Learn about CapU’s clubs and associations
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While both the university and the Capilano Students’ Union’s events calendars are updated regularly with upcoming events and important dates, we’ve compiled a list of CapU clubs and associations that readers may enjoy. Participation can vary from attending a meeting every once in a while, to volunteering and even holding an executive position.
For those who don’t find any existing clubs that pique their interest, we’ve included instructions on how to start a CSU club — all you need are three passionate people and an idea.
CSU-funded clubs
Club: Anime Club
Description: The Anime Club fosters a lively community for anime and manga enthusiasts through diverse club events and activities.
Contact: President, Adam Nguyen (info@csuani.me)
Club: Capilano Computing Science Student Society
Description: The Capilano Computing Science Student Society spreads awareness of computing science at Capilano University and encourages students who wish to pursue a career in computer science.
Contact: President, Avipreet Singh (capucsss@outlook.com)
Club: Capilano Cricket Club
Description: The Capilano Cricket Club promotes and develops the sport of cricket in the local community.
Contact: President, Abhimanyu Singh (capilanocricketclub@gmail.com)
Club: Capilano Debate Club
Description: The Capilano Debate Club creates a safe environment for people to exchange ideas, share ideologies and diversify personal knowledge.
Contact: President, Diego R. Nieto (diego123151@gmail.com)
Club: Capilano eSports Club
Description: Capilano eSports Club organizes both casual and competitive gaming events on campus, providing a platform for students to embrace their passion for gaming.
Contact: President, Thien Nghi Le (thienle@capilanou.ca)
Club: Capilano Islamic Club
Description: Capilano Islamic Club builds a positive environment and implements the heart of the religion that embraces Islam, welcoming not only within the Muslim community but fostering unity from students of various backgrounds.
Contact: President, MD Rahman (islamicclub.capu@gmail.com)
Club: Capilano Radio Club
Description: The Capilano Radio Club provides a platform for students to have their voices heard while showcasing local student art and projects.
Contact: President, MJ Dolar (capilanoradio@gmail.com)
Club: Capilano Rowing Club
Description: The Capilano Rowing Club seeks to get people introduced to and enjoying the sport of rowing.
Contact: President, Ethan Meads (ethanmeads@my.capilanou.ca)
Club: Capilano Tabletop Role-Playing Club
Description: This club aims to provide a platform for students to have their voices heard, and showcases local student art and projects.
Contact: President, Thomas Leung (thomasleung@my.capilanou.ca)
Club: Entrepreneurship and Incubation Club
Description: The Entrepreneurship and Incubation Club provides budding entrepreneurs a platform to share, engage, and cultivate startup ideas. Members can network and access successful mentors.
Contact: Co-Presidents, Gaurav Khanna & Arash Naghavi (entrepreneurshipandincubation@gmail.com)
Club: Exercise is Medicine
Description: Exercise is Medicine creates connections between human kinetics students and Capilano University’s community, faculty, and staff. It promotes health and wellness through exercise and active living, working to improve the population’s health.
Contact: President, Samantha J Doyle (capu.eimc@gmail.com)
Club: Infinite Science Club
Description: The Infinite Science Club promotes the passion of science enthusiasts by providing resources for interesting experiments and a space to meet like-minded peers to share undiscovered ideas.
Contact: President, Manpreet Kaur Gill (infinite.science@outlook.com)
Club: Kinesiology Student Council
Description: The Kinesiology Student Council enhances the school experience for faculty students through scholarly and social events and promoting on and off-campus health and wellness.
Contact: President, Owen McLachlan (owenmclachlan@my.capilanou.ca)
Club: Laughing Club
Description: The Laughing Club practices Laughing Yoga, fostering genuine and natural laughter for mental, physical, and social health. We inspire the importance of laughter as a tool to battle depression, stress, and anxiety.
Contact: President, Vansh Malhotra (vanshmalhotra@my.capilanou.ca)
Club: Music Therapy Students Alliance
Description: The Music Therapy Students Alliance supports cohorts of the Music Therapy Program through community involvement, professional development, and positive promotion of music therapy.
