Rate clubs, orgs & Greek life at UCR
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The purpose of this to organization is to raise child literacy rates in the Riverside community to the child’s respective grade reading level or above. We wish to empower our students by giving them the fundamental tool of reading to aid them in their educational path. We also aim to be positive role models for the children and to foster a passion for reading and higher education.
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The Math Mission is a student-led organization at UCR dedicated to improving math education for elementary school students. Our mission is to provide free, high-quality tutoring and mentorship to young learners, helping them build confidence and foundational skills in mathematics. Through structured tutoring sessions, engaging activities, and community outreach, we aim to make math more accessible, enjoyable, and impactful. By connecting college students with local schools, we foster leadership, service, and a commitment to educational equity. Our club is open to all students passionate about teaching, mentoring, and making a difference in the community.
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The purpose of the UCR ETOX mini-GSA is to provide a unified voice of the ETOX graduate students within the larger Graduate Student Association and foster a community where ETOX students can easily interact with each other both academically and socially.
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The NSLS is the largest leadership honor society in the United States. Our NSLS chapter at University of California, Riverside was started in 2015. Our local chapter is part of the national organization with 700+ chapters and over 1.4 million members. Students are selected based on exemplary academic achievement. As of 2021 we have 1,930 members who have access to: · More than $400,000 in scholarships . · An exclusive NSLS job board. · A personalized letter of recommendation. The NSLS leadership program teaches the interpersonal skills that employers seek to give you an edge in the job market. Hear directly from current members as they share how their experience has changed their life. If you become a member, some of the other benefits are: · Learn from exceptional leaders like former President Barack Obama during exclusive Speaker Broadcasts. · Meet new friends and make lifelong connections (on-campus and virtually). · Overcome challenges with success coaches shortcutting your way to success. · Access to private networking events. Visit the NSLS website to learn more about and accept your nomination. Frequently Asked Questions: Some of the common questions we receive are listed below. If you have any other questions, visit nsls.org to chat with a team member or email help@nsls.org . What do I have to do to become inducted? Our five-step program takes approximately 12 hours over the course of the semester at your pace. Is this recognized on campus? We are a Registered Student Organization (RSO). As of 2021, we had 1,930 in our chapter and there are more than 1.4 million members nationwide.
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The club is to create a network of individuals in our organization to work together to create a magazine style Newpaper to give to the students of UC Riverside.
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The Play Project is an initiative aimed to connect to the Riverside community through creating fun and playful opportunities for children to exercise, whilst educating children on the importance of a playful lifestyle.
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The purpose of this organization is to be focused in science and systems designed to protect and improve health at the community and population level. This includes efforts to improve health through disease prevention and promoting healthy behaviors as well as community service.
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The Reach Initiative is a student led organization committed to serving underserved communities in Riverside, with a special focus on elderly individuals and people with disabilities. Through meaningful service, advocacy, and strong community partnerships, we transform compassion into real impact. Our members don’t just volunteer, they build genuine connections, restore dignity, and create lasting change. If you’re looking for a club where your involvement truly matters and your service makes a difference, The Reach Initiative is where you belong.
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The purpose and mission of The Salsa Club at UCR is to create a passionate and supportive student community that aims to share the skill, knowledge, and joy of salsa dancing and related dances. We provide instruction in the basics of salsa, bachata, tango, and other latin dances which are growing in popularity within local salsa clubs and Latin dance clubs. We aim to provide an environment where practice of the above dances can be executed, to provide a social network that focuses on dancing events and activities, and to provide a portal for individuals with similar interests to meet and interact. This organization originally began back in the summer of 2001 when some of the UCR student members of the Ballroom and Swing Club of UCR (BaSC) branched off towards a love of salsa. The club lasted several strong years before losing active status due to various issues, but was reformed in Fall of 2012 by UCR students who were inspired to give new life to the Salsa Club at UCR after hearing stories from the club alumni of their life-changing experiences during their time in the organization. Our goal as the new generation of the Salsa Club at UCR is to ensure a continued, thriving existence for the club with the addition of a very supportive network of alumni in the salsa community as a way for the members of the Riverside Salsa Family to continue growing and supporting this gateway to a life-long gift of dance, friendship, and perhaps love! We meet every Friday from 5:00-7:00pm at SRC north MPR B! No need to register in advance! See you there!
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The purpose of this organization is to empower students to use business knowledge and professional skills to create meaningful impact within the community. We aim to connect students with nonprofit organizations, small businesses, and community initiatives to provide pro-bono support, volunteer service, and strategic solutions that drive positive social change.
