Student Life

Clubs and Organizations

American Sign Language Club (ASL Club)

The ASL Club exists to increase opportunities for ASL students to practice American Sign Language in settings outside the classroom; to host events and trips relevant to students wishing to learn about ASL and the culture which surrounds it; to encourage fellowship among Deaf, hard of hearing and hearing people. Any student interested in and with a basic knowledge of ASL skills (knows the manual alphabet and basic introductory phrases) is invited to join. Advisor: Elizabeth Beldon (Represented on Student Academic Services Committee)Top of Page

Art Association

The Art Association of Bethel College is open to both art majors and nonart majors. The association is dedicated to the appreciation of art and its promotion through school related projects and special events. Advisor: TBA (Represented on Student Academic Services Committee)Top of Page

Bethel Uniting Fitness and Fun Club (B.U.F.F. Club)

B.U.F.F. is a club that advocates physical fitness as part of Bethel’s commitment to developing the whole person. In conjunction with the physical education department, B.U.F.F. plans activities and promotes physical wellness events. Advisor: Larry McClements (Represented on Social Life Committee)Top of Page

Fellowship of Christian Athletes

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes has the purpose of confronting athletes and coaches and through them, the youth of the nation, with the challenge of the adventure of following Christ and serving Him through the fellowship of the church, meetings, social events and service projects. Advisor: Mark Lantz (Represented on Spiritual Life Committee)Top of Page

Hawaiian Fellowship

The Hawaiian Fellowship is open to any student with interest in or a desire to learn more about Hawaii. Its purpose is to provide support and guidance for the students from Hawaii and to enhance students’ knowledge of the culture and differences found in the state of Hawaii. Advisor: Krista Wong (Represented on Student Multicultural Life Committee)Top of Page

International Student Fellowship

International Student Fellowship exists to assist international students in their educational experience at Bethel College. In both a collective setting as well as in a one-on-one setting, the International Student Fellowship advisor assists students with legal documents. INS interpretations and other issues common to international students. The International Student Fellowship also sponsors social events throughout the year. Advisor: Sheila Galloway (Represented on Student Multicultural Life Committee)Top of Page

Kingdom Mobilizers

Kingdom Mobilizers exists to increase missions’ awareness on campus. Students interested in missions meet together every Thursday night from 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm in the Shiloh Prayer Chapel. As well as having a new speaker each week, we worship and pray for the nations together to sharpen one another’s understanding of the opportunities and challenges for missionary service. Advisors: Bill Jones and LaVerne Blowers (Represented on Spiritual Life Committee)Top of Page

Mu Kappa

Mu Kappa International (Greek letters for M & K) is a unique new ministry organized by missionary kids themselves specifically to address their own needs. “By MKs for MKs” aptly describes its overriding focus. The purpose of Mu Kappa International is to help MKs in their cultural transitions; to promote growth, unity and Christian fellowship among chapter members; and to help coordinate the efforts of missions and paramission organizations to maximize the potential of over 30,000 MKs. Advisor: Bill Jones (Represented on Student Multicultural Life Committee and Spiritual Life Committee)Top of Page

Indiana Academy of Sciences

The Bethel Chapter of the Indiana Academy of Sciences is a student-faculty led professional society serving the interests of students in the sciences. The chapter emphasizes the integration of faith and science toward career preparation in the sciences. The academy has over 1,200 members statewide and encourages “scientific research and the diffusion of knowledge concerning the various departments of science to promote dialogue between individuals engaged in scientific work.” Advisors: Dr. Lynne Cary and Dr. Katie Weakland (Represented on Student Academic Services Committee)Top of Page

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

The Bethel chapter of SHRM aims to provide students with the opportunity to job shadow; meet and network with area business professionals, faculty, alumni and other students; learn practical skills that can be applied in the business world; and develop proper business etiquette. Through close contact with local professionals, we hope to develop a rapport with area businesses that would lead to internship in all areas of business for Bethel Students. In these internship, students would gain practical hands-on experience and be given the opportunity to apply their faith in a business setting. Advisor: Leslie Greising (Represented on Student Academic Services Committee)Top of Page

Spiritual Warfare Assault Team (S.W.A.T.)

S.W.A.T. exists to activate, equip and recruit Christians for the purpose of engaging in spiritual warfare. The primary method of S.W.A.T. warfare is continuous, intercessory, collective prayer. S.W.A.T. will be made up of any believer in Christ who is filled with the Holy Spirit and willing to commit himself/herself to regular prayer on behalf of God’s Kingdom. Advisor: Shawn Holtgren (Represented on Spiritual Life Committee)Top of Page