Last week, Marymount University’s Office of Student Engagement hosted student organizations for the annual club fair, offering students the opportunity to learn more about campus activities. Several new clubs made their debut, including an all-student a cappella group, an Ethiopian and Eritrean student organization and a Latino student professional development group.
Below is a list of the new clubs and organizations that new and returning students can get involved with on campus.
Blue Harmony Performance Choir
A cappella is coming to Marymount! Student vocalists of all ranges and abilities are invited to join the brand-new a cappella group Blue Harmony, as members sing their way through the school year.
The group aims to empower students by providing a space to create uplifting sounds that celebrate diverse cultural and musical traditions. Blue Harmony will “promote joy, unity and a sense of connection in the campus community and beyond” as student vocalists come together to grow as people and performers.
Club Management Association of America (CMAA) Student Chapter
An affiliate of the Club Management Association of America, this chapter welcomes students from a variety of majors to explore personal and professional opportunities in the club management industry.
Founded by club president Jason Nicola and Washington Golf and Country Club general manager Haissam Baityeh, the chapter will host skill-building workshops, guest speaker panels and trips to private social clubs, country clubs and yacht clubs in the area.
Marymount’s CMAA chapter is the first in the Mid-Atlantic region, opening up unique opportunities for students to explore career paths in club management that they won’t find anywhere else in the DMV area.
Ethiopian and Eritrean Student Association
Marymount’s newest cultural heritage club, the Ethiopian and Eritrean Student Association (EESA), seeks to build connections among the growing Ethiopian and Eritrean populations at Marymount.
Soft launching last year with a smaller slate of events, EESA leaders plan to hold a larger variety of cultural events this year for club members and the overall Marymount community. These will include networking and volunteering activities.
“We believe that maintaining culture, identity and heritage is so crucial. Our biggest goal is to educate everyone interested in learning about the amazing legacy of Ethiopian and Eritrean cultures.”
EESA joins the ranks of other popular heritage clubs at Marymount, including the Saudi Student Association, African Student Association, South Asian Club and Latinx Student Association. Learn more about EESA and other cultural heritage clubs on MU Engage.
Cyber Saints, Marymount’s Chapter of the National Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) Organization
Founded in 2023 by then-freshman Anna Enwright, this student chapter seeks to help Cybersecurity students—particularly women and those from traditionally underrepresented communities—advance their cyber knowledge and skills. Past club activities have included lectures by cybersecurity professionals, regional cyber “capture the flag” competitions and coffee hours.
To bridge the gap between cyber students and professionals, club members are invited to attend networking events with other universities and explore career opportunities at agencies such as the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and even the White House.
Each year, students also have the opportunity to attend the National WiCyS conference, where they can connect with cybersecurity professionals and peers from across the country. Members have previously attended conferences in Dallas and Nashville, Tenn.
“What’s amazing about this organization is that it’s cybersecurity focused, but it’s for everyone,” Enwright said. “Technology touches so many industries, so it can be super beneficial for students of all majors and interests to take advantage of our resources and connections.”
The club is open to students across majors and grade levels, including undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students.
Student Chapter of the National Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA)
This year, students are invited to join the new Marymount student chapter of the Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA), an organization geared toward helping Latino students and professionals access career development opportunities across industries.
Senior business majors Rudy Sanchez and Adriana Rodriguez-Denner will serve as the group’s president and vice president, respectively. Having already attended several student conferences and professional summits in New Jersey and Las Vegas, Sanchez and Rodriguez-Denner say they are excited to bring ALPFA programming to Marymount students. They plan to offer social and networking opportunities at Marymount and in the DMV area, along with career development resources such as résumé review, interview prep and more.
Sanchez encourages all students to consider joining ALPFA and taking advantage of the opportunities it will provide.
“We welcome students of all majors and all backgrounds. While ALPFA is rooted in Latino and Hispanic identity, our chapter is inclusive—we want anyone interested in growing professionally and building community to join.”
With over 40 active student clubs and organizations at Marymount, there is something for everyone on campus. Whether students are interested in connecting through shared career goals, interests or heritage, there are countless opportunities to learn, grow and lead within the community.
All students are invited to learn more about the organizations on campus during Club Rush, a two-week period during which participating clubs will host introductory meetings for interested members. Community members can learn more about Club Rush and the variety of on-campus clubs via MUEngage.
