law and Public Policy	The Society exists to promote an awareness of the principles tha thte state exists to preserve freedom, that the separation of powers is central to our Constitution, and that it is the province of the judiciary to say what the law is, not what it should be and to further their application through debate and discourse.	The Society hosts speakers, solo, in panels, and in debate format and also organizes social activities for its members.
Texas Forensics Union Individual Events Team	To support and participate in the speech team and its activities.	We participate in tournaments across Texas as well sponsoring our own.
Texas Geophysical Society	To advance the study of mineral deposits; to apply geological science to exploration, evaluation, and production; to disseminate scientific information through publications, courses and field trips; to link students with other students and with professional geoscientists in industry, academics and government.	SEG Speaker Seminar Series, SEG Annual Convention, member meetings, field trips, community service.
Texas Hispanic Journal of Law and Policy	Provide better legal representation to the Hispanic Community by providing to practitioners and scholars information concerning issues important to Hispanics. Enrich students' educational experience by serving as a vehicle for students to improve their legal research and legal writing skills.	-Journal to focus on issues important to the Hispanic Community (e.g. immigration, civil rights, international law, labor law, and employment discrimination, etc). -Solicit Articles from scholars -Publish yearly Townes Hall, Suite 4.134A
Texas Image INACTIVE	Image is a student ran organization at the University of Texas at Austin geared toward building self-confidence and leadership within middle school girls. Our goal is to create a sense of belonging where the girls can empower each other to create and accomplish short and long term goals.	Members will volunteer actively with an East Austin middle school providing tutoring and mentorship.
Texas Impact Design INACTIVE	To bring together UT students from all disciplines to work on projects centered on community development around the world. Projects will focus on education facilities, housing sustainable food systems and community planning and development.	The group will meet to work on projects that focus on community development and discuss solutions that are culturally respectful and sustainable. The group will work together with professional in various fields that focus on similar issues.
Texas Journal of Oil, Gas & Energy Law	The Texas Journal of Oil, Gas, & Energy Law (TJOGEL) vision is to be a leading energy law journal. We want to be the forum of choice for energy law practitioners, professors, and students around the globe. Our focus centers on providing significant and innovative contributions to energy law and educating generations of law students for careers in the energy law field.	TJOGEL publishes two academic journal issues per year and provides our members with networking opportunities by putting on a career panel in the fall and a career fair in the spring along with year round happy hour and luncheon events. 727 Dean Keeton
Texas Journal of Women and the Law	To publish a law journal on the issues of women and the law	Annual symposium on a specificlegal issue concerning women. Publi- cation of a law journal. TNH 4.134A
Texas Law Review	NONE	NONE Townes Hall 4.135
Texas MBA Petroleum Club (MPC) INACTIVE	The MPC strives to expose its members to the relevant issues associated with successfully leading an oil and gas business by hosting thought leaders in the oil and gas community for roundtable discussions and through analyzing and thoughtfully discussing industry events and trends on our Google group page.	Roundtable discussion on everything oil and gas related. The group's sole focus is the oil and gas community
Texas Review of Entertainment and Sports Law	To publish a review at the University of Texas School of Law of entertainment & sports law and related matters.	Publishing a review of entertainment & sports Law. Townes 4.140
Texas Review of Law and Politics	To foster free and open discourse on legal issues that would not otherwise be addressed in ways they would not otherwise be addressed.	Publication beginning in Spring 1997. TNH 4.134C
Texas Student Psychological Association	To involve students interested in psychology and related fields in the opportunities available to them on and off campus.	Lectures in psychology related topics; social events to involve students and inform.
Texas Student Television	Provide student volunteers an educational and creative outlet to produce cross-media programming, which entertains, educates and enriches the lives of the student body, Austin community and other audiences.	General Meeting Thursday, January 24th, 8 PM in FAC 21. Contact volunteer@texasstudenttv.com for more information.
