Clubs + Organizations
Life @RMCAD
GET INVOLVED BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Art and design school does not have to be all work and no play. College is about meeting new people and discovering new interests. What better way to start experiencing new things than to join a club or organization that interests you?
why get involved?
Intended to inspire and educate, it is our goal to get students engaged in their interests outside of the classroom. Student Life offers students fun and unique activities, clubs, and organizations to promote lifelong learning and lasting relationships in an inclusive environment. Whether social, professional, cultural, or educational, Student Life is here to assist you in getting involved in life on campus.
Involvement in student clubs and activities can have a positive impact on the overall experience of students by providing opportunities to meet new friends, connect with the campus and community, as well as the development of valuable leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
RMCAD also has a variety of student clubs, supported by the Student Leadership Alliance and Student Life and representing various interests, such as performance, culture, design, gaming, and other creative opportunities.
Online Student Groups
360 Thinkers supports its members in honing their creativity and inspiring them individually, as well as a group, throughout several yearly multidisciplinary collaborations. Together, online and on-ground students, faculty, and staff of RMCAD will support members needing critique, surveys, personal or creative advice, assignment trials, etc. No matter your skill level, if you want to deepen your artistic communication channels, spice up your portfolio, and learn new skills while working with your peers, join the cohort and become a 360 Thinker! May the Ethos, Logos, and Pathos be with you.
Contact: 360thinkers@rmcad.edu
AIGA student chapter provides a strong community for design students that focuses on opportunities for students to work alongside other school departments as well as organizations outside of the college to allow students to network and utilize their design capabilities to carry forward in their future careers.
Contact: aiga@rmcad.edu
The RMCAD Cosplay Guild is an online club, open to online and on-ground students, focused on building cosplays, going to conventions, doing panels, fashion shows, and bringing the magic of cosplay to life!
Contact: cosplayguild@rmcad.edu
RMCAD E-Sports is more than just a club; it’s a community united by a passion for gaming and competitive spirit. We delve into brainstorming sessions, discuss innovative ideas, plan upcoming events, and strategize on organizing these events effectively. Join us in shaping the future of gaming on Discord!
Contact: rmcadesports@rmcad.edu
This group is meant for everyone, including those not in the Fashion Design degree program to be able to openly converse with others and to help creativity flourish! We aim to develop community awareness, understand industry principles, and foster creativity as a group and plan to achieve this goal through regular workshops, brainstorming sessions, local excursions, and social adventures.
Contact: fashionsociety@rmcad.edu
The JAT Club is for all gifted individuals with particular talents to join as one group, and teach one another how they approach their art with their specific skill sets to all members. Just like big industries have multiple artists working towards one giant project, this club works to replicate similar scenarios with a focus on either school work or individual and personal projects.
Contact: JAT@rmcad.edu
The Nexus club strives to instill its members with a sense of personal confidence in their work and skill to help guide them on their chosen career path. The Nexus is a place of support and inspiration for all, and fosters future professional leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and community activists who will carry its mission into the world: Illuminate. Inspire. Collaborate. Connect!
Contact: thenexus@rmcad.edu
Each member of The RMCAD Photographers will receive quarterly photography assignments geared toward producing essays that any media outlet would jump to publish. Assignments will be compiled quarterly into a digital in-house publication then added to each photographer’s portfolio.
Contact: Jim Reiman at jreiman@rmcad.edu
Roll@RMCAD promotes creativity, teamwork, and friendships by connecting students to each other through the epic roleplaying game that is Dungeons & Dragons. From newbies to D&D veterans, we welcome players of all skill levels and across all programs of study!
Contact: roll@rmcad.edu
On-Campus Student Groups
360 Thinkers supports its members in honing their creativity and inspiring them individually, as well as a group, throughout several yearly multidisciplinary collaborations. Together, online and on-ground students, faculty, and staff of RMCAD will support members needing critique, surveys, personal or creative advice, assignment trials, etc. No matter your skill level, if you want to deepen your artistic communication channels, spice up your portfolio, and learn new skills while working with your peers, join the cohort and become a 360 Thinker! May the Ethos, Logos, and Pathos be with you.