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The Shifa Society of Muslim Pre-Health Students is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the pre-health professional development of members through the abridgment of deen (Islamic religion) with dunya (worldly life) to foster a community of successful health professionals and sustainable Muslims.
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Established at The University of California at Riverside on November 7th, 2007, the Society of Physics Students (SPS) provides undergraduates and graduates from all disciplines the opportunity to expand and further their knowledge of physical phenomena through the following: Dynamic, interactive meetings which bring together members for the purpose of discussion of physics-related topics Organized field trips to laboratories, particle accelerators, observatories, Universities and a plethora of other institutions which demonstrate physics in the real world Philanthropy/community service, Guided research, Colloquial Projects, and group collaborations aimed to showcase the creative and inginuitive thought of every individual. It is the goal of SPS to to help students transform themselves into contributing members of the professional community or help students expand and further their knowledge. Course work develops only one range of skills. Other skills needed to flourish professionally include effective communication and personal interactions, leadership experience, establishing a personal network of contacts, presenting scholarly work in professional meetings and journals, and outreach services to the campus and local communities.
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The purpose(s) of this organization shall be to create a welcoming community for students who enjoy sports of all kinds, including both playing and watching sports. The organization aims to foster connection and friendship among sports enthusiasts through social events, recreational activities, and opportunities to bond over professional sports such as the NFL, NBA, MLB, College Sports and other leagues. The club provides members with a fun and inclusive environment to engage with sports and build lasting relationships.
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The Surgery Club is for aspiring pre-medical students who are interested in a surgical profession and for students who wish to gain knowledge and experience in the surgical field of medicine. Our goal is to educate pre-med students on the wide range of surgical specialties and subspecialties. Additionally, we wish to guide and educate students on the different pathways to a surgical profession.
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The Tzu Chi Collegiate Association at UCR (Tzu Ching) is the collegiate chapter of a larger foundation known as the Tzu Chi Foundation. Tzu Chi Foundation is a non-profit international charitable organization founded in 1966 by Dharma Master Cheng Yen in the impoverished east coast of Taiwan. The Foundation has dedicated itself in the field of charity, medicine, education, environmental protection, as well as the promotion of humanistic values and community volunteerism in Taiwan and globally for over forty years. Today, Tzu Chi has nearly ten million members around the world. Tzu Ching directly translates to “youths with compassion and joyous giving.” UCR Tzu Ching members thus engage in the Tzu Chi spirit of compassion by carrying out the Tzu Chi missions of Charity, Medicine, Education, and Culture on campus. Tzu Ching members desire to bring love and care to all people we meet and help. We support one another on the path to becoming better people through retreats, camps, study groups, sharing events, and volunteering. We hope college students, in their prime years to grow as leaders and advocates for change, can gain more knowledge about their own community, as well as a deeper respect for all people. Everyone is welcome to join so that we can take action through compassions and wisdom.
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https://youtu.be/sTcJqtuKKq8 We're the Verbal Coliseum, the only poetry-based club at UCR! During meetings and events, we create, perform, and appreciate the art of poetry. It is a safe space for all creatives of all skill levels and backgrounds. We are always learning, practicing, developing, and exploring together. Weekly meetings, workshops, guest speakers, open mics, and showcases all contribute to the collaborative and comforting ways we use to connect people with the same passion for poetry!
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The Women’s Network (TWN) was created for ambitious women looking to grow professionally while being uplifted by their community. TWN offers opportunities to gain exposure to the professional world, network with high-profile speakers and meet peers around their campus and the country. TWN meets biweekly (twice a month) and holds speaker meetings, various networking events, resume, internship and LinkedIn workshops, alumni networking receptions and interactive activity sessions to develop relationships with fellow members. Our workshops and guest speakers help prepare you for your next steps and may open your eyes to paths you haven't even considered. The purpose of The Women's Network is to create a community of women that celebrates the desire to achieve, cultivating their ambition in order to prepare the next generation of leaders . TWN strives to provide excellent resources and networking opportunities for young women. To encourage women to be supportive of one another and build each other up. To support young women in any endeavors that they may pursue. To network with potent women in a wide array of different fields. Fill out this form to become a member and join our network: https://www.thewomens.network/jointwn
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We are Young Americans for Liberty (YAL). As Americans we recognize the naturally-given rights of life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness as well those set forth by our Founding Fathers within the constitution. We recognize that while the unalienable rights of life, liberty and pursuit of happiness are not granted by the government, but inherent of every human being and necessary for the existence of a human being, other rights such as. While not natural human rights, our country was created to protect the freedoms of the individual and directed by we the people. We recognize that freedom deserves responsibility and therefore we hold ourselves to a high moral character and conduct. Integrity emphasizes our stance towards action. Principle defines our outlook towards government. Peace and prosperity drives our ambitions towards our countrymen. We inherit a corrupt, coercive world that has lost respect for voluntary action. Our government has failed and dragged our country into moral decay. The political class dominates the agenda with a violent, callous, controlling grip. And, for this we do not stand.
