Student-led Clubs and Organizations

Join the Anime Club and dive into the world of anime with fellow fans! Share storytelling and the culture of fantasy stories. Expect to view and discuss anime genre films while also getting involved in some cultural activities that will occur off campus. Come share your passion and make every meeting a new adventure!

• President: Ryan Cantwell (ryan.cantwell@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Darshan Balaji (darshan.balaji@slu.edu)
• Communications director: David Chavez (david.chavez@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Brian Goss (brian.goss@slu.edu)

If you're interested in making art and meeting new people, or simply want to know more about art and art history, consider joining the art club! We will visit museums and have discussions over coffee or drinks and some events surrounding making art will be on the table for everyone to enjoy.

• Co-presidents: Madeleine Turney (madeleine.turney@slu.edu) and Theo Brown (theo.brown@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Sabine Gillelen (sabine.gillelen@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Fabiola Martínez  (fabiola.martinez.1@slu.edu)

The Asian Culture Club (ACC) aims to celebrate the diverse and unique cultures that span Asia. It provides a space for Asian students of different upbringings and backgrounds to discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with being Asian in today's age. Furthermore, the club spreads awareness about the diverse community of Asians at SLU-Madrid by being open to members coming from non-Asian backgrounds by allowing them to learn about the unique lives of Asians through cultural discussions, cuisine, and cultural events that will allow members to experience a multi-faceted approach to the diverse culture that permeates throughout Asia. 

• President: Santi Águila (santi.aguila@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Lydia Olin-Hitt (lydia.olinhitt@slu.edu)
• Events coordinator: Reagan Tran (reagan.tran@slu.edu)
• Public outreach coordinator: Carlota Alvarez (carlota.alvarez@slu.edu)
• Marketing director: Denise Soriano (denise.soriano@slu.edu)
• Communications manager: Andy De Los Reyes (andy.delosreyes@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Namita Chawla (namita.chawla@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Victoria Villarreal (victoria.villarreal@slu.edu)

B/EECC aims to introduce students to Balkan and Eastern European cultures through hands-on workshops in arts, crafts, dance and food. By offering creative experiences like traditional painting, dance classes, and potlucks, we immerse students in the rich cultural heritage of the region. The club fosters a positive community of cultural exchange, welcoming those with ancestry from the Balkans and Eastern Europe, as well as those interested in learning more about these vibrant cultures.

• President: Lilla Orbán (lilla.orban@slu.edu)
• Events coordinator/treasurer: Vicky Coneva (vicky.coneva@slu.edu)
• Publicity manager: Axelia Meissner (axelia.meissner@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Olivia Badoi (olivia.badoi@slu.edu)

The Beach Volleyball Club aims to connect students by creating opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, meet new people and play beach volleyball. The goal is to foster a community of people who share a love for the sport, friends and fun. All skill levels are welcome and encouraged to join.

• President: Britton Francis (britton.francis@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Nicholas Passaro (nicholas.passaro@slu.edu)
• Advisor: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu)

The Black and African Student Union works on both celebrating and educating the SLU community about Black culture, including an understanding of its struggles.

• President: Sena Segbefia (sena.segbefia@slu.edu) 
• Vice president: Neveah Garcia (neveah.garcia@slu.edu)
• Communications manager: Abigail Amane (abi.amane@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Emmanuel Ezeocha (emmanuelezeocha.ezeocha@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Sharrad Belin (sharrad.belin@slu.edu)

We make bocadillos (sandwiches) and distribute them among people who are unhoused in the city center. But the sandwich is only a pretext; our main goal is to give them the dignity they deserve by sitting with them and listening as we share our life stories.

• Co-presidents: Olivia Wendel (olivia.wendel@slu.edu) and Abby Globokar (abby.globokar@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Office of Student Life (studentlife-madrid@slu.edu)

Chess is an exercise for the mind. Chess players learn to focus, visualize, strategize, analyze and think abstractly. Not a grandmaster? Not to worry. Don't know how to play? We'll teach you.

• President: Britney S. Saras Félix (britney.saras@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Student Life (studentlife-madrid@slu.edu)

The Climbing Club organizes indoor and outdoor climbing activities around Madrid. It's a great way to connect with the community through nature and recreational activities while learning more about rock climbing. Anyone is welcome to join, and we hope to see you soon!

• President: Cole Cook (cole.cook@slu.edu)
• Advisor: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu)

The Community Garden Club aims to help students gain new gardening skills, foster community-building, and cultivate a garden. Gardening is beneficial for mental health, and we welcome all members to join us! 

