Getting involved beyond the classroom can add new dimensions to your learning experiences, providing opportunities for leadership and environments to network with professionals in your field. And of course, a student club, honor society or business fraternity can be a fun way to meet new friends with shared interests.
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| Organization | Type | Description | Advisor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Kappa Psi | Business Fraternity |
The oldest and largest co-ed professional business fraternity in the world. Members are offered numerous opportunities to perform service activities, interact socially, and to develop their professional skills. All majors are welcome. |
Matt Dale | dalemj@jmu.edu |
| Epsilon Nu Tau | Business Fraternity |
A co-ed business fraternity. Through professional and philanthropic events, members are encouraged to pursue entrepreneurial passions while making a positive impact in the Harrisonburg community. |
TBD | jmuepsilonnutau@gmail.com |
| Gamma Iota Sigma | Business Fraternity |
A professional fraternity focused on insurance, risk management and actuarial science. Members have opportunities to connect with educational institutions, industry professionals and professional organizations. |
Luis Novoa | novoadlj@jmu.edu / gisjmu@gmail.com |
| Phi Chi Theta | Business Fraternity |
A national coeducational professional fraternity in business and economics. Members have opportunities to develop leadership skills, build professional networks and gain the business knowledge needed to succeed in their chosen fields. |
Leah Kratz | kratzlm@jmu.edu |
| Phi Gamma Nu | Business Fraternity |
One of the oldest and largest co-ed professional business fraternities. Members cultivate professional excellence through professional, social and philanthropy opportunities, including resume workshops, mock interviews, etiquette dinners and community service events. |
— | pgnpresidentjmu@gmail.com |
| Beta Alpha Psi | Honor Society |
An international honors society for Accounting, CIS and Finance majors. Members participate in professional and service activities and sponsor business functions around campus. Eligibility requires sophomore standing, completion of one semester of upper-level coursework in their major and a 3.0 cumulative GPA. |
Matt Reidenbach, Jim Irving, Eileen Shifflett (co-advisors) | bap@jmu.edu |
| Beta Gamma Sigma | Honor Society |
An international honor society for students in AACSB-accredited business programs. Membership is offered to undergraduate and graduate students with junior or senior standing, a minimum 3.6 cumulative GPA and a ranking in the top 10% of their class. To learn more, visit the website. |
Lindsay King | king4lm@jmu.edu |
| Delta Mu Sigma | Honor Society | An honor society dedicated to the growth, innovation and integrity of digital marketing. Membership is open to eligible students with faculty recommendation, sophomore standing, and strong academic performance, including a minimum 3.2 overall GPA or a 3.0 overall GPA with a 3.4 GPA in marketing. Members have opportunities to develop leadership and digital marketing skills through service and chapter expansion initiatives. | — | deltamusigmajmu@gmail.com |
| Mu Kappa Tau | Honor Society |
The only marketing honor society recognized by the Association of Collegiate Honor Societies (ACHS). Membership is by invitation and open to high-achieving marketing students with a minimum 3.25 GPA, including juniors in the top 10% and seniors and graduate students in the top 20% of marketing majors. |
Bill Faranda | farandwt@jmu.edu |
| American Marketing Association | Club |
A Top 15 chapter of the American Marketing Association. Members gain marketing knowledge, skills and professional connections through guest speakers, consulting projects, competitions, fundraisers and participation in the International Collegiate Conference. |
Bob McMillen | mcmillrm@jmu.edu |
| Association for Information Systems | Club |
A professional organization for students interested in information systems. Members have opportunities to develop technical, business and leadership skills through educational programs, networking events and industry engagement while building connections with peers and professionals in the field. |
Shawn Lough | loughsr@jmu.edu / jamesmadisonais@gmail.com |
| Association for Supply Chain Management | Club |
Focused on advancing knowledge and excellence in supply chain management. Members can participate in company visits, connect with industry professionals, compete in national competitions and explore careers and emerging trends in the supply chain field. |
Bill Ritchie | ritchiwj@jmu.edu |
| Black College of Business Club | Club |
Dedicated to supporting and empowering underrepresented students in the College of Business through a welcoming and inclusive community. Members have opportunities to build professional skills through resume workshops, networking events and conversations with industry leaders while fostering meaningful connections with peers, alumni and business professionals. |
Laurent Tchommo | tchommjl@jmu.edu / jmubcobc@gmail.com |
| Blockchain Club | Club |
Focused on exploring blockchain technology through educational presentations and interactive discussions with blockchain-focused startups. Members have opportunities to develop public speaking, professionalism and networking skills while learning about cryptocurrency markets and emerging applications of blockchain technology. |
Bobby Vaziri | vaziribx@jmu.edu |
| CoB Student Diversity Council | Club |
Dedicated to fostering diversity, inclusion, belonging and understanding within the College of Business. Members engage in meaningful conversations, explore diverse perspectives and cultures, and participate in professional development opportunities that prepare them to succeed in a global business environment. |
