The following organizations strongly relate to a degree program or potential career.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME Berks)
Penn State Berks American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Club’s purpose is to provide an organization that exposes students to hands on engineering projects and the tools necessary to obtain engineering internships over the summer. By providing engineering projects and internship opportunities, engineering students will have increased value for their academics and direction for their future.
Adviser: Matthew Rhudy, [email protected]
Berks Chemical Society (BCS)
The Penn State Berks Chemical Society is an American Chemical Society chartered organization for undergraduate students. Members get to host, provide, participate, and volunteer for a wide range of services and professional programs in order to get more people excited about chemistry. Many community events and demonstrations are held throughout the year on campus and elsewhere around Berks County.
Adviser: James Karlinsey, [email protected]
Civil Opportunities and Resources for Engineering Students (C.O.R.E.S)
C.O.R.E.S. is an engineering student organization focused on helping students gain experience, develop professional skills, and explore opportunities beyond the classroom. While the clubs focuses on civil engineering and related fields, it is open to students of all majors interested in professional development. C.O.R.E.S. also connects students with professional organizations and industry opportunities, including collaboration with the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Through resume and LinkedIn workshops, guest speakers, hands-on activities, company visits, and networking events, the club provide students with practical experiences to support their academic and career goals.
Advisers: Ryan Hassler, [email protected]; Kathleen Hauser, [email protected]
Coding and Technology Club
The Technology and Coding Club provides students with an environment to learn and explore information science and technology, as well as to engage in projects related to information science and technology and technology-related discussions. Students from all majors are welcomed and encouraged to join.
Adviser: Melissa Ramos, [email protected]
Criminal Justice Club
The Criminal Justice Club seeks to educate those who are interested in the field with means other than the classroom. This club provides community service opportunities, group trips, guest speakers, and current event discussions. Ultimately, this club will be an accomplished support system for all students by involving ties to the community, internship guidance, and networking opportunities.
Adviser: Michael Ecker, [email protected]
Entrepreneurship and Innovation (E&I) Club
The Entrepreneurship and Innovation Club is for any student who wishes to expand their college experience beyond classwork. The club's goal is to spark student innovation and creativity with relevant information from experts, as well as support from other students.
Adviser: Sadan Kulterel-Konak, [email protected]
Honors Club
The Penn State Berks Honors Club works to enrich students' educational experiences. While education is shaped by curriculum within classes, the Honors Club works to expand from the curriculum through volunteer and scholarship activities to help members take an active part in the community and their education.
Adviser: Bryan Wang, [email protected]
HOSA – Future Health Professionals
HOSA – Future Health Professionals strives to assist those interested in health andmedicine become leaders in this field through competitions, networking, fundraising, and their impacts on the community.
Adviser: Ike Shibley, [email protected]
Hotel Restaurant Society
The Hotel Restaurant Society focuses on activities that pertain to hospitality.
Adviser: Mark Legg, [email protected]
Kinesiology Club
The Kinesiology club serves as a resource for students to gain knowledge within the field of kinesiology. This club will expose students, especially those majoring in Kinesiology, to the diversity of ability levels in the active community as well as engage in different physical activities, promoting health and fitness across campus, and fundraising for health and/or fitness-related organizations.
Adviser: Allison Singles, [email protected]
Model Rocketry Club
The Model Rocketry Club is a club designed for students to explore their passion for rocketry through designing, building, and launching their very own rockets.
Adviser: Cesar Martínez-Garza, [email protected]
Psychology Club
The Psychology Club seeks to educate those who are interested in the field with means other than the classroom. The organizations provides community service opportunities, group trips, guest speakers, and current event discussions. Ultimately, this club will be an accomplished support system for all students by involving ties to the community, internship guidance, and networking opportunities.
Adviser: Nathan Greenauer, [email protected]
Pre-Health Society
The purpose of the Berks Pre-Health Society is to provide information to students in various careers in healthcare or clinical research. This club is ideal for students interested in pursuing careers in healthcare, including physicians, physician-scientists, physician assistants, dentists, nurses, therapists, etc. Furthermore, it will be the mission of the Pre-Health Society to host events in the interest of the students seeking careers in healthcare, increasing their preparedness for post-baccalaureate pursuits in healthcare through networking events, development opportunities, and basic medical training.
Adviser: Justin DiAngelo, [email protected]
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
The purpose of SAE Baja is to engage students interested in engineering and business aspects regarding the SAE Baja competition. This club applies the engineering design process and skills learned in engineering courses to design and build an off-road, single-seater vehicle, but the organization is not exclusive to engineering majors — all are welcome!
Adviser: Roy Thompson, [email protected]
Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is intended to empower women to achieve full potential in careers as engineers and leaders, expand the image of the engineering and technology professions as a positive force in improving the quality of life, and demonstrate the value of diversity and inclusion. The club participates in networking events, talk to professionals in industry, and attends workshops to improve their résumés, and also takes part in small engineering projects in the community.
Adviser: Kathleen Hauser, [email protected]
Theatre Society
The Penn State Berks Theatre Society aims to provide a space where everyone can explore the art of theater. The organization welcomes everyone from those who have never acted before to experienced veterans to those interested in the technical side. Filled with supportive individuals, the Theatre Society wants to welcome all students who are interested in any aspect of theater or the arts.
Adviser: Jim Brown, [email protected]
World Affairs Club Council
World Affairs Club Council is a group for students interested in international issues. This club discusses world events, hosts interesting speakers, promotes study abroad on campus, and takes an international-themed bus trip in the spring.
Adviser: [email protected]