Elmhurst College

Infobox University
name = Elmhurst College


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established = 1871
type = Private
affiliation = United Church of Christ
affiliations = CCIW
president = S. Alan Ray, Ph. D.
city = Elmhurst
state = Illinois
country = U.S.
campus = Suburban
undergrad=2,670
postgrad=230
faculty=127
nickname = Bluejays
colors = Blue and White
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website = [http://public.elmhurst.edu public.elmhurst.edu]

Elmhurst College was founded in 1871. It is a private four-year institution affiliated with the United Church of Christ. It is located on 38 acres (154,000 m²) of land in Elmhurst, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. There were approximately 2,670 undergraduate students and 230 graduate students enrolled in Elmhurst College in 2007. cite web | last= | first= | authorlink= | coauthors= |date=| year= | month= | url=http://public.elmhurst.edu/admission/1260712.html | title=Elmhurst College: Fast Facts | format= | work= | pages= |publisher= | language= | accessdate=2007-06-29 | accessyear= | curly=]

Degrees

Elmhurst College offers the following degrees:
* Bachelor of Arts
* Bachelor of Liberal Studies
* Bachelor of Music
* Bachelor of Science
* Master of Arts
* Master of Business Administration
* Master of Education
* Master of Science
* Master in Professional Accounting

History

In 1871 Chicago businessman Thomas Bryan and his wife Jennie gave land in Elmhurst, Illinois to the German Evangelical Synod of the Northwest. This land was given for the purpose of establishing a school to prepare young men for the theological seminary and to train teachers for parochial schools. The Elmhurst Proseminary opened later that year. The first students--all male--studied Latin, Greek, English, German, music, history, geography, mathematics, science, and religion. All classes, including English, were taught in German.

In 1919, the Proseminary became the Elmhurst Academy and Junior College. It offered (in English) both pre-theological and classical education programs. The expanded curriculum included courses in public speaking, physical education, economics, psychology, and the history of education. In 1923, the Academy and Junior College assumed the name Elmhurst College, and became a four-year college for men, offering the Bachelor of Arts degree. Women first enrolled in 1930. In 1949, Elmhurst College offered its first Evening Session for adult students.

Timeline of the College

*1871 - School established in Elmhurst, Illinois.
*1872 - First class taught.
*1875 - Phillip Meusch becomes second president.
*1879 - Old Main dedicated, enrollment reaches 103 students.
*1880 - Peter Goebel becomes third president.
*1887 - Daniel Irion becomes fourth president.
*1901 - "Elmhurst College" first appears on cover of school catalog.
*1907 - Reinhold Niebuhr enrolls at Elmhurst College.
*1917 - Catalog is published in English for the first time.
*1919 - Herman Schick becomes fifth president of Elmhurst College.
*1920 - The first school newspaper and the first three fraternities arrive on campus.
*1921 - Elmhurst celebrates its Golden Jubilee.
*1923 - Elmhurst College has its first Homecoming.
*1924 - Helmut Richard Niebuhr becomes sixth president of the College.
*1925 - First three students graduate from the College's four year program.
*1928 - Timothy Lehmann becomes seventh president of Elmhurst College.
*1930 - The College opens its doors to women, 46 enroll.
*1934 - Elmhurst is accredited as a four-year college.
*1948 - Henry Dinkmeyer becomes Elmhurst's eight president.
*1949 - Evening Sessions begin.
*1957 - Robert C. Stanger becomes Elmhurst's ninth president.
*1965 - Donald Kleckner becomes the tenth president of the College.
*1967 - Gwendolyn Brooks teaches creative writing during the Spring Term.
*1971 - Elmhurst celebrates its centennial, Ivan Frick becomes the eleventh president.
*1975 - The College's endowment tops $1 million.
*1985 - The women's volleyball team wins its second NCAA championship in three years.
*1994 - Bryant Cureton becomes the twelfth president of the college.
*1998 - Elmhurst launches its first graduate programs.
*1999 - North Hall dedicated.
*2001 - The Elmhurst College Jazz Band performs at the Chicago Jazz Festival in Grant Park.
*2004 - Circle Hall dedicated.
*2008 - Daniels Hall dedicated.
*2008 - S. Alan Ray becomes the thirteenth president of the college.

