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The Album, a campus literary journal published every semester, provides an alternative outlet for both traditional and experimental literary works. album@hollins.edu

Alpha Psi Omega consists of student actors, directors, designers, and technicians who seek to stimulate dramatic activities on campus and to assist in the staging of all departmental workshops and major productions as well as productions of visiting dramatic groups. Alpha Psi Omega offers an opportunity for involvement in the theatrical events and stage works of all types to all interested members of the Hollins community. Apprenticeship is available to every person expressing interest in the organization, and membership is earned by subsequent work on productions. apo@hollins.edu

Arts Association a weekly gathering of painters, writers, photographers, actors, printmakers, and the like, interested in sharing their work and contributing to the Hollins art scene. artsassoc@hollins.edu

Black Student Alliance (BSA) The Hollins University Black Student Alliance is dedicated to providing an awareness of the African American culture in Hollins and Roanoke through programs and service. The BSA is here to cultivate and encourage all women to become involved with leadership activities on the campus and to enhance the lives of our community. The alliance is an organization that helps to advance diversity, creativity, self-expression, unity, independence and self confidence. This organization is open to all women devoted to sharing and learning our culture. bsa@hollins.edu

Cargoes is the annual Hollins literary magazine of student work and Nancy Thorp Memorial Poetry Contest winners. In July 2005, Cargoes was awarded the Undergraduate Literary Prize for content by the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP). cargoes@hollins.edu

Cojourners is an Evangelical campus group that’s goal is to connect students with fellow Christians through fellowship and Bible study. Cojourners welcomes all “seekers” and “explorers” of faith as well as the members of the Body of Christ at Hollins.

Exodus Prayer Ministry - EXODUS is a nondenominational Christian prayer group whose vision focuses on seeing the growth, exhortation and fellowship in the Holllins community and the Body of Christ at Hollins achieved through the teaching and exercise of fervent and effectual prayer. Facebook: Exodus Prayer Ministry; info@exodusprayer.org.

Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance (FMLA) FMLA works in the pursuit of feminist ideals – social, political, and economic equality for women and men, girls and boys. 

Fencing Club The Fencing Club is an intercollegiate sports club designed to foster the love of the sport thought teaching and practice of it. 

Foundation 42 if you're a sci-fi, fantasy, or horror enthusiast this may be the place for you. Allows members to explore their favorite aspects of the genre. foundation42@hollins.edu

French Club open to anyone who is interested in French language, culture, food, and the francophone world. Speaking French is not a requirement to participate or join! french@hollins.edu 

Global Interest Association (GIA) To cultivate and promote an understanding and appreciation of the contributions, values, views and traditions of diverse cultures from around the world. Membership is open to all members of the Hollins community. gia@hollins.edu

Grapheon arranges programs of literary interest to the community, such as readings, teas, and socials. 

Habitat for Humanity provides Hollins students with opportunities to serve others through the international Habitat for Humanity organization by helping to build affordable housing for low-income families. Hollins H4H was started in 1989 by a Hollins student and since then has funded/sponsored one house and has sent builder teams to numerous others over the years -- every year. Hollins H4H works closely with the local affiliate, Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley. habitat@hollins.edu

Hollins Columns, the student newspaper, serves as a source of communication to the Hollins community. hollinscolumns@hollins.edu

Hollins Community Garden The purpose of this organization is to offer Hollins students the opportunity for environmental stewardship, food security, engagement with sustainable agriculture, problem solving and producing seasonal produce for the Hollins and Roanoke communities.

Hollins Outdoor Program (HOP) provides opportunities for the college community to go canoeing, camping, biking, rafting, cross-country and downhill skiing, hiking, and rock climbing. Instruction for the indoor climbing wall is also offered. Skills training in adventure education is available to student instructors who help lead weekend trips.  

Hollins Repertory Dance Company offers the opportunity for creative dance study, increased technical ability, composition, and performance by producing two major dance productions each year. hrdc@hollins.edu

Hollins University Democrats promote an awareness of the political system, particularly as it relates to the Democratic Party, its philosophies, issues, and activities. They sponsor lectures, political forums, voter registration, and debates. democrats@hollins.edu

Hollins University Television (HUTV) is Hollins' student-run closed-circuit television station. hutv@hollins.edu

Model UN is a club and class that explores how the UN works and current global issues through debate and conferences. modelun@hollins.edu

OUTloud The purpose of this organization is to promote the equality of all people and to foster an awareness of the need for equal rights legislation. Members of this organization seek to work collaboratively both in and out of the Hollins community, educating and increasing awareness about sexual orientation. OUTloud will provide a confidential forum for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) concerns in an open and positive environment. OUTloud will educate and increase awareness about motivations both for and against the implementation of laws to achieve and secure equal rights for individuals based on their sexual orientation. outloud@hollins.edu

SHINE is a group of women who have fun looking at the Bible together.
It is informal and a great time to share your own thoughts, perhaps consider new ideas, or maybe just a place to pop in and see what this Bible thing is all about.

Spanish Club is open to anyone interested in enjoying Spanish/Hispanic food, music, movies, and more. spanishclub@hollins.edu

Spinster, the annual yearbook, preserves the memories and events of Hollins students. spinster@hollins.edu

Spiritual and Religious Life Association (SRLA) focuses on helping to create a religiously tolerant and knowledgeable Hollins through discussion, self-introspection, service and worship,

A Student Anti-Genocide Coalition (STAND) Hollins STAND is a branch of a larger organization which was formed in an effort to curtail genocide worldwide. 

Student Virginia Education Association develops an understanding of the teaching profession, provides for a unified voice in matters affecting the teaching profession, influence the conditions under which prospective educators are prepared, and advances the interest and welfare of students preparing for careers in education. 

Students for Environmental Action (S.E.A.) For those interested in the promotion of environmental issues, specifically reducing and recycling. sea@hollins.edu

Students Helping Achieve Rewarding Experiences (SHARE) coordinates students who wish to serve as volunteers in the Roanoke area and internationally and to gain a deeper self-understanding through service to others. Assists with volunteer placements in the areas of: youth, elderly, homeless, crisis intervention, hospital assistance, and school systems/tutoring. Opportunities are also available at museums, Mill Mountain Theatre, Mill Mountain Zoo, and other quality-of-life organizations. SHARE also offers qualified students the opportunity to participate in a mini Peace Corps project in Jamaica during Short Term and Spring Break.
share@hollins.edu

University Republicans promote an awareness of the political system, particularly as it relates to the Republican Party, its philosophies, issues, and activities. They sponsor lectures, political forums, voter registration, and debates.

WA2 (Women Who Appreciate Anime) promotes the viewing and appreciation of Japanese animation. wa2@hollins.edu

Wilderness Adventure Club (WAC) WAC serves as an organization to foster outdoor leadership, fun, and to raise awareness of various events offered through the Hollins Outdoor Program (HOP).

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The Album

Alpha Psi Omega

Arts Association

Black Student Alliance

Cargoes

Cojourners

Exodus

Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance

Fencing Club

Foundation 42

French Club

Global Interest Association

Grapheon

Habitat for Humanity

Hollins Columns

Hollins Community Garden

HOP

Hollins Repertory Dance Company

Hollins University Democrats

Hollins University Television


Model UN

OUTloud

SHINE


Spanish Club

Spinster

SHARE

Spiritual and Religious Life Association

STAND

SVEA

Students for Environmental Action

University Republicans

WA2

Wilderness Adventure Club (WAC)