Student & University Organizations
Whatever your particular interests or needs, you can find a campus activity or organization that will provide not just fun and fellowship but also opportunities to hone your professional and leadership skills. Joining a campus club or organization can help you prepare for life after college or simply provide a great way to relax and recharge. As they look back on their college years, alumni often say that some of their most rewarding experiences came from their participation in co-curricular activities.
So take a look at the list that follows, choose one (or several) activities and become involved! And remember to let the Office of Marketing and Public Affairs know what your organization is doing. The staff there can help with publicity and regularly reports news of campus activities to the press, radio, and television.
Students interested in forming new organizations should contact the coordinator of student activities or the president of the Student Government for assistance. Student Government approval is necessary for official recognition and funding assistance. To be eligible to run for office in any campus organization, students must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.3. They will be requested to withdraw from office at the end of any semester in which their semester grade point average falls below 2.0.
University Organizations
University Organizations are student run groups that are directly sponsored by the University and are branches of the Office of Student Engagement. Members and leaders of these groups are either voted in by the student body or hired through an application and interview process by Student Engagement. University Organizations are not held to the approval of the Student Senate.
Interfraternal Council (IFC)
The Interfraternal Council (IFC) provides leadership for five fraternities and three sororities and coordinates many social events for all Lawrence Tech students. At the beginning of each semester, an informal rush event provides information to prospective members. You can email IFC at ifc@ltu.edu.
National Pan-Hellenic Council (SPAM)
The National Pan-Hellenic Council, Incorporated (NPHC) is composed of nine international Greek letter Sororities and Fraternities: Alpha Kappa Alpha Soroity, Inc.; Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.; Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.; Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.; Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.; Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.; Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.; and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. The LTU NPHC governs the four historically black fraternities and sororities on campus. The NPHC at Lawrence Tech was chartered December 1, 2010. The charter members are Pi Delta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and the Nu Nu Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. NPHC promotes interaction amongsts its member organizations through forums and meetings and engages in cooperative programs and initiatives through various activities and functions. For more information, please email nphc@ltu.edu.
Student Government
The Lawrence Tech Student Government is recognized by the University administration as the official representative for the entire student body. It offers the opportunity for students to better themselves and their University through involvement in campus activities. Every student is extended an invitation to attend the many campus activities sponsored and supported by the Student Government. Student Government business is conducted bi weekly. All interested students are encouraged to attend meetings and express their views. Contact the Student Government through the Office of Student Engagement. The Student Government actively endorses all Lawrence Tech clubs and organizations that are beneficial to personal and scholastic achievement. The Student Government is composed of three interacting branches working in cooperation with each other. They are the Student Administration, the Student Senate, and various committees. The Student Administration consists of a president, vice president, treasurer, and secretary, who are elected in a spring campus-wide election. Various committee chairmen are appointed by the president and approved by the Senate. Students become eligible to be members of a Student Government committee by simply attending the meetings. Members of the Student Senate include official representatives from each recognized student organization and four senators-at-large. Senators are the only voting members at Student Government meetings. All business concerning the Student Government is brought before the Student Senate for approval. The Student Government recognizes four standing committees: Elections Committee, Honors and Awards Committee, Publications Committee, Innovation Showcase Committee.
Students Planning Activities Monthly (SPAM)
SPAM, or Students Planning Activities Monthly, is the official programming board for Lawrence Tech. SPAM coordinates activities that enhance and enrich the quality of student life by addressing the needs and interests of its diverse student body. Unlike a normal student organization, SPAM is a university sponsored group that is a branch of the Office of Student Engagement, a division of Student Affairs. SPAM is comprised of three Executive Board members and fourteen staff members. All members are hired as employees of SPAM and receive a stipend each semester for their hard work and dedication. To get involved, contact the Director of Student Engagement at 248.204.4106 or email stuevent@ltu.edu. Monthly event information is available at http://ltuspam.org/.
Active Student Clubs & Organizations
The number of student clubs and organizations varies each year depending on student interest. At a moderately sized university like Lawrence Tech you don't have to “wait in line” to become involved. Students interested in starting a club based on a hobby, career interest, or for any other purpose should contact the Office of Student Engagement at 248.204.4105 or email stuevent@ltu.edu.