Presidents of Elmhurst College

*1871-1874 Carl Frederick Kranz
*1874-1880 Phillip Frederick Meusch
*1880-1887 Peter Goebel
*1887-1919 Daniel Irion, Class of 1874
*1919-1924 Herman J. Schick, Class of 1897
*1924-1927 Helmut Richard Niebuhr, Class of 1912
*1928-1948 Timothy Lehmann, Class of 1899
*1948-1957 Henry W. Dinkmeyer, Class of 1911
*1957-1965 Robert C. Stanger, Class of 1918
*1965-1971 Donald C. Kleckner
*1971-1994 Ivan E. Frick
*1994-2008 Bryant L. Cureton
*2008- S. Alan Ray

Campus Facilities

Accelerator Laboratory

The Accelerator Art space houses a 350,000-volt Cockcroft-Walton particle accelerator. Originally built by Dr. Sam Allison, professor of physics at University of Chicago. It was moved to Elmhurst in the mid-late 1960s and first beam was run in 1973. The accelerator was initially capable of accelerating voltages of 750KeV, but both newer solid state diodes and proximity to the building structure limits the voltage to 350 KeV. The accelerator now shares the building space with the new-age art gallery.

A. C. Buehler Library

Fresh from a $1.5 million upgrade, the A. C. Buehler Library aspires to be the model small-college library. Comfortable, welcoming, and ready to provide help on both academic and technical questions, the campus library and its staff provide an excellent bridge between the "printed page" library of the 20th century and the moder, technology-based information source. The A. C. Buehler Library is also home to the finest collection of Chicago Imagistart in the world.

Daniels Hall

Daniels Hall [formerly known as the Computer Science and Technology Center] , opened in 1988, is home to the College's open-access computer laboratories and much more. It houses the department of mathematics, computer science and information systems, foreign languages and literatures, and geography and environmental planning. The Instructional Media Center, located on the first floor, houses audio-visual material. Daniels Hall also contains several general purpose classrooms, the Gretsch Recording Studio, the weather station, and specialized laboratories. In 2008, it was named after Illinois Representative Lee Daniels.

The Frick Center

Built in 1961 and recently expanded and renovated (1999-2001), the Frick Center houses lounges, dining facilities, a game room, the mailroom, meeting rooms, and radio station WRSE (88.7mHz). The offices of the Student Government Association are housed here, as is the Union Board, the yearbook, and the college newspaper The Leader. Formerly known as the College Union, this building was renamed in 1994 to honor the College's eleventh president, Dr. Ivan E. Frick, and his wife, Ruth Hudson Frick.

Goebel Hall

Originally built in 1928 as the College's gymnasium, Goebel is named for the College's third president. It houses the Offices of Admission and Financial Aid, Registration and Records, Advising, Student Accounts, Academic Affairs, and the campus book store. Its more recent renovation and enlargement was completed in 1989.

Hammerschmidt Memorial Chapel

Completed in 1959 and renovated in 1993, the Chapel has a large auditorium for worship or assembly, a prayer chapel, classrooms, and English and Philosophy faculty offices. The auditorium seats roughly 1,000 people, and is used for events and performances of all types.

Irion Hall

Constructed in 1911 and named for the fourth president of the College, Irion was extensively renovated in 1978 to provide better facilities for the Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic and the Department of Music. The building's Buik Recital Hall is used for concerts, recitals, and lectures.

Kranz Forum

Located immediately east of the Frick Center, Kranz Forum is the site of a statue of Reinhold Niebuhr, a pre-eminent 20th-century theologian and 1910 graduate of Elmhurst College. The statue was sculpted by Robert Berks, whose works include the eight-foot bust of John F. Kennedy at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the statue of Justice Louis D. Brandeis at Brandeis University, and busts of U.S. presidents Abraham Lincoln, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Harry S Truman, and John F. Kennedy, which occupy prominent positions in the Oval Office of the White House.

