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Our mission is accomplished by the following: Draft, interpret, publicize, disseminate, and enforce standards of behavior and related student conduct policies and procedures. Promote academic integrity and responsible conduct. Provide a means to report concerns regarding behavior of UCR students. Assure due process rights are afforded to students who participate in the student conduct process. Facilitate learning experiences and opportunities for ethical growth and development for students who participate in the discipline, grievance, and conflict resolution processes. Foster respect for others and for the University's work of teaching, research, and service. Provide a voice for students, faculty, and staff in the student conduct process via the conduct committees. Serve as a resource for the campus community, including students, faculty, and staff.
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The Student Disability Resource Center (SDRC) serves students with permanent and temporary disabilities. Our staff will assist you with general information about all SDRC services , as well as any required paperwork and applicable documentation. Services are free, voluntary and confidential to all regularly enrolled students with a verified disability. A personal consultation will help us individually tailor a plan to meet your disability-related needs to access academic and campus programs, including but not limited to classes, housing, parking, residence hall dining, etc. We are offering a new mentor program for incoming students. We also collaborate with other campus offices and departments, and Student Disability Union.
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Welcome! We are the Student Disability Union at UCR! Our purpose is to create an inclusive, safe, and engaging group on campus that empowers UCR's disabled community and promotes acceptance through advocacy and education. We hold events that actively collaborate with students and other diverse organizations/clubs to bring the disabled student population together to establish a community, encourage discussion, and participate in fun socials. The ultimate goal is to build relationships, cultivate campus connections, and give a collective voice to an underrepresented and misunderstood minority. ALL UCR students, with or without disabilities, are welcome to participate! We organize events/activities on campus that include: Socials (individuals can chat and chill while participating in fun-themed activities) Ability Ball (a lively evening showcasing the talents of both individuals with or without disabilities) Empower Your Peers Groups (caring and empowering groups of different types of disabilities/disorders/illnesses conversing on personal experiences and learning mental health exercises. Ex. Mobility, Epilepsy, Diabetes, ADD/ADHD etc.) Event and meeting details will be shared through our instagram: @sdu_ucr
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https://youtu.be/LMNHzebQcY4 To provide food, clothing and hygiene products for the homeless of the Riverside community while providing students the opportunity to partake in community service and encouraging them to take initiative in helping to meet the needs of the community. Check out our Instagram @sharpucr for more information on our meeting dates!
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Student Life is dedicated to the education and development of UCR's diverse student body and to creating a meaningful, learning-centered campus life for students at the University. Student Life works in active partnership with students, faculty, and staff colleagues to foster and support student opportunities for learning, involvement, leadership, community building, and creative expression that complement classroom experiences. Student Life further supports student organizations and their leaders, and they in turn provide programs and resources to the student body and the wider University community. In the office of Student Life, staff work to support student organizations, Highlander Orientation, commuter programs, leadership development programs, veterans services, and first-year programs. For student organizations, each "cluster" of organizations has a designated Student Life Advisor. This person provides resources and information to support student organization functions such as event planning, leadership development, and officer transition for student organization leaders. The Student Life Advisors also facilitate workshops, and assist students in navigating the UCR campus. Here are the various clusters for student organizations! Academic/Professional Action & Awareness Arts and Expression Cultural Fraternities and Sororities Graduate Student Associations Honor Societies Recreational Service Spiritual/Religious/Atheist Other program areas in Student Life office include First Year Programs, Highlander Orientation, Commuter Programs, and Campus Activities. You can refer questions about these programs to ucrlife@ucr.edu .
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To provide information and guidance to student Veterans, active duty, retired, reservist, National Guard members or any students receiving military educational benefits on current issues affecting them; help those members in need by providing scholarships (when available), based on achievement as stated on a Scholarship Application, to help them continue their education at UCR; create a network where members can share their knowledge with family members, the UC Riverside community and other organizations outside the school.
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Students for a National Health Program (SNaHP) at UCR is dedicated to advancing health equity through education, advocacy, and scholarship in support of a universal, single-payer health care system. Grounded in the belief that health care is a human right, our chapter works to promote patient-centered care, physician autonomy, and health policy that prioritizes public good over profit. We seek to promote a healthcare system committed to improving access, quality, and affordability of care for the medically underserved communities of Inland Southern California and beyond, regardless of patients' socioeconomic status, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, residency status, or disability. Our efforts are aimed at achieving our ultimate goal of repairing our broken health system through the implementation of a single payer healthcare system for all.
