Clubs and Organizations

School of Computing's Clubs and Organizations Listing

Organizations are valuable when pursuing in-depth knowledge of the field or major you have chosen. The School of Computing encourages you to find the organization that you find the most inspiring. Organization memberships are always open to all students and offer a unique avenue to associate with professionals in the field, have experiences, conduct research, and participate in workshop opportunities and professional development you would be challenged to have access to otherwise.

AIRO

The Artificial Intelligence Research Organization club contains a group of student members working on exciting research and development projects utilizing state-of-the-art methods and tools in artificial intelligence, such as machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing. 

OCP

The Osprey Competitive Programmers (OCP) club is meant to engage students interested in advanced computational thinking and computer programming, particularly in the competitive programming space. The members of this club participate in various regional, national, and international competitive programming competitions. Besides programming competitions, the members meet regularly to discuss different coding problems requiring a deep understanding of algorithms and data structures. The club welcomes all interested students, irrespective of their coding experience. 

OSEC

The Osprey Security Club at UNF is a community of IT students focused on developing its members to their full potential as future professionals. As an AITP member, you will meet people working in your field of interest, learn about career and business opportunities, stay abreast of industry trends, polish your leadership skills, converge your technology skills with business skills, and stay connected with the world of the new IT profession.

OTEC

Osprey Technology

GAD

The UNF Gaming and Application Development Club is open to all students at UNF and promotes interest in both professional and social uses of gaming and application development. GAD regularly holds "Lunch and Learn" events during the semester featuring guest speakers addressing relevant gaming and application development topics.

IEEE

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering-Computer Society is the world's leading organization for computing professionals and offers excellent publications, conferences, technical journals, certifications, and more. We strive to expose our student members to local professionals and activities that inspire and prepare them for their careers within the profession.

SSE

Space Science Engineering information coming soon

SWAT

Society for Women Advancing Technology (SWAT) Club, Developing a community to encourage Women in Computing and IT majors and fields, promoting academic and professional development, building professional relationships, preparing for internship and career opportunities, and creating outreach opportunities, awareness, and connections within the community to advocate young women in computing. Open to all students.

UPE

Computing Sciences affect almost every aspect of contemporary life. Thus, it is the express purpose of Upsilon Pi Epsilon (UPE) to promote the Computing Sciences and to encourage its contribution to the enhancement of knowledge and life. UPE strives to reach its goal by recognizing academic excellence at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in the Computing Sciences. UPE is an honor society.  Membership is by invitation only, which is based on academic achievement.

UNF Blockchain Club 

the UNF Blockchain Club is an official registered student organization on campus. In case you are unfamiliar, blockchain technology is an innovative technology that has combined things like game theory, cryptography, and distributed networking in a way that has allowed us to invent incorruptible ledger systems. These distributed ledgers have revolutionary implications for legacy monetary systems, the nature of digital property rights, and the future of the way data is stored and transmitted on the internet. It is a field that has experienced and will continue to experience an exponential rate of growth that competes with and, in some cases, will surpass the rate of growth experienced by technologies such as gene sequencing, robotics, and artificial intelligence.

Web Development Club

TBD

Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS)

WiCyS (Women in Cybersecurity, a global community) is a local UNF chapter composed of women, allies, and advocates dedicated to fostering talented students in the field of Cybersecurity. The club promotes academic and professional development, building professional relationships, and preparing for internship and career opportunities in Cybersecurity. WiCyS aims to create cybersecurity outreach opportunities, awareness, and connections within the community. Open to all UNF students.

School of Engineering's Clubs and Organizations Listing

ACI

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) students club provides learning and networking opportunities to enhance students’ professional development. ACI student members can access electronic versions of ACI's monthly magazine on concrete design and construction, Structural Journal, and Materials Journal.

ASCE

American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) as a Society (https://www.asce.org/) gears at the general health and welfare of the public, working everywhere from governmental relations to K-12 outreach projects. We, as a whole, strive to give a better understanding to the general public about all sides of Civil Engineering, as well as maintain and improve the current state of the US infrastructure.

In our Student Chapter, you will have the opportunity to partake in Student Conferences all over the Southeast, putting to use your classroom knowledge as well as pushing you to dig deeper. We host socials with our professional "parent" chapter, allowing for networking and professional development. In ASCE, we are a community.

ASHE

The primary benefit of being part of ASHE UNF is the opportunity to grow technically and professionally. ASHE provides a forum to interact with one’s peers in the transportation industry while working together to help solve common problems and discuss pertinent issues.

ASME

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers aims to serve students by helping them develop professional skills by offering immersive activities such as engineering projects, professional growth workshops, student socials, company tours, and volunteering opportunities.

COPRI

Coasts, Oceans, Ports and Rivers Institute serves its membership and society by uniting the disciplines working to sustainable develop, protect and restore coasts, oceans, ports, waterways, rivers, and wetlands; integrating the key stakeholders into decision-making processes; advancing technological state of the art and practice; and influencing public policy.

UNF COPRI has been the proud student chapter at the University of North Florida since September 2012. COPRI stands for Coasts, Oceans, Ports, and Rivers Institute. UNF is currently working in unison with ASCE/COPRI to advance the engineering profession along the coasts through a collective effort that is mutually beneficial to both organizations. Past, present, and future activities include club meetings, seminars, workshops, conferences, socials, and field trips. These events incorporate industry professionals from within the local community in northeast Florida, as well as prestigious engineers from around the nation. UNF is also progressing the coastal engineering community by involving up-and-coming young engineers and scientists with industry professionals through networking opportunities and project site visits. You are invited to join UNF COPRI’s efforts in promoting the importance of science and engineering along the coastlines of our planet.