Langhorst Athletic Field

Home to Elmhurst football, soccer and track and field (with its 400-meter rubber track), Langhorst is named in honor of the late Professor of Physical Education Oliver M. Langhorst, Class of 1930, to recognize his 36 years of faithful service to the College. The fully enclosed Langhorst Press Box overlooks the field.

Lehmann Hall

Named for the sevent Elmhurst College president, Lehmann was erected in 1951 and renovated in 1990. It houses the Office of the President, the Office of College Advancement, the Office of Financial Affairs, Human Resources, Campus Security, Administrative Computer Services, and Central Printing Services. Faculty offices for the Center for Business and Economics are also located in Lehmann Hall.

Memorial Hall

Memorial Hall houses the College's highly respected Deicke Center for Nursing Education. Formerly Memorial Library, this building was erected in 1921 to honor the 900 young men of the Evangelical Synod who lost their lives in World War I.

Mill Theater

The Mill Theater and Scene Shop operate in what was once a millwork factory and lumberyard. The buildings now contain a 200-seat, flexible-seating theater with state of the art lighting and sound. The theater lobby is newly renovated. The Mill Theater also contains costume and prop shops, and a classroom.

Old Main

Built in 1878, Old Main was completely renovated in 1978 and further updated in 1994. It contains classrooms, art and religion faculty offices, and modern art studios. Old Main is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

R. A. Faganel Hall, Physical Education

The physical education building opened in 1983 and was named R.A. Faganel Hall in 2000. The main level includes basketball/volleyball courts, handball/racquetball courts, a wrestling room, multipurpose room, training room, locker rooms, Hall of Fame, and trophy cases. Faculty offices for the Department of Kinesiology and the Athletic Office are on the second floor, together with a classroom and biomechanics testing laboratory. The adjacent Tom and Diane Tyrrell Fitness Center, built in 1999, houses state-of-the-art facilities for weight training, physical fitness, and athletic training.

Arthur J. Schaible Science Center

Constructed in 1966 and recently renovated, the Schaible Science Center houses the departments of biology, chemistry, history, physics, political science, psychology, sociology, and urban studies. In addition to lecture halls and laboratories for general instruction, there are specialized laboratories and equipment for faculty and student research. The Science Center also houses Illinois Hall, a 115 seat lecture space with enhanced acoustics and new technical and electronic capabilities, opened in 2001.

Circle Hall

The newest addition to the Elmhurst College campus. Circle Hall opened in the fall of 2004. It houses the Education department, Speech-Language Pathology department (including the Speech clinic) and the Center for Professional Excellence.

Residence Halls

Students who live on campus reside in five residence halls. Dinkmeyer Hall, built in 1956, is named for the eighth president of the College and also houses the Elmhurst College Drop-in Child Care Center. Niebuhr Hall, named for Helmut Richard Niebuhr (Class of 1912 and the sixth president of the College) and Reinhold Niebuhr (Class of 1910 and a famed theologian) also houses the Wellness Center, which includes student health services and counseling services, and the Niebuhr Center, an innovative academic program that encourages students to incorporate their beliefs into their chosen majors and careers. North Hall, opened in 1999, also houses the Brinkmeier Vista Lounge, the Office of Residence Life, and the School for Advanced Learning (for adult undergraduate and graduate programs) as well as conference and meeting facilities. Schick Hall, built in 1922 and expanded in 1967 and 1970, is named for Herman Schick, the fifth president of the College. Stanger Hall, built in 1968, is named for the ninth president of the College and his father, who was a professor. West Hall, opened in fall of 2008, is an all-suite residence hall designed for upper-level students.