Listed below are the student and professional organizations:
Alternative Energy Student Group (AESG)
American Chemical Society (ACS)
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)
American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS)
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
Architectural Engineering Institute (AEI)
Artists' Guild
Autonomous Vehilcles and Robotic Systems Student Committee
Black Student Union (BSU)
Blue Devil Development
Chaldean-American Students Association (CASA)
Chess Club
Circle K International
Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization (CEO)
Cru @ LTU
D.E.M.I. (Dance Evolution Motivating Individuals
Hua Xia Association
Indian Student Association
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)
Interior Architecture Student Organization (IASO)
Life Science Association
LTU Bike Crew
LTU Concrete Canoe and Steel Bridge
Math Club
Muslim Student Association (MSA)
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) )
National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
OUT! At LTU With Friends
Saudi Student Union
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
SAE Aero Design
SAE Formula Hybrid
SAE Formula One
Society of Dramatic Arts (SODA)
Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME)
Society of Physics Students
Greek Fraternities
Alpha Sigma Phi
Phi Beta Sigma
Phi Kappa Upsilon
Sigma Phi Epsilon
Sigma Pi
Theta Tau
Greek Sororities
Alpha Kappa Alpha
Chi Omega Rho
Delta Phi Epsilon
Delta Tau Sigma
Zeta Phi Beta
Alternative Energy Student Group (AESG)
The AESG’s purpose is to provide students with a medium whereby they can apply their educational studies to real-world applications of alternative energy technologies. AESG seeks to increase the student body’s awareness and knowledge of alternative energy technologies on campus and encourages students to remember the significance of sustainable energy as they embark upon their professional careers.
American Chemical Society (ACS)
The award-winning ACS student chapter is active in providing educational services to the local scientific community and to Lawrence Tech students. The chapter schedules lectures by prominent scientists to which it invites not only Lawrence Tech students and faculty but also students and staff from other local universities, colleges, high schools, and research laboratories. ACS also sponsors field trips to chemical plants and laboratories.
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)
AIAA’s mission is to address the professional needs and interests of the past, current,and future aerospace workforce and to advance the state of aerospace science,engineering, technology, operations, and policy to benefit our global society.
American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS)
The Lawrence Tech chapter of this national student professional organization is sponsored by the Detroit chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA). Members arrange lectures by prominent people in the world of architecture, urban planning, and the environment; organize trips to architecturally important cities; sponsor design competitions; arrange tours of architectural projects; and sponsor social activities for architecture students. Members have the opportunity to serve on local and national committees of the AIA and attend seminars and conventions. Members are provided with economical blueprint services and special prices on lectures, trips, and other activities.
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
The ASCE student chapter promotes student involvement in the civil engineering profession by offering a wide variety of technical, professional, and social activities, such as field trips, technical speaker sessions, and local professional meetings to assist students in achieving career goals. The intercollegiate concrete canoe, steel bridge, and timber bridge competitions are annual activities of the chapter. In the last four years, the steel-bridge team has qualified for national competition by placing first among regional universities in Michigan and Ohio. The chapter has developed a strong K-12 education outreach program that promotes careers in civil engineering and has received national recognition and awards for general chapter activities, community service, and faculty advising. The chapter encourages participation by all levels of civil engineering students, from freshmen to graduate students.
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
ASHRAE advances the arts and sciences of heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, and refrigerating to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world. Open to all students.
Architectural Engineering Institute (AEI)
AEI works to improve comradery between those majoring in Architecural Engineering and all those interested in the combination of Architecture and Engineering. I.E. sustainability, alternative energy, etc.
Artists' Guild
The Artists’ Guild is a student-led interdisciplinary group that meets on campus weekly. The organization is open to poets and fiction writers, photographers, artists, and anyone interested in the arts. Besides editing Prism, the annual arts journal devoted to the work of the students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Lawrence Tech, Artists’ Guild members also organize and participate in on- and off-campus events in the metro Detroit region, including film viewings, museum tours, public readings, and social outings.
Autonomous Vehicles and Robotic Systems Student Committee
The group was created to increase the technical knowledge of student members through research and design projects, meetings, speakers and tours, provide a forum to discuss industry issues and trends, creating opportunities to network with faculty and industry professionals, and promote AUVSI membership.
Black Student Union (BSU)
The purpose of this organization is to promote understanding and good relations among black students and the Lawrence Technological University community; stimulate among students an awareness of the political, economic, and social forces affecting black people; and develop and promote the awareness and appreciation of black heritage.
