Clubs & Activities
With over 60+ clubs and organizations at Champlain, you can fill your time at Champlain however you'd like. Whether it's getting some exercise or driving real-world change, you'll surround yourself by people who love the same things, making memories and friends as you go.
Blue Stool Talks
Blue Stool Talks
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Academic Local Community Engagement |
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Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Charles Bashaw, Associate Professor Linda Goodrum, Academic Operations Manager Erik Shonstrom, Associate Professor |
| Primary Contact | Charles Bashaw |
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Description
The Blue Stool Project is a series of flash lectures given on the Champlain College campus, appearing in the central courtyard with a goal of addressing topics that might not normally come up in the classroom. This engaging, open conversation style of teaching/learning was conceived by Bob Selby and further refined during monthly occurrences.
Blue Stool talks are opportunities for Champlain College faculty and staff to share their passion for learning and ideas with students (and others) outside of the classroom. Students are encouraged to attend. The talks are meant to provoke thought, deepen understanding, and encourage listeners to reconsider ways of knowing. The topics may or may not be controversial in subject matter, but all aim to provide opportunities for listeners to learn.
Champlain Cybersecurity Club
Champlain Cybersecurity Club
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Academic Social |
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Fall Semester Spring Semester |
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Laila Martinez, President James Nicholls, Vice President Michael Ng, Upperclassmen Rep Nilufer Gungor, Underclassmen Rep Aidan Smith, Underclassmen Rep Hannelore Sanokklis, Marketing Joseph Eastman, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Laila Martinez |
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Description
The Champlain Cybersecurity Club (CCSC) is an academic and social club focused on providing students with the opportunity to explore interesting topics within the realm of cybersecurity. This year, club leadership is focused on academic, personal, and professional development. Meetings are open to all majors, and we encourage students with alternative academic backgrounds to participate!
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Champlain Film Society
Champlain Film Society
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Academic Art & Entertainment |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Kaylee Hunt, President Christian Portugal, Vice President John Rasmussen, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Kaylee Hunt |
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Instagram |
Description
Champlain Film Society is a club for all years and all majors to discuss anything and everything film related. We strive to build a community among our members that will support them throughout their time at Champlain. In addition to collaborating, we provide guest speakers, equipment demos, and student screenings for anyone to join.
Champlain Mathematics Club
Champlain Mathematics Club
| Type |
Academic Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
William Box, President Lizzie Cornett, Communications Officer Michael Opperman, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | William Box |
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Description
The Champlain College Math Club is a space for students to grow and explore their interests in mathematics. Come listen to talks given by students demonstrating the unique ways that math intersects with our lives and individual majors, explore how the artistic process can be combined with mathematical thinking to create unique art, and help the Burlington community by volunteering to tutor younger students.
Champlain Production Club
Champlain Production Club
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Academic Art & Entertainment |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Harland Kissel, President Miguel Kirsch, Vice President Janet Weinstein , Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Harland Kissel |
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Discord |
Description
The Production Club brings together students from several majors to produce a variety of video and audio content. We work on students’ passion projects that may fall outside the curriculum of classes. We also shoot videos for several local businesses to use on their websites and social media.
Chivomengro
Chivomengro
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Academic Art & Entertainment Student Publications |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Clara MacMeekin, Editor-In-Chief Erik Shonstrom, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Clara MacMeekin |
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Personal Website X |
Description
Chivomengro aims to publish a monthly zine of personal essays, satire, and cultural commentary. The staff loves to include graphically driven pieces, such as comics or graphic literature, that speak to the college experience.
Chivomengro stays true to its commitment to the writer—contributors have the freedom to submit what they want. The editorial team takes great pride in publishing essays on the human experience, including reviews of pop culture, music, movies, and satire pieces. Chivomengro highly encourages submissions from Champlain College students and remains open for reading on a rolling basis.
For more information, visit the Chivomengro website!
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Design Club
Design Club
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Academic Art & Entertainment |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Ariana Calder, President Olivia Keaney, Vice President Robin Perlah, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Ariana Calder |
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Discord |
Description
The Design Club is a place for students from any major to connect with others who have an interest in graphic design. We’ll engage in group and individual project activities, peer review critiques on personal and academic projects, go on occasional trips to local design companies and art galleries, and invite industry professional guest speakers. The goal is to have fun and explore design outside of the classroom and progress professionally in a supportive environment.
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Digital Forensics Association
Digital Forensics Association
| Type | Academic |
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Fall Semester Spring Semester |
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Yehuda Bollen, Co-President James Cangelosi, Co-President Fatima Omerovic, Vice President Nate Kreit, 2nd Year Representative Cece Ehgotz, 3rd Year Representative Adam Hachem, 4th Year Representative Joe Eastman, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Alayna Cash |
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Discord |
Description
The Digital Forensics Association (DFA) is a dynamic student organization that meets biweekly. Open to students and faculty from all divisions, DFA offers an engaging platform to explore the intricacies of investigating, analyzing, and recovering digital evidence from electronic devices and digital systems. Students hear from professionals currently working in the field, present on topics they have a passion for, and engage with others during fun interactive events such as hands-on Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges, hardware hacking nights, and pizza and movie nights!