Majors

Undergraduate Majors

*Accounting
*American Studies
*Art
*Biology
*Business Administration
*Chemistry
*Communication Studies
*Computer Science
*Early Childhood Education
*Economics
*Elementary Education
*English
*Environmental Geosciences
*Exercise Science
*Finance
*French
*Geography (Human or Physical)
*German
*Health Science
*History
*Information Systems
*Interdepartmental
*Interdisciplinary Communications Studies
*International Business
*Jazz Studies
*Liberal Arts (Adult Students Only)
*Logistics and Transportation Management
*Management
*Marketing
*Mathematics
*Music
*Music Business
*Music Education
*Musical Theater
*Nursing
*Philosophy
*Physical Education
*Physics
*Political Science
*Professional Communication
*Psychology
*Religion and Service
*Secondary Education
*Sociology
*Spanish
*Special Education
*Speech-Language Pathology
*Theater
*Theology and Religion
*Theological Studies and Christian Ministry
*Urban Studies

Graduate Programs

*Master of Education in Teacher Leadership
*Master of Science in Nursing
*Master of Business Administration
*Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
*Master of Education in Early Childhood Special Education
*Master of Arts in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
*Master in Professional Accountancy
*Master of Arts in English Studies
*Master of Science in Supply Chain Management

Athletics

Elmhurst College is a member of the NCAA Division III College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW). The Elmhurst Bluejays compete in 18 varsity sports for men and women.

Women's Teams
*Bowling
*Cross Country
*Soccer
*Golf
*Tennis
*Volleyball
*Basketball
*Track & Field
*Softball

Men's Teams
*Football
*Cross Country
*Soccer
*Wrestling
*Basketball
*Track & Field
*Baseball
*Golf
*Tennis

Elmhurst College was a member of the Illinois Intercollegiate Athletic Conference from 1925-1941.

Athletic Accomplishments

Baseball

*"CCIW Champions": 1975, 1976, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1997

Basketball: Men

*"CCIW Champions": 2001

Cross Country: Women

*"NCAA Team Finishes": 7th (2000), 8th (2002)
*"CCIW Champions": 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
*"CCIW Individual Champions":
*2007 – Marisa Mele
*2005 – Marisa Mele
*2004 – Marisa Mele
*2003 – Kathleen Brice
*2002 – Kathleen Brice
*2001 – Kathleen Brice
*2000 – Jenni Markanich
*1999 – Jenni Markanich

Football

*"CCIW Champions": 1978, 1980

Golf: Men

*"CCIW Champions": 1950
*"CCIW Individual Champions":
*1971 – Craig Arend
*1958 – Larry Illingsworth
*1953 – Frank Witt

Golf: Women

*"CCIW Individual Champions":
*1999 – Kim Merrifield

oftball

*"CCIW Champions": 1950, 1992

Tennis: Men

*"CCIW Champions": 1954
*"CCIW Individual Champions":
*1968 – Wallerman/Kissell
*1954 - Sparky Wareheim

Tennis: Women

*"CCIW Individual Champions":
*1988 – Rita Burkhard
*1987 – Karin Fox

Track and Field: Men

"INDOOR"
*"CCIW Individual Champions":

*2008 – Brian McConnell, Mile
*2007 – Brian McConnell, Mile
*2006 – Quintin Bailey, 200 M
*2001 – Joe Pontrelli, 5000 M
*2001 – John Hartmann, High Jump"OUTDOOR"
*"CCIW Individual Champions":

