Cultural, International, Religious, and Spiritual
The Afghan Student Association organization/Club is to support and empower fellow Afghan students within our universities community. This club aims to provide Afghans and non-Afghan students with the opportunity to learn about the culture of Afghanistan. This organization will be supporting the Afghan heritage going through in depth detail about "culture", "history", and many more. The goal is to create an opportunity for other students to learn about Afghanistan. Overall this club will essentially focus on Afghan culture, history, and promote inclusivity. The club is to foster a sense of community, cultural understanding, and pride among our Afghan and non-Afghan students.
The African Student Association (ASA) fundamentally strives to strengthen and promote the continent of Africa to USF through cultural, social, and educational events. We aim to provide a safe space for students of African descent in USF to share their culture and traditions with one another. We also welcome non-African identifying students to celebrate and learn about our culture and what it truly means to us to be African.
ASU represents a space for Arabs to come together and strengthen a sense of community. Aiming to showcase the beauty of Middle Eastern traditions and social life, ASU seeks to raises awareness about the current events in the region through workshops, fundraisers, and community service.
Bethel Campus Fellowship (BCF) is an interdenominational organization established to proclaim the Lordship of our Lord Jesus Christ on college campuses. The vision of the Bethel Campus Fellowship is – “Leading Students to Christ and preparing them to become reliable men and women that God can entrust with His word for the next generation”. The mission of BCF is soul winning, discipleship, and preparation of dependable young ministers that will serve the next generation. We are determined by His grace to fulfill the charge that Paul gave Timothy when he wrote in 2 Timothy 2:2, “And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others”. We mentor converts until they become reliable tools in God’s hand for the mentoring of other converts. Bethel Campus Fellowship exists to provide regular opportunities to study and discuss the Bible, worship, and pray, all in a group setting, which provides opportunities for fellowship, encouragement, and spiritual development among members. We seek to be a resource to the student body by offering opportunities to discuss spiritual matters and provide materials in the form of outside speakers, videos, books and articles, all for their benefit and consideration.
We are a collective of BIPOC-identified students whose goal is to (re)build relationships of love and reciprocity with our environment, each other, and ourselves while re-righting the dominant, white narratives in environmentalism.
The mission and purpose of this organization is to provide the Black identifying student at USF with the opportunity to express their Blackness with their peers and provide a safe space for individuals to do so. The organization stems from the legacy of those who have come before us to create a sense of community and belonging among the entire Black student population at USF.
Brother Connection is an organization designed to give Black Men at USF a space on campus to grow, learn from, and connect with their fellow peers at the University.
The mission of the Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA) is to foster a supportive and inclusive community for Chinese students and scholars. We aim to enhance the academic, cultural, and social experiences of our members by providing a platform for networking, cultural exchange, and mutual assistance. Through various events, workshops, and activities, CSSA seeks to promote understanding and appreciation of Chinese culture within the broader university community. The purpose of the organization is community building. We want to create a welcoming environment where Chinese students and scholars can connect, share experiences, and support one another as they navigate academic and personal life at USF.
The Culturally Focused Clubs Council, is a student run organization that encourages collaboration amongst all of the culturally focused clubs on campus. We create and plan events that are catered to community, social justice and identity.
The purpose of the Disabled Student Union is to create an environment for education, community, and advocacy for those who resonate with themes of disability pride. We are committed to visibility and hope to increase conversations and create change surrounding accessibility on campus.
EESA is a cultural focused club that maintains, celebrates, and enriches the Ethiopian/Eritrean community and culture. EESA incorporates culturally appropriate events to create a community of EESA students here at USF.
French Club offers a safe and supportive space for any French language learner to practice and improve their French speaking, reading, listening, and writing ability through cultural events.
Hawaiian Ensemble is a way of spreading awareness of Polynesian culture to everyone on campus, Polynesians and non-Polynesians alike, thereby supporting the preservation of the culture and stories that we are so proud to learn from through song, dance, cultural workshops, language and Tahitian dance
Hui O Hawai'i is a cultural organization that observes and appreciates Hawaiian culture and Tahitian culture in efforts to promote the Aloha Spirit and the concept of 'Ohana (family). Hui O Hawai’i is a space for both students from the Polynesian islands and elsewhere to come together.
The Purpose of the Indian Student Organization (ISO) is to bring together students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. ISO’s main purpose is to educate our members as well as the university community on South Asian culture.
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship (IV) is a community of students and faculty learning what it means to follow Jesus together.
The Iranian Student Union seeks to create a space for students involved or interested in Iranian/Persian culture and language, helps to provide a source of belonging and familiarity for Iranian and Iranian-American students, as well as connect students of all backgrounds with Persian culture.
Our club aims to promote understanding of Japan and foster cultural exchange on campus. We want to share Japan's rich traditions, cuisine, and language while encouraging students from diverse backgrounds to connect and learn from each other. By organizing events and activities, we hope to create a vibrant community where everyone feels welcome and engaged.
Khmer Student Association fosters a safe space for Khmer students at USF and aims at the promotion and appreciation of Cambodian culture for not only the diaspora but for the community in general. The goal of the club is to give back to the Cambodian community and to preserve the Jesuit value.
LUNA aims to empower Latine students by promoting events that intersect our Latinidad, education, and advocacy. LUNA is a social club as well as an activist club, we plan events that bring Latine students together in community while hosting events that educate on issues most important to us.
MENA (Middle East/North Africa Club) is an organization where students of the region come together to share their cultures with one another and the greater USF community through food, music, and art. The organization also emphasizes raising awareness and funds for humanitarian crises in the region.
The purpose of this organization is to allow for Muslim students to connect as well as for non-Muslims to learn about Islam. Our mission is to create safe spaces for Muslim students to congregate and worship together.
The Palestinian Student Association aims to cultivate a vibrant on-campus Palestinian community identity through various cultural, educational, and outreach initiatives. Our goal is to promote understanding and appreciation of Palestinian culture for all those interested.
Sikh Student Association is a religious branch, under the United Sikh Movement that provides a community for Sikh and non-Sikh students interested in Sikhi values through the means of Simran, Seva, Sangat, and Academics.
The purpose of our organization is to foster a community for Black identifying women at USF. This organization values healing, self reflection, growth, self care, as well as mutual empowerment and support.
The purpose of Students for Israel Association is to build community among students interested in exploring the Jewish and Israeli culture. We aim to create an inclusive space for discussions on and understanding of Israeli culture and history, while also fostering positive Jewish identity, mutual respect, and dialogue on campus. Our values include promoting peace, advocacy for Israel, and combating antisemitism. This association is meant to be a community where students feel safe exploring these topics.
The purpose of this club is to support, uplift, advocate, and provide resources that can alleviate the stresses of navigating the complex immigration system. We want to unify people of all kinds of statuses and work together to make individuals more aware of immigration issues and serve communities.
The UNICEF Club at the University of San Francisco is committed to raising awareness about global issues affecting children, advocating for their rights, and mobilizing resources to support the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund's (UNICEF) life-saving programs worldwide.
The goal is to unite Viet students and those interested in Vietnamese culture, celebrating heritage and fostering identity appreciation. By "Bridging the Gap" between domestic and international students, we aim to introduce Vietnamese culture to the campus and raise awareness.
Young Disciples San Francisco is an evangelical youth ministry committed to changing the world with Christ through the evangelization of young people in this generation and beyond.The organization’s main activity will be weekly Bible studies on or near the campus. Outreach events will be conducted at the beginning of the Fall and Spring semesters to find new students interested in studying the Bible. The organization is committed to community service events that are student led, according the passion of students in the organization and consistent with the purpose of the organization.