Contact: Co-Presidents, Cynthia Ng and Kirsten Ziegelmeier (mtsacapilano@gmail.com)
Club: Philosopher’s Café
Description: The Philosophers Café makes philosophy accessible to everyone, with discussions on various topics from God to ethics, welcoming students from all fields.
Contact: President, Nathanael Nga (nathanaelnga@my.capilanou.ca)
Club: Slam Poetry Club
Description: The Slam Poetry Club introduces students to healthy expression and exploration of complex emotions through poetry, building a supportive community of artists.
Contact: President, Jade Chandra (Jadechandra@my.capilanou.ca)
Club: Social Justice Club
Description: The Social Justice Club creates collaborative spaces for critical analysis, dialogue, and self-reflection, challenging assumptions about current social issues.
Contact: President, Sol Zamiadi (info@socialjusticecanada.ca)
Club: Ski Club
Description: The Ski Club encourages movement in the outdoors and promotes serenity by providing exposure to BC’s top resorts and skiing stunning mountains.
Contact: President, Julie Johnson (csuskiclub.capilano@gmail.com)
Club: We’re PSYCHED!
Description: The We’re PSYCHED! club builds connections across departments, offers peer support, and creates a fun atmosphere of community and inclusion.
Contact: President, Zed-Ola Myers (zedolamyers@my.capilanou.ca)
Capilano Business & Professional Society (CBPS) associations
For those part of the Business and Professional Studies programs, there are specific associations for each.
Association: Capilano Accounting Association
Description: The Capilano Accounting Association (CAA) is a student-led organization that seeks to connect students with career opportunities in finance, accounting, and academia. The CAA hosts social and professional events, such as workshops focused on the Certified Professional Accountant path, to help students network with local and national firms in Metro Vancouver.
Contact: President, Yaseen Shivji (yshivji@csu.bc.ca)
Association: Capilano Communication Association
Description: Established in 2019, the Capilano Communications Association hosts engaging events like the Public Speaking Bootcamp, Halloween Social, and End of Term Social, aiming to empower students with strong communication skills and foster a vibrant community.
Contact: President, Aylin Polo Calderon (acalderon@csu.bc.ca)
Association: Capilano Finance Association
Description: The Capilano Finance Association is a student-led organization that empowers undergraduate students in finance by providing educational resources, competition information, and valuable networking opportunities with finance professionals and peers.
Contact: *does not currently have a president
Association: Capilano Legal Association
Description: Since its establishment in 2019, the Capilano Legal Association has been actively organizing events like the Paralegal Networking Conference, Practicum Q&A Series, and Social Mixers, offering valuable platforms for students interested in the legal field to connect and grow.
Contact: President (Acting), Priya McMurtrie (pmcmurtrie@csu.bc.ca)
Association: Capilano University Marketing Association
President: Roman Ivanenko (rivanenko@csu.bc.ca)
Description: The Capilano University Marketing Association (CAPUMA) unites students and industry professionals, hosting enriching marketing-related events that enhance students’ knowledge, experience, and skills, empowering them for successful careers.
Association: Human Resources Management Association
Description: The Capilano Human Resources Management Association (HRMA) creates opportunities for students interested in the human resources management field by providing on- and off-campus networking and professional development events.
Contact: President Amisha Maini (amaini@csu.bc.ca)
Association: International Business Association
Description: The Capilano International Business Association is a student-led organization that empowers students interested in international business through practical workshops, networking opportunities, and professional development resources, setting them up for success in the global arena.
Contact: *does not currently have a president
Starting a club
New club applications can be found at https://csu.bc.ca/clubs/. Each club must have a president, treasurer and secretary. The only other requirements are a mission statement—to provide more information on what the club will do—and a club constitution (samples are available on the application form).
Once approved, clubs have access to funding and various resources, such as spaces for meetings and events.
