Through Nov. 20-21, clubs had their annual Fall Club Fair during lunch in the quad. Clubs across campus set up vibrant banners and offered snacks to attract potential members, showcasing their unique missions and activities.
STEM and Competitions
STEM-focused clubs highlighted their dedication to competitions and community building. Science Olympiad, a prominent STEM-based club on campus, provides students with hands-on learning experiences and opportunities to compete across California.
“I manage all the operations of the club. We teach our students and we help [them] participate in competitions all across California and further their interest in STEM. Students join our club because we offer so many pathways that you can pursue in science. We’re not just people who take tests and study, we prioritize building a sense of community and family. We have our own sweaters [which we] wear,” said Science Olympiad Club Co-President Raghav Sreekumar (25’).
Clubs Supporting Global Causes
Some clubs also offer volunteer opportunities and focus on making a positive impact globally. Amador Valley’s Kids Against Hunger club is a part of the Bay Area Kids Against Hunger nonprofit organization; the volunteer-based organization works to alleviate hunger in underserved countries.
“We hold events where we pack meals for hungry kids in different countries such as Haiti. We offer volunteering hours and educate our community on how we can give back. Bringing so many people together to make so many packages is something I’m really proud of… In one meeting we packaged about eleven thousand meals. This year, we want to expand our club and have many people come to our events,” said Kids Against Hunger Secretary Isabel Jung (25’).
Crafting for a Cause
The Crochet and Knitting Club combines creativity with philanthropy, donating handmade items to support those in need. Last year, the club donated blankets to the Gentiva Hospice Center, and they have plans to expand their efforts this winter.
“The officers before me wanted to create a space to teach students at this school how to crochet … that’s how this club was formed….We would probably expand to [making] hats or mittens or anything for the winter season which we could potentially give to a shelter…I’m most excited for our booth at the Winter Carnival because we’re going to have a ring-toss game where you can win holiday-themed plushies. We’re displaying a lot of the things we’re working on, so I think that can appeal to people at our school,” said Crochet and Knitting Club President Isabel Lim (26’).