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The Theft Prevention and Locksport Club at UCR (TP&LC@UCR) is dedicated to educating students about personal property security and promoting awareness of theft prevention strategies on campus. In response to rising theft rates, the club aims to empower members, particularly first-year students, with the knowledge and tools to safeguard their belongings, including bikes and scooters often left unattended due to building restrictions. Through hands-on engagement with locksport, members gain insights into how security systems work and their vulnerabilities, fostering an ethical understanding of security practices. The club also supports professional development in security fields, collaborating with campus authorities like UCPD to create a safer university environment. Discord
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The purpose of this fraternity shall be to develop and to maintain a high standard of professional interest among its members, and to unite them in a strong bond of fraternal fellowship. This fraternity shall operate as a local professional engineering fraternity with the object of petitioning Theta Tau to become a colony and then a chapter of that national professional engineering fraternity. This process was started early 2012 with the founding fathers forming an interest group within the college. The interest group was then colonized on May 19th, 2012. Now, we are pleased to announce that our chapter petition has been voted on and approved. As of April 26, 2014, we are now established as Sigma Delta Chapter.
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Our organization is a mental health awareness/community organization for students to connect with. We provide access to resources, host events to build community/support, have guest speakers, and facilitate discussions!
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The Tink'R Lab offers students opportunities to use maker space equipment to create inspiring projects through innovative workshops! From simple creative endeavors to detailed research, we are open to everyone being able to have a space to create or follow step-by-step workshops that help guide a path towards both creativity and innovative design.
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Together in Grief is a club dedicated to creating an open dialogue about grief at UCR, providing a supportive space for grieving students to connect and support each other, and educating others on how to support students who are grieving.
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Tokusatsu Crisis Community strives to create a community welcome to both new and old fans of the Tokusatsu film genre/style. Tokusatsu is a Japanese film genre/style that usually features a costumed superhero fighting monsters that are filmed primarily using practical effects. We hold regular meetings where we watch shows/movies/clips and play games to give out Toku merchandise.
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TTSM brings together students that are considering or actively pursuing a career in teaching Mathematics and Science, with the purpose of creating a place where future educators are able to form a community and build both personal and professional relationships, preparing members for a career in education by providing opportunities to develop leadership and the skills required for the profession and utilizing our passion for education by motivating disadvantaged high school students in their studies, and encouraging them to pursue a college degree following graduation.
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Track Club at UCR is an organization of dedicated runners united by a passion for training, improving, and competing together at a competitive level. Our mission is to provide a structured, supportive, and organized environment for athletes aspiring to continue their cross country and track careers competitively.
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The mission of the University of California, Riverside TRiO Scholars Program is to promote the academic, social, personal, and professional success of all our students by building a strong sense of community and drawing on resources both within and outside the program. We strive to provide students with tools and support to succeed and excel at UC Riverside and beyond. TRiO programs have a rich history dating back to 1964, and continue to open the door of opportunity and access to higher education for eligible students across the country regardless of race, ethnicity, or culture. The TRiO Scholars Program, also known as Student Support Services (SSS) is a federally funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education to improve the retention and graduation rates of first-generation and income –qualified students and students with disabilities at UC Riverside.
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Turning Point USA has embarked on a mission to build the most organized, active, and powerful conservative grassroots activist network on college campuses across the country. With a presence on over 3,500 campuses, Turning Point USA is the largest and fastest-growing youth organization in America.
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Easy Steps: “SIGN IN” and select “JOIN” to subscribe. GET MESSAGES ABOUT FREE FOOD ACROSS CAMPUS! Live text/email alerts throughout the day Campus-wide locations Includes ready-to-eat meals, snacks and fresh produce FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: What kind of messages are sent out? When various campus groups have extra food to share. Who can subscribe to these messages? Any UCR student (both undergrad and grad), staff, or faculty. Why/how is this a thing? After tuition, books, housing and other necessities are paid for, affording nutritious foods can be a struggle. People have enough to deal with, being hungry shouldn’t be one of them. Nutrition affects your performance. Feed your body and mind. This helps reduce campus-wide food waste by ensuring food ends up in bellies and not dumpsters. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: On-campus emergency food resource for students: rpantry.ucr.edu Learn how to get money for food from CalFresh: basicneeds.ucr.edu/calfresh How to secure life’s basic necessities: basicneeds.ucr.edu
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UCR Undergraduate Admissions is committed to providing you with the highest level of service. We serve prospective students, their families, and educators, and enroll a highly diverse and academically accomplished student body.