Blue Devil Development
Blue Devil Development is a group of students who are interested in technology and video game development.
Cru @ LTU
An international, nondenominational organization, the Lawrence Tech chapter of Cru has strong ties to other colleges in the metro Detroit area. The goal of Cru is to take the gospel of Jesus Christ to others, as well as to learn more about God. Social interaction is also important, and students from all over Detroit meet once a month to worship God and enjoy Christian fellowship. Everyone is welcome to attend Bible studies each week on campus. Other events include a weekend retreat in the fall, a conference in Indianapolis during Christmas vacation, and an outreach trip to Florida during spring break.
Chaldean-American Students Association (CASA)
The Chaldean-American Student Association is a nonprofit organization established to unite all Chaldean students at Lawrence Tech and to assist them in furthering their education, while maintaining a positive representation of the Chaldean community, preventing discrimination, and advocating multiculturalism and diversity so that all Chaldean-American students can demonstrate that they are caring, responsible, and knowledgeable citizens.
Chess Club
Information Coming Soon
Circle K International
Circle K International is the largest collegiate community service, leadership development, and friendship organization in the world. Circle K clubs are organized and sponsored by a Kiwanis club on a college or university campus. Circle K blends community service and leadership training with the opportunity to meet other college students around the world. Open to all students, no minimum GPA required.
Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization (CEO)
The CEO is a 25-year-old national organization whose goal is to inspire future entrepreneurs to realize their innovative ideas. This organization is a perfect place to network with peers with similar aspirations.
D.E.M.I. (Dance Evolution Motivating Individuals)
DEMI exists to create opportunities in dance. The group teaches various dance forms to Lawrence Tech students. Members must have a 2.5 GPA and pay semester dues.
Hua Xia Association
The Hua Xia Association provides assistance to Chinese and Taiwanese students studying and living abroad. Promoting harmony and unity and committed to serving the community, the association offers opportunities for Chinese and Taiwanese students to experience American culture and to introduce Chinese culture on campus.
Indian Student Association
This group is to promote and organize Indian cultural activities across the Lawrence Tech campus.
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)
This organization is primarily for electrical engineering, electrical engineering technology, computer engineering, and computer science students. Other interested students are invited to apply. Activities include conference trips, lectures by practicing engineers, technical video presentations, tours of electronic and electrical manufacturing plants and utilities, and participation in the University’s annual Open House.
Interior Architecture Student Organization (IASO)
This organization acquaints students with the professional interiors organizations (ASID, IIDA, and CIDR).
Life Science Association
Information Coming Soon
LTU Bike Crew
The LTU Bike Crew's mission is to provide all types of opportunities for bikers from beginners to experts. The LTU Bike Crew is a mountain and road biking club for students of all skill levels who share an enthusiasm for mountain biking and cycling. With health, fun, and fitness in mind, LTU Bike Crew rides encourage a safe and supportive environment for students who ride the trails and roads.
LTU Concrete Canoe and Steel Bridge
The objectives of these contests are to provide Civil Engineering students an opportunity to gain hands-on, practical experience and leadership through working with real world materials and project management, increase awareness of the value and benefits of ASCE membership, build awareness of the versatility and durability of various construction materials amoung students, educators and proctitioners, as well as the general public, to increase awareness amoung industry leaders, opinion makers, and the general public of civil engineering as a dynamic and innovative profession essential to society, and to generate and increase awareness of ASCE's and national sponsors' commitment to Civil Engineering education amoung students, educators and practitioners, as well as to the general public.
Math Club
The Lawrence Tech Math Club is a student chapter of the Mathematical Association of America (MAA). Activities include team competitions, guest speakers, and fun math events such as origami day, math videos, and problem of the week.
Muslim Student Association (MSA)
MSA is a cultural and Islamic organization dedicated to promoting Islamic cultural heritage. Membership is open to everyone. Membership dues are required.
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
The 105 chapters of NSBE have a primary goal of increasing the number and quality of minority students in the areas of engineering, management, architecture, and business. Tutorial services and a company lecture series are offered. Join and establish rewarding relationships with other students and professionals.
National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
A community of leaders dedicated to creating lasting positive change.