*2008 – Brian McConnell, 1500 M
*2007 – Quintin Bailey, 200 M
*2007 – Brian McConnell, 1500 M
*2006 – Quintin Bailey, 200 M
*2003 – John Hartmann, High Jump
*2001 – John McMillian, 100 M
*2001 – John McMillian, 200 M
*2001 – Jason Malmassari, 3000 M Steeplechase
*2001 – Jim Akita, 5000 M
*2001 – John Hartmann, High Jump
*2001 – Eric Gamauf, Decathlon
*2000 – Nelson Grant, High Jump
*1998 – Elvis McCarter, 400 M
*1992 – Iseral Smith, High Jump
*1989 – Dabrowski, High Jump
*1988 – Joe Klim, 110 M High Hurdles
*1988 – Mike Sterner, Shot Put
*1986 – Tom Newton, High Jump
*1984 – Jim Kirby, 800 M
*1984 – Bob McCloughan, 110 M High Hurdles
*1984 – Carl Hannenberg, Discus
*1983 – Carl Hannenberg, Discus
*1982 – Jim Kirby, 400 M
*1971 – Steve Filipski, Shot Put
*1970 – Arthur Dannenburg, 440 M Intermediate Hurdles
*1960 – Bender, 220 Yd
*1959 – Bender, 220 Yd
*1959 – Bender, Long Jump
*1958 – Nash, High Jump
*1955 – Don Kolkmeier, Javelin
*1954 – John Sandall, Discus
*1954 – John Sandall, Javelin
*1954 – Don Kolkmeier, High Jump
*1953 – Seiler, 220 M Low Hurdles
*1953 – Morrill, Javelin
*1953 – Don Kolkmeier, High Jump
*1952 – Seiler, 220 M Low Hurdles
*1952 – John Sandall, Javelin
*1952 – Don Kolkmeier, High Jump

Track and Field: Women

"INDOOR"
*"CCIW Individual Champions":

*2003 –Amy Peters, Pole Vault
*2001 – Kelly Van Guilder, 55 M

"OUTDOOR"
*"CCIW Individual Champions":

*2005 –Molli Hermiston, Javelin
*2004 –Erin Brice, 10000 M
*2003 – Kelly Van Guilder, 800 M
*2003 –Kathleen Brice, 1500 M
*2003 –Kathleen Brice, 5000 M
*2003 –Adrien Ricci, 10000 M
*2003 –Amy Peters, Pole Vault
*2002 –Kathleen Brice, 5000 M
*2002 –Kathleen Brice, 1500 M
*2002 –Erin Brice, 10000 M
*2001 –Kathleen Brice, 1500 M
*2001 –Kathleen Brice, 3000 M
*2000 –Jenni Markanich, 3000 M
*2000 –Jenni Markanich, 5000 M
*1999 –Jenni Markanich, 3000 M
*1998 –Rebecca Newcomer, Shot Put
*1990 – Wnedy Bottolfsen, 100 M
*1989 –Laura Marchant, High Jump
*1988 –Laura Marchant, High Jump

Volleyball

*"NCAA National Champions"': 1983, 1985
*"NCAA National Runner Up"': 1987
*"CCIW Champions": 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1992, 1998, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005

Wrestling

*"NCAA Team Finishes": 8th (2005, 2008)
*"CCIW Champions": 2005, 2006, 2007
*"NCAA All-Americans":

*2008 – Jake Oster 5th @ 125
*2008 – Jeff Kastel 5th @ 149
*2008 – Mark Corsello 7th @ 285
*2007 – Jake Oster 7th @ 125
*2005 – David Silva 8th @ 141
*2005 – Ricardo Lamas 6th @ 157
*2005 – Matt Sassolino 3rd @ 184
*2004 – Matt Sassolino 7th @ 184
*1981 – Mike Jorgensen 2nd @ Hwt

*"CCIW Individual Champions":

