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The life of a college student is more than just attending classes. At Donnelly, students can engage in campus activities and events year-round. Located in the heart of Kansas City, KS, Donnelly’s campus is a great place for students to gain leadership skills through multiple clubs and organizations while participating in numerous campus events and becoming a valued part of Donnelly’s culture.
Lenten Lunches
Feburary 28 and March 20
Lent is a time of reflection and contemplation but also a time for community. Our Lenten Lunches are a time for students to enjoy lunch together and meet new classmates.
Pi Day
Date TBD | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
What do Pi and Pie have in common? A fun celebration at Donnelly! Join fellow students and our LAS department as we highlight great thinkers in STEM fields, enjoy some fun activities, and of course, have some pie!
Dime: The Arts and Literary Journal of Donnelly College, Release Party
Date TBD
Each spring, dime (pronounced “DEE-may”): The Arts and Literary Journal of Donnelly College is released. Our students’ submissions make up the journal; additionally, the launch includes presentation of the Sister Mary Faith Schuster Awards for writing and visual arts.
More information and submission guidelines.
Phi Theta Kappa Induction
Monday, April 29 | 3:30 p.m.
Invocation
Thursday, May 16, 2024 | 5:00 p.m.
Ceremony location: St. Peter's Cathedral KCK
Reception location: Donnelly College
Reception time: Immediately following Invocation
Commencement Ceremony
Saturday, May 18 2024 | 10 a.m.
Ceremony location: Savior Pastoral Center
Nursing Pinning Ceremony at 12:15 p.m.
Student Senate
Student Senate fosters student leaders, providing organizational structure and promoting involvement to enhance students’ leadership skills and college experience. The Senate represents students’ interests and serves as a liaison between the College’s student body, faculty and staff.
Student Senate (Spring 2024):
- President - Anthony Torres-Carrillo
- Vice President - Evelin Adame
- Secretary - Lily Cox
- Treasurer - Sandra Pacheco
- Club Liaison - Arthur Gonzales
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Members at Large: Abdullah Ahmed, Perla Grijalva, Ashley Hernandez Torres, Brad Rodriguez, Hatsyri Sanchez-DeLaRosa
Resources:
Clubs
With a number of clubs ready to welcome you into their ranks, we want to make sure they can welcome you easily.
Active student clubs for the 2023-2024 academic year who wish to continue MUST submit a renewal application to be considered an official Donnelly College Student Club for this year. Renew today.
Interested in starting a new club at Donnelly? Email Student Senate to receive an application.
Active Clubs
Esports Club
Do you like video games? Do you enjoy competing to prove you're the best? Do you enjoy live-streaming games in front of a community of your peers? Or do you want to join a club where you get to escape into whatever games you enjoy and share that fun with other gaming students?
If you said yes to any of these, consider joining the Donnelly College Esports team! We are a new team open to roster additions and we are looking for team members who want to do anything and everything video game related! We will have opportunities for students to compete against other schools in select games, stream games they enjoy on the Donnelly College Twitch platform, and even just have a space to play and enjoy on top-of-the-line equipment with other students during school hours.
Esports: Open Monday-Thursday @ 10:15 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Math Club
The Donnelly Math Club is here to help students develop, learn, and be confident with their math skills. Whether they are applying their skills in class or in everyday life. The Math Club meets biweekly every Thursday at 12:30 p.m. in Room 330.
Club President: Anthony-Torres Carrillo
Vice President: Sonia Rivas
(913) 621-8769 | dshareef@donnelly.edu
Study Away Club
The Study Away Club provides students the opportunity to see and experience new places and cultures both near and far. Each year students have opportunities for travel, education, and service learning both in the United States and abroad. Recent trips have included Costa Rica, Cuba, Chicago, Washington D.C., and Memphis.
Upcoming trips for the 2023-2024 school year tentatively include Mexico City and Washington D.C. There are also opportunities for day trips in Kansas City and the surrounding areas.
Study Away Club meets every Tuesday from 12:15-1 p.m. in Room 218
913-621-8721 | gmoffet@donnelly.edu
Inactive Clubs
The following clubs/organizations have been a part of the Donnelly College community in the past. Currently, they are not active - but can be revitalized.
Pro-Life Club
This club is comprised of students who passionately share their views of pro-life. They also fundraise and plan the annual trip to the March for Life in Washington, D.C.
Club Advisor:
Matt Vandervennet, Director of Mission
(913) 621-8776 | mvandervennet@donnelly.edu
Salsa Club
The Salsa Club is here to help instill an appreciation for the art of dance in Donnelly students, faculty and staff. The club also aims to help individuals learn about the history and variety of Latin rhythms.
(913) 621-8732 | cfalcon@donnelly.edu
STEM Club
The purpose of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Club is to encourage students’ interest in STEM fields. The STEM Club sponsors STEM-related educational activities and field trips, provides opportunities for career exploration, and creates avenues for professional networking. STEM Club members serve as advocates and leaders on campus, sharing their passion for STEM and motivating their peers to consider a career in STEM or simply to try STEM activities. As STEM leaders they also participate in outreach activities in the local community, sparking curiosity, spreading science excitement, and igniting innovation!
Club Advisor:
Joe Multhauf
Assistant Professor, Biology
(913) 621-8790 | joemulthauf@donnelly.edu
Soccer Club
Donnelly is seeking students to perform as Lux at both on-campus and off-campus events.
- Earn $25/hour by being Donnelly’s mascot.
- Students must be 5’6”-5’11” in height due to costume restrictions.
- This is a great opportunity to add to your resume!
Interested? Contact the Student Engagement Coordinator.
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