OUT! At LTU with Friends
OUT is the Gay-Straight Alliance at Lawrence Tech. OUT! at LTU with friends strives to create a safe environment for Lesbain, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ) students, faculty, staff and their allies to share their thoughts, goals and concerns. OUT! at LTU with friends is a student driven organization created to provide awareness and understanding of the LGBTQ community to all students attending Lawrence Technological University.
Saudi Student Union
The Saudi Student Union offers opportunities for Saudi students to get involved with American culture and introduce Saudi culture at Lawrence Tech.
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
The SAE focuses on advancing mobility on land and sea, in the air and in space. SAE at Lawrence Tech provides students with opportunities to experience real-world engineering through industrial tours, technical speakers, technical publications, engineering projects, and various competitions. Open to all students. A membership fee is required. The competitions are:
SAE Aero Design The purpose of SAE Aero Design is to design and build a radio controlled aircraft that is capable of carrying a predicted payload through a 360-degree flight course. Members must be mechanical engineering students, GPA of 3.3 or higher required. Senior members must also join and pay dues to the Society of Automotive Engineers and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.
SAE Formula Hybrid SAE Formula Hybrid gives engineering students the opportunity to work across disciplinary boundaries while engineering and developing a plug-in hybrid electric race car. The group also encourages and promotes the development of high-efficiency automotive drive trains.
SAE Formula One Students research, design, engineer, fabricate, and compete with a Formula One race car in international competition. All students from any college are welcome to join.
Blue Devil Motorsports Website
Society of Dramatic Arts (SODA)
The purpose of the Society of Dramatic Arts is to provide members an outlet for creative impulses, develop the skills of its members in all areas of production, and build school spirit and a sense of community on campus. SODA will present at least one performance per semester for the entertainment and/or education of the Lawrence Tech community. Any current student enrolled at Lawrence Tech may become a member of the Society of Dramatic Arts. Any faculty or alumni may become associate members of the society without voting power.
Society of Manufacturing Engineers
Society of Physics Students
The society operates under the auspices of the American Institute of Physics. This chapter arranges scientific lectures and field trips.
Greek Fraternities
Alpha Sigma Phi
In 1933 Dr. Wayne Buell founded Alpha Gamma Upsilon (AGU) at Lawrence Institute of Technology. The fraternity later merged with Alpha Sigma Phi (ASF), creating the Gamma Psi chapter in 1968. In 1991, the Gamma Psi chapter became inactive. In the spring of 2003, three young men undertook the third founding of Alpha Sigma Phi, which was recognized by the Student Government in the fall of that year. Full membership in the Interfraternal Council took effect in the fall of 2004. Currently, the Alpha Sigs, whose motto is “To Better the Man,” is recognized as an outstanding chapter by their national headquarters.
Phi Beta Sigma
Phi Beta Sigma (ΦΒΣ) was founded in 1914 on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C., by A. Langston Taylor, Leonard F. Morse, and Charles I. Brown. Today with a membership base of more than 100,000 members and chapters in the United States and Europe, Phi Beta Sigma still fully embraces the fraternity motto “Culture for Service and Service for Humanity.” Committed to the principles of brotherhood, scholarship, and service, Phi Beta Sigma stands nationally as a leading proactive community service organization, a fact further strengthened by strong partnerships with the March of Dimes and the American Cancer Association. The Nu Nu chapter of the fraternity was founded at Lawrence Tech in 1981. The chapter adheres to the highest standards of personal and academic excellence and fosters a positive environment in which academic, personal, and social life can exist harmoniously. For information on joining, email ltusigmas@hotmail.com.
Phi Kappa Upsilon
The Universityʼs founder Russell E. Lawrence established Phi Kappa Upsilon (ΦΚΥ ) as the first engineering and social organization on the Lawrence Tech campus in 1932. Its purpose is to further the individual and collective welfare of its members by creating cultural, educational, and fraternal advantages through participation in many activities and professional organizations on and off campus. The chapter recently celebrated more than 25 years of ownership of its house, which is known as The Castle.
Sigma Phi Epsilon
Founded on campus in 1971, Sigma Phi Epsilon has grown into the largest fraternity at Lawrence Tech, as well as the largest fraternity in the nation, with more than 240 chapters and 290,000 lifetime members. SigEp continues to lead the way on campus. The chapter stands out nationally by winning three consecutive Buchanan Cups, five Excelsior Cups, and seven Scholarship Excellence Awards. Members have held leadership positions in Student Government, the Interfraternal Council, and Students Planning Activites Monthly. SigEps take pride in academic performance and is the only Greek organization to post over a 3.0 GPA on campus. The fraternity provides the “Balanced Man Scholarships” totaling $1000 for incoming male freshmen. It looks for balanced individuals who seek to fulfill their potential in a young, aggressive, demanding organization. Leadership, friendship, scholarship, and achievement are both offered and expected. There is more to Lawrence Tech than four years in a classroom. Sigma Phi Epsilon continues to be a “lifetime experience.”