*2008 – Jake Oster @ 125
*2008 – Jeff Kastel @ 149
*2008 – Kyle Katz @ 157
*2008 – Tony Doan @ 165
*2008 – Mark Corsello @ 285
*2007 – Kenny Thomas @ 141
*2007 – Jeff Kastel @ 149
*2007 – Nick Metcalf @ 197
*2006 – Kenny Thomas @ 149
*2006 – Tyler Ludwig @ 157
*2006 – Josh Rupprecht @ 174
*2006 – Adil Kolovic @ 184
*2006 – Ward Brady @ 285
*2005 – David Silva @ 141
*2005 – Ricardo Lamas @ 157
*2005 – Ward Brady @ 285
*2004 – Ricardo Lamas @ 157
*2004 – Matt Sassolino @ 184
*2002 – Eddy Rosecrants @ 165
*1999 – Mike Husslein @ 141
*1999 – Eddy Rosecrants @ 157
*1996 – Steve Lucking @ 118
*1992 – Brian Lautenbach @ 190
*1991 – Tom Raine @ 118
*1991 – Randy Saller @ 158
*1991 – Harry Thanos @ HWT
*1990 – Randy Saller @ 158
*1988 – Mark Koziol @ 167
*1988 – Bill Guderley @ 177
*1987 – Mark Koziol @ 167
*1987 – Bill Guderley @ 177
*1983 – Jeff Quinn @ HWT
*1982 – Jeff Quinn @ HWT
*1981 – Mike Jorgensen @ HWT
*1980 – Mike Tice @ 158
*1980 – Mike Jorgensen @ HWT
*1977 – John Morocco @ 142
*1976 – John Morocco @ 142
*1976 – Greg Goebel @ 190
*1975 – Rick Rogers @ 126
*1975 – Mike Forsythe @ 158
*1974 – Mike Forsythe @ 158
*1974 – Greg Goebel @ 190
*1974 – Rick Aggen @ HWT
*1973 – Dave Kuban @ 142
*1972 – Don Kessler @ 118
*1972 – Doug Gorham @ HWT
*1971 – Don Kessler @ 118
*1971 – Ron Stuart @ 158
*1970 – Mike Marsico @ 177
*1970 – Hank Harrison @ 190

Traditions and Symbols of the College

The College Seal

At the request of Dr. H. Richard Niebuhr, president of the College between 1924 & 1927, the College seal was designed by Robert Leonhardt, first registrar of the College, who also served as coach of the football team. It incorporates the image of an open book used by several institutions in their seals (Yale uses one, the University of Pennsylvania two, Harvard three and Brown four). Not surprisingly, since Dr. Niebuhr had earned his Ph.D. at Yale, Elmhurst's seal uses a single volume. The open book is clearly intended to symbolize the Bible and bears the legend from Psalm 36:9, "In Lumine Tuo Videbimus Lumen" (In Thy Light We Shall See Light). The torch behind the Bible symbolizes leadership in imparting knowledge, truth, and inspiration. Around the edges of the seal are the Latin words for Elmhurst College and the founding date, 1871.

The College Mace

Once a heavy club used on the medieval battlefield, the mace has become a symbol of authority. Carried in a formal procession, it represents the presence at the ceremony of the essence of the institution. At Elmhurst College, the mace is borne by the College Marshal at all official convocations. The College's mace was created by Mike Hattori of Chicago in 1991 at the request of Dr. Ivan E. Frick, president of the College from 1971-1994. It is designed to rest vertically in a stand symbolizing the emergence of Elmhurst from its roots in the educational traditions of the Renaissance and Reformation. The founding date of 1871 is engraved on the wooden spiraling shaft. The top of the mace displays the College seal, the seal of the United Church of Christ, the towers of Old Main and Hammerschmidt Memorial Chapel, and a crown of elm leaves.

The College Hash Bell

The large handbell rung at Elmhurst College ceremonies is a reminder of the long history of the College. This is the bell that kept the school on schedule in its early years, and generations of alumni have recalled fondly the loud clanging that woke students in the morning, assembled them for classes and activities, and then called them from their chores to dinner in the evening. One of the earliest Elmhurst catalogs declares: "Life in the institution is regulated entirely by the stroke of the bell." Why it came to be called "the Hash Bell" remains a mystery, although it certainly divided up the day as "hash marks" do a football field, and hash may well have been on the dinner menu all too frequently. In any case, the Hash Bell is now a cherished symbol of our community and of the discipline and mutual responsibility to which we are called.

The Victory Bell

This is a large bell located in the corner of Langhorst Field, which is rung by every member of the team, after every victory the Elmhurst College football team brings to the school.

The Presidential Medallion

The Presidential Medallion is an emblem symbolic of the Presidency of Elmhurst College. A replica of the Elmhurst College seal, it is worn by the College President at all ceremonial occasions. The medallion, which is suspended from a gold chain, is three inches in diameter. The circumscription, "COLLEGIUM ELMHURSTIENSE, MDCCCLXXI", frames the center of an open Bible superimposed on a lighted torch.