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Environmental Club
Environmental Club
| Type |
Academic Local Community Engagement |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Madeleine Fenstermaker, Co-Head Quinn Bailey, Co-Head Valerie Esposito, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Madeleine Fenstermaker |
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Instagram |
Description
The Environmental Club strives to gather like-minded students together to create a cleaner campus and Burlington community. We host weekly trash clean-ups, film showings, and weekly meetings on Tuesdays to foster important environmental conversations. The Environmental Club creates a space for students from all majors and backgrounds to come together to care for our campus and community.
International Business Club
International Business Club
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Academic Diversity & Inclusion Political |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Briar Gagne, President Ciaran Buckley, Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Briar Gagne |
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Discord |
Description
Have a seat and chat for a while! The International Business Club is a round table for open academic discussion about international experiences and events fostering critical thinking and diverse perspectives. We prepare students to look at issues from different angles, both by exploring different cultures, and creating an inclusive space where we respectfully share and discuss diverse opinions. We host guest speaker events on occasion, as well as our popular bi-annual Montreal trip!
Motion Magic
Motion Magic
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Academic Art & Entertainment |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Halle Fulton, President Caio Batista, Vice-President Fatima ReyesArana, Secretary Felipe Lega, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Halle Fulton |
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Instagram Discord |
Description
Motion Magic is a student-run club that aims to create a dedicated and inviting space for animation majors to learn and grow together. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an expert animator, we’re open to students from any background. The Motion Magic club focus on providing a sense of community and support so that you can have your questions answered and complete your assignments. We will also have fun activities, such as movie nights or trips that help us build connections with one another.
Location
Motion Magic meets in CCM 424 on Fridays from 7:30 – 9:00 PM.
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Phi Alpha Honor Society
Phi Alpha Honor Society
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Academic Diversity & Inclusion Local Community Engagement |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Alexandra Silva, President Tarn Foerg, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Alexandra Silva |
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Instagram |
Description
Phi Alpha Social Work Honors Society is a nationally affiliated honor society. We host academic scholarship and social work activities centered on social justice and humanitarian values. Students in this group get to engage in on campus and community-based activities that support scholarly recognition and professional readiness. We support a culture of achievement and inclusion in everything we do.
The Crossover
The Crossover
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Academic Student Publications |
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Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Kelley Lebahn, Editor-In-Chief Tanya Lee Stone, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Kelley Lebahn |
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Personal Website X |
Description
Written by students, for students.
The Crossover is a digital publication serving as the “Intersection of News, Arts, and Culture at Champlain College.” It provides an honest and independent view of Champlain’s campus and culture through an authentic and informative perspective by researching relevant issues and events while following open and transparent reporting practices.
Four main categories allow for a diverse platform of featured stories:
- News pieces include relevant happenings around campus—and sometimes at the national level—that provide critical information to the Champlain community.
- Feature pieces are human-interest stories with in-depth research and careful planning.
- Opinion pieces delve into the unique views of the students writing them.
- Culture pieces showcase the social atmosphere on campus, as well as the city of Burlington, including reviews and advice columns.
The Crossover’s staff is made up of writers, section editors, copy editors, photographers, artists, a social media manager, and an editor-in-chief. If you want to join our team, or contribute a story, email champlaincrossover@gmail.com with your pitch or completed draft for feedback!
Got a hot tip? The “Tip Us Off” section allows the Champlain community to submit anonymous news/tips to The Crossover.
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The Well
The Well
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Academic Student Publications |
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| Semester | Fall Semester |
| Primary Contact | Sheila Liming |
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Description
The Well is an evolving, collaborative publication produced by Champlain students enrolled in the Professional Writing Program’s Magazine Publishing course (WRT-215). Topics and themes vary each semester, as students take charge and mold each issue in accordance with their collective priorities and interests.
Students oversee every aspect of The Well, contributing to its written content, design, editing, and marketing. One issue is published each semester the course is offered.
Read local coverage of the inaugural publication of The Well in Seven Days here.
Willard & Maple
Willard & Maple
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Academic Art & Entertainment Student Publications |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Samantha Taxter, Editor-In-Chief Sheila Liming, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Sheila Liming |
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Instagram Personal Website Discord |
Description
Willard & Maple is the oldest running student publication on campus. Champlain’s student-run literary magazine, publishes annual issues that feature visual art, poetry, short fiction, and nonfiction each year. Its mission is to broadcast the diverse and powerful voices in the Champlain community out to the world.
Willard & Maple accepts submissions from the Champlain community. Guidelines for submissions are on its website, as is a link to W&M’s Submittable page. Willard & Maple staff engage in a democratic voting process to determine acceptances.
The Willard & Maple office is not a traditional college-magazine workplace. Students completely take charge of the editorial process, and the review board for submissions is entirely composed of young writers. Nobody’s here to pour coffee and punch copy.
Interested in joining? Email willardandmaple@champlain.edu —the staff is looking forward to connecting with you
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Clubs & Activities
With 60+ clubs and organizations, you can fill your time at Champlain however you'd like. Whether it's getting some exercise, staying social, or trying something new, you'll meet people with similar interests and make unforgettable memories and friends along the way.
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Ski Passes
The East's best skiing and riding resorts are just around the corner. Between 35 minutes and an hour's drive from campus, you'll find Sugarbush, Stowe Mountain Resort, Bolton Valley Resort and Smuggler's Notch.
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Student Publications
From satire to fine arts to news and features, our student-run publications bring together creative talents from across the college.