• President: Mackenzie O'Leary (mackenzie.oleary@slu.edu)
• Co-vice-presidents: Vicky Coneva (vicky.coneva@slu.edu) and Francisco Morán (francisco.moran@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Caroline Fields (caroline.fields@slu.edu)
• Secretary: Ella Goodyear (ella.goodyear@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Mónica Pérez-Bedmar (monica.perezbedmar.1@slu.edu)

The goal of the Convivium Club is to cultivate creativity on campus by hosting art and open mic contests as well as magazine creation and "Art in the Park" events. Convivium is a club that works diligently to support each student in their creative endeavors. 

• President: Santi Águila (santi.aguila@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Alejandro Moran (alejandro.moran@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Meaux Mosley (myles.mosley@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Lana Clevinger (lclevinger@slu.edu )
• Advisor: Timothy Day (timothy.day@slu.edu)

The Dance Club is an inclusive dance community at SLU-Madrid. Primary activities will include dance classes and workshops, and social dance events in "salas de baile" around Madrid. This club is a great way for students to meet new people who enjoy dancing, experience dance culture in Spain, and promote fitness and well-being.  

• President: Lara Mitchell Guirao (lara.mitchellguirao@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Ilinca Ignat (ana.ignat@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Emma Hartley (emma.hartley@slu.edu)
• Advisor: María Jesús Peces-Barba (mariajesus.pecesbarba@slu.edu)

The Engineering and Computer Science Club aims to allow STEM students to bring topics and ideas from lectures to the real world via student-led projects. 

• President: Josie Furr (josephine.furr@slu.edu)
• Co-vice-presidents: Esteban Archambault (esteban.archambault@slu.edu) and Abdelmajid Amara (abdelmajid.amara@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Charles El Mir (charles.elmir@slu.edu)

An initiative for a better tomorrow. An organization for the true citizens of Earth who want to create a better place to live in. "It's better to make our planet 'Earth' worth living rather than searching for some other in the Cosmos."

• Co-presidents: Abigail Jack (abigail.jack@slu.edu) and Ella Goodyear (ella.goodyear@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Mónica Pérez Bedmar (monica.perezbedmar.1@slu.edu)

Fashion Club aims to give students who like fashion an opportunity to expand their knowledge, network and offer a safe environment to express themselves freely.

• President: Carolina Daou (carolina.brennerdaou@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Mariangel Lugo (mariangel.lugo@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Adrian Ortiz (adrian.ortizsarmiento@slu.edu)
• Events coordinator: Aymane Noukoud (aymane.noukoud@slu.edu)
• Marketing coordinator: Alexandra Hammond (alexandra.hammond@slu.edu) 
• Advisor: Peter Nahmias (peter.nahmias@slu.edu)

The Future Medical Professional Club allows students to learn about future and present medical events. The club aims to help students determine how and where they see themselves in the medical field and helps them stay informed regarding all aspects of the industry. 

• President: Aminah Ahmed (aminah.ahmed@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Heather Sañudo (heather.sanudo@slu.edu)

The Gourmet Club connects people with a common interest of fine cooking and discovering and trying new flavors. We meet to cook and try fine dishes from around the world.

• President: Madeleine Turney (madeleine.turney@slu.edu)
• Co-president: Britton Francis (britton.francis@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Shane Kirkland (shane.kirkland@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Hamish Binns (hamish.binns@slu.edu)

The Green Bandana Project at SLU-Madrid is a student–led mental health organization in which students are trained to respond to mental health crises. Students within this organization wear green bandanas on their backpacks as a sign to reduce the stigma around mental health. 

Through this peer-on-peer initiative, students are immersed in a great support network where they feel safe and included on campus regarding mental health.

• President: Lucy Lally (lucy.lally@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Brisa Zitko (brisa.zitko@slu.edu)
• Events coordinator: Andrea Delascasas (andrea.delascasas@slu.edu)
• Outreach coordinator: Amelie Van Hess (amelie.vanhess@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Carla Aparicio Gallardo (carla.apariciogallardo@slu.edu) 

The History Club aims to provide a space on campus for students who have a passion for the subjects of history and humanities to converse and share ideas while promoting academic enrichment.

• President: Adela Corral Jaramillo (adela.corral@slu.edu) 
• Advisor: Bradley Mollman (bradley.mollmann@slu.edu)

The Human Rights Club brings together students and faculty interested in human rights history, theory and practice. Every semester, we organize a series of activities, including (but not limited to) documentary/movie screenings, discussions, debates, awareness activities and volunteer opportunities.

• President: Victoria Flores (victoria.flores@slu.edu) 
• Vice president: Caroline Fields (caroline.fields@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Sophia Desantis (sophia.desantis@slu.edu)
• Event coordinator: Katelyn Berry (katelyn.berry@slu.edu)
• Marketing: Brisa Zitko (brisa.zitko@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Neville Li (neville.li@slu.edu)

The Improv Club aims to provide a safe space for members to experiment with their artistic expression and dramatic interpretation through "Open Swim" Improv sessions and occasional public performances.

