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Joining one of the various clubs offered at Highline is a great way to meet like-mined people and get involved on campus.

With clubs offering over a dozen opportunities for students, it’s impossible to be bored on Highline campus [PART 2]

Eleanor Kleitch Staff Reporter Oct 17, 2024

Last week, the Thunderword covered only a portion of the opportunities for involvement on campus. Whether you like to move, converse, or curl up with a book, here are some more clubs we’d like to highlight:

The Anime Club is dedicated to creating a safe space to share common interests and celebrate the stories, art, and culture of anime. Whether it’s about writing, watching, or talking about it, it’s all about anime! Many can come when they’re looking for their next watch, sharing their fan art, or gushing about their favorite characters. Join the anime club on Thursdays, 11 a.m – 12:30 p.m. in 8-302. 

Enjoy talking, but maybe about something broader than anime? The Art Of Conversation Club makes sure that everyone who has a voice can be heard, offering you a place to just let your voice be spoken by others in the community. The Art Of Conversation Club meets every Thursday from 3-5 p.m. in 8-302. 


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Cru is a club all about coming together over a shared passion for Jesus Christ.

Looking to find people who share a similar faith as you do? Cru is a club all about coming together over a shared passion for Jesus Christ, forming a community of people from all walks of life.

“Cru is a caring community passionate about connecting students to Jesus. We want to help students discover who God is, grow in their faith, and be equipped to talk with others respectfully about Jesus,” Charlene Wilson, president of Cru, had to say when asked more about the club.

Wilson also added that “Cru is open to anyone, regardless of your background of faith.” Cru meets from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in 14-106.

The Badminton Club is here to cause a racket and get you coming back for more! Being a very easy sport to get into, Badminton, the fast-paced racket-based sport, is the perfect sport for people looking to just have a fun time with an easy game. Bring your friends or make new ones at the Badminton Club.

If you have a disability and are looking for a community that offers aid and support, the S.P.I.C.E. Club offers all students with disabilities a comfortable and relaxing space to help ease the stress of disabled students. If you’re looking to join, simply email Mustof Osman or Chris Pettersson for more information.


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Wanna chat over a recent read? The Book Club is a great place to do so.

Prefer to curl up rather than run around? Then the Book Club has you covered. Book Club is all about reading and getting to know not only the source material, but the people in the club as well. Share your love of books with others in the community in Book Club.

Ja’Raya McCrary, Highline student president of the book club, shared, “Being the president of the book club is amazing. It actually supports me to help the community and get people involved… We don’t all read the same books. [Club members] bring their own.”

Not a fan of paperback books? Are hardbacks not hard enough? Then maybe a book of chrome is more your speed. The Computer Science Club is great if you’re seeking a career, wanting to dip your toe in the code, or participate in hackathons, an event where several people come together to solve problems or identify new opportunities. 

The Computer Science Club offers its resources and aid to all looking to learn or improve their skills. Meetings are to be announced, and more information can be found by reaching out to club president, Ryder Evans.

For computer scientists looking to make a difference, the CyberSecurity Club and the Women in Cybersecurity (WiCys) student chapters are there to help people enter the field of internet protection. Their goal is to prepare students for cybersecurity competitions, where one can test their skills. 


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The Computer Science Club, the Cybersecurity Club, and the Women in Cybersecurity Club all are options for you to join.

“The Cybersecurity Club and WiCys student chapters are a safe and welcoming space for students of all ages and knowledge/skill levels to come together to learn about cybersecurity,” said Jennifer Hall, the president of the cybersecurity sister clubs at Highline college. They meet weekly via Discord, Saturdays at noon.

Do you like to tinker or use your thinker? If you even have a passing interest in physics, then the Highline Association of Thinkers and Tinkerers can help expand your knowledge of all things physics related. You don’t even need to have a major in physics to join! Club hours are Thursdays from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in 16-106.

But if you’re looking for some friendly tabletop competition, the Table Tennis Club is looking to get you to rally with them and play a few sets. Practice and hone your skills on the miniature court every Thursday from 2-4:30pm in 4-104.

All this, and still unsure? You can form your own. Maybe a Swiftie club is missing for friendship bracelet trading on campus, or a video game club! The Clubs Team through Highline employs students and faculty to work with students on recognition, scheduling and locations, events, travel, and even funding.