Contact: 360thinkers@rmcad.edu
AIGA student chapter provides a strong community for design students that focuses on opportunities for students to work alongside other school departments as well as organizations outside of the college to allow students to network and utilize their design capabilities to carry forward in their future careers.
Contact: aiga@rmcad.edu
Clay Club is a place for all members of the RMCAD community to engage with each other, explore new materials, techniques, and gain new experiences regardless of their degree path. Our goals are to broaden our skills and knowledge of ceramics while fostering a community for people to explore, play, and slay some clay!
Contact: clayclub@rmcad.edu
The RMCAD Cosplay Guild is an online club, open to online and on-ground students, focused on building cosplays, going to conventions, doing panels, fashion shows, and bringing the magic of cosplay to life!
Contact: cosplayguild@rmcad.edu
RMCAD E-Sports is more than just a club; it’s a community united by a passion for gaming and competitive spirit. We delve into brainstorming sessions, discuss innovative ideas, plan upcoming events, and strategize on organizing these events effectively. Join us in shaping the future of gaming on Discord!
Contact: rmcadesports@rmcad.edu
This group is meant for everyone, including those not in the Fashion Design degree program to be able to openly converse with others and to help creativity flourish! We aim to develop community awareness, understand industry principles, and foster creativity as a group and plan to achieve this goal through regular workshops, brainstorming sessions, local excursions, and social adventures.
Contact: fashionsociety@rmcad.edu
Garden Club focuses on learning as a group, garden planning, staring seeds, keeping a seasonal growing schedule, and maintaining the heath and cleanliness of the garden. The food produced is divided between gardeners and donated to local food banks. The benefits of learning gardening are lifelong, and each garden provides new growth opportunities (pun intended?) for people who are eager and willing to put in the time and effort!
Contact: studentgarden@rmcad.edu
The JAT Club is for all gifted individuals with particular talents to join as one group, and teach one another how they approach their art with their specific skill sets to all members. Just like big industries have multiple artists working towards one giant project, this club works to replicate similar scenarios with a focus on either school work or individual and personal projects.
Contact: JAT@rmcad.edu
While completing your studies in the classical arts, you must lend your talents as stewards of the realm and earn your education privileges by joining the Royal Army! In times of peace and prosperity, you can enjoy food and drink while crafting your character – creation of clothing, armor, and (foam) weaponry. We intend to inspire students to get outside, enjoy the campus grounds, unplug, engage with others, work with their hands, and build their “inner heroes”. No judgement, all fun!
Contact: lxlheroes@rmcad.edu
The New Heights Club welcomes you to meet new people, enjoy the Colorado scenery, get in shape, improve social skills, and find the best art references! Having a common goal in mind and pursuing it with other people is a great way to break the ice.
Contact: newheights@rmcad.edu
The Nexus club strives to instill its members with a sense of personal confidence in their work and skill to help guide them on their chosen career path. The Nexus is a place of support and inspiration for all, and fosters future professional leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and community activists who will carry its mission into the world: Illuminate. Inspire. Collaborate. Connect!
Contact: thenexus@rmcad.edu
Each member of The RMCAD Photographers will receive quarterly photography assignments geared toward producing essays that any media outlet would jump to publish. Assignments will be compiled quarterly into a digital in-house publication then added to each photographer’s portfolio.
Contact: Jim Reiman at jreiman@rmcad.edu
Roll@RMCAD promotes creativity, teamwork, and friendships by connecting students to each other through the epic roleplaying game that is Dungeons & Dragons. From newbies to D&D veterans, we welcome players of all skill levels and across all programs of study!
Contact: roll@rmcad.edu
Space Cats Studios replicates the environment of a professional animation studio that encourages collaboration, learning, and the creation of portfolio-worthy work. Regardless of what part of the pipeline a member is interested in (character design, storyboarding, animation, editing, etc.), we want to welcome them into a space where they can feel motivated to create work independently, and/or participate in group projects, such as art challenges and short films.
Contact: spacecatsstudios@rmcad.edu
The RMCAD Theater Society is a student group producing original theatrical performances, attending local theatrical productions, and supporting other community theater groups.
Contact: theater@rmcad.edu
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Why not start your own? Make your club membership official by filling out this form.
This guide includes step-by-step instructions on how to start a new club. If you have questions, contact studentactivities@rmcad.edu.