The Haunted Mill Theater

The Mill Theatre was acquired by Elmhurst College in the early 1960s. Before becoming the primary theatrical space for the college it functioned as a paper mill, operated by the Hammerschmidt family. During its tenure as a paper mill, there were numerous deaths that occurred on the property due to the hazardous nature of the facility. To this day there are strange accounts of voices and odd aparitions within the Mill Theatre.

Clubs & Organizations

Academic and Professional

*American Chemical Society
*American Marketing Association
*Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
*Council of Exceptional Children
*Elmhurst College Entrepreneurship Organization
*Elmhurst College Honors Program (ECHO)
*Elmhurst College Human Resource Association
*Elmhurst College Math Club
*Geographical Society
*Global Historian
*Illinois Education Association
* [http://www.elmhurst.edu/~mbsu Music Business Student Union]
*Music Educators National Conference
*National Science Teachers Association
*National Student Speech, Language and Hearing Association
*Philosophy Think-Tank
*Psychology Club
*Society of Physics Students
*Student Nurses Association

Cultural and International

*Black Language
*Black Student Union
*Coalition for Multicultural Empowerment
*Foreign Language Club
*H.A.B.L.A.M.O.S
*International Club
*Straight and Gay for Equality (SAGE)

Political and Debate

*College Republicans
*Mock Trial Team
*Model United Nations
*Students for Political Awareness
*Students for a Democratic Society
*Students for Barack Obama
*Progressive Political Students

Religious

* [http://elmhurstcru.com/ Campus Crusade for Christ]
*Fellowship of Christian Athletes
*Jewish Life
*Muslim Student Association
*Catholic Student Association
*Spiritual Life Council
*UCC Fellowship

Recreational

*Union Board
*Gamers Elite of Elmhurst College (GEEC)
*Online Athletes
*Student Athletic Advisory Council
*Women's Swim Club
*Cigar Aficionados

pecial Interest

*Art Club
*Sigma Alpha Iota
*Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia

Media

*The Leader, Elmhurst College's award-winning student newspaper
*WRSE (88.7mHz), Elmhurst College's radio station. [http://www.wrse.com Website]
*MiddleWestern Voice MWV, Elmhurst College's student-run art and literary magazine [http://public.elmhurst.edu/studentactivities/publicationsmedia/4209931.html Website]

Community Service

*Elmhurst College Volunteer Committee
*Alpha Phi Omega
*Orientation Student Leaders
*Student Ambassadors
*Best Buddies

Greek Life

Elmhurst College is home to five sororities and five fraternities.

Fraternities

*Alpha Phi Alpha
*Alpha Sigma Phi
*Lambda Chi Alpha
*Phi Beta Sigma
*Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia

Sororities

*Alpha Phi
*Gamma Chi
*Sigma Gamma Rho
*Sigma Kappa
*Sigma Lambda Gamma

Performing Ensembles

*College Choir
*Women's Chorus
*Chamber Singers
*Choral Union
*Vocal Jazz Ensemble "Late Night Blues"
*Vocal Jazz Ensemble "Blue"
*Wind Ensemble
*Symphonic Band
*Jazz Band
*Percussion Ensemble
*Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra
*Guitar Ensemble (Classical)
*Jazz Combos
*Gretsch Guitar Ensemble
*Varsity Band
*Chamber Ensemble

Performing Groups

*Theater
*Cheerleaders
*Jaylitz
*Jazzy Jays
*Pom Pon Squad
*Wasteful Thinking Improv Troupe

References

External links

* [http://www.elmhurst.edu/ Official website]
* [http://www.elmhurst.edu/~write Write, the Elmhurst College Online Writing Lab and Writing Center]
* [http://elmhurst.edu/athletics Official athletics website]
* [http://public.elmhurst.edu/about/map Campus map]
* [http://www.collegeview.com/school/school_hub.jsp?scid=2800099 Elmhurst College on CollegeView.com]
* [http://www.elmhurst.edu/~improv Elmhurst College Wasteful Thinking Improv]