DEPARTMENT CLUB DIRECTORY
Looking for more opportunities to get involved within the Faculty of Science? Well look no more! Find out how you can become a part of the amazing organizations below.
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Actuarial & Statistical Undergraduate Association (ASUA)
The Actuarial and Statistical Undergraduate Association’s mission is to provide academic support, professional development, and a social community for students in the department of Actuarial and Statistical Sciences. We welcome anyone in Actuarial Science, Statistical Science, Data Science, Financial Modelling, or anyone interested in the industry!
President: Safia Ourchane
ANATOMY AND CELL BIOLOGY CLUB (acbc)
The Undergraduate Anatomy and Cell Biology Club (ACBC) aims to foster community development among current and future ACB students through academic and social support. The club serves as a platform for student networking and collaboration while also highlighting the Medical Cell Biology program to those who are interested. Welcome to anyone looking to find like-minded individuals and learn more about anatomy and cell biology!
President: Ivy Ding and Iris Chen
Association of Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences Students (AIMSS)
The Association of Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences Students (AIMSS) is a collaborative initiative between IMS students and Schulich Faculty. With IMS being the largest medical science module at Western, AIMSS strives to provide guidance, resources, and programming for students in the module. Join our team and/or attend our events for the opportunity to connect and work with Western Schulich Faculty to help create the best student experience!
President: TBA
Contact: Facebook
BACHELOR OF MEDICAL SCIENCES ASSOCIATION (BMSA)
BMSA is the student association at the helm of the BMSc program. With an affiliation to Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry and the BMSUE Manager, Kathleen, we use our arsenal of resources to facilitate the process of students seeking opportunities in the London community and beyond. From Research and volunteer positions to providing academic resources which help a student organize their academic path, BMSA is here to help!
Presidents: Joyce Li and Hayes Liang
Biology Undergraduate Society (BUGS)
BUGS is one of the largest student-run, department backed organizations at Western University. Our main goal is to is to broaden the academic and social experience of Western undergraduate students with an interest in biology. BUGS aims to connect undergraduate biology students with similar goals to each other and to foster an environment where students can learn about scholarship, career, scholastic, and volunteer opportunities.
Presidents: Caitlin Oh and Matthew Leung
Biophysics Network of Students (BONeS)
BONeS is the student club representing the undergrads enrolled in Medical Biophysics. We aim to build the biophysics community by encouraging a collaborative environment in classes, enhancing student socialization, and providing a networking platform for students. Through our events, we hope to “hype-up” the Medical Biophysics Department at Western!
Presidents: Ramisa Nawar & Purnima Sainani
Chemistry Club
Chemistry Club is a group of individuals passionate about Chemistry! We aim to get people excited about chemistry and inspired to learn more about the wonders of chemistry. We provide academic support to chemistry students (first years to fourth years) and plan fun and interactive events to connect the faculty, graduate, and undergraduate chemistry students.
President: Ishika Patil
Computer Science Undergraduate Society
The Computer Science Undergraduate Society (CSUS) is an organization that represents all computer science students at Western University. As the oldest and most established computer science organization on campus, CSUS is run by students and for students. We work closely with the Department of Computer Science to promote computer science as an academic discipline, to connect students to related university services, and to provide methods of networking between students, faculty, and employers.
Presidents: Sue Han
Environmental Science Association (ESA)
Calling all environmentalists! ESA is a group focused on connecting students with the environmental community at Western. We hold both academic and social events to meet likeminded people and grow the environmental science programs on campus. We are looking forward to continuing collaboration with members of the London community and Western at large to foster and grow sustainable practices and initiatives.
President: Sophie Brown
Math Club at Western (MaCAW)
Math Club at Western (MaCAW) is the official undergraduate Math club at Western. We hold a number of academic events (including pizza seminars, math contests, and problem-solving sessions) and social events (including board games nights and movie nights) over the course of the year. Get involved with MaCAW to meet fellow math students and math enthusiasts. MaCAW is open to all students – and, if you are enrolled in a math program, then you are automatically a member of our club!
