Activities at Anoka-Ramsey Community College

The multitude of vibrant activities are a vital aspect of college life at Anoka-Ramsey. Students, alumni and community members are welcome to take part in the variety clubs, organizatons and events. The Student Activities Office on both each campus supports extra-curricular programming designed to supplement your courses.  Academic clubs, civic and social clubs and organizations, and other student activities, which are offered for optional credit are available.  In addition, the Student Activities Office sponsors numerous social, educational, and cultural events throughout the year, including concerts, art exhibits, speakers, and movies.

If, however, your interest isn't represented and you'd like to form your own club, you’re welcome to meet with the Director/Coordinator of Student Activities. Our Clubs and Organizations Guide will help you start a club or guide you through your participation in a club.

Cambridge: Cindi Gilbert
Coon Rapids: Joyce Traczyk

Student Life Committee/Campus Programming Board

Cambridge: Cindi Gilbert
Coon Rapids: Joyce Traczyk

Adult Learning Club

The adult learning club offers a friendly opportunity to talk with other non-traditional students in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere.  Member gather for conversation that is relevant to the adult learner's challenges in academia.

Coon Rapids: Jan Pomeroy

African Student Association

Provides academic and solcial support to all students who are interested in learning about African history, culture, and the African higher education experience.

Coon Rapids:  Marcellus Davis

Art Club

Provides regular opportunities to discuss ideas pertaining to art.  Hosts opportunities to display and sell artist wares.

Cambridge:  Marko Marian
Coon Rapids:  Eric Dahlberg

Astronomy Club

To further understanding and knowledge of the known universe through group activities and interaction.

Coon Rapids: Ed Wehling

Billiards Club

Gives students the opportunity to be instructed by a professional billiard coach and demonstrate stategies to help in improving this skill.

Coon Rapids:  Mark Omodt

Biology Club

Promotes fun and fellowship for students interested in biology. Works to enhance local natural areas, raises awareness of health issues, etc.

Coon Rapids: Joan McKearnan

Boxing Club

The purpose of the Boxing Club is to promote boxing as a fun and safe fitness alternative.  To provide boxing enthusiasts a place to train and to discuss training
strategies and boxing styles.

        Coon Rapids:  Robert Goldman

Campus Democrats and Progressives

Encourages political discussion, activism, and knowledge to promote progressive policies.

Coon Rapids:  Matt Schuster

Campus Republican and Conservatives

Promotes conservative ideas by hosting speakers, debates, and leadership seminars.

Coon Rapids:  Candace Blazek

Ceramic Guild

Promotes an anwareness of the ceramic arts by providing students the opportunity to teach at various community facilities.

Coon Rapids:  Mark Lambert, Mary Roettger

Chemistry Club

Provides students with opportunities to enhance their interest in chemistry and related fields, and to help prepare them for achieving their chemistry related career goals. Activities include outreach, field trips, and fellowship.

Coon Rapids: Vicky MacMurdo

Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM) Club

The purpose of this club is to pormote the positive development and image of the Integrative Health and Healing program;  to provie networking opportunities and camraderie; to porvide a venue for growth, learning and expanding awarness of complementary and alternative medicine.

Coon Rapids: Valerie Lis

Computer Science Club

To provide interest in computer science and provide a network of individuals interested in computer sciences.  To participate in competitions and solve computing, programming problems.

Coon Rapids:  Tim Wrenn

Creative Writing Club

The Creative Writing Club provides opportunities for students interested in writing poetry, fiction, and crative non-fiction.  The Rapids Review and The Spirit River Review literary and arts magazines are published by the members of the Creative Writing Club.

Coon Rapids: 

CRU

The CRU club welcomes students from all denominations, as well as those with no church affililation.  Supports and encourages students through Bible studies and other Christian activities.

Coon Rapids:  Tim Sheehan

Engineering and Physics Club

Opportunity for students to participate in tours of interest or complete projects, such as, a "Battle Bot" competition.

