Student Clubs

Associated Students of College of Marin (ASCOM) and clubs at the College of Marin (COM) are student-initiated and run. Involvement outside of the classroom provides opportunities to develop valuable leadership skills, explore areas of interest and passion, and prepare students for transfer to a four-year institution or future career opportunities.  Students learn effective communication skills, cross-cultural experiences across populations, working with others, and making friends.

Interclub Council

The Inter-Club Council (ICC) is a student-run organization that oversees the work and progress of student clubs on Campus and is also an auxiliary committee of ASCOM for this matter. ICC is an open floor for student clubs to be able to collaborate, share ideas, and discuss any other student interest-related topics together as a team during the ICC Meetings, in which each student club is represented by an ICC representative who has been elected. ICC aims to serve as a bridge for ASCOM, Clubs, and the student body to have the opportunity to build a community, advocate for students, and improve social life on Campus.

A club's ICC representative would attend all ICC meetings and provide club updates and feedback, as well as bring back any information from the meeting back to their fellow club officers.

Student Clubs

*Please note that, according to the bylaws, student clubs that register in the fall semester will remain in good standing through spring semester. ALL student clubs become inactive at the end of the spring semester and must be reactivated the following semester by submitting a new and updated club membership roster.

There are various student clubs at COM, including those that focus on academics, transferring to a college or university, careers, culture/diversity, honor societies, and special interest topics.  

How to START a Club

STEP 1: Have at least six currently-registered COM students with a minimum 2.0 GPA as members. 

STEP 2: Officers must have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA and be currently enrolled in 5 credit units. 

STEP 3: Have an advisor who is a COM employee (faculty or staff member).  Provide your prospective Advisor with a copy of the Advisor Responsibilities document for review.

STEP 4: Create a Club Constitution.

STEP 5: Fill out a Club Membership Roster and meet with an Office of Student Activities and Advocacy representative to confirm that all paperwork is complete. 

STEP 6: Fill out Meeting Agenda Item Request form to be put on the ASCOM Student Government agenda to be officially approved and recognized.

STEP 7: Attend a club orientation meeting held by SAA to go over expectations, funding, and general club processes.

How to RENEW your Club

STEP 1: Have at least six currently-registered COM students with a minimum 2.0 GPA as members. 

STEP 2:  Officers must have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA and be currently enrolled in 5 credit units

STEP 3: Have an advisor who is a COM employee (faculty or staff member). 

STEP 4: Review and edit your Club Constitution, if needed.

STEP 5: Submit a completed Club Membership Roster and Constitution to the Office of Student Activities and Advocacy by the end of the first full month in each semester. 

STEP 6: Attend a club orientation meeting held by SAA to go over expectations, funding, and general club processes.

Current Clubs

Clubs listed as inactive have not renewed their membership for the current semester. If you are interested in renewing an inactive club, please see the instructions above and reach out to the respective club advisor. 

Academic Honors

Alpha Gamma Sigma (Active)
Foster, promote, maintain, and recognize scholarship and educational attainments among students at California community colleges, while encouraging cultural, social, and enrichment experiences.
Contact: Andrea Wang (Advisor) and Luna Finlayson (Advisor)

Arts and Entertainment

Art and Design Club (Inactive)
To create an inclusive space where art students and creative people can form a community and have access to resources and materials.
Contact: Kevin Muller - Advisor

Classic Films Club (Active)
Creates an on-campus community to watch older classic films from the 1920s-1960s.
Contact: Dr. Jonathan Eldridge (Advisor) & Melanie Palomino (Advisor)

Funky Jams Club (Inactive)
To establish an inclusive musical community.
Contact: Trevor Bjorklund - Advisor

Drama Club (Inactive)
Promote appreciation for live theater, see live performances and publicity, and gratitude for the COM Drama Program and performances.
Contact: Erin McBride Africa - Advisor

Film Club (Active)
Bringing together a group of people who share an interest in film and cinema for events, activities, etc.
Contact: Kate Brown - Advisor

Music Club (Inactive)
To create a space where musicians at COM can learn from each other, collaborate, rehearse, and give/receive feedback. 
Contact: Laura Wiebe (Advisor) and Tyler Graves (Advisor)

Script Slayers (Inactive)
Provide theatre-related activities and department projects for the student body.
Contact: Dr. Lisa Morse - Advisor