Sigma Pi
Lawrence Techʼs Zeta Omicron chapter of Sigma Pi (ΣΠ), established in 1984, has rapidly grown into one of the largest Greek societies on campus. With 125 chapters internationally, Sigma Pi is also one of the larger fraternities. Leadership qualities, academic excellence, and professionalism are stressed, as well as athletic and social participation and community service. Members have held executive council positions in organizations such as the Student Government and the Interfraternal Council, as well as heading many other independent campus organizations such as the Residence Hall Association. Sigma Pi looks for well-rounded young men who seek to advance their experience at Lawrence Tech socially, academically, and fraternally. The true meaning of “brotherhood” is taught and is instilled in the lives of members, creating friendships that cannot be broken and contacts that will always be there. Membership is not easily obtained, but the challenge is waiting for you and worth the effort!
Theta Tau
Founded in 1904, Theta Tau (ΘΤ) is one of the largest professional fraternities in the nation with a membership of more than 25,000. Theta Tau offers members a lifelong bond of brotherhood and activities to promote educational excellence. The Xi Beta chapter was established in 1987 and since then has striven to achieve professionally and socially. Speakers from industry come to talk about their respective fields, and the fraternity sponsors tours of various plants. Socially, the group is active in all of the intramural sports, social events, and other Greek organizations. It offers what might be called “the best of both worlds.” Through the tireless efforts of the brothers of Theta Tau, membership has become an ultimate challenge with plentiful rewards.
Greek Sororities
Alpha Kappa Alpha
Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) is an international sisterhood of more than 125,000 collegetrained women representing graduate and undergraduate chapters in 46 states, the Caribbean, Germany, England, and Africa. Pi Delta chapter of AKA was established at Lawrence Tech in 1990. The sorority emphasizes a service program within the community, as well as focusing on the intellectual and social aspects of college life. Its “Service to All Mankind” motto is the guiding principle for all of its program activities. Membership is open to women of all races, creeds, and colors who embrace high ethical and scholastic standards and are pursuing a full course of study leading to a degree at Lawrence Tech.
Chi Omega Rho
Founded in 1978 by eight young women, the Chi Omega Rho (ΧΩΡ) sorority remains a local sorority at Lawrence Tech and is involved in many organizations on campus. Its motto, “Purity in the Bonds of Sisterhood, and the Awakening of Womanhood,” is the basis for its ideals as it strives to meet its professional and social goals.
Delta Phi Epsilon
Founded in 1917 at New York University Law School, Delta Phi Epsilon (ΔΦΕ ) now includes more than 80 chapters and colonies across the U.S. and Canada, including six chapters in Michigan. Lawrence Techʼs Alpha Psi chapter was the first international social sorority on campus and continues to strive for excellence in sisterhood, scholarship, service, self-improvement, and social awareness. The sorority actively supports the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and the National Association for Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD). The chapter provides opportunities for growth in leadership, organization, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. The groupʼs strength comes from the creation of lifelong friendships. The sorority welcomes women who seek to enhance their college experiences.
Delta Tau Sigma
Delta Tau Sigma a local sorority at Lawrence Technological University in Southfield, MI. Founded in 1977, Delta Tau Sigma was the first sorority on campus and has been growing ever since. Delta Tau Sigma is a social sorority that offers bonds of friendship and sisterhood. Members have been actively involved in both Student Government and the Interfraternal Council. Delta Tau Sigma members are also involved in both social and academic organizations throughout campus. Delta Tau Sigma actively supports its philanthropies, Juvenile Diabetes and Leukemia.Membership in Delta Tau Sigma provides the opportunity to form close and lasting friendships through shared experience. A balanced social program, which includes time for parties, relaxation, and bonding among friends, is maintained in our sorority.
Zeta Phi Beta
Zeta Phi Beta instills scholarship, service, sisterly love, and finerwomanhood within women while trying to establish a degree.