Academics and Faith in Action
A vital part of any learning experience is the practical application of classroom theory. There are a wide variety of student-led clubs available at
Franciscan University. Participating in a club can yield many tools beneficial to leadership development as well as professional and personal
success.
Madalen McManamon, Club Coordinator
740-283-6454 | [email protected]
Student Life Clubs: 2026 – 27
THE BARONETTES DANCE TEAM
The purpose of The Baronettes women’s dance team, is to create a supportive environment where dancers of all backgrounds can thrive, grow, and
promote community. We will perform at Midnight madness, basketball half times and other athletic events.
For more information, contact the Baronettes Dance Team at [email protected]
BARON PEP BAND
The purpose of “Baron Pep Band” is to promote spirit and pride on the Franciscan University campus. We work to establish fraternity among our
members and the student Body while cultivating solid integrity, leadership, responsibility, and teamwork.
With Christ at the center of our endeavors, we continuously work to develop Christian character. This dynamic musical group provides an
energy-driving atmosphere for Baron Fans.
For more information, contact the Baron Pep Band at [email protected]
BOARD GAME CLUB
The purpose of the Franciscan University BGC is to provide an opportunity to play strategic board games in a friendly but competitive atmosphere
where the members may meet new friends and learn about the concepts of strategic gaming.
This association seeks to accomplish this by scheduling many opportunities to play different board games, including a few lengthy sessions per
semester. The goal of this association is to build stronger community and to develop the mind through the art of strategy.
For more information, contact the Board Game Club at
[email protected].
BUILDING BRIDGES CLUB
The purpose of Building Bridges is to advocate for, and promote the destruction of the stigma surrounding, individuals with disabilities,
both on campus and in our society. The club aims to create an environment for individuals with disabilities free from stigmatization, judgement, or
condescension, where students can be themselves, and express their differences.
We also aim to influence the environment of campus to be more accepting and understanding of students’ differences, and to advocate for students to
receive the accommodations and modifications they need in order to be successful.
For more information, contact the Breaking Barriers Club at [email protected]
BYZANTINE CLUB
The mission of FUS Byzantine Club is to represent the Byzantine Rite of the Catholic Church at Franciscan University and to bring its richness to
all Franciscan students. We host prayer services in Christ the King Chapel along with monthly Divine Liturgy, the Eucharistic celebration of the
Byzantine Rite – our Mass!
FUS Byzantine Club also welcomes speakers from Byzantine and Eastern Catholic communities across the nation. Our club’s patron is Blessed Theodore
Romzha, a 20th century bishop-martyr who died defending the Byzantine Catholic Church from communist oppression in Eastern Europe. Membership is
available to all students regardless of their ritualistic tradition.
For more information, please contact the FUS Byzantine Club at [email protected]
CALLED TO BE SAINTS
The mission of Called to Be Saints is to learn from the lives of the saints and apply their examples, virtues, and wisdom to our own lives,
inspiring us to grow closer to Christ, discover our vocation, and ultimately become saints ourselves.
Called to Be Saints will be a co-ed Catholic student club centered on learning about the lives of the saints and applying their examples to
everyday life. Rather than simply learning facts about the saints, members will reflect on their struggles, virtues, vocations, and relationships
with Christ and consider how their examples can help us live more fully for Our Lord.
For more information, contact Called to be Saints at [email protected]
THE CHESS CLUB
The purpose of The Chess Club is to bring students together to play competitive chess in a tournament style, thus students will be given the
opportunity to expand their chess knowledge and skills.
For more information, contact The Chess Club at
[email protected].
CHESTERTON SOCIETY
The Chesterton Society provides opportunities for a deepening of faith through exploration of Chesterton’s literary ideas with his books and
worldview. The society hosts notable Chesterton scholars and speakers and sponsors screenings of EWTN’s Saints and Scoundrels, The Golden Key,
Father Brown Mysteries.
For more information, contact the Chesterton Society at [email protected]
CLASSICS SOCIETY
The goal of the Classics Society is to foster the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty—and ultimately wisdom—through the study of the
ancient classics, enhance the appreciation of the classics and to foster fun and good friendships among classicists.
Examples of some activities are Latin lunches, group readings of the ancient classics in English, Latin and Greek, and social gatherings to
celebrate events which are significant in the classical tradition and to promote camaraderie.
For more information, contact the Classics Society at [email protected]
FILIPINOS FOR CHRIST
The primary focus and mission of Filipinos for Christ is to enhance, nourish and support the Filipino American Community at Franciscan
University by means of the two pillars of our Catholic Faith and our Filipino Culture.
