Chemeketa YVC has a variety of ways you can get involved on campus. Whether you join a club, attend an event, or serve on our Student Activities Board (SAB), there is something for everyone. 

Student Clubs

You can become involved in a number of different clubs while you are at Chemeketa. Clubs can be academic, curriculum-related, activity-oriented or based on a specific interest. Club sponsored events could include special lunches, dances, displays, trips, fairs and more.

We currently have the following clubs at YVC:

• Spanish Club 
• Gaming Club
• Film & Photography Club
• Art Club
• Gardening Club
• Book Club
• Running Club
• HTML Web Design Club
• Knitting Club

If you don't see a club you'd like to participate in, you can start a new club. If you have questions about a club or if you are interested in starting a club, please contact our student leaders. 

Student Activities Board (SAB)
Get involved and make a difference on campus by becoming a student leader and joining our Student Activities Board (SAB). Student leaders are responsible for creating fun events on campus and contributing to the vibrant student life at YVC. 

Previous SAB Activities:

• Bingo Event
• Tie-Dye Event
• Movie Nights
• Game Nights
• Scavenger Hunt
• Harvest Festival
• Holiday Events

Do you have ideas for events at YVC? Share them with our student leaders. 

We would like to help students of diverse backgrounds and different majors to find the joy of art.

Meeting Times:

TBD

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Club Contacts:

Art Club Email: chemeketa.artclub@gmail.com 

Club Advisor: Amedeo Rehbein-Verhoeven

The purpose of this organization is to teach discipline in Ballroom Dance. The mission of this organization is to create a positive social environment.

Meeting Times:

Fridays 4:00 - 6:00 PM (Bldg. 7, Rm. 113)

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Club Contacts:

Club President: River Frankamp

Club Advisor: Donna M. Hurless

Campus Ambassadors works to develop a community in which students have an opportunity to share, discuss, and deepen their relationship with Jesus. The club attracts a diverse collection of students who are equipped with the enlightenment to serve the community. 

Meetings Times:

Monday & Tuesday (Discipleship Groups)

11:30-1:30 PM (Bldg. 2, Rm. Lobby)

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Wednesday (Agora Group)

11:30-1:00 PM (Bldg. 2, Rm. Lobby)

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Monday (Leadership)

8:00-9:30 AM (Bldg. 5, Rm. 112)

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Tuesdays (Screwtape Letter Study)

1:45-3:00 PM (Bldg. 2, Rm. 232)

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Club Contacts:

Club President: Liam Tyson

Club Vice President: Katelyn Marks

Club Advisor: Carmen Watkins

Ceramics Club involves students on campus developing skills in the arts of ceramics and building an art community within the student body at Chemeketa. 

All students are welcome.

Meeting Times: 

TBD (Bldg. 5, Rm. 103)

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Club Contacts:

Club President: Emily Beckner

Club Vice President: Kristina Baldwin

Club Advisor: Burhardt Kleiber

The purpose of Chemeketa Service Leaders is to invite students to participate in service learning, fundraising and/or mentoring events that benefit the community and enhance a student's educational experience.

Meeting Times:

TBD

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Club Contacts:

Club President: TBD

Club Vice President: TBD

Club Advisor: Hayley Gibbs

To facilitate a welcoming community for student veterans through leadership opportunities, advocacy, and meaningful relationships. 

Meeting Times:

Wednesdays 12:00 - 1:00 PM (Bldg. 2, Rm. 116)

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Club Contacts:

Club President: Graham Preston

Club Vice President: James Loveall

Club Advisor: Nathaniel Easton

Vocal Tempest wants to foster a vibrant musical environment where students can explore their vocal talents, develop a passion for performance, and build lifelong connections.

Meeting Times: 

TBD

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Club Contacts:

Club President: Diego Gonzalez

Club Vice President: Naomi Burke

Club Advisor: Bryce Tomlin

To promote Japanese culture and cultural awareness through Japanese cultural activities (calligraphy, language, origami, games, etc.), cultural events, field trips to the Japanese Garden, and more.

Meeting Times:

Thursdays 2:30 - 4:00 PM (Bldg. 3, Rm. 119)

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Club Contacts:

Club President: James Poncin

Club Vice President: Ryan Cuitti

Club Advisor: Masumi Timson

The Eye of the Storm: Addiction Recovery Group aims to build a community of college students to support. address, and overcome addiction.

Meeting Times: 

TBD

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Club Contacts:

Club Contact: Justin Walden

Club Contact: Juan Carlos Palacio

Club Advisor: Tricia Bliss

The MECha Club promotes principles of self-determination for the liberation of our people and involves students in community service. 

Meeting Times:

Thursdays 11:20 - 12:20 PM (Bldg. 2, Rm. 232)

Fridays 3:00 - 4:00 PM (Bldg. 2, Rm. 232)

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Club Contacts:

Club President: Evelyn Rivera

Club Vice President: Gerardo Jasso Lara

Club Advisor: Jorge Montejano 

The purpose of this organization is to complement Chemeketa Gardens and the Horticulture Program by encouraging organic garden activities, developing leadership skills of members, and providing networking opportunities (i.e. resume building.

Meeting Times: 

Tuesdays 10:00 - 11:00 AM (Bldg. 60, Rm. 108)

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Club Contacts:

Club President: Lora Lyn

Club Vice President: Sarah O'Doherty

Club Advisor: Michael Paruch

The mission of Phi Theta Kappa is to recognize the academic achievement of college students and to provide opportunities for them to grow as scholars and leaders.

Meeting times: 

Mondays 11:00-12:00 PM (Bldg. 2, Rm. 232)

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PTK Contacts:

PTK President: Owen Garcia Vasquez 

PTK Vice President: Eli Schuffman

Faculty Advisors:

PTK Advisor: Michelle Limas

Our mission is to further knowledge in radio, rocketry, and robotics.

Meeting Times:

Tuesdays 12:00 - 2:00 PM (Bldg. 4, Rm. 126)

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Club Contacts:

Club President: Rieley Ped

Club Vice President: Lawrence Noguera

Club Advisor: Chuck Sekafetz

The Reading Rainbows Club provides safe place for students to connect with others in the queer community with literature.

Meeting Times:

TBD

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Club Contacts: 

Club President: TBD

Club Vice President: TBD

Club Advisor: Tate Jackson

The purpose of the club is to help and provide more resources for students in Woodburn.

Meeting Times:

Fridays 4:00 - 5:00 PM (Woodburn Center Student Lounge, Rm. 125)

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Club Contacts:

Club President: Ruby Campuzano

Club Vice President: Claudia Baltazar

Club Advisor: Pedro Ortega