Life @RMCAD
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?
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.
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
Meeting Time: Fridays, 5:30pm MST
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
Meeting Time: Mondays, 11:45am-12:45pm MST
American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) is a leading professional association of interior designers, industry leaders, educators and students who employ design to improve lives where people live, work, play and heal. Whether we hear from professionals in the industry, discuss topics with faculty and students, or just enjoy talking about design, our events encourage students to explore design beyond what is learned in the classroom.
Contact: asid@rmcad.edu
Meeting Time: Tuesdays, 11:45am-12:45pm MST
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
Biweekly, Thursdays, 6:00pm MST
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 want to share our enthusiasm for fashion with other students in an atmosphere that promotes positive energy and fun. Through trans-disciplinary projects, we use a community-driven approach to develop social awareness and industry proficiency. Interact with one another, discuss, and participate in anything and everything that has to do with the fashion industry.
Contact: fashionsociety@rmcad.edu
Meeting Time: Monthly
Roll20 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
Meeting Time: Monthly
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
Meeting Time: Tuesdays, 1:30pm-4:00pm
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
Meeting Time: Fridays, 5:30pm MST
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
Meeting Time: Mondays, 11:45am-12:45pm MST
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
Meeting Time: Mondays, 4:30pm-7:30pm
American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) is a leading professional association of interior designers, industry leaders, educators and students who employ design to improve lives where people live, work, play and heal. Whether we hear from professionals in the industry, discuss topics with faculty and students, or just enjoy talking about design, our events encourage students to explore design beyond what is learned in the classroom.
Contact: asid@rmcad.edu
Meeting Time: Tuesdays, 11:45am-12:45pm MST
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
Meeting Time: Biweekly, Thursdays, 6:00pm MST
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 want to share our enthusiasm for fashion with other students in an atmosphere that promotes positive energy and fun. Through trans-disciplinary projects, we use a community-driven approach to develop social awareness and industry proficiency. Interact with one another, discuss, and participate in anything and everything that has to do with the fashion industry.
Contact: fashionsociety@rmcad.edu
Meeting Time: Monthly
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
Meeting Time: Monthly
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
Meeting Time: Weekly – Weekend Hikes
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. Those most highly creative, introverted and brilliant may serve in many capacities as: Bards, Pages, Heralds, Standard Bearers, Squires, Foot Soldiers, Mounted Knights or Esteemed Consultants, Clerics & Sorcerers. Participation in LXL Heroes Events, during times of peace and prosperity, expects you to enjoy provided finger-foods & NA drink while pursuing your character, bladed martial artistry, conjuring, medieval “fit”, and smith-crafting with hands-on practice of light metallurgy & armor, foam casting & fabrication, sewing & leather tooling. Troubadours & Bards of the Court earn head-of-the-line privileges for their contribution to a more festive ambiance. At the culmination of most every term, the League of Xtr’ord’nary Heroes, in accord with the Royal Academy of RealMCADdia, will host the Tournament of Hearts. Competition may include Trials-of-Skill, Tests-of-Valor and the Ordeals-of-Chivalry where expressions of the knightly class look like fashion displays, foam-bladed martial arts flair, sword & shield proficiency, archery prowess, spell casting accuracy & hobby-horse jousting. Prestige must be earned! The aforementioned event activities are intended to inspire students to get outside, enjoy the campus grounds, unplug, engage with others, work with their hands and build their “inner heroes” through friendly competition or just socializing in your finest Renaissance, Medieval or Dark Ages fare. Overcoming a trend of loneliness and potentially toxic introversion is also important. Those who get overly exhausted from socializing may seek solace at any time for a recharge. No judgement, all fun! All activities are subject to change based on participation, budget and weather.
Contact: lxlheroes@rmcad.edu
Meeting Time: Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. MT
Roll20 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
Meeting Time: Monthly
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
Meeting Time: Tuesdays, 1:30pm-4:00pm
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
Meeting Time: Wednesdays, 3:30pm
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.
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