TexFLEC Committee INACTIVE	To be an annual conference that connects researchers and educators from the fields of foreign language education, TEFL/TESL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language or Second Language), linguistics, applied linguistics, and bilingual education.	TexFLEC will organize an annual conference aimed at current research trends and designed to foster further dialogue and scholarship in Foreign Language Education.
The Crow's Nest	The mission of the NROTC is to develop members mentally, morally and physically and to imbue them with the highest ideals of duty, and loyalty, and with the core values of honor, courage and commitment in order to commission college graduates as naval officers who possess a basic professional background, are motivated toward careers in the naval service, and have a potential for future development in mind and character so as to assume the highest responsibilities of command, citizenship and government.	Fundraisers, physical training, and guest lecturers Campus Mail C3604
The Existent INACTIVE	The existent is a student organization focused on the concise study and discussion of existential literature and film. Our aim is to uncover and confront the existential problems of the modern age, examining popular-culture and current events in light of existential thought in order to evaluate potential approaches devising a solution.	Discussion based social organization intent on bringing together open-minded people in order that they may connect with a network of academic and social peers.
The Flute Association at the University of Texas at Austin	The Flute Association at the University of Texas at Austin is an organization of flutists currently attending the University of Texas at Austin. The intent of the organization is to bring the flute community at the University of Texas at Austin together to collaborate in knowledge and ability regarding music and flute playing, to raise funds for major events that will further the knowledge and skills of all members, and to bring the knowledge and skills obtained to students of the University that would not usually be exposed to such knowledge and skills.	THe Flute Association at the University of Texas at Austin will provide chamber music concerts to students and the public, in order to raise funds for major events. Major events will consist of Masterclasses. A Masterclass is when a guest artist is invited to the University to provide a recital and class, in which knowledge and skills regarding music and flute playing are provided in a large, group setting. Special interests of the club are flute, music and spreading interest and appreciation of the two.
The Ivory Horn INACTIVE	The idea behind The Forum is to establish a meeting ground where students mat share original ideas in a completely ope environment in order to learn about different perspectives outside of a chosen degree path- an appeal for intellectual diversity.	We seek to be the outlet for with other organizations use to uphold unbiased debate. WIth this method we maintain a strong relationship with the University community, and fulfill out purpose as well.
The Mises Circle	To inspire and facilitate scholarship in free market political-economy	Reading and discussion over free-market ideas
The Thomist Society INACTIVE	The Thomist Society is dedicated to the study of the life and works of Saint Thomas Aquinas.	The Thomist Society will have weekly meetings to discuss the assigned readings.
Theorein INACTIVE	To provide a forum for students to discuss theoretical texts across disciplines	activities will include group readings, discussions and invited speaker. Special interests are theoretical texts across disciplines
Toastmasters	To help Students overcome fear of public speaking and develop the skills needed to give a good speech.	Have weekly meeting in which speeches are given, evaluations pre- sented. Club contests, area contest, division contest, and regional speech contest bi-yearly. Several social events throughout the year.
Turing Scholars Student Association	To bring the University of Texas Turing Scholars together to provide social and academic opportunities.	Including but are not limited to: speakers (esp. from the field relating to computer science), developing relationships with the technology industry, study groups, and social activities.
U T Concert Chorale	To provide University students with a musically satisfying and educational choral experience and to extend enjoyment to the surrounding community and beyond.	Each year the Concert Choir gives two campus concerts in addition to numerous smaller programs in the Austin area. The choir is composed of both music and non-music majors from the graduate and undergraduate levels.
U T Men's Chorus	Further the advancement and awareness of men's choral literature in th e University of Texas. Also, the training of men's choral ability. A lso to revive the Mens Glee Club tradition at U T.	concerts, including performances around the U T campus and the surrounding community
U T Student Society of Health-System Pharmacists	To serve as a forum for students interested in health-system pharmacy; to publicize the opportunities available in health-system pharmacy; to establish a close relationship between health-system students and the Tx Society of Health-System Pharmacists.	Monthly meetings at noon and special field trips to visit hospitals, state and national meetings.