President: Dana Vanbesien and Lily Friesen
Microbiology and Immunology Student Association (MISA)
The Microbiology and Immunology Student Association (MISA) focuses on enhancing the expirence of students intrested in this exciting field. MISA runs many events including professor meet and greets, fundraisers, socials and more. Newcomers are welcome, we would be happy to introduce you to the amazing department of Microbology and Immunology!
President: Srishti Khadilkar
OUtcrop Club
The Outcrop Club is a club for undergraduate Earth Science students. Our goal is to connect students and encourage collaboration and friendships across the department. We do this by offering a variety of social events throughout the year such as paint and game nights, trivia, field trips, rock sales, and our annual formal event: Geoball. We are also committed to helping students academically through our help center, and helping with career development and networking.
President: Ezra Hovi
Physics and Astronomy Student's Association (PASA)
The Physics & Astronomy Students' Association (PASA) is the official students' association for undergraduates in the Physics & Astronomy faculty. We host a variety of fun social events, and some of our signature events are the Wave Function and the annual PhUnC conference. PASA also hosts the Physics Help Centre available to all students.
President: Andrew Stevenson
Contact: Instagram
PHYSIOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY UNDERGRADUATE SOCIETY (PUGS)
PUGS is the undergraduate society for all students with an interest in physiology and/or pharmacology. Our main goal is to unite like-minded individuals through events like conferences, ITR sessions, faculty meet and greets, PhysPharm Survival Guide, group studying and various types of socials. Join our team to find out more, everyone is welcome!
President: Kevin Liu
Contact: Instagram
SYNBIO CluB
The Synbio Club is focused on giving Synbio students a place to connect and learn - promoting Synbio to the student body, increasing awareness of the module and topic, and promoting the opportunities it offers as solutions to problems and as careers.
Presidents: Maya Clapperton
Contact: Instagram
Undergraduate Pathology Alliance at Western (UPAw)
The Undergraduate Pathology Alliance at Western (UPAW) is an undergraduate club that is dedicated to promoting educational and experiential opportunities for undergraduate students in the field of pathology. Our mission is to provide students with a supportive environment in which they can explore the various subfields of pathology, build connections with like-minded individuals, and deepen their understanding of the discipline. This club aims to connect first and second year with upper-year students in Pathology-based modules (Pathology, One Health, and Medical Bioinformatics) through mentorship, as well as social and career-focused events.
President: Matthew Leung and Jacqueline Palik
Undergraduate Students’ Council of Epidemiology and Biostatistics (USCEB)
The Undergraduate Students' Council of Epidemiology and Biostatistics is the official student government for EpiBio undergrad students! Our goal is to create a tight knit community between the students in the module and providing opportunities by running social and academic events such as board game nights, career panels, ITR event, bowling, and more! We are always looking for new people to join our department, so please don't hesitate to reach out!
President: Olla Hilal
Contact: Instagram
Western Biochemistry Club
Western Biochemistry Club is an organization for all students interested in Biochemistry. We provide many formal and informal opportunities to learn more about this exciting field and connect with other students in Biochemistry modules and Biochemistry faculty and researchers. We provide extensive resources to students taking second and third year level Biochemistry courses, including review sessions, mock exams, ITR information, and the Biochemistry Mentorship Program (BCMP) for students in Biochemistry 2280.
Presidents: Isabel Kannampuzha and Hareth Al-Hellawi
WISc Society
The WISc Society was created to provide social and academic opportunities for students in the Integrated Science (WISc) program! We have a range of programming planned for this year including research information sessions, mentorship placements, and spring merch tie-dying!
President: TBA
Western Undergraduate Neuroscience Society (WUNS)
WUNS serves as a platform for neuroscience enthusiasts to learn more about current research in the field, and meet other like-minded students. The society provides students with academic, social, and networking events, including course review sessions, neuroscience career panels, and the end-of-year neuroscience gala! 🧠
Presidents: Anastasia Nikolik & Keligne Mutambayi