All student organizations of Dominican College operate under the auspices of the Student Government Association. Each club must have an advisor. His/her general responsibility is to advise the members and to serve as a resource person. Activities and student functions are approved through the Student Activities Office and the Director of Student Activities.
AITP- Association of Information Technology Professionals (Computer Information Systems and Management Information Systems Majors)
AQUIN PLAYERS- Drama Society which perform a Spring Musical in the Spring Semester. Some of their productions include last year’s Fame, Annie, Dames at Sea, Pippin’, Grease, The Wiz, Footloose, and many more. Auditions will be held in December. Other group activities such as trips to Broadway and drama workshops are scheduled in the Fall semester in preparation for the Spring Musical Production.
AUBADE- The Dominican College yearbook is published every year and distributed to graduating seniors the fall after graduation to include commencement pictures. It is also available for purchase. Members of the yearbook staff participate in all college events as photographers. All layouts are created by the staff with the help of the moderator and the Yearbook Company Staff.
BIOLOGY CLUB- The Biology Club plans informational sessions and trips regarding Biology and science topics. This club also hosts guest speakers and MCAT information sessions.
CAMPUS MINISTRY- This organization is involved with outreach programs, retreats, and memorial services around campus. Campus Ministry has held services for 9/11, Pope John Paul II, and many others. They also are involved in an Interfaith Service held before Commencement and the Commencement Mass. Every year they also sponsor Blood Drives.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE CLUB- The Criminal Justice Club seeks to broaden its members’ understanding and familiarity with the three major components of the criminal justice system--police, courts, and corrections--by organizing and conducting seminars, demonstrations, field trips, and sponsoring guest speakers and presentations by different law enforcement agencies.
COSA- The Council of Student Activities works directly with Director of Student Activities and the Student Government Association in planning major events for the entire college community. Some of their past events include Comedy Night, Psychic Fair (for entertainment purposes only), Parties, Spirit Week, and Movie Nights.
DEBATING SOCIETY- a co-curricular student organization dedicated to the advancement of reasoned discourse in public life. The club provides students a positive, nurturing forum in which to develop critical thinking skills and effective communication skills as well as leadership and social enrichment opportunities. Membership in the Society also provides students on a voluntary basis the chance to compete in intercollegiate debating tournaments as part of the Public Forum Debate League. At its most basic level, the Society is designed to be a leader of academic excellence on campus as well as to provide enrichment to the college experience for all who become members of the team.
DC Chorus- The Chorus is under the direction of Dr. Jack Gremli and has performed at Holiday Lunches for the Faculty, Staff, and Administrators of the College. They also performed last year in the Nanuet Mall for the community and held a Spring Recital. This coming year, they will perform at special events throughout the College and at some Basketball games.
DC Press- The DC Press is the college newspaper. Last semester 3 editions were printed in the Spring Semester. Students write the stories and include advice columns, events, pictures, upcoming events, and also include creative works.
DULCE- Dominican Unites Latinos for Cultural Education is the college’s multi-cultural group. Every year DULCE sponsors an International Week to celebrate over 30 different countries and their cultures. Throughout the year, DULCE celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month, Italian-American Heritage Month, German-American Day, Native-American Month, African-American History Month, Women’s History Month, Irish- American Heritage Month, the Chinese New Year, many Jewish holidays, and many other cultural holidays. DULCE also sponsors trips to cultural locations and museums and hold an Annual Latin Dance in October.
FBA- The Freshman Board of Activities is the only club exclusive to a class. This club is a “Freshmen Only” club led by a faculty moderator and a student moderator, usually a Peer Advisor. They plan events for the Freshman Class to make sure they feel comfortable and enjoy their time at Dominican. In this club, Freshmen will have hands-on training on planning and implementing events and activities on the college level.
PSYCHOLOGY CLUB- A club where Psychology majors can get together and put together events and activities regarding the Psychology. All other majors are welcomed as well.
ROTARACT CLUB- This groups works closely with Campus Ministry in creating opportunities for community service. Some of their service projects include food, coat, toy, and blanket drives, Relay for Life, a marathon to raise money for the American Cancer Society, Cranes for Peace, and other service projects and volunteer efforts throughout the year.
SAAC- Student Athletic Advisory Committee
Student athletes come together under SAAC to provide social activities and educational programs to the student athletes throughout the year. Students are also encouraged to address any issues and concerns that may arise as student athletes. Students for SAAC are selected by their coaches.
SNADC- The Student Nursing Association of Dominican College is where all the nursing majors come together. They plan their Fall Social, help with the Health Fair, attend workshops, and plan their Pinning Ceremony at the end of the year.
SOCIAL WORK CLUB- Most members are Social Work majors but other majors are welcomed. The SW Club come together to plan events that involve them with the community and social problems. They also plan a Social Work Community Day and attend workshops.
SOCS- Social Organization for Commuting Students
This club is exclusive to commuters as a resource for commuters and a support system. The goal of this club is to make each commuter aware of the college’s resources and activities accessible to them as students at Dominican College.
SOTA- Student Occupational Therapy Association- OT Students
STEP- Stepping into Tomorrow with Extreme Power is the Step team of the college. They practice 3-4 times a week under the direction of their team captains in preparation for several performances throughout the year, such as the Talent Show, Pep Rally, Basketball Games, Christmas Dinner, and Springfest. They also sponsor trips to see other STEP teams perform and compete. The STEP team is required to adhere to their practice and workout schedules, as well as maintain good academic and overall standing with the college.