U T Women's Chorus	1) To represent The University of Texas through musical performance; 2) to provide educational benefits to members; and 3) to provide social benefits to students.	Performances both on and off campus to provide entertainment, and to represent The University of Texas to the best of our ability.
Undergraduate Art History Association	To promote the visual arts and to investigate the career and ed- ucational opportunities of its members.	Establish a dialogue between the Art History and Studio Arts departments of U.T. through various activities directed toward art majors and enthusiasts. We plan bus trip to major exhibitions in Texas museums and also organize an art opening to sell U.T. students' artwork, giving students an opportunity to understand and take part in the gallery experience.
Undergraduate Linguistic Society INACTIVE	This organization is designed to host social events for students with interests in linguistics, promote linguistic research, create avenues for students to communicate with the department and to host a graduate application career workshop.	Table at the Research Bazaar, grad application workshop, career workshop, academic article club, study group.
Undergraduate Mock Trial Association	Allow students interested in law and advocacy to compete in mock trial s against other colleges and universities. Participation in mock trial will give students an opportunity to learn from real trial attorneys, strengthen their understanding of the law and enhance their public sp eaking abilities.	This organization will compete nationally at invitationals and will represent the University of Texas at regional and national tournaments .
Undergraduate Philosophy Association INACTIVE	The Undergraduate Philosophy Association is a student-run organization open to all undergraduates. By hosting numerous events and gatherings we aim to enhance the quality of undergraduate education and improve the quality of community for all philosophy majors. Our goal is to promote undergraduate scholarship in philosophy.	We meet weekly to discuss topics of philosophical interest and aim to go beyond the standard material covered in undergraduate classes.
University Management Association	UMA is a student-run organization that offers students insight on management skills and practices for their future careers. Management applies to all businesses, and the skill set it offers can be beneficial in any career path. UMA also assists in broadening students' network here at McCombs, UT and in their futures.	UMA will offer distinguished speakers, to talk about management and its role in the business world, to students. It will also function as a place where students can network with each other and professionals, while also having social events.
University of Texas Amateur Radio Club	To further the enjoyment of Amateur Radio (or Ham Radio) by providing aid in obtaining a Ham license, by providing a working radio station and through contact with other Hams.	Meetings on the third Monday of every month. A complete radio station (call sign N5XU) is available to all members and is located on the roof of WRW. ENS 420
University of Texas Hispanic Journalists	To organize and provide mutual support for Hispanic student journalists in English, Spanish and bilingual media; to encourage the study and practice of journalism and mass communication by Hispanics; to further employment and career opportunities for Hispanic student journalists; to encourage students to participate in the different media outlets at UT.	A job/internship/scholarship/ exchange; guest speakers; community service; fundraisers.
University of Texas Leadership and Ethics Institute	The University of Texas Leadership and Ethics Institute (LEI), in the Office of the Dean of Students, promotes effective leadership and citizenship through experiential learning, training, and resources. As a central resource, students can participate in student leadership development as a curricular and co-curricular component of their education.	To fulfill its mission, LEI: 1) Provides leadership programs and opportunities by combining education (knowledge), training (skills), development (growth), and service (action) to integrate curricular and co-curricular activities; 2) Challenges and supports students' intellectual developmental processes; 3) Serves the University community by promoting interaction of students, faculty, staff, and community members through collaborative efforts; 4) Conducts theory-based research to further the field of leadership studies; and 5) Employs multiple theoretical models to reflect the importance of cultural influences on leadership.
University Securities Investment Team	To engage students in an interactive and educational atmosphere, which promotes their personal, academic, and occupational growth through financial securities analysis.	Active portfolio management and analysis, professional speakers, and community involvement.
UT Artists in Action	Artists in Action is the UT student chapter of the National Art Education Association. Out mission is to promote community dialogue about visual arts through collaborative partnerships with the UT Department of Art and Art History, art educators and organizations throughout Austin, and all members of Artists in Action.	Our focus will be service projects, fundraisers, social outings, the exchange of ideas and lesson plans, and networking with visual arts professionals.
