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.
Asian Student Association
Asian Student Association
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Diversity & Inclusion Social |
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Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Caroline Waddington, President Jonathan Banfill, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Caroline Waddington |
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Instagram Discord |
Description
The Asian Student Association was created to make a safe space and learning environment for people who identify as Asian and/or want to learn more about and engage in Asian culture. Our main events are centered around food and movies for members to expand their taste in Asian food and media.
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Black Student Union
Black Student Union
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Diversity & Inclusion Social |
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Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Nadine Jones, President A'zariya Daniels, Vice President Van Dora Williams, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Nadine Jones |
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Instagram Discord |
Description
Black Student Union aims to foster a welcoming and supportive environment where students of color can freely share their opinions, ideas, and cultural heritage. It seeks to enhance understanding and appreciation of the histories, cultures, and issues pertinent to students of color through a variety of educational events, cultural celebrations, and open, engaging dialogues. Additionally, it is committed to advocating for and addressing issues that impact these students, striving to create a community that is inclusive and aware of diverse perspectives. Black Student Union wants to build a network between students of color on campus and the community around them through partnering through different BIPOC organizations with movie nights, youth Fridays and more.
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CHAMP
CHAMP
| Type | Social |
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Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Ash Cugno, Zach Morris, Raven Duke, Mackenzie Leonard, |
| Primary Contact | Christine Koogle |
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Description
CHAMP is a student-run organization that plans and hosts exciting and spirit-filled events on campus each semester. All students are welcome to participate in CHAMP meetings and to volunteer as staff for CHAMP events. As a member of CHAMP, you are an integral part of the planning process–from brainstorming ideas to decorating and event execution. This club serves as a driving force for student involvement and engaging events! Our biggest celebrations of the year include: Spirit Week, the Halloween Dance, Late-Night Breakfast, the Snowball Dance, and Spring Meltdown.
Location
CHAMP meets Monday nights in the Fireside Lounge at 8:30pm
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Champlain Coffee and Tea Club
Champlain Coffee and Tea Club
| Type | Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
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Ethan Engeldrum, Co-President Cedar Santiago, Co-President Claire Richard, Secretary/Tech Support William Skish , Treasurer William Howe, Treasurer Tilia Wolff, Sergeant-at-Arms Anthony Rivers, Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Ethan Engeldrum |
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Instagram Discord |
Description
The Champlain Coffee and Tea Club fosters a fun and safe space for students to try new kinds of teas, coffees, and snacks! We’ll have different weekly activities like watching shows, arts and crafts, and anything our members would like to see. If you’re looking for a way to just destress and have fun, the Champlain Tea and Coffee Club is for you!
Champlain College Esports
Champlain College Esports
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Local Community Engagement Social Sports, Recreation, & Intramurals |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Raymond Graham Gombes, Club President / Third Year Representative Jonathan Pacheco, Second Year Representative Admin Ritter Redfield, Second Year Representative Admin Mark Headley, Fourth Year Representative Admin Christian Konczal, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Raymond Graham Gombes |
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Description
Champlain Club/College Esports (CCE) is a student run club that looks to provide a space for gaming and esports for all Champlain students who are passionate about gaming culture. We look to push the limits of esports and engage all students in club events that are centered around social interaction, fun, and of course, gaming. Being diverse and inclusive are our objectives as we look to make esports available to everyone and accommodate any game a student(s) want to build a team for. CCE is focused on gaming, esports, and bringing together a community of individuals who are passionate about video games.
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Location
Visit Champlain Esports at Lakeside!
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Champlain College Esports: Splatoon
Champlain College Esports: Splatoon
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Art & Entertainment Social Sports, Recreation, & Intramurals |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Brendan Peters, Manager Anne Knoicki, Cerulean Team Captain Eric Murray, Seafoam Team Captain Kaiden Slusarz, Assistant Manager Isabelle Booth, Assistant Manager Christian Konczal, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Brendan Peters |
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Description
CCE Splatoon is a part of the Champlain College Esports club. We compete in CCA (Collegiate Cephalopod Association), the largest collegiate Splatoon league in the US. We also host community outreach events for Splatoon and Non-Splatoon players.
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Champlain College Soccer Club
Champlain College Soccer Club
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Social Sports, Recreation, & Intramurals |
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Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Parker Banas, Club President Weston Allred, Vice President |
| Primary Contact | Parker Banas |
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Instagram |
Description
Are you an experienced soccer player wishing you had a competitive and fun club to continue your career with at Champlain? Champlain College Soccer Club provides an opportunity for athletes to continue to play competitive soccer in both practice and match settings. We hope you will join us!
