Undergraduate and graduate students in the College are involved with a variety of student organizations, including honorary societies. Joining student organizations is a great way to be an active and engaged member of the College community. Students may join student organizations to network and socialize with their peers, complement academic pursuits, and bolster their professional development.
Anthropology Undergraduate Student Association (AUSA)
AUSA is a student-led registered independent organization of anthropology-inspired students with the ambition to excel academically and make a difference within their campus community. Members have an interest in anthropology access to many opportunities, including but not limited to professional and social activities and events, networking opportunities, service-learning experiences, a forum to discuss and debate anthropological topics, and various specialized workshops. Members are prepared for careers and/or graduate programs in anthropology and subject-related disciplines.
Black Student Association (BSA)
The Black Student Association is a space for Black students to come together and share space. Our main goal is to keep a space where students can speak about what’s going on or how they’re feeling while also being able to see students who look like them! We encourage everyone to join even if you aren’t black; however, the main focus is on Black students. We hold events throughout the year and also hold Black Grad at the end of each semester to celebrate our graduating students.
Environmental Justice Club (EJC)
The Environmental Justice Club at UH is a collective of students taking actions related to environmental injustices and social issues related to the environment on a local and global level. We strive to make a difference through educating ourselves and our campus community about the environment in Hawaiʻi and around the globe; and spread awareness about oppressive efforts made to actively harm those environments and the people of them.
Ethnic Studies Student Association (ESSA)
ESSA provides a space for art, social activism, and campus life. Members organize social hours to create community; hold study hours around midterms and finals; and plan workshops, speaker series and performances. They also organize a graduation ceremony for ES majors and certificate students.
Gender Equity Movement (GEM)
Gender Equity Movement is a safe space where we dismantle inequalities on a local and global scale. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels encouraged to share the changes they’d like to bring about in the world. Throughout the year, we organize events like period supply drives, women’s colloquiums, and fundraisers for planned parenthood. Our goal is to not only raise awareness, but also to inspire tangible change.
Geography and Environment Club
The Geography and Environment Club connects undergraduate and graduate students with faculty, alumni, and affiliates through a variety of social, academic, and community activities that promote a more sustainable Hawaiʻi.
Latinxs Unidxs (LU)
We are a group of students who are descended from the peoples and diverse cultures originating from the Americas. We identify with terms such as Raza, Chicanx, Latinx, Hispanic, Indigenous, Afro-Latino, and with our respective nationalities. Our goal is to provide opportunities for our student members to immerse themselves in cultural, academic, and social experiences and projects that honor the Indigenous and local cultures of Hawai‘i, speak to our histories, and create spaces for us to build community.
Mānoa Academy of Gamers (MAG)
MAG seeks to create a safe, inclusive community with the medium of gaming and esports.
The Mānoa Economic Association (MEA)
The Mānoa Economic Association aims to support economics students at the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa in overcoming barriers to success by providing comprehensive resources for academic and professional development. MEA is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community that supports economics students in their pursuit of higher education, career advancement, networking opportunities, and research endeavors.
Pasifika Allies Association (PAʻA)
PA‘A–meaning “firm” and “engaged” in ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i, and “way of life” in fino Chamoru–perpetuates our collective Pasifika values of ancestors, community, family, history, heritage, reciprocity, and respect through collaborative events that provide a safe space, cultivate community, and regenerate relationships for Pasifika students and all others that share our collective values at UHM. “Paʻa ka ʻike i ke aʻo ʻana o nā kūpuna: The knowledge is solidified by the teachings of the ancestors.” We welcome all to join us, and we have no requirements. Membership sign-up form.
Planners of Hawaiʻi
Planners of Hawaiʻi is a dedicated group of change-makers that envision de-colonial futures, centering Kānaka Maoli (Native Hawaiians), feminist, and indigenous knowledge systems in planning and Hawaiʻi, aiming to create a respected, inclusive, caring, transparent, and educational environment for all generations to come.