It is our sincere desire to grow in our appreciation and love for our heritage while also growing deeper in our relationship with Christ and one
another. We plan to accomplish this mission through various cultural and faith-based activities/events throughout the semester.
For more information, contact the Filipinos for Christ Club at
[email protected]
FIRST GENERATION STUDENTS CLUB
The purpose of the First Generation Students Club is to create a welcoming and communal environment for first generation students. Our aim is to
bring students together who share common ‘first-generation’ experiences, perspectives, and goals. We plan to host movie nights, game nights, study
sessions, and get togethers.
For more information, contact the
First Generation Students Club at [email protected]
FRANCISCAN DANCE CLUB
The purpose of The Franciscan Dance Club is to provide aspiring Franciscan dancers and nondancers with a place to express themselves through the art
of dance and explore various new styles in a fun, laidback, stress-free environment. Attendance is highly encouraged for all meetings in order for
members to become more well-rounded dancers.
For more information, contact the Franciscan Dance Club at [email protected]
GERMAN CLUB
The German Club is an organization that promotes the value of learning a second language, specifically German, and of appreciating aspects of the
culture of the German-speaking countries.
For more information, contact the German Club at [email protected]
G-6 PRODUCTIONS
The purpose of G6 Productions is to give all students the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in maintaining their Christian identity in
the filmmaking industry, and to create films in one semester, through a hands-on environment with cameras, set pieces, lighting equipment, editing
software, etc.
The organization is meant to help students understand the process of making a film, while also helping to facilitate the creation of the most
professional film possible, through other students’ experiences.
For more information, contact G-6 Productions at [email protected]
IRISH DANCE CLUB
The purpose of the Franciscan Irish Dance Club is to promote a deeper appreciation for Irish culture, to cultivate new friendships, and to glorify
God through dance. The club is a way for students to become more familiar with Irish culture, to learn both traditional and nontraditional dances,
and to also get a thorough workout.
For more information, contact the Irish Dance Club at [email protected]
JUVENTUTEM CLUB
The goal of Juventutem Club is to provide for interested students an opportunity to learn more about the rich liturgical heritage of the Catholic
Church. This group is a local chapter of the international organization “Juventutem Foederatio Internationalis.”
Juventutem is a movement of young Roman Catholics between the ages of 18 and 35 who are devoted to the Extraordinary Form of the Mass. Juventutem
seeks to foster among its members a love for the Latin Mass, to strengthen relationships between its members and to assist them in developing their
faith.
For more information, contact the Juventutem Club at [email protected]
KNITTING CLUB – CRAFTING FOR CHRIST
The goal of the Knitting Club is to foster a welcoming and relaxing community for men and women who knit and crochet.
As a group, we strive to enrich the community with our work, through helping others, fostering an importance for craft, and developing friendships
with each other. We hope to share our experiences and to learn new techniques from each other, making teaching and sharing an integral part of our
club. We aim to be generous in donating our time and projects to those in need.
Lastly, we strive to integrate knitting and crochet into fun, productive meetings and events, decided by the interests of the group, which will bear
fruit for the community and ourselves.
For more information, contact the Knitting Club at [email protected]
LANGUAGE LEARNING CLUB
The purpose of the Language Learning Club (LLC) is to encourage students to learn and enjoy foreign languages. The club will accomplish this by
means of various activities in the Language Learning Center.
These activities such as Foreign language board games; Social activities/parties focused on a particular language or culture; Activities to raise
awareness about the importance of studying languages; Outreach to foreign students for social activities; and Hosting movie nights of foreign films.
For more information, contact the Language Learning Club at
[email protected]
LATINOS FOR CHRIST
Students in Latinos for Christ promote the unique blend of Hispanic and Catholic culture on campus through social and spiritual activities that
demonstrate the diversity of the Catholic Church.
For more information, contact Latinos for Christ at [email protected]
LEGO CLUB
The purpose of the Lego club is to promote creativity, problem solving, and community via building with Lego. The club strives to create an environment where members can openly share their joy and ideas through the medium of Lego.
For more information, contact Lego Club at [email protected]
LIFE RUNNERS
The purpose of the Franciscan University of Steubenville Life Runners is to pray and run/walk as a team until we cross the finish line that ends
abortion. We run as a prayer: to build endurance, awareness, and charity believing in the dignity of all human life from conception to natural
death.
