Student Engagement

Campus Activities Board is an educational organization run by students that are working to create, plan, and execute events that bring the campus community together. Events are spread though different showings of cultural upbringings, differences in music, and displaying the different ways of diversity. We wish to provide social, educational, cultural, and recreational activities to the students on campus, both full-time and part-time.

• President: Leah Rolle, lroll380@ozarks.edu
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Micayla Sharkey, msharkey@ozarks.edu

The mission of the University of the Ozarks’ Student-Athlete Advisory Committee is to provide a means of communication for Student-Athletes for issues that affect their lives in and out of the field of competition.

• President: Emalee Smith, esmit447@ozarks.edu
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Sergio Molina, smolina@ozarks.edu

The purpose of DAC shall be to further the interests of the student body, encourage students to develop leadership qualities, encourage students to exemplify qualities of responsible citizenship, function cooperatively with other constituent bodies to achieve the mission and purpose of the University, improve student’s opinions may be expressed, represent students’ perspective of campus life and keep the student body informed on relevant issues.

Baptist Collegiate Ministries exist to provide opportunities to grow in Christ, connect with a local church, and serve the world. Therefore, students will be provided opportunities to learn and study the Bible, to develop leadership skills, to serve the UO campus, the community, state, nation, and around the world, and receive guidance as they face crises and critical life choices.

• President: TBD
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Alicia Nowotny-Stewart, astewart@ozarks.edu

The purpose of CSU is to serve as an official voice for students from the Caribbean region. The CSU seeks to embrace and celebrate the rich heritage of said students. Furthermore, CSU shall demonstrate the University of the Ozarks’ commitment to hospitality, education and diversity.

• President: Jalissa Hollingsworth, Jholl312@ozarks.edu
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Macy Jones, mjones@ozarks.edu

The Catholic Campus Ministry is a group of young adults who work together in strengthening their faith through sharing about their lives and being in community with one another.

• President: N/A
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Nicole England, nengland@ozarks.edu

The objectives of this club shall be to afford an opportunity for students of a Hispanic or any background to become better acquainted, have a space to develop and practice Hispanic traditions, and to have the opportunity to showcase the importance of this culture to the campus community. Furthermore, the HSA will strive to raise awareness and promote Hispanic Culture in the University of the Ozarks Campus and community as a whole.

• President: Gabriela de Jesus Bernal Santos, gbern155@ozarks.edu
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Argelia Garcia Saldivar, agsaldivar@ozarks.edu

The mission of Lion Heart Ministries is to be a welcoming community that leads members to become followers of Christ regardless of their religious backgrounds and create a sense of family by choice.

• President: Carol Samaniego, csama760@ozarks.edu
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Matt Bewley, mbewley@ozarks.edu

The purpose of Poetry in Motion Ministry is to spread the gospel through creative expression creating an atmosphere for young adults to worship freely without judgement. Poetry in Motion Ministry shows others the benefits of using their talents in a positive way to aid in expression and honor through hospitality.

• President: Irene Dames, idame439@ozarks.edu
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Jeremy Wilhelmi, jwllhelmi@ozarks.edu

The mission of The Alchemist Club is to promote scientific knowledge throughout the campus and local community by organizing activities and promoting community service.
We also provide opportunities for their members to network with people that share their passion, as well as give opportunities to enhance their understanding of the chemical sciences through events, guests’ lectures, demos, etc.

• President: VaderlyVega, vvega454@ozarks.edu
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Stewart Hart, shart@ozarks.edu

The purpose of The Entrepreneurship Club to inspire our members and turn their ideas into action. We also empower our members with the set of strategies and procedures that leads to a successful business.

• President: Nataly Vindas, nvind309@ozarks.edu
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Christine McCain, cmccain@ozarks.edu

The mission of The Financial Literacy Club is to help other students know how to manage their money, know more about savings and investing, and keep them updated about the finance world.

• President: Louisaac Anthony Delices, ldeli289@ozarks.edu
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Christine McCain, cmccain@ozarks.edu

The mission of The Leadership Club is to equip members with essential lifelong leadership skills and qualities that will make them more competent in the workplace.

• President: Dea Hepburn, dhepb625@ozarks.edu
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Daniel Warwick, dwarwick@ozarks.edu Matt Bewley, mbewley@ozarks.edu

The Marketing Club’s mission is to educate students about various areas of marketing, providing them with hands-on experience to support career development and job placement in the field.

• President: Aliya Rolle, aroll420@ozarks.edu
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Na Lisa Brown, nbrown@ozarks.edu

OBS encourages academic excellence and empowers members to expand academic interests. We create an environment where students can share their findings and interest in the sciences.

• President: Jessie Wright, jwrig759@ozarks.edu
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Christie Sampson, csampson@ozarks.edu

The mission of the Ozarks Historical Association is to bring together students within the University community to discuss historical events, current events, and popular culture renditions of historical periods in a safe and supportive environment. The club strives to help its members grow both academically and socially through these discussions and meetings.

• President: Erika Jones, ejone662@ozarks.edu
• Faculty/Staff Advisor: Karen Frank, kfrank@ozarks.edu

The purpose of the Ozarks Mathematical Society is to fellowship regularly and promote the virtues of mathematics.

President: Nathan Jennings, njenn282@ozarks.edu
Faculty/Staff Advisor: Javier Taylor, jtaylor@ozarks.edu

The purpose of this club is to provide a forum for intellectual debate and discussion. We host open forum discussions regarding past and present philosophical ideals and politics during meetings, host an off-campus speaker, and facilitate an essay competition of the year.

The purpose of the Psychology Club is to increase awareness, compassion, and understanding of mental illness within the campus community, eliminate the stigma of mental illness, lead by example, individually as Club members and in the organizational capacity, and present convocations and informative presentations.

It shall be the purpose of O.S.E.A to develop an understanding and appreciation of the teaching profession. To develop leadership and a professional attitude among college students interested in teaching.

The Entrepreneurship Club to inspire our members and turn their ideas into action. The E-Club empowers our members with the set of strategies and procedures that leads to a successful business.

The purpose of the Leadership Club is to help students develop leadership skills that will help them throughout their years at the University of the Ozarks and to aid students to develop into thriving adults who are active and engaged into their communities.

The Marketing Club is a service organization open to all marketing majors and business students along with the rest of the student population. The club focuses on career development and job placement in the marketing field. You may join the club at any time! Activities include monthly meetings, guest lectures, and various social events.

The primary purpose of Ozarks Art Society shall be to promote and nurture artistic expression and appreciation among its members and the broader community. Establishing a vibrant artistic community on campus and promoting all facets of art within the institution.

Promotes creative writing on the Ozarks campus and provides opportunities for members to improve their own writing. Wordsmiths sponsors a variety of events on campus, including a reading of horror-themed works for Halloween, a poetry delivery service on Valentine’s Day, and activities celebrating National Poetry Month throughout April.