African Students Association  (DASA)     Contact: Solomon Chijioke (president@dasadrexel.org@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: The objectives of this organization: 1. To form a cohesive group of students in the Drexel community that will provide a supportive structure both on an academic and social level. 2. To stimulate African awareness through the events pertaining to African issues, heritage and culture. 3. To act as a supportive mechanism to incoming students who desire to learn about diverse African cultures.

Asian Student Assocation  (ASA)     Contact: Duy Tran (dct25@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: Officers of the ASA will be empowered to work on behalf of the students in order to promote the general interests of the Asian Students; to represent the diversity of Asian Cultures; to serve our community by being aware of issues in and around the area through the events, workshops, speakers, activities, ect. and most importantly to unite our cultural backgrounds.

Bhangra  (DUB)     Contact: Amitoj Chatrath (asc48@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: As a team we will express the vibrant Punjabi culture through Bhangra, a joyous and energetic folk dance originally from Punjab, India. We will aspire to captivate the styles and sentiments of traditional Bhangra on stage nationwide at events such as charities, fundraisers, functions, and competitions. With dignity, integrity, and honorably representing Drexel University’s name, the team is determined to increase awareness and tolerance of the Punjabi culture and overall diversity.

Dandiya      Contact: Neer Shah (ns379@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: Dandiya hopes to revive South Asian cultural awareness through a combination of traditional and modern Gujarati folk dance styles. Unlike other dance groups, Dandiya will not focus on a single style of Gujarati folk dance, but will incorporate many different sectors of dance including Garba, Raas, and original Folk Dance. Dandiya plans to raise attention towards South Asian culture with plans to participate in various cultural events and competitions across the University, surrounding community, and the nation.

Diversity Leadership Organization  (DLO)     Contact: Alisha Merchant (aam73@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description:

Drexel Art Organization  (DART)     Contact: Laura Disanto (lmd75@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: The mission of the Art Club is to forge links between the community of local artists, visiting exhibitions, museums and installations. We plan on inviting guest lecturers to deepen our knowledge of the world of art, which surrounds us.

Drexel Indian Undergraduate Students Association  (DISHA)     Contact: Ali Sajwani (ams332@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: This association's main purpose is to celebrate the radiant spirit of India and share India's rich, rhythmic and fascinating cultural heritage with the diverse student body, through the various events all year round.

Filipino Intercultural Society of Drexel University  (FISDU)     Contact: Christopher Escudero (cje32@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: The purpose of this association shall be to strengthen, represent, and spread the Filipino culture throughout the Drexel community. A. To promote and represent the Filipino culture. B. To interact with other organizations on campus and from other colleges in order to grasp a stronger bond between all the cultures in the Drexel community. C. To offer support and aid to Filipinos studying at Drexel. D. To provide service to Drexel and Filipino awareness through social events.

Foundation of Undergraduates for Sexual Equality  (FUSE)     Contact: David Bria (dmb97@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: The Foundation of (Under)graduates for Sexual Equality [FUSE] is a non-exclusive student organization that strives to promote acceptance, understanding, unity, and empowerment among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, and Ally [LGBTQA] individuals. This objective will be accomplished by the development of a diverse, supportive, educational, constructive, and social atmosphere. Through the strategic use of information, guidance, and recreation FUSE will serve as network and resource to unify the LGBTQA community with Drexel University and the city of Philadelphia.

Hellenic Society      Contact: Christina Siontis (cs394@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: The obectives are: 1. To actively participate and take a public stand, on educational and social issues. 2. Support the Hellenic Community of Philadelphia and neighboring suburbs, and the Hellenic Nation (national issues), in collaboration with different organizations within the Hellenic Community. 3. To support and promote Hellenic Student Societies and Associations in foreign countries which are actively seeking to resolve common concerns (recognition of degrees received etc.) 4. To provide help to every Greek student that wishes to enroll at Drexel University, coming from a different state or country. 5. To promote Co-Op opportunities in Greece in more places other than Athens. 6. Promote Hellenic folk cultural heritage. 7. To introduce members of the international community to modern Hellenic culture, and to emphasize the contribution of Hellenism to Humanity.

Hong Kong Students Association  (HKSA)     Contact: King Yin Sham (sham@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description:

Italian Students Organization  (ISO)     Contact: Mark Nicholas Wright (mnw24@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: The purpose of the ISO is to promote and characterize Italian culture, foster bonds with other cultural communities, and to care for the Italian community through service and support.

Japanese Undergraduate Student Association  (JUSA)     Contact: Nathan Young (nmy23@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: Japanese Undergraduate Student Association has been formed for intercultural friendships and to serve as a bridge between the undergraduate Japanese students and other students with a variety of cultural backgrounds in the Drexel University Community. At the same time, the role of JUSA is to provide support to the undergraduate students who are adjusting to the new environment as well as to college life.