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Champlain Cybersecurity Club
Champlain Cybersecurity Club
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Academic Social |
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| Semester |
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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Discord |
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 Equestrian Club
Champlain Equestrian Club
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Social Sports, Recreation, & Intramurals |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Emerson Mako, Primary Club Head Hollis Ambruster, Secondary Club Head Jessica Allard, Faculty Advisor Sarah Beno, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Emerson Mako |
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Discord |
Description
The Champlain Equestrian Club (CEC) is an equine club that offers free trail rides, riding lessons, equine workshops, and more! Experience Vermont straight from the horse’s back through fun activities and events for all things equine, and join a community of horse lovers and enthusiasts of all kinds!
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Champlain Mathematics Club
Champlain Mathematics Club
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Academic Social |
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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 Music Club
Champlain Music Club
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Art & Entertainment Diversity & Inclusion Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Noah Gomberg, President Andres Sanchez, Vice President John Levee, Faculty Advisor Eric Sample, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Noah Gomberg |
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Discord |
Description
The Champlain Music Club offers a dynamic and welcoming space for students to dive into their musical passions. Whether you’re an experienced musician or a curious beginner, our club provides opportunities to collaborate with peers, form bands, and perform in a variety of settings. Join us for jam sessions that will help you hone your skills and connect with fellow music enthusiasts. Be part of a community where creativity and camaraderie come together through the joy of music.
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Champlain Outdoors
Champlain Outdoors
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Social Sports, Recreation, & Intramurals |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Adam Gyenes, President Kai Lundsgaard, Vice President Erik Shonstrom, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Adam Gyenes |
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Discord Personal Website |
Description
The mission of our club is to foster a community of individuals who are eager to spend their time out in nature. Whether it be hiking across the rolling hills of Vermont’s Green Mountains in a sea of Fall colors, paddling through the lakes, creeks, and rivers of the New York Adirondacks, or gliding across the snow on one of many cross-country skiing trails, we are committed to getting you out there. Our trips vary in difficulty, ranging from casual day hikes simply meant for appreciating the beauty of the woods to strenuous treks that will be a true test of endurance and will. Regardless of whether you consider yourself to be a casual hiker or a rugged adventurer, there is something here for you.
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Champlain Supernatural Investigators
Champlain Supernatural Investigators
| Type | Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
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Audrey Quinn Orenstein, Co-Founder & Co-President Emerson Mako, Co-Founder & Co-President Alanah Tuohey, Co-Founder & Co-President Gordon Glover, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Audrey Quinn Orenstein |
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Instagram Discord |
Description
Are you looking to engage with the supernatural on a weekly basis? Then become a Champlain Supernatural Investigator! In addition to semi-regular ghost hunts, we also watch movies and TV shows, play games, and do other activities, all with a spooky edge. We welcome anyone and everyone that’s interested in the things that go bump in the night…
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Champlain Wargaming Club
Champlain Wargaming Club
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Art & Entertainment Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Noah Viens, President Zachary Kilmer, Vice President Jonathan Banfill, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Noah Ryan Viens |
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Discord |
Description
Greetings Loyal Imperial Citizen and welcome to the Champlain Wargaming Club! Our club is dedicated to all things tabletop wargaming, with a heavy focus on Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer: Age of Sigmar. Crusades, painting nights, campaigns, skirmishes, and strategy theorycrafting are just a handful of the things we offer. Don’t have an army? Don’t know how to play? We have you covered! Learning the games with starter armies will help to ease you into wargaming. Will you join the loyal forces of the God-Emperor? Fight against them within the traitorous armies of Chaos? Or will you duke it out with both as one of the many extraterrestrial Xenos in the galaxy? Find out at Champlain Wargaming!
Darkroom Photography Club
Darkroom Photography Club
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Art & Entertainment Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Alex Clark, Club Head Walker Mack, Club Leader Jae Badaracco, Club Leader Robin Perlah, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Alex Clark |
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Description
The Darkroom Club offers the student body an accessible way to explore the increasingly rare medium of analog photography. This club will introduce students to our beloved darkroom and teach them how to shoot, develop, and print their own photographs. In addition to the analog process, the Darkroom Club will host photo critiques, helping students sharpen their photographic eye.
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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.
Esports
Play, produce, compete, and win with Champlain Esports. With opportunities for students of all ability levels and interests, there's never been a better time to join the team.
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.
Student Leadership
Get a leg up on managing teams, seeing the bigger picture of your work, and keeping an organization on track to operate smoothly by stepping into a leadership role.
Student Publications
From satire to fine arts to news and features, our student-run publications bring together creative talents from across the college.