• Student leader: Kyla McKnight (kyla.mcknight@slu.edu) 
• Advisor: Eloy Gómez (eloy.gomez@slu.edu)

Whether or not you have been affiliated with the military, join us in having fun while we celebrate out international and local veterans! We host yearly trips, hangouts, workshops, volunteering events and more.

• President: Joel Talavera (joel.talavera@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Tyler Tuttle (tyler.tuttle@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Kyle Paczkowski (kyle.paczkowski@slu.edu)
• Media/outreach coordinator: José Gonzalez (jose.gonzalez.2@slu.edu)
• Military dependents representative: Michaela Monterola (michaela.monterola@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Philip Porter (philip.porter@slu.edu)

The Investment Club is made for students who are interested in the world of investing and finance. The goal is to provide opportunities to grow as investors, to host mock competitions, stock pitches and more.

• President: Alexander Hilliard (alex.hilliard@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Adrian Ortiz Sarmiento (adrian.ortizsarmiento@slu.edu)
• Co-marketing executives: Carolina Brenner Daou (carolina.brennerdaou@slu.edu) and Alexandra Hammond (alexandra.hammond@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Paolo Saona (paolo.saona@slu.edu)

To showcase Latine culture by creating a safe space for students to feel welcomed, offering educational opportunities for students of other nationalities to learn about Latine cultures, and providing a culturally accepting ambiance for the SLU-Madrid community.

• President: Yeishaliz Cancel Ortiz (yeishaliz.cancelortiz@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Kayla Reyna (kayla.reyna@slu.edu)
• Communications: Stephanie Tejeda (stephanie.winterdal@slu.edu)
• Events coordinators: Victoria Flores (victoria.flores@slu.edu) and Alejandro Moran (alejandro.moran@slu.edu) 
• Treasurer: Mica Olsen Suarez (micaela.olsensuarez@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Carla Aparicio Gallardo (carla.apariciogallardo@slu.edu)

The Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) Club aims to provide Arab students at SLU-Madrid with a sense of cultural community and allow them to share and provide insight into the Arab culture to non-Arabs through participation in cultural traditions. Members of the MENA Club also organize aid to help Arab communities in need. 

• Co-president:  Guss Barakat (guss.barakat@slu.edu)
• Co-president: Sedra Belal (sedra.belal@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Sama Abbas (sama.abbas@slu.edu) 
• Event coordinator: Oumayma Keskes (oumayma.keskes@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Barah Mikaïl (barah.mikail@slu.edu)

Neurodiversity and Accessibility Club aims to raise awareness about mental health disabilities; advocate and provide a safe space for neurodivergent students; and host workshops with experienced guest speakers.

• President: Taylor Keene (taylor.keene@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Britney S. Saras Félix (britney.saras@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Roswitha Zahlner (roswitha.zahlner@slu.edu)

The NewSLU allows students to share their ideas, collect articles and opinion pieces, and promote student experiences while learning about the journalistic process.

• Editor-in-chief: Amelie Van Hess (amelie.vanhess@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Dale Fuchs (dale.fuchs@slu.edu) 

The Photo Club helps spread creativity on campus by allowing students to express themselves through photography. Along with creating a community of expression, members of the Photo Club participate in individual and group photography sessions throughout various neighborhoods within Madrid.  

• President: Anna Witthoeft (anna.witthoeft@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Luana Fischer (luana.fischer@slu.edu)

The Political Affairs Club is dedicated to fostering understanding among students on today's most pressing political issues. We are a community driven by a shared interest in civic engagement while providing guidance for students to become better global citizens.

• President: Sarai Cardenas (sarai.cardenas@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Amelia Ayulo (amelia.ayulo@slu.edu)
• Secretary: Vilma Vélez (vilmadelmar.velez@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Marco da Costa (marcoantonio.dacosta@slu.edu)

The Pride Club is a space to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community at SLU-Madrid through various events and activities designed to promote pride, education and support for the queer community on campus and beyond. All students are invited to learn, grow and support the community in a safe, welcoming environment. 

• President: Meaux Mosley (myles.mosley@slu.edu) 
• Vice president: Amelie Van Hess (amelie.vanhess@slu.edu)
• Secretary/treasurer: Britney Saras Felix (britney.saras@slu.edu)
• Social media manager: Gabriela Rittley (gabriela.rittley@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Melanie Mitchell (melanie.mitchell@slu.edu)

The Psychology Club is a space for students to explore psychological concepts through movie screenings, workshops, psychological discussions and more! Whether you're a psychology major or just curious, join us to exchange ideas and connect with others interested in the human mind!

