Clubs & Organizations

Aerospace Club

This club provides a place for people to discuss and participate in activities involving all forms of aircraft and rocketry.

Airsoft Club

Compete against other teams using airsoft firearms in a safe environment.

Alpha Phi Mu

National Industrial Engineering Honor Society

Alpha Phi Omega

National co-ed service fraternity organized to provide community service, leadership development and social opportunities for college students.

Alpha Chi Sigma

National professional chemistry fraternity

Amateur Radio Club

Amateur, or ham, radio, is a hobby dedicated to two-way communication around the world. The club’s goal is to introduce students to the exciting world of using your voice, morse code or computer digital modes to communicate, talking with handheld radios through satellites in low-earth orbit, building electronic kits, being prepared to provide communications in emergencies and connecting with a worldwide community of ham radio operators. You do not need to be licensed as a ham radio operator to be a part of K8HPS, but information and classes will be shared so you can get licensed by the FCC.

American Institute of Chemical Engineers Student Affiliate 

Professional society for chemical engineering

American Society of Mechanical Engineering

Professional society for mechanical engineering

Anime Club

Join your fellow students as they watch Japanese animation.

Aquaneers

Aquaneers is a scuba diving club. They have meetings throughout the term and events such as their spring dive charter. The club also has pool time in the Recreation Center where participants brush up on their scuba skills when it's too cold outside.

Asian American Association

This club promotes an awareness and appreciation of the Asian American experience. Watch Video

Black Student Union (BSU)

BSU organizes activities to unify, stimulate and educate students about African-American awareness and other events.

Blacksmith Club

The club is dedicated to metal working from the forge, chainmail production and more. Watch Video

CREW

An interdenominational group that offers students a chance to grow and mature as Christians through a variety of campus activities.

Chemical Engineering (CHME) Club

This club focuses on the attributes of Chemical Engineering.

Cliffhangers/Rock Climbing

The objective of this club is to provide students an opportunity to rock climb at an off-campus facility.

Cornhole Club

This club is dedicated to the game of Cornhole.

Dance Club

Learn how to swing dance or salsa. No experience or partner is required.

DECA

This organization prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. Watch Video

Disc Golf Club

A club for those who love the sport of Disc Golf.

Eta Kappa Nu Association

Electrical Engineering Society

Ethics Club

This club discusses and strives to understand ethical issues at Kettering and in the world.

Firebirds

Automotive enthusiasts can participate in a wide range of activities as members of this club. The club concentrates on competitive events, shows, instruction, tools and facilities.

Formula SAE

Students of Kettering University have participated in SAE events for over 25 years. The team leader works with the faculty advisor to coordinate the progress of the team over the course of the design and fabrication stages. Team members are responsible for designing and constructing all aspects of the car including frame, suspension, body, engine, drivetrain, electrical systems, and plumbing. Watch Video

Gaming Society

The Gaming Society holds various matches/tournaments each semester. They play Bridge, Euchre and other card games, role-playing games, board games, Battletech, StarCraft, WarCraft II and Magic as well as other games.

Gamma Sigma Epsilon

National Chemistry Honor Society

Global Studies Association

This club exposes students to available study abroad opportunities and assists them as they prepare to apply and go abroad.

Golf Club

This club visits a driving range frequently and B-section hosts an alumni/student outing every spring.

Green Engineering Organization (GEO)

The Green Engineering Organization is a club on campus dedicated to increasing environmental awareness and conscientious leadership among the students, staff and faculty of Kettering University, while implementing environmentally friendly practices on the campus and its surrounding area. Meetings are held every Wednesday at 12:20 p.m. in the Heritage Room on the 4th floor of Campus Center. Watch Video

Grilling Club

This club enjoys grilling many different types of food as a means of building community within the University.

Gay Straight Alliance

A support group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and questioning students and their friends. LGBTQ staff and others on campus are always invited to attend events and meetings. Watch Video

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

Professional society for electrical and electronic engineering

International Club

The International Club invites you to learn about history, world views and culture in a fun and comfortable environment. Watch Video

Juggling Club

A club for those who want to learn and practice juggling.

Kagle Leadership Initiatives

Kagle Leadership Initiatives is a mentoring and leadership program, started by Flint native Robert Kagle.  The program provides mentoring, community workshops and tutoring for Flint area students.