Cultural/Ethnic/Population Specific Interest

Four Directions (Native American Indian Alliance) (Active)
Support and preservation of traditional culture as well as support for the Native student community.
Contact: Edwardo Madril - Advisor

Heritage of Asia & the Pacific (HAP) (Active)
To provide representation on campus for students and staff of Asian Pacific Islander and Desi American heritage, a safe space to celebrate our cultures or discuss issues, as well as a connection point for our community to access resources for professional or personal success.
Contact: Mark Zerrudo - Advisor

International Club (Active)
Aims to promote awareness of international and national cultures, encourage cultural exchange and brings people together from different backgrounds. The club aims to build a strong sense of community and friendships. 
Contact: Brier Welch - Advisor

Latino Student Union (Inactive)
Dedicated to creating a welcoming and empowering space for Latinx students. Our mission is to foster a strong sense of community, provide academic support, and amplify Latinx voices both on campus and beyond. We strive to celebrate our diverse cultural identities while promoting social justice and equity for Latinx communities. For example, Community Building, Academic Engagement, Event Participation, Activism/ Advocacy, and Cultural Celebration.
Contact: Hugo Guillen (Advisor) & Ismael Lara (Advisor)

LGBTQ+ Club (Active)
Aims to provide a safe and affirming social space for all queer and trans students at College of Marin.
Contact: Daria Rego (Advisor) and Felicita Norris (Advisor)

Middle Eastern North Africa (MENA) Club (Inactive)
Aims to build community, help foster connections within the community, host events related to shared holidays and surrounding our culture. 
Contact: Omar Ricks (Advisor) & Ismael Rey Lara (Advisor)

Muslim Student Association (Active)
Strives to build unity through diversity and education. They aim to provide programs for people of all backgrounds, level of knowledge, and piety to learn and meet with other Muslims both on and off campus. They aim to create a community to bring Muslims alike together.
Contact: Gina Longo - Advisor

Puente (Active)
A community building club/learning community that help students form a strong community at COM, as well as offer additional help with transferring. 
Contact: Lauren Servais

Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (Active)
Aim to create a way for Student-Athletes and the athletic administration to advance in all of the interest and needs that are needed for all athletic programs at College Of Marin. This will also be a club to support the campus through outreach events that will have a primary focus on the partnership with College of Marin athletics. 
Contact: Diamond Alexander (Advisor) and Ryan Byrne (Advisor)

Umoja (Academic based)
An African American Interest Learning Community tied to academic success, graduation, and transfer.
Contact: Troy Stevenson

Environmental

Audubon Nature Conservation Club (Active)
Their mission is to bring students together to explore, enjoy, and protect the natural world. Through hikes, guided nature walks, and environmental projects, they aim to cultivate friendships, build career connections, and deepen their understanding of nature while caring for it.
Contact: Wendy St. John - Advisor

Anthropology Club (Inactive)
To bring people with a love of Anthropology together so we can learn& have fun discussions about recent finds and discoveries in the many different fields of Anthropology,
Contact: Jessica Park (Advisor) and Lisa Schwappach (Advisor)

Environmental Action Club (Active)
Aims to increase the environmental awareness of COM students and works to build a more sustainable campus and community.
Contact: Joe Mueller - Advisor

Environmental Hiking Club (Active)
For students who love the outdoors and want to help keep our trails clean! The aim is to bring students together to explore nature and protect our environment.
Contact: William Coley (Advisor) and Zoe Anderson (Advisor)

Geology Club (Inactive)
Introduce topics in geology to students who are not conventionally versed in such topics. This will be achieved with interactive projects, activities, and experiments.
Contact: Steven Newton - Advisor

Sustainability Club (Active)
Continue building the butterfly garden. Learn to weed, water, and plant to improve the garden. Educate and promote sustainable practices to peers.
Contact: Fernando Agudelo-Silva - Advisor

The Naturalist Club (Inactive)
Explore and become educated on our natural ecology. 
Contact: Joe Mueller - Advisor

Health  

Student Nurses Association (Active)
SNA aims to create a supportive and enriching environment for aspiring nurses at COM, with a focus on academic excellence, professional development, community engagement, and peer support.
Contact: Lyza Myers MSN, RN - Advisor

