Affinity Groups
Our affinity groups are student organizations that promote the needs of under represented populations. Learn more about our 5 affinity groups below!
Virtual Tips for Affinity Group Leaders
Black Student Union
The Black Student Union serves the purpose of organizing to represent the interest of Black students at Shepherd University. For more information about the organization and upcoming events, please check out their Rampulse page.
Disability Advocacy Group
DAG is specifically geared towards advocating for those with physical, sensory or cognitive challenges – even if your exceptions aren’t easily noticed. DAG also aims to educate individuals on what life is like for those who have family members with challenges. For more information about the organization and upcoming events, please check out their Rampulse page.
Gender-Sexuality Alliance
Shepherd University Gender-Sexuality Alliance promotes acceptance and cooperation among Shepherd’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, asexual, transgender, queer, and straight communities. We are devoted to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment on campus for all students, faculty, staff, and community members. For more information about the organization and upcoming events, please check out their Rampulse page.
Global Shepherd Students
The purpose for Global Shepherd Students is to provide international and local students, as well as members of the community, with the opportunity to participate in different educational programs regarding the international and local community and multiculturalism as a means to advance in a pluralistic society. For more information about the organization and upcoming events, please check out their Rampulse page.
Students for Reproductive Rights
Students for Reproductive Rights aims to promote an understanding of issues regarding reproductive rights, health, and the promotion of general equality and equity through campus and community activities. The group strives to raise awareness of current events and the different effect they have on each individual. For more information about the organization and upcoming events, please check out their Rampulse page.