Participation in student clubs and organizations, events, community service, and intercollegiate and intramural sports helps students become well-rounded citizens and professionals. The Lyndon campus offers a variety of clubs and activities to join in, including student government, dance ensemble, VTSUnity, Outing Club, Ultimate Frisbee Club, Gardening Club, and more. If you don’t find a club that matches your interests, you’re welcome to start your own!
Current Vermont State Lyndon Clubs
Student Government Association
The Student Government Association (SGA) is a dedicated body of elected student representatives focused on championing the varied interests and concerns of our student community. Through collaboration and active engagement, they organize events, prioritize inclusivity, and strive to create a vibrant and united campus experience for all students.
American Meteorological Society (AMS)
Lyndon’s chapter of AMS/NWA encourages fellowship among its members, stimulates awareness and interest in meteorology and related activities, and promotes the sharing of knowledge in the science of meteorology. The club frequently invites speakers to the campus, oversees a national meteorology conference, and organizes other Lyndon traditions such as the annual talent show, fall and spring BBQs, and more.
Campus Activities Board (CAB)
The primary purpose of CAB is to plan, facilitate, and implement social, cultural, and educational activities that enrich the Vermont State Lyndon campus community and the neighboring areas. CAB’s programming emphasizes a diverse and balanced series of events and activities.
The Critic
The Critic serves as a news outlet dedicated to serving the students of the Vermont State Lyndon campus. The goal of The Critic is to offer high-quality journalistic and editorial content across various platforms. The outlet aims to present diverse opinions while upholding high standards of journalistic integrity and respect. Its primary mission is to serve the interests of Lyndon’s students and to keep them informed, educated, and entertained.
MEISA
MEISA stands for the National Music and Entertainment Industry Students Association. The association’s goal is to create a platform for ideas, strategies, and innovative educational concepts to help students meet the professional challenges of the music industry in the 21st century. Additionally, MEISA focuses on advancing its members’ knowledge, experience, and skills to further their career aspirations in the music industry.
Sports Medicine Club
The Sports Medicine Club aims to unite students interested in broadening both their personal and the campus’ understanding of sport-related medicine outside the classroom setting. The club is open to any student with an interest in the subject. Historically, members of the club have attended conferences, relayed their learnings to the campus, and even offered complimentary CPR training to the campus community!
Rugby Club
The Rugby Club trains in and participates in the sport of rugby at the intercollegiate level throughout the New England area. The team plays its home games on the College Rugby Field. Additionally, the Rugby Club typically hosts the Snow Bowl every March.
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)
The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) at the Lyndon campus works to enhance the student-athlete experience and contribute to the broader Lyndon community. The committee comprises student representatives from each of the fifteen varsity teams at Vermont State Lyndon.
VTSUnity
VTSUnity promotes awareness of LGBTQIA+ issues within the Lyndon community and its surrounding areas. The organization’s goal is to establish a safe and inclusive environment for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
Lyndon Dance Ensemble
The Vermont State Lyndon Dance Ensemble aims to include dancers of various experience levels in recitals and performances that showcase the ensemble’s artistic abilities.
Lyndon Gaming Community
The Lyndon Gaming Community serves as a hub for gaming enthusiasts of all types. The community gathers multiple times each week during evenings, allowing members to engage in gaming and build community. From tabletop to online and mobile gaming, this community embraces all forms. Each semester, the community collaborates with SALC to secure space in a computer lab and its adjoining classrooms for member use.
Occult Club
Outing Club
This group provides quality outdoor activities and expeditions for the Lyndon community and alumni and promotes good fellowship among members. It allows for people to enhance their leadership and outdoor skills. This club works with students on a weekly basis at Lyndon’s new rock wall along with various outdoor adventure trips throughout New England and organizes week-long trips during breaks throughout the semester.
This club offers quality outdoor activities and expeditions for the Lyndon community and its alumni, fostering camaraderie among its members. The club encourages individuals to enhance their leadership and outdoor skills. Weekly engagements with students occur at Lyndon’s new rock wall, along with various outdoor adventure trips across New England and organizes week long trips during semester breaks.
Ski and Ride
The Vermont State Lyndon Ski & Ride Club provides students with opportunities to advance as skiers or snowboarders by utilizing on-campus features and organizing trips to different mountains. This club encourages connections among students passionate about skiing and snowboarding, promoting the ski and ride culture. The Vermont State Lyndon Ski & Ride Club oversees ski and snowboard movie premieres, the construction of on-campus features, as well as creating and competing in events at the local and collegiate levels.
Twilight Players
Dedicated to the performing and interpretive arts, the Twilight Players cultivate an environment where these arts thrive across diverse media and community service projects. As one of Lyndon’s longest-standing student groups, the Twilight Players typically produce two shows annually for the Lyndon community and its neighbors. Additionally, they organize impromptu nights inviting all community members to participate.
The Sting
The Sting functions as a student-run radio station. Student DJs receive training on operating the station and get designated slots for their individual shows. Beyond broadcasting, this organization regularly sponsors live music series, DJs at community events, and promotes music exploration through diverse avenues.
