There are many clubs on campus where students can get involved in changemaking. Check out the videos, descriptions, and contact information below and learn how to join USD's community of changemakers!
Active Minds
Active Minds at USD is dedicated to changing the conversation about mental health by focusing on education and wellness.
Contact: hhausknechtbuss@sandiego.edu
Changemaker Student Committee
A group of students from all over campus who practice changemaking at USD by creating programs, initiatives, experiences, to foster a community where social change thrives.
Contact: changemaker@sandiego.edu
Gente Unida
Supports migrants seeking a more just life through programming on both sides of the border. We partner with various Tijuana shelters to provide art and dance to children and encourage immigrants to plug into society and live life fully.
Contact: adolfomercado@sandiego.edu
Humanitarian Society
The Humanitarian Society finds joy in learning about and empowering marginalized communities. We’re not just a club but a community guided by empathy, trust, and inclusion.
Contact: rpham@sandiego.edu
Saturdays with Seniors
A volunteer organization where USD students have the opportunity to participate in letter writing and virtual events with residents in local nursing homes.
Soup Kitchen Club
Helps support USD community and local San Diego community by delivering soup to those in need.
Contact: mfeeley@sandiego.edu
Students Working Against Trafficking
Students Working Against Trafficking (SWAT) is a USD student initiative that works to alleviate human trafficking in San Diego by holding events, partnering with PAX, and assisting local organizations to raise awareness and support survivors.
Contact: swatteamusd@gmail.com
Surfrider Foundation USD
A new student organization at USD aiming to educate and provide inclusive opportunities for students to help San Diego coastlines in an impactful way. We take action to protect beaches and waterways in our community, push for legislative change, promote sustainability, and more.
Contact: ing@sandiego.edu
Women in STEM
An organization providing empowerment to all females in the journey of STEM. We encourage anyone that supports women empowerment to join.
Contact: wisusd@gmail.com