• President: Elizabeth Melisa Aykan (elizabeth.aykan@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Selin Marie Stark (selinmarie.stark@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Dimitra Manos (dimitra.manos@slu.edu) and Eduardo Fernández-Cruz (eduardo.fernandezcruz@slu.edu)

The Running Club provides a platform to practice your favorite sport in Madrid! It's a great way to connect with other SLU-Madrid students and the rest of the community through indoor and outdoor races. Anyone is welcome to join, regardless of having any previous running experience or not. We hope to see you soon!

• President: Devon Villarreal (devon.villareal@slu.edu)
• Advisor: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu)

Madrid isn't really a concrete jungle. Explore the greener, and lesser-known, side of the province through the Sierra Club.

• President: Samuel Bosque (samuel.bosque@slu.edu)
• Advisor: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu)

The Ski Club offers you the opportunity to continue practicing your favorite sport. And if you've never tried it, this is your big chance. The club takes a trip each semester.

• President: Jaime Lorenzo Aguilar Amat (jaime.lorenzoaguilaramat@slu.edu)
• Advisor: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu)

The Student Government Association (SGA) works to improve the overall college experience for all students at SLU-Madrid. We listen to students and represent them.

• President: Kayla Reyna (kayla.reyna@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Carlos Lindo (carlos.lindo@slu.edu)
• Communications officer: Yeishaliz Cancel Ortiz (yeishaliz.cancelortiz@slu.edu)
• Club coordinator: Olivia Wendel (olivia.wendel@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Adrian Ortiz Sarmiento (adrian.ortizsarmiento@slu.edu)

Students select these representatives through a campus-wide election in the spring semester of each academic year.

If you want to share your ideas or concerns with SGA leaders, contact us at sgamadrid@slu.edu or fill out the suggestion form.

Our Mission

We, the associated students of Saint Louis University — Madrid, in order to establish a representative student government, to provide an open forum for dialogue and a voice for student opinions concerning the affairs of the Madrid Campus; to involve students in a productive partnership of shared governance with the faculty, staff and administration of the University; to promote the welfare and unity of the greater student community; and to uphold the ideals and values of the Jesuit Catholic tradition, especially the idea of being students who are for and with others.

Download the SGA Constitution (PDF)

The Tennis Club offers you the opportunity to continue practicing your favorite sport! Through exercise, outdoor activities, and practices to gain more experience, with occasional friendly matches, it is the ultimate way to meet new friends and stay connected.

• Co-presidents: Neveah García (neveah.garcia@slu.edu) and Claudia Pérez Serrano (clau.perez@slu.edu) 
• Communications manager: Thea Uhl (thea.uhl@slu.edu) 
• Advisor: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu) 

The Theology Club intends to provide an environment that encourages theological thought and discussion in the Christian tradition, and is open to students of all spiritual backgrounds. 

• Co-presidents: Lucy Lally (lucy.lally@slu.edu) and Collin Rose (collin.rose@slu.edu)
• Marketing and outreach coordinator: Campbelle Stevens (campbelle.stevens@slu.edu)
• Event coordinator: Brisa Zitko (brisa.zitko@slu.edu)
• Treasurer: Theo Brown (theo.brown@slu.edu)
• Advisors: Amerigo Barzaghi (amerigo.barzaghi@slu.edu) and Philip Porter (philip.porter@slu.edu)

Theslufeminist is dedicated to empowering women's ideas and accomplishments through education and service. By staying up to date with gender-related news, being active in women-centered initiatives, and normalizing the existence of female excellence, the club encourages gender equality in every sense of the term. Students of all gender identities are invited to explore intersectional feminism by joining us.

• President: Hannah Goodwin (hannah.goodwin@slu.edu)

• Vice president: Josefine Marty-Mcauliff (josefine.martymcauliff@slu.edu)

• Vice president: Tenatic González Hernández (tenatic.hernandez@slu.edu)

• Treasurer: Meaghan O'Connell (meaghan.oconnell@slu.edu)

• Social media manager: Charles Mut-Tracy (charles.muttracy@slu.edu)

• Advisor: Anne Dewey (anne.dewey@slu.edu)

The Yoga Club aims to provide a stress-relieving environment to promote meditation and lower anxiety to improve mental health.

• President: Olivia Seidner (olivia.seidner@slu.edu)
• Advisors: César Rioja (cesar.rioja@slu.edu)

At the Young Author's Club, we're all about writers—whether you're scripting the next hit series or crafting the newest bestselling novel, this club is a safe space for writers who love to create! We offer workshops, author events, and exciting sessions to exchange ideas with other authors. Join us to unleash your creativity and be a part of a new generation of storytellers!

• President: Kaylee Galindo (kaylee.galindo@slu.edu)
• Vice president: Leah Rivero (leah.rivero@slu.edu)
• Advisor: Timothy Day (timothy.day@slu.edu)