Student-led Clubs and Organizations

Join the Anime Club and dive into the world of anime with fellow fans! Share storytelling and the culture of fantasy stories. Expect to view and discuss anime genre films while also getting involved in some cultural activities that will occur off campus. Come share your passion and make every meeting a new adventure!

• President: Ryan Cantwell (ryan.cantwell@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Lei Valer (lei.valer@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: David Chavez (david.chavez@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Brian Goss (brian.goss@slu.edu)

The Asian Culture Club (ACC) aims to celebrate the diverse and unique cultures that span Asia. It provides a space for Asian students of different upbringings and backgrounds to discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with being Asian in today's age. Furthermore, the club spreads awareness about the diverse community of Asians at SLU-Madrid by being open to members coming from non-Asian backgrounds by allowing them to learn about the unique lives of Asians through cultural discussions, cuisine, and cultural events that will allow members to experience a multi-faceted approach to the diverse culture that permeates throughout Asia. 

• President: Namita Chawla (namita.chawla@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Reagan Tran (reagan.tran@slu.edu)
• Public outreach coordinator: Carlota Álvarez (carlota.alvarez@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Denise Soriano (denise.soriano@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Viki Villarreal (victoria.villarreal@slu.edu)

B/EECC aims to introduce students to Balkan and Eastern European cultures through hands-on workshops in arts, crafts, dance and food. By offering creative experiences like traditional painting, dance classes, and potlucks, we immerse students in the rich cultural heritage of the region. The club fosters a positive community of cultural exchange, welcoming those with ancestry from the Balkans and Eastern Europe, as well as those interested in learning more about these vibrant cultures.

• President and treasurer: Lilla Orbán (lilla.orban@slu.edu)
• Publicity manager: Axelia Meissner (axelia.meissner@slu.edu)
• Advisors: Olivia Badoi (olivia.badoi@slu.edu)

The Beach Volleyball Club aims to connect students by creating opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, meet new people and play beach volleyball. The goal is to foster a community of people who share a love for the sport, friends and fun. All skill levels are welcome and encouraged to join.

• President: Britton Francis (britton.francis@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Nicholas Passaro (nicholas.passaro@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Liy Rowe (lily.rowe@slu.edu)
• Advisor: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu)

The Black and African Student Union works on both celebrating and educating the SLU community about Black culture, including an understanding of its struggles.

• President: Natasha Wambui (natasha.wambui@slu.edu)
• Treasurer and events coordinator: Gabi Roque (gabi.roque@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Sharrad Belin (sharrad.belin@slu.edu)

We make bocadillos (sandwiches) and distribute them among people who are unhoused in the city center. But the sandwich is only a pretext; our main goal is to give them the dignity they deserve by sitting with them and listening as we share our life stories.

• President: Abby Globokar (abby.globokar@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Katelyn Berry (katelyn.berry@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Office of Student Life (studentlife-madrid@slu.edu)

The Climbing Club organizes indoor and outdoor climbing activities around Madrid. It's a great way to connect with the community through nature and recreational activities while learning more about rock climbing. Anyone is welcome to join, and we hope to see you soon!

• President: Shayia Malu Ermeti (cole.cook@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Giulia Doria (giulia.doriamartinezalvesdearaujo@slu.edu)
• Advisor: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu)

The Community Garden Club aims to help students gain new gardening skills, foster community-building, and cultivate a garden. Gardening is beneficial for mental health, and we welcome all members to join us! 

• Co-presidents: Mackenzie O'Leary (mackenzie.oleary@slu.edu) and Isabel Sillers (isabel.sillers@slu.edu)
• Vice president and treasurer: Rose Johnson (rose.e.johnson@slu.edu)
• Secretary: Aydalet Ramirez (aydalet.racmirez@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Mónica Pérez-Bedmar (monica.perezbedmar.1@slu.edu)

The goal of the Convivium Club is to cultivate creativity on campus by hosting art and open mic contests as well as magazine creation and "Art in the Park" events. Convivium is a club that works diligently to support each student in their creative endeavors. 

• President: Nico Hartnett (nicole.hartnett@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Lana Clevinger (lclevinger@slu.edu )
• Creative designers: Denise Soriano (denise.soriano@slu.edu) and Isabella Shin (ishin01@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Sabine Gillelen (sabine.gillelen@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Timothy Day Ryan (timothy.day@slu.edu)

The Dance Club is an inclusive dance community at SLU-Madrid. Primary activities will include dance classes and workshops, and social dance events in "salas de baile" around Madrid. This club is a great way for students to meet new people who enjoy dancing, experience dance culture in Spain, and promote fitness and well-being.  

• President and treasurer: Ilinca Ignat (ana.ignat@slu.edu)
• Advisor: María Jesús Peces-Barba (mariajesus.pecesbarba@slu.edu)

The Engineering and Computer Science Club aims to allow STEM students to bring topics and ideas from lectures to the real world via student-led projects. 