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At the UCR Brain Game Center , we strive to improve your brain’s fitness. We research, test, and disseminate evidence-based, scientifically optimized brain fitness games that assist you in real life with memory, vision, hearing, learning, and more. Located at Olmsted Hall Room 127 & 130
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Track Your Steps & Win Awesome prizes ! 100,000 steps: GO T-shirt 250,000 steps: GO jump rope 500,000 steps: GO water bottle 750,000 steps: GO tote 1,000,000 steps: Free personal training session 5,000,000 steps: Entry into a Pedometer Watch raffle
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UCR is taking an integrated and comprehensive approach to elevate health and well-being at UCR. UCR’s Healthy Campus has formed partnerships with staff, faculty, students and the surrounding community to develop, implement, and institutionalize policies and environments essential for sustainable behavior change, making the healthy choice the easy choice. Student Org Competition Application: http://ucriverside.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8pGEOy9VhZzkqrP STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES Project Grants Volunteering Internships Part Time Employment SUBCOMMITTEES Built Environment Physical Activity Mental Health Healthy Eating/Nutrition Preventative Health Metrics Culture Change Substance Use & Addiction Marketing & Communication
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WHO ARE WE: The UCR Library is a place where students find information, do research, and study. There are two libraries on campus, the Tomás Rivera Library and the Orbach Science Library. WHAT YOU CAN DO AT (OR THROUGH) THE UCR LIBRARY: Reserve a study room Borrow laptops for free and use it for up to 24 hours Access fun books and magazines at ucr.overdrive.com (or through the Libby app). Get research help (get ideas, resources on your topic, and more) Find course reserves (an alternative to buying textbooks) See more things you can do here: 10 Things to do at the UCR Library EVENTS: We host free workshops and meetups every quarter for UCR students, faculty, and staff on a variety of topics. See what current workshops we have on Highlander Link and RSVP on our Eventbrite page at ucrlibrary.eventbrite.com . We also hold exhibits you can view in Special Collections & University Archives .
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Visit us at the SRC and let fit happen to you! UCR’s newly expanded Student Recreation Center (SRC) is bigger and better than ever — and it’s all yours! As a registered UCR student, you are automatically a member of this on-campus, 155,000-square-foot facility. 21,000-square-foot weight area : Includes 9 Olympic platforms 100 cardio machines: With Internet and virtual courses Fitness classes: Zumba, yoga, TRX and cycling offered daily 237,000-gallon pool : Lap swimming, lessons and scuba Drop-in: Basketball, volleyball and badminton Intramural sports and clubs : Soccer, softball and flag-football Recreation classes : Including martial arts, dance and bagpipes "The Rock" : 32-foot climbing wall and 12 ½- foot bouldering area
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UC Riverside Student Health 101 wellness magazine: eating well, managing stress, relationships, workouts and more. Student Health 101™, Published monthly by College Health Services, LLC © 2013 by College Health Services, LLC. All rights reserved. Distribution or reproduction without permission is strictly prohibited. Subscriptions are free to qualified subscribers. For distribution and subscripti on inquiries, contact College Health Services, LLC, at ucr@readsh101.com. Your college, university, or insurance provider is distributing Student Health 101 to inform students about important health issues. Your college, university, or insurance provider is not responsible for the content or opinions expressed in this publication. Student Health 101 is for your information only. Maintaining your health includes knowing when to seek professional guidance. Student Health 101 is not intended to be a substitute for your personal health care provider’s professional medical advice, diagnosis, or for appropriate professional treatment. Each individual has unique needs, and only your health care provider has the ability to assess your needs firsthand. Always seek the advice of your health care provider regarding any questions you may have with respect to a medical condition. If your health care provider’s advice conflicts with information in this publication, always follow your health care provider’s recommendations. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read in Student Health 101. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your health care provider or 911 immediately. The physicians and other professionals who have written or reviewed this publication do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned in Student Health 101. Reliance on any information provided in Student Health 101
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The purpose(s) of this organization shall be to promote South Asian Cultural awareness to a cultural dance which originated from Gujarat. This team will strive to compete at competitions throughout the nation. By doing so, people of all ethnicities will be brought together in the process of working towards our goals of winning competitions. We aim to have practices five times a week to maintain unity amongst the team.
