Get Involved
From professional development and skills building groups to student government, fitness, and cultural clubs, our student-led organizations are the perfect way for you to connect with classmates and find your community.
Join or Start a Student Organization
Interested in getting involved? To join one of the listed student organizations, email [email protected] and we’ll connect you with the right group. To start or update an organization, review the guidebook and complete the form below.
Active Student Organizations at UWS
Explore the organizations below to find a community that matches your interests and professional goals.
Note: These groups may vary from year to year depending on student involvement.
This club helps students develop and refine their adjustive technique skills.
The Asian Student Association aims to motivate, assist, and support students while encouraging exploration of the diverse Asian cultures at University of Western States. The club fosters camaraderie among students, enhances student success, and promotes academic excellence within the chiropractic and naturopathic profession.
The purpose of ASB is to support the UWS mission and core values while promoting the educational, professional, social, and cultural development of its members through:
- Representation and advocacy for ASB member interests
- Cultivating acceptance, inclusion, and a sense of belonging among ASB members
- Organization of programming and activities that support student well-being and professional development
All UWS students enrolled in a degree-seeking program, certificate, or academic credential are considered members of ASB. Learn more here.
Follow ASB on Instagram to stay updated on upcoming events.
Meeting Frequency: at least three times per academic term
The CMHC/SPP Student Advisory and Engagement Board serves as a voice for students in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Sport and Performance Psychology programs at University of Western States. The board advocates for the needs of online students through collaboration with faculty, staff, and other student organizations, helping enhance the overall student experience.
If you’re interested in participating, please sign the Golf Club Participation waiver.
The Mind Body Medicine Club will bring support, connection and mindfulness tools to our community at UWS, including students from all quarters, whether it is your first day on campus or your last day in clinic.
The Motion Palpation Institute (MPI) is a technique concept and integrated assessment sub-system that helps students master assessment and treatment of the neuromusculoskeletal system. MPI emphasizes hands-on chiropractic techniques, including palpation and manipulation of joints and muscles for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
Meeting Frequency: once per week
The Pediatric Chiropractic Club provides chiropractic students with the opportunity to learn more about working with pediatric patients and their unique treatment needs. Whether you want to serve pediatric patients in your practice, are curious about working with children, or simply want to round out your education, this club is here to support your pediatric endeavors. The Pediatric Chiropractic Club hosts speakers and hands-on learning opportunities to help students prepare for working with children and families in practice.
The Queer and Allies Club is a club that recognizes all LGBTQIA+ identities. This space welcomes both students who identify as queer and those who want to learn more about queer issues and become more inclusive practitioners. The club discusses relevant topics, engages in advocacy, and may host guest presenters.
Rehab 2 Performance focuses on the rehabilitation side of patient care. Members share assessment techniques and exercises that promote active patient care. This club provides a fun learning environment that aims to get everyone moving and involved. One of the best parts about this club is the ability to meet students from different quarters and backgrounds, form relationships, and learn from a variety of people.
Meeting Frequency: twice per week
The Student Canadian Chiropractic Association (SCCA) serves as the Canadian counterpart to SACA (Student American Chiropractic Association). The organization supports Canadian chiropractic students by providing opportunities to learn, lead, and advocate for the profession.
The collaboration between SACA and SCCA helps provide Canadian students with the same access to the chiropractic profession that SACA provides to American students while strengthening leadership and community within the UWS student population.
The Soft Tissue and Manual Therapy Club explores various manual therapy techniques and exposes students to effective ways to assess, treat, and release overactive muscles.
Meeting Frequency: once per week
From Injury to Performance: Learn the Science of Sports Chiropractic. We focus on the education of sports related injuries, rehabilitation and treatment. All are welcome to attend our bi-weekly meetings.
Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) exists to foster professional growth, leadership, service and community among occupational therapy students. Through educational opportunities, advocacy, collaboration and engagement with the profession, SOTA supports the development of ethical, evidence-informed practitioners who embrace whole-person health, cultural responsiveness, interprofessional collaboration and lifelong learning.
If you’re interested in participating, please sign the Volleyball Club Participation waiver.