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SEDS (Students for the Exploration and Development of Space) is an international student organization dedicated to advancing space exploration, science, and technology. It aims to empower students with hands-on experience, educational resources, and professional networking opportunities in the space industry. SEDS fosters a collaborative environment where students can lead projects, attend conferences, and connect with industry experts, promoting innovation and a deeper understanding of space-related fields. Through workshops, events, and advocacy, SEDS inspires future leaders in space exploration and development.
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The purpose of Students for Iraq (SFI) at UC Riverside is to provide a welcoming space for students to connect and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Iraq. We aim to create a united, inclusive community highlighting Iraqi culture’s beauty and diversity. By sharing Iraq’s history and commemorating significant national events, SFI seeks to foster understanding and a genuine, positive portrayal of Iraq to the UC Riverside community.
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Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) is a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and community members working towards educating the public on the plight of the Palestinian people, combating Zionism in all its forms, and promoting the liberation of the Palestine. We are organized on democratic principles to promote justice, human rights, liberation, and self-determination for the Palestinian people.
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SOS envisions a free Syria in which the Syrian people have the rights and freedoms that they deserve. Our mission is to stand in solidarity with the Syrian people in their struggle for freedom and human rights, to assist Syrians in their effort to build a self-determined and pluralistic society, and to raise awareness of and help alleviate the humanitarian crisis currently taking place in Syria. We are devoted to sustaining an organized student network that is unified for the cause of a free Syria.
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Students will have a safe place where they feel comfortable to support Israel and its right to exist. Along with this there will be many events held to teach about the life and culture of Israel and its people. Another main part of our organization will be to be a strong
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Welcome to Study Buddies! Study buddies is a club that offers students a place to study in a group setting. We aim to improve study habits, decrease burnout, and provide a community for individuals to learn. Join us for a time of weekly study sessions, fun stress relief activities, and build lifelong friendships. Follow us on Instagram @studybuddiesucr!
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The Study of Religion Departmental GSA will act as a liaison between graduate students in the Study of Religion Department and the broader Graduate Student Association.
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SISTERS stands for Success in Science and Technology: Engagement with Role Models. The goal of this organization is to facilitate group meetings using the role-model approach to encourage middle school girls to attend college and pursue careers in STEM. Our meetings are solely led by female STEM undergraduate students to ensure that the girls have strong female role models in STEM. Our organization will host female leaders in various STEM disciplines to present about their careers, education, and hardships that they overcame to get to where they are now. This year, we are planning to continue educating middle school students about careers in STEM through field trips, presentations, social issue seminars, and activities led by leaders in STEM. We will be hosting a hybrid format, and are excited to mentor and inspire middle school students to pursue STEM education/careers.
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Mission: Inspire, educate and develop our members to be the future leaders in supply chain management, providing opportunities for hands-on training, networking, collaborations, and career advancement to bridge the skill and knowledge gap between academia and industry. Vision: Develop UC Riverside as a center for Supply Chain development, bringing more job opportunities and exposure in the field to the university and its surrounding communities.
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SMASH's project goal is to provide free and accessible tutoring for STEM related subjects at Ramona High School. We provide tutoring every Tuesday and Thursday after school and help students with homework problems, create practice problems, and review previous tests/quizzes that students may have taken. With our easily accessible tutoring service, we have been able to help students pass classes and gain a better understanding of the material they struggle with. For future work, we are currently planning on holding a college student panel where UCR CNAS Ambassadors can speak of their experience as college students and give the students of Ramona High School a run down of what to expect as college students. We plan to continue tutoring and help students gain a better understanding of STEM related concepts.
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The purpose of this organization shall be to collaborate and work on projects that promote environmental sustainability and new green technologies. As students, we want to prove that we have the capability of developing new technologies and solving problems that work towards protecting our environment while learning and developing skills applicable to our future professions. In order to ensure that we are a diverse student organization that provides experience to all students of all industries, we will depend on the talents, knowledge, and skill sets of students across many different majors. Our purpose is to have a platform for motivated students to obtain skills and knowledge in the multi-layered process of planning, design, and construction while utilizing methodology ranging from business, to scientific, and philosophical ideologies. We want to prove to our community that we, as UCR students, are capable of working collaboratively across multiple disciplines and fields of study together for the betterment of the environment. We value the environment and want our green projects to be an inspiring factor to raise awareness of creating an achievable sustainable future. Our guiding principles are to be inclusive, innovative, and inspirational as we use our research designs to encourage others to find more sustainable practices.
