Campus Clubs, Organizations, Greek Life, and Intramural Sports

AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENT SOCIAL WORK ORGANIZATION
African American Student Social Work Association: The African American Social Work Student Association (AASSWA) is a student group composed of graduate and undergraduate social work students. The members of the organization have committed themselves collectively to the interest of improving social conditions and developing an awareness of the African American individual lifestyle, the African American family, and the African American community. The student group also provides academic and other supportive services to its fellow students enrolled in the department. Contact; Wanda McIntosh. Phone: 559.278.6485
Email Address: wandam@csufresno.edu

BLACK FACULTY AND STAFF ASSOCIATION (BFSA)
The Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA) aspires to create a campus climate that is inviting, nurturing, and hospitable. It is dedicated to establishing a proactive environment that is supportive of the recruitment and retention of Black faculty, staff and students. It promotes programs that lead to the better understanding and teaching of Black students. Decision-making and accountability are shared, creating an environment that is vital, challenging, rewarding, and enjoyable. The Association makes a difference – it enriches the lives of the campus community.

BLACK STUDENT UNITED (BSU)
(May, 2006) California State University, Fresno, Black Students United was created to promote culture awareness amongst people of the African Diaspora. The African Diaspora includes Black people from all parts of the world such as Africa, Caribbean, West Indies, and America. Black Students United is open to people of all ethnicities. We focus on informing students, faculty/staff, and the community about the history and current concerns of people of the African Diaspora. We sponsor educational, social, and community activities that allow students to socially network, explore new experiences, and enjoy college. Email: fresnostatebsu@aol.com

BLACK STUDENTS UNITED *DANCE XPRESS*
Black Students United presents *Dance Xpress* as and outlet for Success. *Dance Xpress*, as a Dance Club, focuses on bringing a group of Talented students together to support, and represent California State University, Fresno positively. By maintaining suitable grade point averages, getting involved with the community and school, and xpressing life through the Art of Dance, *Dance Xpress* will point College as an immediate essential to the Adult Transition.

THE FRESNO STATE GOSPEL CHOIR
The Fresno State Gospel Choir was formed in the 1970s to introduce performances of a variety of inspirational songs reflecting the African American cultural experience. Open to all students, staff, faculty, and community members, the choir includes a diverse group of believers from different ethnic, racial, cultural, and national backgrounds. Participation is required through rehearsals, activities, programs, and field trips. Contact: Pam Tate Email: Hhhh_90@hotmail.com

POETRY JAM
An eclectic evening of poetry, music, and sheer entertainment. An excellent opportunity for novice and experience poets alike to read their work. Designed to provide a place for self expression, critical thinking and artistic value while promoting cultural diversity, awareness of the importance of honoring each others' race, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation.
Email: pmoore@blackstudentsunited.net

UNITED STUDENT PRIDE
http://www.csufresno.edu/studentorgs/usp/
United Student Pride Center at Fresno State is a diverse, open and inclusive environment for the entire university community. United Student Pride provides programming, networking and resources intended to raise awareness and to educate students of diverse backgrounds about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and related issues. The United Student Pride in the Women’s Resource Center.
Phone: 559.278.4435. Email: unitedstudentpride@gmail.com

S.P.E.A.K
Students Providing Empowerment, Advocacy & Knowledge. Students demonstrate prevention and intervention of various forms of violence against women through theater presentations. Contact: Georgianna Negron Phone: 559.278.5696. Email: preternatural@csufresno.edu

SISTAH 2 SISTAH
Black women’s discussion group where issues are discussed and support and encouragement is provided. Students, faculty, and staff are welcomed. Sistah 2 Sistah meets in the Women’s Resource Center during the semester on Thursday’s from 12 - 1:15 PM.
Phone: 559.278.4435. Email: unitedstudentpride@gmail.com

GREEK LIFE
The Greek community at Fresno State has over 800 men and women in 38 single-sex Greek-letter fraternities and sororities. Greek life provides students with a variety of opportunities in leadership, social events and educational programs. Your experiences in the Greek community will help prepare you for life, including developing leadership skills, receiving academic support, and establishing enduring friendships.

FRATERNITIES

• Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
• Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity
• Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity

SORORITIES

• Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
• Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
• Zeta Phi Beta Sorority

For a complete list of student organizations contact: Student Activities and Leadership Development /University Student Union, Room 306 /5280 N. Jackson M/S SU36 / 559.278.2741

For information about Fresno State fraternities or sororities contact: Eddie Dominguez, eddominguez@csufresno.edu / 559.278.2741

INTRAMURAL SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES

• Coed Basketball
• Drop-In Soccer
• Flag Football
• Racquetball
• Soccer
• Team Tennis
• Volleyball

For more information call 278-2526 or 278-4038 or visit the IM office in NG 109