For more information, contact the Franciscan University of Steubenville Life Runners at
[email protected]
MAGDALA MINISTRIES – FUS CHAPTER
The purpose of Magdala is to accompany women in the journey towards healing from addiction to pornography, masturbation, and other sexual
addictions. These addictions are not just a “guy problem” and the need for women’s accompaniment has gone sorely unmet, and that’s why we’re here.
Magdala exists as a space where women can find hope, healing, and freedom alongside each other from sexual addiction. Our goal is to supply women
with structured support, community in small group, and one-on-one accountability. We want to offer every woman who joins Magdala the chance not
just to recover, but to heal.
For more information, contact Magdala Ministries at [email protected]
MILITIA IMMACULATA
The Militia of the Immaculata was created by Saint Maximilian Kolbe to promote total consecration to the Blessed Virgin Mary of the purpose of
spiritual renewal for individuals and society. Through Mary, we will attain the ultimate purpose of the Militia of the Immaculata: the greatest
possible glory of God. The Franciscan University chapter of the Militia Immaculata (MI) seeks to remain in conformity with the goals of the
worldwide MI and in contact with the national office of the MI.
For more information, contact Militia Immaculate at [email protected]
MUSICAL THEATRE TROUPE
The purpose of the Franciscan University Musical Theatre Troupe is to provide an outlet for students to participate in all aspects of the production
of a musical from acting to directing and everything in between.
For more information, contact the Franciscan University Musical Theatre Troupe at
[email protected]
MUSIC DISCOVERY CLUB
The purpose of the Music Discovery Club is to foster companionship among students through a shared love of music. The primary focus of the club is
to have students share music they themselves have created either in a live, acoustic setting or as a recorded demo.
If a member does not have his/her own music to share, the person can share songs he/she enjoys from any online music service such as Spotify,
BandCamp, Soundcloud, etc. After the presentation of any song, a critical and uplifting discussion will follow.
This showcase event will be an opportunity for students to share music they are passionate about and learn about other students’ interests.
For more information, contact the Music Discovery Club at [email protected]
OUTDOORS CLUB
The mission of the Franciscan University Outdoors Club is to foster a greater awareness of God’s earthly creation and to promote student bonding
through recreational activities including skiing, snowboarding, and paintballing.
For more information, contact the Outdoors Club at [email protected]
SPECIALTY COFFEE CLUB
For more information, contact the Specialty Coffee Club [email protected]
ST. CECILIA’S KARAOKE CLUB
The mission and purpose of St. Cecilia’s Karaoke Club is to promote an environment of genuine fun and community. We will be planning fun events
where individuals are given the opportunity to use their God-given talent of singing with the intention of spreading joy to the hearts of the
students at the Franciscan University of Steubenville.
For more information, contact the St. Cecilia’s Karaoke Club at
[email protected]
ST. VITUS SOCIAL DANCE CLUB
The club encourages students to come together as brothers and sisters in Christ under the guidance of the Holy Family and Saint Vitus, patron saint
of dance, in the form of dancing. The dancing will include but not be limited to: waltz and other ballroom dances, swing, line and folk.
For more information, contact the St. Vitus Social Dance Club at
[email protected]
SOCIETY OF THE PERSONAL ORDINARIATE CLUB
The purpose of The Society of the Personal Ordinariate, is to preserve the English patrimony of the Roman Catholic Church as outlined in
Anglicanorum Coetibus. We will meet twice a month to pray Evensong, once said and once chanted.
Every now and then the Society with sponsor a talk on some aspects of the Ordinariate’s mission and founding as a whole.
For more information, contact the Society of the Personal Ordinariate at
[email protected]
STUDENT GOVERNMENT
Franciscan University Student Government represents students’ needs, concerns, and ideas to the administration body. It is made up of the executive
staff, student senate, and justices. Elections for executive and senate positions are held in the spring.
For more information, contact Student Government at [email protected]
STUDENTS FOR LIFE
Students for Life is a student-run organization that seeks to promote a greater respect for the dignity of all human life, from the moment of
conception to a natural death. Members of the organization do this by means of prayer, education, and action together in order to bring about
conversion of hearts and minds in themselves, the Church, the nation, and the world.
For more information, contact Students for Life at [email protected]
THE HOLY FOOLS JOURNAL
The purpose of “The Holy Fool”, is to This journal publishes literary works from FUS students on a bi-monthly basis, giving young writers the
opportunity show case their skills and inspire their colleagues. Articles include poetry, philosophical essays, Satire, theological exegesis,
Comics, and Debates (Pro/Con).