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For over a decade, Sustainable UCR has been working towards building a better, more sustainable life and community at UCR. In the past, we have worked on installing solar panels during Solarthon, collecting/composting coffee grinds, organizing events during Earth Week, and working with other organizations to make their events more sustainable. Today, we are focused on continuing the legacy of our great work, specifically in the aspects of food, water, waste, energy, and culture. Join our sustainable movement as we change our community! Visit our Linktree! Sustainable UCR is open to any ideas that our members present! We welcome any ideas for projects, events, or collaborations.
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Sweet Society at UCR, is focused on teaching students how to create mind-blowing desserts with the simple ingredients found in their kitchens. We provide educational content focused on proper practices when preparing and serving different baked goods, such as cookies, brownies, cinnamon rolls, etc. Sweet Society at UCR is focused on making all of our recipes available for public use, so that anyone can learn to bake. We also hold baking competitions where students can show off some of their own recipes.
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The Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS) was founded in 1998 in the United States as a professional society to provide networking, educational, cultural, and professional services to medical professionals of Syrian descent. SAMS Foundation, the charitable arm of SAMS, was launched in 2007. Since then, SAMS has become one of the most active and leading medical relief organizations working on the front lines of crisis relief in Syria, neighboring countries, and beyond. SAMS has since implemented an integrated model of essential services that emphasizes priority needs, including the delivery of medical education, training, and financial support for physicians and other healthcare workers inside Syria and in neighboring countries. SAMS has established field hospitals, intensive care units, dental and primary care clinics, birth and newborn care facilities, mobile medical units, and dialysis centers.
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Table Tennis Club at UCR is a community of table tennis players at all skill levels dedicated to fostering casual and competitive play. Join our Discord for more information and to see when people are playing: https://discord.gg/7nswYnB5dS Follow our Instagram @ucr_table_tennis Buy Quality Equipment and Help Support our Club! : https://www.megaspin.net/default.asp?aid=ucr
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Welcome to Taekwondo Club at UCR! The mission of the Taekwondo Club is to provide training for those of all skill levels. We welcome all those who have previous experience, zero experience, are martial arts enthusiasts, or generally curious of the sport. We aim to teach the rich Korean culture of Taekwondo to all members, as well as the development of competitive skills while having fun. Come join us! Our practices are Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:15 PM - 10:55 PM, and Fridays from 6:00 PM - 6:55 PM. Any questions? Contact us! Join our Discord server! https://discord.gg/ungzmJyVyY Email us (ucrtaekwondo@gmail.com) or message us on Instagram (@ tkdatucr )!
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Taiwanese American Student Association or TASA for short, is a social/cultural organization at UCR. The organization aims to promote a healthy community for Taiwanese Americans. Although the club is aimed towards Taiwanese Americans, people of all communities are welcomed.
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This organization serves as a platform to support the academic, professional, and social development of its members. It facilitates peer networking, educational programming, and information sharing to enhance engagement, collaboration, and access to relevant resources. Activities are designed to encourage knowledge exchange, community connection, and informed participation within the university environment.
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Tartan Seoul is an all-inclusive K-pop dance team for students to come together with a passion for dance and Korean Culture! All UCR students are free to attend events to socialize and take part in projects with their peers who share similar interests in a safe, enjoyable environment in our team.
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Founded in 1885, Tau Beta Pi is the second oldest national honor society and the only honor society that represents all engineering disciplines. This prestigious honor society accepts members with distinguished scholarship and exemplary character as students in engineering.
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Tau Sigma is an induction based national honors society focused on recognizing and promoting the academic excellence and involvement of transfer students. The University of California- Riverside (UCR) branch of Tau Sigma provides its member's opportunities to earn scholarships, attend leadership conferences, take leadership positions, and serve others, while joining a robust community of other academically motivated transfer students.
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Learn how to play the games of Go and Mahjong, while enjoying a new traditional tea every meeting!