Psi Sigma – The Psychology Connection
Psi Sigma is the first social club for psychology majors at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. Members benefit from opportunities for collegiate and community engagement, graduate school or career preparation, and application of psychology knowledge in social events.
Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)
PRSSA strives to involve members in the communication industry through speaking events, career tours, networking mixers, and more. Students develop communication skills and gain access to tools that help launch careers, broaden networks, and enhance education.
The Sociology Club
The Sociology Club at UH Mānoa is an outlet for sociology majors to receive department support, collaborate with one another on community actions, and gain career inspiration. We gather with the intention of connecting individuals with diverse passions and focuses within the broad field of sociology. Our club’s events engage the broader campus and social sciences community to encourage more people to declare a sociology major.
Student Veterans of America (SVA)
The SVA assists student veterans and their families in pursuing their educational, professional, and vocational goals by providing access to information, tools, and services that will enhance service member skills as they transition to civilian life and provide networking opportunities and referrals for services.
Well R(EA)D
Well R(ea)d is a politically oriented reading group at UH Manoa. We read texts that will aid us in our understanding of contemporary social and political issues. Anybody who is interested in deeper conversations and discussions of our present day can come and read with us in Dean Hall 6 ACCESS Lounge.
Alpha Kappa Delta (AKD) – International Sociology Honor Society
AKD seeks to acknowledge and promote excellence in scholarship in the study of sociology, the research of social problems, and other social and intellectual activities that lead to improvement of the human condition.
Lambda Alpha National Anthropology Honor Society
Lambda Alpha was established in 1968 to promote the study of anthropology by acknowledging and recognizing students for their exemplary contributions and achievements through society membership. Beta of Hawaiʻi is the UH Mānoa Anthropology department’s chapter.
Lambda Pi Eta (LPH)
LPH is the National Communication Association’s official honor society at four-year colleges and universities. LPH’s goals include promoting and encouraging professional development among Communication majors, and providing an opportunity to discuss and exchange ideas in the field.
Omicron Delta Epsilon – International Economics Honor Society
Omicron Delta Epsilon, one of the world’s largest academic honor societies, seeks to recognize outstanding achievements in economics and establish closer ties between students and faculty in economics.
Pi Gamma Mu – Hawaii Alpha Chapter
Pi Gamma Mu is the oldest and preeminent honor society in the social sciences. Its mission is to encourage and recognize superior scholarship in social science disciplines and to foster cooperation and social service among its members.
Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology, UH Mānoa Chapter
Psi Chi is an international honor society whose purpose shall be to encourage, stimulate, and maintain excellence in scholarship of the individual members in all fields, particularly in psychology, and to advance the science of psychology.
Anthropology Graduate Student Association (AGSA)
AGSA is a volunteer organization of graduate students in the Department of Anthropology. AGSA supports graduate student research, engages in outreach activities, and assists in the facilitation of faculty-graduate student communication.
Graduate Student Sociological Association (GSSA)
GSSA was established to provide graduate students in Sociology at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa with professional, social and cultural support; a forum for discussion about student issues; and official representation in the Department of Sociology.
Public Administration Student Organization (PASO)
PASO has provided social and academic opportunities to bring together graduate students in the Public Administration Program. Past events include a Speaker Series and various volunteer opportunities.
Student organizations at UH Mānoa can apply for Registered Independent Organization (RIO) status through Student Life & Development (SLD). According to SLD, forming an RIO requires at least 6 current UH Mānoa students, faculty or staff members with a shared interest in establishing, developing, representing and being responsible for the proposed organization. All RIOs must renew their status on an annual basis to remain active. Most organizations submit documents for registration at the beginning of the fall semester so they can be active for the full academic year. However, the Office of Student Life and Development will process applications throughout the academic year.
RIO Funding
The Associated Students of the University of Hawaiʻi (ASUH) offers funding opportunities for RIOs. See the RIO Funding page on ASUH’s website for application and deadlines.
The Student Activity and Program Fee Board (SAPFB) also provides funding opportunities for RIOs. See the SAPFB Calendar and check their announcements page for updates.
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