Academic Student Organizations and Activities
- Actuarial Science Club aids actuarial science majors to be successful during and after college.
- American Marketing Association (AMA) hosts events to help students learn to market themselves, network and strengthen their business skills.
- Bulls and Bears Club provides portfolio management skills and professional growth
through engaging workshops, a student-led investment fund, and networking opportunities. - Cardinal Fit is a free program designed to help you identify your presonal health and fitness goals and develop a plan to reach them with guidance from a student majoring in exercise science.
- Cardinal Sports Medicine Club is a club any undergrad student interested in sports medicine professions can join and participate in activities designed for educational and social development.
- Center for Financial Literacy aims to empower individuals to make healthy financial decisions through necessary financial education. The Center runs programs for NCC students, local high schools, and community organizations.
- Design Agency equips emerging leaders with human-centered design and innovation skills so they can build careers of purpose and impact.
- Design for America is a community-engaged learning practicum course (ARTD195) similar to a real-life creative agency to develop independent art and design projects
- DEV131 is a co-curricular organization for students interested in computing.
- Ed Rising provides monthly professional development and wellness-focused events for undergraduate education majors.
- Enactus is a faculty-student-partner collaboration that focuses on direct trade, relationship-based social enterprises. Activities include hands-on projects and a national competition.
- Golden Apple Scholars is a scholarship program for aspiring educators that focuses on building skills and inspiring teachers.
- Green Scene aims to promote sustainability, environmental awareness, and community at NCC through community-building activities, advocacy, and fun, educational events.
- Hand Therapy Group enhances entry-level occupational therapy practitioner preparedness for outpatient specialized hand clinics through occupation-centered, evidence-based training and fieldwork preparation.
- HEXA (Health and Exercise Association) promotes health and wellness on campus and is open to students interested in health and exercise.
- History Club brings students together to explore the past through events and activities. This club works to create connections among history enthusiasts on campus.
- La Malinche provides free multilingual service to NCC and community organizations with the aim of making a positive impact on society, building partnerships and empowering students with professional bilingual skills.
- Math Club is open to anyone with an interest in mathematics, promoting community-building and scholarly activity.
- Mock Trial Team invites students to compete, travel free, win awards and scholarships, make friends, and gain unforgettable experiences while sharpening public speaking. (Beginner-friendly and open to all majors).
- NCC IEEE Student Branch in the NCC Chapter of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers fosters technical innovation, networking, and professional growth through events, projects, and collaboration among engineering students.
- NCC ORBIT is an astronomy club encouraging curiosity about the universe through engaging activities, collaborative events, and a shared passion for astronomy and the culture of space exploration.
- Neuroscience Club aims to spread knowledge across campus and enhance the experience of neuroscience majors through various events.
- Nutrition Club is a student-led organization that promotes campus-wide participation in nutrition-related activities, dedicated to building a healthier community, which values nutrition as a key factor in holistic well-being. Our organization aims to empower students with the knowledge, skills and inspiration to make informed and mindful choices about their nutrition.
- Pre-Health Organization is a community for students pursuing health-related careers with skills clinics, guest speakers, leadership opportunities, mentorship, volunteer experiences, and more.
- Pre-PA Club supports students pursuing the physician assistant profession through volunteering, informational talks, hands-on skills, and graduate school preparation.
- Project LEAD (Leaders in Education Advocating for Diversity) is a State of Illinois initiative to diversify the educator pipeline, and focuses on equity and access in schools and communities through a variety of activities.
- Psychology Club connects students of all majors with psychological ideas through self-care events, career guidance, and improving mental health awareness on campus.
- Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) NCC students with at least three years until graduation are eligible to apply for Army ROTC or Air Force ROTC for training to become a U.S. military officer.
- S.T.A.R STEM, Teamwork, Assembly, and Resources offers STEM academic support, unique connections and collaborations, and an empowering community for academic and professional growth.
- Shimer Student Organization fosters curiosity and scholarly spirit through Thursday lunches and events.
- Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), the nation’s largest Hispanic STEM association, provides training, mentorship, and programming to support student and professional members in a vibrant, inclusive community.
- SportxNC helps NCC students in sports management network, develop skills, discuss trends, gain leadership experience, and volunteer for hands-on industry experience.
- Student Accounting Society is dedicated to informing students about the CPA exam, fosters connections with peers and professionals, and offers opportunities to meet firms and recruiters.
- Student Members of the American Chemical Society (SMACS) hosts educational and fun events that bring together chemistry majors and enthusiasts.