• President: Josie Furr (josephine.furr@slu.edu)
• Co-vice-presidents: Esteban Archambault (esteban.archambault@slu.edu) and Abdelmajid Amara (abdelmajid.amara@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Asma Yaiche (asma.yaiche@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Charles El Mir (charles.elmir@slu.edu)

An initiative for a better tomorrow. An organization for the true citizens of Earth who want to create a better place to live in. "It's better to make our planet 'Earth' worth living rather than searching for some other in the Cosmos."

• Co-presidents: Isabel Sillers (isabel.sillers@slu.edu) and Mackenzie O'Leary (mackenzie.oleary@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Aydalet Ramirez (aydalet.ramirez@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Mónica Pérez Bedmar (monica.perezbedmar.1@slu.edu)

The Fencing Club provides both visiting and permanent students with the opportunity to practice fencing at all levels, from beginner to official competition, working with highly qualified trainers and coaches at established fencing institutions in Madrid.

• President and treasurer: Kyle Sidwell (kyle.sidwell@slu.edu)
• Advisor: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu)

The game club is a fun, casual, and inclusive space for all students, whether you are into video games, card games, board games or just curious. We host tournaments, casual game events and discussions to connect, compete and build a friendly community on campus. Everyone's welcome.

• President: Yasmine Mohamed Khouna (yasmine.mohamedkhouna@slu.edu)
• Vice president and events coordinator: Ava Araneta (ava.araneta@slu.edu)
• Public outreach coordinator: Ro Basabe (ro.basabe@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Julia Evdokimov (julia.evdokimov@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Shawn Redwood (shawn.redwood@slu.edu)

Are you passionate about business, eager to learn, and ready to connect with like-minded peers? Welcome to the Global Business Club (GBC) at SLU-Madrid, a vibrant and inclusive community designed to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit, sharpen your financial acumen, and expand your network. Whether you're a seasoned business student or simply curious about the world of commerce, GBC offers a dynamic platform to explore, engage and excel.

• President: Alexander Hilliard (alexander.hilliard@slu.edu)
• Vice president: De'Von France (devon.france@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Gianna Sparks (gianna.kohlenbergersparks@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Gonzalo Moreno (gonzalo.moreno@slu.edu)

The Gourmet Club connects people with a common interest of fine cooking and discovering and trying new flavors. We meet to cook and try fine dishes from around the world.

• President: Madeleine Turney (madeleine.turney@slu.edu)
• Vice president and communications officer: Ilinca Ignat (ana.ignat@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Grace Miclot (grace.miclot@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Hamish Binns (hamish.binns@slu.edu)

The History Club aims to provide a space on campus for students who have a passion for the subjects of history and humanities to converse and share ideas while promoting academic enrichment.

• President: Adela Corral Jaramillo (adela.corral@slu.edu) 
• Advisor: Bradley Mollman (bradley.mollmann@slu.edu)

The Human Rights Club brings together students and faculty interested in human rights history, theory and practice. Every semester, we organize a series of activities, including (but not limited to) documentary/movie screenings, discussions, debates, awareness activities and volunteer opportunities.

• President: Caroline Fields (caroline.fields@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Katelyn Berry (katelyn.berry@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Hannah Goodwin (hannah.goodwin@slu.edu)
• Social media manager: Rose Johnson (rose.e.johnson@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Neville Li (neville.li@slu.edu)

The Improv Club aims to provide a safe space for members to experiment with their artistic expression and dramatic interpretation through "Open Swim" Improv sessions and occasional public performances.

• President and treasurer: Noella Conner (noella.conner@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Eloy Gómez (eloy.gomez@slu.edu)

To showcase Latine culture by creating a safe space for students to feel welcomed, offering educational opportunities for students of other nationalities to learn about Latine cultures, and providing a culturally accepting ambiance for the SLU-Madrid community.

• President: Mica Olsen Suarez (micaela.olsensuarez@slu.edu)
• Communications officer: Maddi Alegria (maddi.alegria@slu.edu)
• Events coordinators: Ava Baldwin (ava.e.baldwin@slu.edu) and David Chavez (david.chavez@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Octavio Novoa (octavio.novoa@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Carla Aparicio Gallardo (carla.apariciogallardo@slu.edu)

The Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) Club aims to provide Arab students at SLU-Madrid with a sense of cultural community and allow them to share and provide insight into the Arab culture to non-Arabs through participation in cultural traditions. Members of the MENA Club also organize aid to help Arab communities in need. 

• President: Raelyn Butler (raelyn.butler@slu.edu)
• Communications director: Ro Basabe (ro.basabe@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Julia Evdokimov (julia.evdokimov@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Daniel Blanch (daniel.blanch@slu.edu)

The NewSLU allows students to share their ideas, collect articles and opinion pieces, and promote student experiences while learning about the journalistic process.