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Team Scotty is a fun-loving group of UCR students and staff that love hanging out with our school mascot, Scotty Highlander. We help make sure that Scotty makes it to every event and game that he can. If you’d like to get involved and find out how to become a member of the Team Scotty and try out mascotting, send us a message or come by Student Life in HUB 229 and ask anyone at the front desk how to get involved. We love welcoming new members! Until then, we will see you on and around campus! Don’t hesitate to say hi to Scotty when you see him!
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Welcome to TEDxUCR! We are a project-based organization working under TEDx to connect the UCR and greater Riverside community to speakers worldwide. Our primary focus is producing in-person and virtual TEDx talks with the help of our four committees: selections, logistics, marketing, and sponsorships. For more information and follow us on Instagram (@tedxucr). Also, check out our previous talks on YouTube by searching up 'tedxucr'. Do you want to help create an official TED talk on UCR's campus? If the answer is YES to any of those questions, then you can find our member application coming out soon! If you are interested in being a speaker, shoot us an email at jraba014@ucr.edu with a bio about yourself and a short outline of what you would like to talk about. You may get an opportunity to speak at our next talk! You can also email us if you have any questions about anything TEDxUCR!
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The purpose of this organization is to provide recreational and competitive tennis activity for students, staff, and faculty at UCR. All levels are accepted and our club has the goal to provide a friendly, fun environment where people can bond over tennis and progress in their skills. The club also provides a competitive team that travels and competes against other university tennis clubs. For updates, we highly recommend for you to follow our Instagram and to fill out the club interest form below. Interested in our tennis club? Fill out the club interest form below! https://forms.gle/7B5KPqji2f35SaHAA Officers for 2025~2026 President: Iago Canchola Vice President: Nicole Aguilar Treasurer: Andy Pirir Secretary: Angel Esparza Public Relations: Sophia Beizaee Historians: Neha Lloyd & Micaela de Leon Tournament Coordinators: Sam Condevillamar & Octavio Ruiz
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The 3E Club seeks to generate research to improve health and wellbeing for marginalized emerging adults. We aim to spread awareness about cardiometabolic and mental health, mentoring in college, research opportunities, and social determinants of health. We hope to create a community for all students to feel supported and have a space safe on campus.
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The Actuarial Science Club is to create a supportive and collaborative environment for students that are in the major or interested in actuarial science for either a career or just further interest. Our mission is to explore students' knowledge on the subject and explore the profession. We wish to help them through a strong community, group studying, workshops, speaker sessions, and develop them with career-ready skills. We wish to grow our major and build a strong network with certified actuaries that are in the profession.
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The Arabic Culture Club is a club geared towards Arabic speakers from any country or background, along with those interested in learning more about Arabic language and culture. We hope to enlighten our members with opportunities to attend cultural events and activities relating to Arabic culture and language along with many experiences that showcase Arabic in its true beauty. This club is open to all who are interested, and will provide many opportunities to enhance the knowledge of the Arabic language and Arab culture.
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As our casual dining location, the Barn is UCR's social hub where students , faculty and staff meet for lunch. Come and visit our inviting patio for a relaxed study over lunch, or chat with friends in our cozy dining room. Check out our Western-themed menu featuring salads, burgers, pizza & grilled sandwiches. Do you need a special venue for a large catered event
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To educate individuals of the basics of healthcare, which is important to be aware of for every citizen regardless of health status and to stress the role of patient advocacy to combat potential lack of access, respect, or simple b edside manners. B: barrier-breaking (addressing language/cultural barriers and inequalities) A: advocating (being a voice for those who do not have one; fighting stigmas and assumptions) S: supporting (employing kindness and empathy in evaluation and treatment of patient condition) I: informing (educating and learning about various diseases) C: considering (acknowledging and respecting patient opinion) S: spreading awareness (discussing importance of patient’s role as the member of the healthcare team)
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Marginalized groups are not treated equally in healthcare and healthcare research. They often face additional discrimination that hinders their ability for proper treatment. Our organization gives a voice to those in need and helps bring awareness to healthcare professionals. Events include fundraising, panels, volunteering, presentations and collaborations with other groups, and spreading information through social media.