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Ultimate Frisbee Club at UCR It’s not just for dogs. Come On Out! -We play every Tuesday and Thursday from 8-10pm at the Field next to lot 26. - You haven’t played before!? No problem, the club is open to players of all skill levels, from brand new player, to UFA prodigy and everything in between. -We are looking to get more people to learn and enjoy the game of Ultimate Frisbee, and improve our skills while we are at it. What We Do. -Practice/pickup games every Tuesday and Thursday from 8-10pm -Enter tournaments and compete in leagues such as Lei-Out, St. Pat’s Hat, Trouble in Vegas, and Beach, Winter, and Summer Leagues. -Also starting a USA Ultimate college team to compete in the official college division and play other schools such as Cal Poly Pomona, UC Davis, Cal, UC Irvine, etc. (some time in the future) And Why!? -It isn’t called Ultimate just so it sounds cool. This game combines the stamina and running of soccer , the quick feet and agility of football , the defense and hops of basketball , and the smarts and foresight of baseball . It truly is the Ultimate sport! -We play to better ourselves as athletes and stay in shape. We have fun doing it, and it is a great way to meet people at UCR! Undergrads play, graduate students play, post-doctorates play, and even professors! Contact Us! -Follow our Instagram and join the linked group me to get notifications and updates. -Find us and other clubs on Highlander Link: highlanderlink.ucr.edu There you can officially join clubs, sign waivers, and see what events various clubs are hosting.
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Uncensored America is a youth-driven free speech organization dedicated to hosting honest and fun conversations with controversial figures to fight censorship and cancel culture. Our goal is to create a free speech culture to make America free and fun again.
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https://youtu.be/lrKHAd1YrVk Undergraduate Business Association is dedicated to creating a strong and evergrowing network of professional connections as a vehicle to spread our passion for business and advance the professional goals of our members. UBA is committed to providing business and leadership education and spreading information about the different fields of business.
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The Undergraduate Chemistry Journal and Publication Club aims to prepare students for research through an emphasis on literature search and comprehension. Club meetings involve reading literature, presenting papers, and discussing intradepartmental publications. Although the club is targeted towards students interested in chemical research and graduate school, the club is open to all UCR students across all disciplines.
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Undergraduate Education provides students and instructors with resources that promote academic excellence and student success. The Office of Undergraduate Education serves as the central administration for a number of organizational units across campus.
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The Undergraduate Research Club (URC) at the University of California, Riverside is dedicated to fostering a culture of inquiry, discovery, and innovation among undergraduate students across all academic disciplines. URC provides a platform for students to explore research opportunities, develop professional skills, and engage with faculty mentors through workshops, collaborative projects, and educational events. Our mission is to make research more accessible by connecting students to the tools, resources, and networks they need to succeed whether they are new to research or already involved in a lab or project. Through partnerships with departments, student organizations, and professional institutions, URC promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and helps students share their findings through presentations, publications, and conferences. URC strives to uphold integrity, inclusivity, and ethical conduct in all scholarly activities while inspiring a new generation of researchers to apply their knowledge for the betterment of the academic and local community.
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Underground Scholars Initiative (USI) was created to support all prospective and current UC Riverside students who have been formerly incarcerated and/or system impacted to create a safe space and provide opportunities for success at the University and within the community. It is to further the development of the Prison-to-School pipeline by supporting students impacted by imprisonment, incarceration, detainment, etc. The organization strives to help previously and/or currently incarcerated individuals transition into the UC system culture through resources, peer counseling to help students and their families find alternatives to incarceration with the empowerment of higher education.
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The purpose of this club is to spread awareness of the Middle Eastern penury and persecution. This organization will fight poverty through specific programs that provide humanitarian assistance for people in need. We achieve our goal through our fundraiser events we host every year like Arabian Nights, Winter Wonderland, and many others. These events help us to gain funds necessary for the certain causes we donate to at that time. For example, our Arabian Nights event usually gathers around 500 people and last year it helped us to raise thousands of dollars for a community center that houses special needs/the elderly in Egypt. We welcome any and all supporters of every background that would like to help us with this great cause!
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United Health Pathways provides members with comprehensive guidance, resources, and opportunities to pursue medical licensing and healthcare certifications such as CPT, EMT, and CNA. Our organization connects students with local hospitals and healthcare institutions to help them secure externships, internships, shadowing experiences, clinical hours, and employment opportunities. Additionally, we are committed to inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals by engaging in outreach programs with local K–12 students to spark their interest in the medical field. Through workshops, study groups, and networking events, UHP promotes both professional and personal growth while fostering collaboration among students who share a passion for healthcare careers.
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UNICEF @ UCR is a club that will advocate for the protection of children's rights and will uphold these values through community service, fundraising to support UNICEF’s aid programs, and spreading awareness on a local and global level.