Clubs, Organizations, and Student Government

Black Student Union

The purpose of the Black Student Union is to unite the entire student body at Ottawa University, to increase awareness of the African-American culture and to support African-American students.  We will plan activities that will promote diversity, friendship, and understanding.  Achieving this mission will contribute to the diversity at Ottawa University.

Campus Activity Board

CAB shall plan activities to develop a well-rounded social, educational and multi-cultural environment for Ottawa University’s students, staff and faculty.  Achieving this mission will contribute to student development and enhance opportunities for student leadership at Ottawa University.

DECA

Helps members increase their leadership abilities through resources provided by DECA, Inc. The organization also provides a real world experience through competitive events, projects, and community service as well as connections to DECA Inc.’s wide range of partner corporations.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes

To present to athletes, coaches, and all whom they influence the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, Serving Him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the church.

Sigma Alpha (Honor society)

  1. To promote and encourage concern for intellectual issues on the University Campus.

  2. To give visible focus to a concern for high academic achievement.

  3. To recognize those students who have attained distinction in the academic program of Ottawa University.

Student Government Association

In order to form a government responsive and dedicated to the needs of our community, we the student body of Ottawa University at the college, endeavor to ensure that students of all colors, all races, and all religious affiliations, can be assured of leadership that is equitable and just.  In keeping with the principles of democracy and a government representational in nature, we the student body of the University accept this challenge and implement this path to be followed by the generations of students yet to enter our community.    

SAFE

SAFE's mission is to enhance the cultural and social climate at Ottawa University and to improve and enrich the lives of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning (LGBTQ) and straight allies of the community,  This will be achieved through funding, training, and administrative support for the organization so they may organize successful educational, social, outreach, advocacy, and cultural programs and serve as an effective supportive environment for these programs and the organization’s targeted populations.

The Whole Earth Club

The fundamental aim of this club is to provide opportunities for cross-cultural experiences on campus and at the same time to promote closer relationships between all students.

Tech Club

This club is a community of tech enthusiasts who come together to explore and discuss the world of technology.

Chi Alpha

Hosts weekly meetings/chapel services affiliated with Campus Ministry’s and provides faith based programming

Red Cross Club

Coordinates the semi annual blood drive hosted on campus.

Phi Delta Theta

Phi Delta Theta is an international social fraternity and is a member of the North American Intrafraternity conference (IFC). The mission of Phi Delta Theta is to serve, helping every individual to meet his true potential is the bedrock of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity.

Tri Phi (Phi Phi Phi)

The mission of Tri Phi is to empower women of OU to be the best versions of themselves. With a focus on philanthropy, community engagement, leadership, sisterhood, academic success and more.

SALT Student Athlete Leadership Team

The purpose of SALT is to generate a student-athlete voice within the institution, solicit student-athlete response to proposed NAIA legislation and to create a vehicle for student athletes campus wide committees.

Chess Club

Chess Club promotes the game of chess, both competitive and for the novice.