UT ISPOR	Society of Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research Student Chapter will provide an environment where students canshare knowledge in pharmacoeconomics and outcomes research; to serve as a bridge in bringing together students interested in pharmacoeconomics and members of the pharmaceutical industry, health-related organizations, and academia.	Major activities will include inviting members of the industry to talk about pharmacoecomomic research; hold journal club meetings; etc. PHR 2.220B
UT Planetary Organization for Space Sciences and Exploration (POSSE)	MCA Planetary Organization for Space Sciences and Exploration exists to promote, facilitate, and coordinate space, lunar, and planetary science student activities throughout the University of Texas Community	Fortnightly meetings, social activities, lectures, and debates
UT Sciences Toastmasters Club	To help graduate students, faculty and staff develop and strengthen public speaking skills. To transform ordinary presentations into outstanding performances.	Public Speaking, Oratorship, Motivational and Social skills development
UT Solar Vehicles Team	To fulfill a dream of representing the University of Texas at Austin proudly in national competition while satisfying a desire to win and participate in an effort fueled by a passion for achieving a high speed, environmentally sound method of transportation. To work hard, learn, and have fun, as a team, committed to the project and all fellow members involved. And, to make a profound difference in our lives as well as the lives of those we interact... (MORE IN FILE)	NONE
Voices Against Violence	The Voices Against Violence is an educational program whose goal is to raise awareness regarding the issues of sexual assault, relationship violence and stalking.	Present workshops aimed to prevent & reduce physical & sexual violence and stalking to the UT community. Special events including guest lectures, marches, film & discussion panels during Oct. for Domestic Violence Awareness Month & April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Women in Aerospace for Leadership and Development	To provide aerospace industry project-based leadership and development opportunities for undergraduate engineering students. The vision is that more women graduate with confidence and experience in the field of aerospace engineering.	We research, design, and develop one project a year that applies our engineering courses.
Women in Chemistry - Iota Sigma Pi	WIC's purpose is to help promote the professional and personal growth of women in chemistry (and other related physical sciences) through formation of supportive networks, recognition and communication to public of female graduates. Student concerns to UT officials, and greater exposure to female role models.	As WIC, we hope to (i) increase the number of visiting women lecturers (ii) provide a supportive environment for women to discuss their science and related issues concerning women in science (iii) develope a seminar series dealing strictly with women in science events/issues of professional development (iv) influence UT's awareness of UT female graduate/faculty and undergrad female scientists concerns (v) recruiting female graduate students (vi) cool science field trips.
Women in Computer Science	To provide opportunities for professional and personal growth through networking, activities, on technical and career-oriented topics and social events.	Company night, guest speakers, bi-weekly meetings, socials, etc. TAY 1.122
Women in Electrical and Computer Engineering (Women in ECE)	The purpose of the women in ECE is to reach out and engage women from all levels in the department - from undergraduate to graduate to faculty. This group will foster a network within ECE that will serve professional, social, and academic purposes. Women in ECE is open to men and women.	Women in ECE hosts social events for members to form a community. The organization will also hold professional and technically relevant events that will help students succeed.
Women in Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering	To provide a platform for women in Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering to socialize and network amongst each other, to help encourage the growth of women in the PGE community, and to learn about the roles women play in the energy industry.	We will have mainly social activities (picnics, socials, study sessions) and some low pressure networking activities (information, lectures, classes, networking dinners). We will also create an interactive advice bank for academic collaboration within the student body.
Women in Science	As a local affiliate of the Association for Women in Science, WIS provides a community for women interested in science by offering various educational, outreach, and social opportunities.	WIS hosts bi-weekly meetings which include speakers on various science-related topics. We also encourage involvement in on-campus activities and projects that encourage young girls to pursue science and math.
Women's & Gender Studies Organization	Working with the CWGS, to promote interest and awareness of WGS events, educational opportunities, issues with in the discipline and provide support and mentorship for undergraduates and graduates.	Bi-weekly/monthly meetings discussing WGS readings; mentoring undergraduates, encouraging interest and activity with in the greater WGS community with trips to movies, museums and lectures. WWH 408

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