This Is Why You Should Join A Club

Do you ever feel the need to be part of something bigger than yourself?

Then you should consider joining a club at Miami Dade College.

Regardless of your major, the College offers students a wide variety of club options for different fields such as math, science, psychology and art. 

As the fall semester starts at MDC, new and returning students can browse the options on SharkNet—an online platform that lists the clubs and organizations at all eight campuses. 

There you can see a club’s description, application process, current members and upcoming events. In addition, most clubs and organizations offer a contact you can reach out to for more information. 

Aside from SharkNet, each campus has a Student Life department that oversees the clubs and Student Government Association at their respective campus which hosts events to promote campus engagement. 

With plenty of resources, there is no excuse as to remain uninvolved at MDC. 

Personally, I’ve pursued my interest in psychology and journalism by joining the psychology club at West Campus and The Reporter—the student-run newspaper at MDC. I’ve felt welcomed and heard by everyone I’ve come across at the two organizations. 

My extracurricular involvement has been one of the key reasons on why I’ve remained focused during my time at MDC. I’ve met great people who share a common goal—success. 

At The Reporter, I’ve also had the opportunity to give tips on how to succeed academically and shared my views on the lackluster candidates in the Republican Party for next year’s presidential election. 

I hope to continue immersing myself in the College by remaining active in the groups I am part of. By joining a club, you will take the first step to find your community at the College and create memories that will last a lifetime.