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The purpose of this organization shall be to make climbing more accessible to the student body as well as provide climbers with a community in which they can meet their peers and challenge themselves. ~Why Join Us?~ 1. Thrilling Climbing Expeditions: Explore SoCal's stunning natural landscapes, from Bishop to Joshua Tree, we explore it all. 2. Inclusive Community: Connect with climbers of all skill levels in an inclusive, supportive environment. 3. Escape the Routine: Put away your homework, swap your textbooks and lab coats for crash pads and beanies on one of our outdoor climbing trips. Scale to new heights while making unforgettable memories with fellow climbers. ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME! Whether you're a seasoned crusher or have never touched a rock before, our club is open to all.
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An organization for student comedians! The purpose of this organization is to provide amateur comedians and performers the opportunities to express themselves, improve comedy skills, and collaborate with others in the field while having the opportunity to entertain an audience. Our organization focuses on three "pillars" of comedy, stand-up , improv , and sketch comedy .
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Our club focuses on educating underserved communities about common and growing medical conditions while promoting overall health and wellness. We collaborate with the Riverside Community Center to host biweekly educational sessions led by UCR students an
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The Cultural Awareness Project is an opportunity for students to raise their level of Cultural Competence and have a positive impact on Campus Climate . Participation in CAP provides students the chance to learn the skills necessary to thrive and succeed in an increasingly globalized and diverse society. Participants will get a chance to learn more about their own identity—how it shapes their experience both on campus and outside of the University—and they will learn the skills necessary to have civil dialogue and collaborate with people different from themselves.
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Our Story The DVC at UCR was started by Richard Nguyen (DJ Simplex) in Jan. 2014 as a means to create UCR's first network of deejays. A club extended from San Diego to Riverside, the DVC brings people together with a similar passion for music. Today, the club continues to act as a network, while additionally providing new and aspiring deejays the lessons and experience required to become a great deejay. In the past, DVC has played at UCR's Block Party, Heat Music Festival and Spring Splash concerts. Our alumni & current deejays have gone on to deejay at Coachella , Sevilla of Riverside, Teregram Ballroom Los Angeles and Brownies & Lemonade . Who We Are No prior deejay, music production or music experience is required to join DVC at UCR. General meetings range from discussions about deejay philosophy to mixing demonstrations to modern music analyzation to marketing yourself as an artist at UC Riverside. DVC also hosts a mentorship/house programs, where members are assigned into "houses", to better streamline learning and artist growth. The house system also creates a sense of competitiveness in the club, while the general events creates a family around the DVC community. DVC holds in-house competitions, production workshops and general mixing sessions to showcase the art of deejaying and music. DVC also hosts events called Fireplaces; live-streamed events where DVC members socialize and play out their diverse music choices. For more information about our events, booking a DVC deejay or meeting agenda, please email: dvcucr@gmail.com
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The purpose of the Dynamic Genome Outreach Group, DGOG, is to inspire and educate K-12 students in molecular biology and related research sciences by allowing hands-on experience on model experiments guided by UCR undergraduates. **Please also e-mail us at dgog.ucr@gmail.com after requesting membership in order to receive updates on events and meetings.**
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The latest AVTC series, the EcoCAR EV Challenge (2022-2026), will challenge 15 North American universities to engineer a next generation battery electric vehicle (BEV) that utilizes automation and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) connectivity to implement energy efficient customer-pleasing features, and meet the decarbonization needs of the automotive industry. Learn more about the competition: https://avtcseries.org/about-the-ecocar-ev-challenge/ Read about our Year 1 achievements: https://www.highlandernews.org/87508/ucr-ecocar-team-wins-two-awards-at-ecocar-ev-challenge-y1-competition-in-orlando-florida/
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The purpose(s) of this organization shall be to work with local schools to build student-run gardens, provide nutritious fresh food, and educate youth about nutrition.
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The Highlander is UC Riverside's student-run newspaper. The Highlander Newspaper is committed to the pursuit of truth, the free exchange of information and ideas, and maintaining a fair and independent student voice. T
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The club is all about creating an environment where card lovers can hang out and socialize through card games. Events will be in the form of social events, tournaments, etc. Card games include anything such as Uno.
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Komorebi is a term that directly translates to the dappled sunlight filtering through the trees, and in keeping with its name, this organization is dedicated to offering aid and care to the homeless population and individuals in need in Riverside.