Mert Tokman | tokmanmx@jmu.edu |
| Collegiate DECA | Club |
A student-driven organization focused on developing future business leaders through real-world experiences. Members have opportunities to compete at conferences, build professional skills and access internships, scholarships and networking opportunities while connecting classroom learning to career success. |
Amy Strunk | strunkal@jmu.edu |
| Financial Management Association | Club |
A professional organization for students interested in finance and financial decision-making. Members gain access to internship and career opportunities while developing professional and leadership skills through guest speakers, networking events, fundraising and community service activities. |
Ron Rubin | rubinrj@jmu.edu |
| Forensic Accounting Club | Club |
Focused on educating students about the forensic accounting profession through networking, hands-on experiences and community engagement. Members have opportunities to explore careers in forensic accounting while supporting education, advocacy and justice initiatives in the broader community. |
Nicole Wright | wrightns@jmu.edu |
| Global Commerce Club | Club |
A student-run organization that helps members develop the skills and resources needed to succeed in a global business environment. Through informative, interactive and social events, members explore global and cultural issues while building connections and pursuing professional growth. |
Fadi Majdoub | majdoufm@jmu.edu |
| JMU Society of Real Estate | Club |
A student-led organization that connects members with professionals across the real estate industry. Through guest speakers, career panels, case studies and the annual Real Estate Symposium, members explore careers in real estate investment, development and management while building valuable industry connections. |
Chris Roeder | roedercc@jmu.edu |
| Madison Business & Law Society | Club |
Focused on preparing students for careers at the intersection of business, law and government. Members have opportunities to build professional networks, connect with mentors and explore career pathways through educational and professional development experiences. |
Brack Collier | colliewb@jmu.edu |
| Madison Consulting Club | Club |
Focused on preparing students for successful careers in consulting. Members gain hands-on experience through real consulting projects for local businesses, develop professional skills with guidance from EY and Deloitte professionals, and connect with industry leaders through networking events, consulting panels and firm visits. For more information, visit the website. |
Luis Novoa | novoadlj@jmu.edu / madisonconsultingclub@gmail.com |
| Madison Economics Club | Club |
A student-led organization that explores economic, business and public policy issues through lectures, workshops and educational travel experiences. Members have opportunities to engage with industry experts, visit institutions such as the Federal Reserve, and deepen their understanding of economic topics in a collaborative environment. |
Daniel Harper, Zafer Akin (co-advisors) | harperdq@jmu.edu / fnpxv9@jmu.edu |
| Madison Investment Fund | Club |
A student-run investment fund that manages a portion of the JMU endowment. Members gain hands-on experience in equity research, portfolio management and financial analysis while learning investment fundamentals, applying financial theory and participating in seminars focused on markets, current events and professional development. For more information, visit the website. |
— | madison.investment.fund@gmail.com |
| Madison Networking Group | Club |
Dedicated to helping College of Business students build meaningful connections with industry professionals, alumni and peers. Members gain career insights and expand their professional networks through networking events, panel discussions, roundtables and business competitions while exploring opportunities across the business world. |
Melissa Mayhew | mayhewmm@jmu.edu |
| Madison Sales Club | Club |
Focused on developing the skills, knowledge and connections needed for successful careers in sales. Members build professional selling skills through resume workshops, corporate presentations, networking events, LinkedIn tutorials and career fairs while connecting with industry professionals and exploring opportunities in the sales profession. |
Steve Kozak | kozaksw@jmu.edu / jmupsc@gmail.com |
| scratch pad. (JMU Ad Club) | Club |
JMU’s only student-run advertising agency and a student chapter of the American Advertising Federation. Members gain hands-on experience creating campaigns for real-world clients through the National Student Advertising Competition while building industry knowledge, professional networks and practical advertising skills. For more information, visit their website. |
Canessa Collins | collincn@jmu.edu / scratchpadjmu@gmail.com |
| Society of Entrepreneurs | Club |
Bringing together entrepreneurially minded students interested in innovation, startups and business creation. Members have opportunities to learn from entrepreneurs, explore entrepreneurship and innovation topics, develop new ventures and connect with the broader entrepreneurial community through speakers, events and networking opportunities. |
Fariss Mousa | mousafx@jmu.edu |
| Women in Business | Club |
Focused on connecting female students interested in business careers. Members build leadership and networking skills in a supportive environment while developing meaningful connections with peers, professionals and mentors. |
Hui Sono | sonohh@jmu.edu / jmuwomeninbusiness@gmail.com |