Electric Vehicle Osprey (EVO)

Electric Vehicle Osprey (EVO) is a UNF RSO whose goal is to convert a gas-powered vehicle to a fully operating electric vehicle.  EVO is an opportunity for any student at UNF interested in electrical applications to bring to life what is learned in EE classrooms.  Creating an electric car will increase students' problem-solving skills while reinforcing the material they have learned in classes such as Physics II and Circuits Analysis.  Taking the concepts and electrical procedures learned in the classroom and applying them to a technical situation will allow students to further their education and careers.  EVO is determined to make better students and even better engineers!

Engineering in Medicine & Biology Society

The IEEE Engineering in Medicine & Biology Society is dedicated to the benefit of its members and all of humanity, with our efforts focused on five driving objectives.

• Advance medicine, biology, healthcare, and well-being through the application of engineering and data sciences and technology.
• Promote the profession of biomedical engineering, foster professional development, and recognize excellence
• Present conferences that bring together scientists, engineers, and physicians from multiple disciplines to disseminate knowledge and solve meaningful complex problems.
• establish technical standards
• provide global leadership for the profession

FES

The Florida Engineering Society aims to offer students interested in engineering a place to nurture leadership skills, advocate for Professional Engineer licensure, and network with students and professional engineers in the Osprey and Jacksonville community.

IEEE

UNF IEEE wants to help bring students the opportunity to experience engineering outside of the classroom. We have much to offer, including projects, tutoring, student involvement, and much more! Come see us; all majors are welcome!

ITE

ITE is a student chapter of the parent Institute of Transportation Engineers organization and is geared toward capacity-building, showing the impact of transportation on the community and creating networks between students and professionals in the field

NSBE

Fulfilling the mission to increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers, who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community

Osprey Robotics

Osprey Robotics was established to introduce students to the fascinating subject of hobbyist robotics. Osprey Robotics is dedicated to educating those who wish to explore the intricate world of robotic systems. A vast swathe of disciplines are interred within the field, and as such, the club is a great way to experience interdisciplinary coordination.

Osprey Racing

Every year, UNF SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) competes with about 120 other teams internationally at the Michigan International Speedway in both dynamic and static events with a student-built F1-style race car. This competition tests the ability of the student-designed car as well as the team's ability to present the design to a group of judges. The purpose of this club is to encourage student-driven learning through competition in all facets of business, design, manufacturing, and testing. We accept all majors, whether you've raced your whole life or just want to learn about the industry. Come check us out!

SAE Aerospace Design Club

The Aerospace Design Club exists to provide students with real-world experience relating to the design, construction, and flight of aircraft. The SAE Aero Design competition is the primary event that the club participates in; this event is structured to compress a typical aircraft development program (in the context of RC flight) into one calendar year, taking participants through the system engineering process of breaking down requirements. It exposes participants to the nuances of conceptual design, manufacturing, system integration/test, and sell-off through demonstration.

SEWRA

Our mission is simply to bridge water resources and professionals in the water industry with students. If you are interested in Drinking Water, Groundwater, Stormwater, Water Quality, Drainage, Wastewater, Public Health, Water Resource Planning, Emergency Management, Water Research, Desalination, Water Treatment, Distribution Plants, Water Plant Operation, and/or Water Facility Design & Construction, this is the organization to be affiliated with.

SHPE

The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers strives to become the source of quality Hispanic Engineers and technical talent and be a leading social organization whose primary function is to enhance and achieve the potential of Hispanics and members in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.

SWE

The Society of Women Engineers(SWE) is an organization dedicated to promoting women in engineering. The society provides a place for engineering students to network with other students and professionals through meetings and volunteer events. SWE is open to all students and all engineering disciplines.

SSE

At Space Science Engineering, our goal is to inspire students' interest in space exploration and their understanding of Earth's atmosphere. We achieve this by offering hands-on activities and teamwork-based projects that focus on developing engineering skills, conducting practical research, and fostering the growth of future scientists.

Construction Management's Clubs and Organizations Listing

ABC

The University of North Florida Association of Builders and Contractors, Student Chapter, will increase student knowledge of the construction industry, promote fellowship and professionalism, and provide service to the Construction Management Department, the University of North Florida, and the community. As a member of an ABC student chapter, students will learn the importance of the merit shop philosophy and free enterprise through active association involvement. Involvement in the student chapter provides interaction with ABC National and chapter staff, member contractors, faculty and staff, and students with similar interests and career goals.

NAHB

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Student Chapter program enriches students’ educational experiences. It offers first-hand exposure to the real world of the building industry, educational programming, and networking opportunities. UNF NAHB Student Chapter works with local home builders to enrich students. It also runs the NAHB Student Competition, a real-world construction management and planning contest for students. The competition is a highlight of the International Builders’ Show.

NASTT

An Engineering Society of individuals, public organizations, and private companies with strong beliefs in the practical, social, and environmental benefits of trenchless technology.

SLX

The University of North Florida Sigma Lambda Chi chapter is the national honor society for the Construction Management program. The fundamental purpose of Sigma Lambda Chi is to provide recognition to outstanding students in construction curricula. Sigma Lambda Chi allows students to be recognized locally and internationally for their academic accomplishments as a Construction Management major. The club has three objectives: to render service to the Construction Management program, to develop good relations among campus, industry, and the public, and to recognize outstanding professional individuals in construction.

WIC

The Women in Construction (WiC) Student Club is designed to inspire and support women in their pursuit of a career in the construction industry. The club provides opportunities for networking with fellow students, alumni, and professionals in construction and related fields. Additionally, it organizes community service events to give students a glimpse into the practical aspects of working in the construction industry.