Activities and Organizations

With more than 50 clubs and organizations, you have countless opportunities to explore new interests, grow professionally and personally, and a make a difference on campus—all while having fun.

Academic & Professional

American Association of University Women (AAUW)

AAUW is a national organization with the mission of advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. This organization gives students the resources and support to engage their community. Students gain leadership skills, create change on their campus, address equity issues and connect with a national community.

AIGA (Graphic Design)

The AIGA Student Group provides its members with an opportunity to come together and grow as graphic designers. This is fulfilled by building relationships between fellow students, faculty, alumni and professional graphic designers. The mission of the group is to elevate the level of design by the La Roche graphic design students and provide a network of support and collaboration among students, faculty and professionals in the field.

American Society of Interior Designers

This organization provides professional connections to interior design students and offers programs that will familiarize students with the design market while keeping in contact with interior design professionals and broadening its members design knowledge through the professionals.

Association for Computing Machinery

All students are welcomed to join this association, which is designed to provide its members with a better understanding of this nature and functions of information technology and foster among students a better understanding of the vital business role of technology.

Biology Club

The Biology Club aims to provide members with meaningful opportunities that will prepare them for post-graduate studies. Members have the chance to participate in student research, shadowing and job opportunities, and MCAT Prep. Several club-oriented committees are responsible for making these opportunities available to members. All students are welcome to join the Biology Club, regardless of their academic standing, major or GPA.

Criminal Justice Club

The purpose of this group is to foster professionalism in law enforcement personnel and to encourage the establishment and expansion of higher education and professional training in criminal justice. The organization is open to all criminal justice majors.

Delta Mu Delta (Business)

The national honor society in the field of Business Administration has a two-fold mission: to promote higher scholarship in training for business, and to recognize and reward business administration students who have distinguished themselves scholastically. Open to business majors with a GPA of 3.2 or better, or those who have completed at least half of their credits required for the degree.

Finance & Investment Group

Provides students with the opportunities to explore various areas of finance with a special emphasis on investing. Activities expose students to both institutional and personal investing strategies through guest speakers, CFA Society of Pittsburgh-sponsored events and programs, and other industry resources. 

Kappa Delta Epsilon (Education)

This is an active group in which members of serious purpose undertake projects of service to the campus and community. Regular meetings acquaint members with the history and ethics of teaching professions, imbue them with a sense of professional responsibility, and keep them in touch with the current problems of education and as a way of living. 

Marketing Club

This group is designed to give members an avenue to actively participate and develop experience in the marketing realm of Pittsburgh and beyond. The organization provides the prestige and recognition allowing out members to increase their own market potential, maximizing their career opportunities. 

Psi Chi & Pychology Club

These organizations foster interest and research in psychology, and also support the academic program by sponsoring guest presentations, programs on internships and careers, and providing networking opportunities.

Psi Chi and the Psychology Club support the mission of La Roche by adopting at least one community service project a year. Requirements: Psi Chi is by invitation, based on cumulative QPA (3.5 or better), earning a major or minor in psychology (or the psychology track of human services) and completing at least three courses in psychology. Psychology Club is open to all students.

Sigma Tau Delta (English Honor Society)

This English Honor Society is organized to confer distinction for high achievement in English language and literature. This group assists the English Department in publishing its annual literary magazine, Nuances. Requirements: Maintain an above average GPA. Demonstrate a commitment to pursue an area of English/Literature as a career.

Sigma Theta Tau: Theta Mu Chapter (Nursing Honor Society) 

Sociology Club 

The Sociology Club provides a useful background for those planning to enter professional fields dealing with groups of people. Activities include opportunities for community service, workshops, speakers, networking, movie nights and more. The Sociology Club is open to anyone interested in the field.

Student Accounting Association

This club is open to all students with an interest in accounting. The club provides members with resources, information and leadership skills to enable them to succeed in the world of business.

Zeta Alpha Pi (Chemistry Honor Society)

Promotes the education of science among the women of La Roche and develops members as individuals and leaders with the support of fellow members.

Campus Sponsored

Campus Ministry

All are welcome to join this council that gives students the opportunity to initiate activities and assist with programs of Providence Campus Ministry.

Food Service Council

All students are welcome to join this group which voices suggestions and food preferences of students to the food service staff.

Intramurals and Athletics Board

This organization is designed to promote student involvement in planning a diverse intramural program for women and men. The Board also addresses concerns of student athletes. This group is represented on Student Government. 

La Roche Activities Forum (LAF)

All students are welcome to join this group to plan and implement a diverse activities schedule for La Roche. Events include dances, trips, comedy nights, entertainment in the Pittsburgh area and social events. This group meets weekly in Student Life/University Activities.

Living in Faith Everyday (LIFE)

National Society of Leadership & Success (NSLS) 

The NSLS is the largest honor society in the United States. The NSLS chapter at La Roche is part of the national organization with 700+ chapters and over 1.4 million members.

Students are selected based on exemplary leadership potential. Members have access to:

• More than $400,000 in scholarships.
• An exclusive NSLS job board.
• A personalized letter of recommendation.

The NSLS leadership program teaches the interpersonal skills that employers seek to give you an edge in the job market.

2024-25 Student Government Association Members

• Cristina Owono – President
• Matthew Mars – Vice President
• Aleksi Hamalainen – Director of Information Technology
• Samuella Sesay– Academic Vice President
• Abel Mugishawimana  – Director of International Students
• Mariama Dukuly – Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Krista Keene – Director of Student Activities
• Quinn Hughes – Director of Resident Affairs
• Dawson Lutz  –  Director of Community Service
• Madison Dalverny – Director of Student Athletes
• Kayla Sapida– Director of Clubs and Organizations
• Patrick Chewning – Vice President of Finance
• Jackson Decheck – Interfaith Director
• Nicholas Davison – Judicial Vice President
• Lincoln Lowes – Director of Intramurals