TOLKIEN SOCIETY
The purpose of the Tolkien Society is to further the study of the works of J.R.R. Tolkien and to spread his spirituality to Franciscan University.
The Society facilitates discussions focused on the works and writings of J.R.R. Tolkien.
For more information, contact the Tolkien Society at [email protected]
TURNING POINT USA
Turning Point USA at Franciscan University of Steubenville’s mission is to educate students about the importance of fiscal responsibility, free
markets, and capitalism through innovative campus activism and non-partisan, thought-provoking discussion. The club is affiliated with Turning Point
USA.
For more information, contact [email protected]
VERITAS SOCIETY
The mission of the Veritas Society is the promotion of intellectual exchange and endeavor among students at Franciscan University, encouraging
members to grow in their understanding of, and appreciation for, a Catholic Christian worldview, and in their ability to explicate and defend it.
Our activities include organizing regular philosophy-culture seminars and the organizing of other talks, dialogues, and debates.
For more information, contact the Veritas Society at [email protected]
VERSO L’ALTO HIKING CLUB
The purpose of the hiking club is to invite students into a more restful sabbath. As the Lord calls us to rest, we find that hiking done in the form
of a pilgrimage, can raise our conversations, thoughts, and hearts to God.
We believe like so many of the saints that to be outside in nature our hearts can commune with God through the beauty of his creation. Inspired by
the life of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, we embrace his motto Verso L’Alto, To the Heights.
For more information, contact the Verso L’Alto Hiking Club at [email protected]
WOMEN IN STEM
Women in STEM is an academic club that promotes community and professional
development among women in the STEM majors. We host fun STEM-based activities to
improve teambuilding and creativity along with socials to promote community.
Additionally, we hold professional talks and workshops to equip our students to go out into
the workplace. Men are also welcome if they support women in the STEM field.
YOUNG AMERICANS FOR FREEDOM
The mission of the Franciscan Young Americans for Freedom is to foster the growth of students as conscientious citizens with a focus on defending
the United States Constitution in a manner consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church. It seeks to do so through intellectual activities
as well as issue advocacy.
For more information, contact Franciscan Young Americans for Freedom at [email protected]
Student Life Club Athletic Teams
For more information about Athletic Clubs, please contact Alexis Basil at
[email protected]
FENCING CLUB
The Franciscan University Fencing Club strives to foster a supportive environment in which to practice the art of fencing. The club provides
equipment and is open to all students interested in fencing, from experienced veterans to newcomers. As fencers members of the club learn their own
strengths and weaknesses and think critically by analyzing themselves and their opponents.
For more information, contact the Fencing Club at [email protected]
MEN’S ULTIMATE CLUB
The mission of the Franciscan University Ultimate Club is to develop the ultimate skills and character of those involved through practices, games,
scrimmages, and tournaments. The fundamental goal of the club is to give the individual men an opportunity to develop as a player, a person, and a
teammate.
For more information, contact the Franciscan University Ultimate Club at [email protected]
MEN’S VOLLEYBALL CLUB
The mission of the Franciscan University Men’s Volleyball Club is to further develop the skills and character of the men involved. The club will do
this through practices, games, scrimmages, and tournaments and requiring that all members follow club rules on and off the field.
For more information, contact the Men’s Volleyball Club at [email protected]
WOMEN’S FLAG FOOTBALL CLUB
The Franciscan University Women’s Flag Football mission is to be the light and love of Christ in all that we do. As joyful disciples on and off the
field we strive to build up in sport, in faith, and in character each individual for the sake of the person, the team, and for the greater glory of
God.
For more information, contact their coach, Connor Arlia, at [email protected]
WOMEN’S ULTIMATE CLUB
The mission of the Franciscan University Women’s Ultimate Club (Franciscan Fire) is to develop and improve one’s overall ultimate skill and to grow
in sisterhood as teammates and friends.
For more information, contact the Women’s Ultimate Club at [email protected]
ROUNDNET CLUB
The purpose of this Club is to provide an opportunity for Franciscan University Students to learn and play the sport of Roundnet in a friendly and
competitive environment. Our goals are to set up open campus wide tournaments to promote our club as well as the sport of Roundnet to anyone who is
interested. We also plan to represent Franciscan University at other college campuses during tournaments. We will equip members with all they need
to be a successful Roundnet Player.
For more information, contact the Roundnet Club at [email protected]