Coon Rapids: Bill Saari, Dierk Hofreiter

Gay Straight Alliance (GSA)

The GSA at Anoka-Ramsey Community College educates on gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and straight issues; and works toward eliminating intolerance and prejudice.  Encourages informal activities which foster healthy social interactions, understanding, and acceptance. 

Cambridge:  Claudia Kittock
Coon Rapids:  Jim Biederman

Hearts Ablaze Christian Club

Create a sense of community for Christian students on campus.  Promote and organize events that are relevant to Anoka-Ramsey Community College students.

Cambridge:  Brad Wold

History Club

Unites students enthused about history. Schedules trips and tours of historical interest, and promotes high standards of historical research.

Coon Rapids: Bruce Homann

LEGO Club

The LEGO club promotes the creativity and social skills of Anoka-Ramsey Community College students.  The LEGO club supports the interests of students majoring in arechitectural design and related fields.

Coon Rapids:  Brian Larson

Magic: The Gathering Club

To create a safe and comfortable environment in which people can gather to learn and/or play the collectable card game "Magic: The Gathering", for the purposes of improving reading comprehension skills, improving logic skills, improving math skills (from basic math to statistics) and having fun.

Coon Rapids: Kristin Klamm-Doneen

Math Club

The Math Club encourages the enjoyment of mathematics. Sponsors student participation in mathematical conferences and competitions.

Coon Rapids: Mark Omodt

Multicultural Student Club

The Multicultural Student Club is open to all students interested in promoting cultural diversity and creating a welcoming environment for students of diverse cultures.  Meets and discusses issues related to a variety of cultures and cultural experiences.  The club also eats out at ethnic restaurants and attends cultural events in the twin cities.

Coon Rapids:  Thomas McCarthy

Muslim Student Association

The Muslim Student Association provides opportunities designed to enrich the Muslim faith, life, and to educate non-Muslims about Islam.

Coon Rapids:  Vicki MacMurdo, Patty Pieper

Nurses Christian Fellowship

Focuses on Christ-centered nursing through relationships, education, publications, and a professional institute.

Coon Rapids:  Sandy Kohler

Phi Theta Kappa

Phi Theta Kappa offers opportunities for academically exceptional students.  Phi Theta Kappa is the international honors society for two-year colleges, which recognizes scholarship among community college students and provides members with leadership, fellowship, and service opportunities.

Cambridge:  Kathleen Hoffman
Coon Rapids:  Michelle Aldinger

Pre-Vet and Pre-Med Club

To give the pre-vent, pre-med student, or anyone else that would want to join, a chance to see the many opportunities within human and veterinary medicine.  To help these students overcome bariers which may confront them at the beginning stages of their educational journey.

Coon Rapids:  Kelly Befus

Psi Beta

Psi Beta, a national honor society in psychology, supports students' intereste in and dedication to the field of psychology and scholastic achievement.

Coon Rapids:  Jim Biederman

Psychology Club

The Psychology Club promotes activities and awareness of mental health issues.

Coon Rapids: Laurie Wolfe

Running Club

To build relationships outside of the classroom, around a shared common interest in running for recreation and self-improvement.

Coon Rapids:  Barbara Sandarin

Student Nurses Association

Provides programs of fundamental interests to nursing students.  Aid in development of professional role and responsibility for health care of people in all walks of life.

Cambridge: Gwen McDonald

Student Veteran Club

Creates a community of students who are interested in supporting veterans and/of military issues and encourage public awareness of the unique needs of veteran students on campus.

Cambridge:  Isabelle Schmidt
Coon Rapids:  Jeff Poole

Swing Dancing Club

Provides the opportunity to let out some built up energy.  Even if you have never swing danced before, come to learn.  Wear comfortable shoes.

Coon Rapids:  Jillayn Quaschnick

Veterans & Military Students Organization

Creates a community of students who are interested in supporting veteran and/or military issues and encourage public awareness of the unique needs of veteran student on campus.

Cambridge:  Dan Heinks
Coon Rapids:  Jeff Poole