Political and Social Action

Abortion Rights Club (Inactive)
To help people more easily access abortions. To create a community around abortion at COM, in Marin, CA, and beyond.
Contact: Susan Rahman - Advisor

COMmon Good Club (Active)
A student-led group dedicated to promoting constitutional rights, having informed political discussions, and defending educational freedom.
Contact: Paul Cheney (Advisor) and Sarah Frye (Advisor)

Model United Nations Club (MUN) (Inactive)
To prepare students to attend Model U.N. conferences, where we join students from all over the world to debate international issues and work together on resolutions to make the world a better place. 
Contact: Ian Sethre - Advisor

Students for Social Justice (Inactive)
Works to create an atmosphere of equity at the College of Marin and our community by tackling social injustice both locally and globally.
Contact: Susan Rahman - Advisor

Philosophy Club (Inactive)
To discuss and debate philosophical concepts and opinions.
Contact: John Marmysz - Advisor

Political Discussion Club (Inactive)
Foster open, respectful discourse on political issues, promoting critical thinking and diverse perspectives.
Contact: Paul Cheney - Advisor

Professional and Workforce Development

American Chemical Society (ACS) Student Chapter (Active)
For those interested in learning about and exploring chemistry to meet, share, and seek opportunities.
Contact: Scott Serafin - Advisor

Architecture Enthusiasts Club (Active)
To provide students with opportunities and support with their pursuit of Architecture.
Contact: Elisabeth Doerman (Advisor) and Marco Hyman-Romero (Advisor)

Computer Science Club (Active)
Collaborate on group coding projects to gain experience with coding and teamwork.
Contact: Jeff Yates - Advisor

Data Science Club (Inactive)
A community where Data Science projects can be worked on as a team, knowledge can be shared, and discussions can take place.
Contact: David Everitt - Advisor

Economics Club (Active)
Their purpose is to meet and discuss current economic events, as well as help students in Economics succeed academically.
Contact: Hector Saez - Advisor

Engineering Club (Active)
Provide opportunities to work on projects and attend events related to engineering for all interested students.
Contact: David Everitt - Advisor

Entrepreneurs' Club (Inactive)
Foster an environment where aspiring entrepeneurs can collaborate, learn, and grow. We aim to provide collaborative opportunities, practical experiences, and insights from successful entrepeneurs.
Contact: Timothy Wat - Advisor

Journalism Club (Inactive)
Aim to set up a student paper which promotes advocacy/investigates issues that matter to COM students.
Contact: Colleen Mihal - Advisor

Physics Club (Active)
A space for students to explore physics by building projects, running experiments, and working together in a collaborative environment.
Contact: David Everitt - Advisor

Political Economy Club (Inactive)
To discuss current political economic trends and speak to experts in the field.
Contact: Hector Saez - Advisor

Students Want to Know Club (Inactive)
To motivate and solidify interest in majors.
Contact: Ian Sethre - Advisor

Transfer Club (Active)
Aims to help COM students with the transfer process by providing community resources and support.
Contact: Mark Zerrudo - Advisor

Recreational

Badminton Club (Inactive)
Play and learn badminton, all welcome.
Contact: Scott Serafin - Advisor

Cycling Club (Inactive)
To build a community around cycling at COM. 
Contact: Emily Fox - Advisor

Chess Club (Inactive)
Dedicated to creating a welcmonig space for chess enthusiasts of all skill levels to learn, play, and grow. Through friendly competition, collaborative learning, and regular events, we aim to promote critical thinking, sportsmanship, and love for the game.
Contact: Allyson Martinez - Advisor

Hiking Club (Inactive)
To promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness through connection with nature. To create a thriving community among students with similar interests and common purposes who enjoy spending time outdoors exploring beautiful Marin County and surroundings.
Contact: Aylin Atilgan Relyea - Advisor

Lifters Society (Inactive)
This is a great group to connect with fellow peers about physical fitness and personal development. The club will foster a culture of mutual support and progress tracking.
Contact: Hien D. Nguyen - Advisor

Smiles & Miles Running Club (Active)
The purpose is to create a supporting and welcoming space for students to connect through running, build healthy habits, and strengthen campus community. We aim to encourage participation, friendship, and personal growth by making running fun, accessible, and non-competitive.
Contact: Emily Gable - Advisor

Support

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