Student Clubs and Organizations

CNM’s student clubs and organizations are for students interested in a particular hobby, activity, or topic and want to connect with other students.

Starting a Club

Learn how to start a student group at CNM.

By joining a student group you can enhance opportunities for academic achievement which could lead to a greater college experience and you’ll be able to network with your fellow students and other CNM community members. 

If you are interested in joining or would like more information, contact the CSC Advisor.

Chartered Student Club & Organization Guide

Clubs and Organizations

American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES)

The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) is a national nonprofit organization with a mission to increase Indigenous representation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).  

The CNM AISES Chapter is a student-led club and a resource for scholarships, internships, professional development, and exciting events. The CNM AISES Chapter encourages Native American students pursuing STEM-related careers to participate in the student club, though every student on campus is welcome to join. 

If you are interested in joining the CNM AISES Chapter, please contact Co-Advisors Christopher Kerns and Eric Shurley

American Sign Language

Contact: Molly Sachs 

Provide students with fun, extracurricular learning methods as well as the opportunity to gain real-world experiences.

Artworks

Contact: Jennifer Johnson

Stimulate foster and promote public interest in the art and education for our members. By organizing and funding workshops, exhibitions, art sales, study time, talks, museum tours, and a connection to the wider arts community. Supporting our members in the creative endeavors.

Black Student Union

Contact: Todd Johnson 

Help students strive for academic excellence, encourage positive images of African Americans, and help students become an integral part of the CNM community. Visit the Black Student Union site.

CNM Chronicle

Contact: Chris Cavazos

The CNM Chronicle is a student-run weekly newspaper publication serving more than 28,000 students, staff, and faculty. Learn more about the history of the CNM Chronicle or view the CNM Chronicle online.

CNM Drama Club

Contact: Carly Preston

The mission of the CNM Drama Club is to encourage creativity and exploration of theatre arts through meaningful, hands-on performance and technical production opportunities for any CNM student that wants to learn about and participate in theatre. Membership is open to all CNM learners with an interest in promoting the performing arts on campus and in the community. No experience necessary. All are welcome.

CNM Dream Team

Contact: Brenda Mendez de Andrade

The CNM Dream Team is a student-led organization that focuses on immigrant rights and equal educational opportunities for all. We promote the empowerment, leadership, and development of immigrant students. 

CNM Students Care

Contact: Jessica Rosazza-Williams

The mission of CNM Students Care is to enrich the lives of CNM students and our community by collaborating and to create opportunities through actions that build hope, aspiration, and positive change. Come volunteer with us!

Coffee Into Coders

Contact: Laura Arguelles

Network and collaborate on projects and goals.

Executive Council of Students (ECOS)

Contact: Sandra Vazquez

Promote student community by gathering and disseminating information regarding student leadership opportunities, ECOS activities and projects, and other student-related issues.

HackerSpace

Contact: Kerry Bruce

This student organization is dedicated to the goal of improving group members’ technology, engineering, collaboration, and coding skills by working on group software and hardware projects and training for and participating in computer-related competitions, events, and activities. 

National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)

Contact: [email protected]

NSLS helps you achieve personal growth and professional success, while having a meaningful impact in your community, through NSLS' leadership program. When you're nominated for a NSLS membership, you'll receive exclusive benefits for your professional and personal life.

Learn More About the NSLS

Learn More About the NSLS at CNM

Phi Theta Kappa

Contact: [email protected]

Alpha Upsilon Chi, CNM’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, rewards the hard work of students who excel academically, organizes service projects, and coordinates honors study topics.

Physical Therapy Association

Contact: Karen Browning

To gain professional, networking, and community service experience. To educate the community on the value of the profession of physical therapy.

Radiology

Contact: Deborah Singh

Educating and communicating throughout New Mexico about radiologic technology.

Stitchers

Contact: Lila Martinez

Strengthen, encourage, and share a passion for the art of sewing.

Student Nurses Association

Contact: Robin Fitzpatrick

To provide programs and opportunities for CNM nursing students to come together, support each other, and become involved in the healthcare community in a professional role as a student nurse.

Vet Techs Unleashed

Contact: Hope Rodriguez

Our goal is to provide programs and opportunities for CNM students interested in the veterinary field to come together, support each other, and become involved in the community in a professional role as a student veterinary technician.

Yoga

Contact: Celia Fraire

To share resources related to the practice and teaching of Yoga with CNM students and the College community.