• Editor-in-chief: Thea Uhl (thea.uhl@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Dale Fuchs (dale.fuchs@slu.edu) 

The Photo Club helps spread creativity on campus by allowing students to express themselves through photography. Along with creating a community of expression, members of the Photo Club participate in individual and group photography sessions throughout various neighborhoods within Madrid.  

• Co-presidents: Kyle Sidwell (kyle.sidwell@slu.edu) and Alex Guillen (alexander.guillen@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Kyle Sidwell (kyle.sidwell@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Luana Fischer (luana.fischer@slu.edu)

The Political Affairs Club is dedicated to fostering understanding among students on today's most pressing political issues. We are a community driven by a shared interest in civic engagement while providing guidance for students to become better global citizens.

• President: Sarai Cardenas (sarai.cardenas@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Amelia Ayulo (amelia.ayulo@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Vilma Vélez (vilmadelmar.velez@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Marco da Costa (marcoantonio.dacosta@slu.edu)

The Pride Club is a space to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community at SLU-Madrid through various events and activities designed to promote pride, education and support for the queer community on campus and beyond. All students are invited to learn, grow and support the community in a safe, welcoming environment. 

• President: Britney Saras Felix (britney.saras@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Alex Mulder (alex.mulder@slu.edu)
• Social media manager: Gabriela Rittley (gabriela.rittley@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Melanie Mitchell (melanie.mitchell@slu.edu)

The Psychology Club is a space for students to explore psychological concepts through movie screenings, workshops, psychological discussions and more! Whether you're a psychology major or just curious, join us to exchange ideas and connect with others interested in the human mind!

• President: Michaela Monterola (michaela.monterola@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Selin Stark (selinmarie.stark@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Renata Lenise Sarmento (renatalenise.sarmento@slu.edu)

The Running Club provides a platform to practice your favorite sport in Madrid! It's a great way to connect with other SLU-Madrid students and the rest of the community through indoor and outdoor races. Anyone is welcome to join, regardless of having any previous running experience or not. We hope to see you soon!

• President and treasurer: Devon Villarreal (devon.villareal@slu.edu)
• Advisor: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu)

Madrid isn't really a concrete jungle. Explore the greener, and lesser-known, side of the province through the Sierra Club.

• President and treasurer: Ella Goodyear (ella.goodyear@slu.edu)
• Advisor: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu)

The Student Government Association (SGA) works to improve the overall college experience for all students at SLU-Madrid. We listen to students and represent them.

• President: Carlos Lindo (carlos.lindo@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Reagan Tran (reagan.tran@slu.edu)
• Communications: Ilinca Ignat (ana.ignat@slu.edu)
• Club coordinator and public relations manager: Gianna Kohlenberger-Sparks (gianna.kohlenbergersparks@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Mariangel Lugo (mariangel.lugo@slu.edu)

Students select these representatives through a campus-wide election in the spring semester of each academic year.

If you want to share your ideas or concerns with SGA leaders, contact us at sgamadrid@slu.edu or fill out the suggestion form.

The Tennis Club offers you the opportunity to continue practicing your favorite sport! Through exercise, outdoor activities, and practices to gain more experience, with occasional friendly matches, it is the ultimate way to meet new friends and stay connected.

• President: Anna Sheppard (anna.sheppard@slu.edu)
• Co-president: Robinson J.D. Paniagua (robinson.diazpaniagua@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Kaley Bruce (kaely.bruce@slu.edu)
• Social media manager: Ashley Bruce (ashley.m.bruce@slu.edu)
• Advisor: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu) 

Theslufeminist is dedicated to empowering women's ideas and accomplishments through education and service. By staying up to date with gender-related news, being active in women-centered initiatives, and normalizing the existence of female excellence, the club encourages gender equality in every sense of the term. Students of all gender identities are invited to explore intersectional feminism by joining us.

• President: Hannah Goodwin (hannah.goodwin@slu.edu)
• Vice presidents: Josefine Marty-Mcauliff (josefine.martymcauliff@slu.edu) and Tenatic González Hernández (tenatic.hernandez@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Meaghan O'Connell (meaghan.oconnell@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Anne Dewey (anne.dewey@slu.edu)

The Yoga Club aims to provide a stress-relieving environment to promote meditation and lower anxiety to improve mental health.

• President: Isabella Campos (isabella.campos@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Loretta Cantrell (loretta.cantrell@slu.edu)
• Advisor: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu)

At the Young Author's Club, we're all about writers—whether you're scripting the next hit series or crafting the newest bestselling novel, this club is a safe space for writers who love to create! We offer workshops, author events, and exciting sessions to exchange ideas with other authors. Join us to unleash your creativity and be a part of a new generation of storytellers!

• President: Kaylee Galindo (kaylee.galindo@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Jose Antonio Casanueva (josa.casanuevaguerra@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Timothy Day (timothy.day@slu.edu)