KARO

The mission of the Kettering Aerospace and Rocketry Organization shall be to improve the student body and their knowledge of aircrafts, specifically rockets, through various activities and competitions.

Kettering Combat Robotics Team 

Providing students with a unique and exciting learning opportunity through the construction and destruction of 250 pound combat robots.

Kettering Entrepreneur Society

Kettering Entrepreneur Society promotes an entrepreneurial culture at Kettering University based on innovation and social values. The Society offers its membership networking, mentoring and opportunity for developing an entrepreneurial mindset.

Kettnetic Thunder Ultimate Frisbee Team

Kettnetic Thunder is always looking for new players and talented athletes. Practice and pick-up games are 2-3 times a week and committed players attend many tournaments around Michigan and Great Lakes Region.

LEADERS

An organization that works every day to help mentor and guide the community leaders of tomorrow. Their premier mentorship program, leadership training initiatives and on campus presentations are just some of the ways they give back to the Kettering community.

Model United Nations

The team attends conferences at Harvard University and in Chicago where they represent a country at simulations of the United Nations. As a member, you can learn about international issues, negotiation skills, public speaking and foreign policy.

Mud Boggers/Off-Road Club

An off-road enthusiasts club promoting responsible four-wheeling and participation in trips to various off-road venues.

National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)

NSBE’s mission is to increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community. Watch Video

Open Source Club

The club informs students of open source software available and provides user support.

Order of Engineers

Fosters spirit of pride and responsibility in professional engineers

Paintball Club

The club provides students the ability to learn about and play paintball.

Physics Club/Society of Physics Students

The Society of Physics Students is a professional association explicitly designed for students. Membership, through collegiate chapters, is open to anyone interested in physics.

Pi Tau Sigma

National Mechanical Engineering Honor Society

Plastics Engineering Club

A club for those interested in plastics. The members study uses for and innovations in plastics.

Pre-Med Student Organization

This organization is for anyone interested in the field of medicine. Watch Video

Pride/Rainbow Alliance

A support group for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and questioning students and their friends. GLBT staff and others on campus are always invited to attend events and meetings. ALLIES is about support, help, friendship, caring, and of most value, knowing someone to turn to.

Religious Organizations

The city of Flint has many local churches and synagogues where students are always welcome.

Robot Society

Founded in 1927 for the purpose of giving recognition to those students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, service and citizenship to the student body in co-curricular activities.

Roadrunners

This club runs informally at Kettering's Recreation Center and outdoor track.

SAGE

Students Association for Global Engineering, originally “Engineers Without Borders.”

Secular Skeptics

A club for the discussion and understanding in the atheist, agnostic, humanist, skeptic, and freethought movement.

Sigma Alpha Chi

Scholastic honor society that recognizes high scholarship among management students

Sigma Pi Sigma

Physics Honors Society

Soccer Club

The purpose of this club is to assist students in developing their ability to play soccer through clinics, scrimmages and sport club matches.

Society of Automotive Engineers

Professional society for automotive engineers

Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)

SHPE is the leading social-technical organization whose primary function is to enhance and achieve the potential of its members in engineering, math and science. We fulfill our mission by increasing educational opportunities, promoting professional and personal growth and carrying out our social responsibility to be involved in education, business and government issues. SHPE is open to students of all backgrounds. All meetings are held in the SHPE room on the 5th floor of Campus Center. A-section meets every Thursday during lunch. B-section every Friday during lunch.

Society of Plastics Engineers

International organization dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and education for all plastics professionals

Society of Physics Students 

Professional society for physics students

Society of Women Engineers

Kettering's Society of Women Engineers student chapter strives to promote and support women in engineering through programs and events that encourage professional development, foster interest in engineering among girls and link collegiate and professional women. Watch Video

STEM Accelerator Club

This club provides tutoring and mentoring to the Flint Community Schools.

Student Alumni Council (SAC)

Provides opportunities for Alumni to remain in contact with Kettering University and help prepare them for future roles

Target Club

A club for target shooting outside of Trap & Skeet.

Tau Beta Pi

National Engineering Honors Society

Technician

The student-produced Kettering University newspaper.

Trap & Skeet Club

The Trap & Skeet Club exists to promote the sport of competitive shooting.

Upsilon Pi Epsilon

International computer science honors society

WKUF

WKUF is Kettering's low-power FM campus/community radio station with programs by students, staff and community members. WKUF plays a wide variety of music. Check them out at WKUF 94.3. Watch Video