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There are over 80 student
organizations at Macalester. Here is a sampling of student
organizations with a community involvement focus. The CEC serves as a
resource for any student organization interested in civic engagement or
work in the community.
Amnesty International
Amnesty International seeks to raise awareness of
human rights violations around the world. Students in this organization
write letters to various governments, organize events, and bring
speakers to campus.
Environmental
Funk
Environmental Funk is a student organization concerned with the
environment and environment-related political issues.
Habitat for
Humanity
The campus chapter participates in regular volunteer
projects and plans trips over fall and spring breaks. For more
information, email the CEC or
call us at x6040.
Mac Peace and Justice Committee (MPJC)
MPJC is dedicated to creating an awareness of
peace and justice issues through education, outreach, and campus
events. Members often work for change through letter writing campaigns,
speakers, film presentations, group discussions and protests.
Feminists in Action (FIA)
FIA is a collection of Macalester
students who are interested in issues involving feminism, gender, and
equality both on and off the Macalester campus. FIA is not just for
women, but for everyone interested in equality for all genders and
people!
Students
Together Against Rape and Sexual Assault (STARSA)
STARSA's goals include: increasing campus awareness of rape and sexual
assault in the community and at Macalester, promoting action against
sexual violence, and providing resources and support for students at
Macalester. This organization also provides a forum for discussion on
issues concerning sexual violence.
MACTION
This student-run organization coordinates one-time
events such as the Blood Drive, International KidsFest and the Double
Deal Auction. To get involved, call MACTION, x6440.
Mac Bike
The primary function of Mac Bike is to
provide the entire community with free bicycle maintenance and repair.
Students may themselves access the assortment of tools found in the
shop, or learn from one of the student mechanics. Group rides are organized through
the greater Twin Cities area during warmer months.
Mac Cares
The Macalester Conservation and Renewable Energy Society is dedicated
to moving into a clean-energy future through practical projects on
campus and through coordination and outreach with organizations working
against global warming and oil politics to achieve a
sustainable world.
Macalester
Democrats
The Macalester Democrats organize rallies, forums, debates and work on
political campaigns for the local DFL and National Democratic Party.
Members also participate in service projects throughout the year.
Macalester
Greens
The Greens are a student-run, activist-political organization that
works to forward the Green Party's 10 key values: grassroots democracy,
ecological wisdom, feminism, social justice, nonviolence,
community-base economics, personal and global responsibility, respect
for diversity, decentralization, and future focus. Macalester Greens
work closely on projects with other student organizations of similar
vision.
MacGOP
MacGOP is an organization established to represent, encourage,
and promote interest and dialogue in contemporary conservative societal
and political issues. In addition, MacGOP provides volunteer
efforts, coinciding with the MN College Republicans, for Republican
candidates across the state of Minnesota as well as nationally. Any
politically interested conservative student is encouraged to join.
MaCECup
MaCECup promotes unity and multiculturalism by
making and serving soup, a food uniquely suited to fostering a
community spirit, and providing a comfortable haven for those students
seeking companionship in a relaxed atmosphere.
Minnesota
Public Interest Research Group (MPIRG)
MPIRG works on social and
environmental issues and campaigns. Issues have included corporate
accountability, the information highway, financial aid and Earth Day.
Macalester
Urban, Land, and Community Health (MULCH)
MULCH is the student organization that loves dirt and believes that
getting dirty is healthy for the soil, healthy for us, and healthy for
the campus community. We tend to the community garden by the field
house and attempt to raise sustainable agricultural awareness as best
we can.
Macalester Peace and Justice Committee (MPJC)
MPJC is
committed to raising awareness about various progressive issues
pertaining to the Macalester community and the greater global community
through the organizing of speakers, discussions, circulation of
petitions, and the coordination of demonstrations.
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