Korean Student Association  (KSA)     Contact: Antonio Jun (arj35@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: The Korean Student Association is an organization dedicated to the cultivation of cultural awareness through education and social development by serving and interacting with its surrounding communities.

Latinos for a United Campus  (LUC)     Contact: Hector L Torres III (ht67@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: "Latinos for a United Campus" is established for the expressed purpose of bringing about a greater sense of community and cultural awareness amongst Drexel students (with an emphasis on, but not explicitly limited to, Latin culture) through leadership and as well as an awareness of social responsibilities to encourage students to participate in and communicate through student organized affairs. “Latinos for a United Campus” is also established with the intent to utilize and develop our leadership skills through civic engagement as well as creating a positive learning environment for new, prospective, and transfer students through mentoring, study groups, tutoring, etc.

Malaysian Student Association  (MSA)     Contact: Chern-Hooi Lim (drexel.msa@gmail.com@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: To foster friendship among students interested in Malaysian culture and exchange between Malaysian students at Drexel and students from other countries in Philadelphia

Multicultural Greek Council  (MGC)     Contact: Caroline Shu (cts35@drexel.edu)     Category: Umbrella     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description:

PRAGATHI-Graduate Indian Student Association      Contact: Vasista S Majji (vsm29@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: The objectives of Pragathi is to increase the awareness of Indians on campus and in the community, to preserve the rich cultural heritage of India, to ensure a homely atmosphere for Indian students living away from home and to unite Indians and people of other races by celebrating and learning from diversity.

Romanian Organization  (RO)     Contact: iuliana Balascuta (ib53@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description:

Salsa con Cache'      Contact: Nicole Echols (nae24@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: Its objective is to educate members and community the Latino Culture through song and dance. Goal is to perform locally and/or compete in area salsa contests.

Shor      Contact: Atman Shah (ahs35@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: Drexel Shor will bring out social and musical interaction between its members and audiences through Acapella with multi-lingual entertainment ranging from Indian Classical, Indipop and English music.

Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers  (SHPE)     Contact: Freddy Padilla (ap364@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: The purpose of the Drexel Student Chapter is to: 1. Promote the advancement of Hispanic engineers and scientists in employment and education. 2. Develop and/or participate in programs with industry and the University which benefit students seeking technical degrees. 3. Improve the retention of Hispanic students enrolled in engineering, math, and science students. 4. Provide a forum, in cooperation with local organizations, to increase the number of Hispanic students attending college for an engineering, math, or science based career. 5. Take an active role to increase the number of minority students. 6. Engage students in developing their leadership and professional skills.

Stud Assoc for Reviving Entertain, Games & Art of Malayalees  (SA RE GA MA)     Contact: Juff George (jg386@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: SA RE GA MA is committed to promoting pride amongst the Malayalee community at Drexel University. We also want to spread awareness on the whole about our culture and history by setting up cultural events throughout campus.

The African American Perspective  (AAP)     Contact: Sandra Darkwah (aapdrexel@gmail.com@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: To explore contemporary literature from the perspective of people of color. This group also seeks to educate members of different races about African American heritage and culture not seen in popular media.

Turkish Student Association  (TSA)     Contact: Sinan Ferit Tuzer (ft48@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: The Drexel University Turkish Student Association will: Promote social relations and cooperation among the members; Expose Drexel University community to the Turkish culture; Promote interactions between its members and the members of Drexel University community; Cooperate closely with other organizations at Drexel University.

Ukrainian Society  (DUS)     Contact: Arianna Watters (alw56@drexel.edu)     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: To spread the knowledge of Ukrainian history, particularly Ukrainian culture. To unite students who are interested in Ukrainian culture and traditions. To be aware and educate others on current issues in Ukraine.

Variety of Indian Cultural Expressions  (VOICE)     Contact: Jobin James (jsj27@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: The purpose of the organization shall be to foster cultural, educational, and social exchange among students who have an interest in South Asian Culture. Furthermore, VOICE provides a forum for its members to share their views with the entire Drexel community while promoting interaction among undergraduate, graduate students, and faculty.

Vietnamese Student Association  (VSA)     Contact: Hai Nguyen (hn63@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: To provide those with different background with a better understanding of the Vietnamese cultures through activities and events that would promotes beneficial outcome to the universities and other members of the community.

West Indian Student Establishment  (WISE)     Contact: Andrew Moore (abm44@drexel.edu)     Website: Link     Category: Open     Recognized:  Yes     Mission/Description: The purpose of this organization shall be to socially, academically, and culturally unite the West Indian student population at Drexel University in order to provide a channel for the sharing of the Caribbean culture, traditions and beliefs with the rest of the Drexel University community.