Clubs & Organizations at Bennington

Clubs and organizations are a vital part of the college experience at Bennington, providing students with opportunities to explore their interests, meet like-minded individuals, and make a positive impact on the community. There are five main categories of clubs and organizations: Athletics, Cultural & Affinity, Visual Arts and Performing Arts, Community/Academics/Volunteerism, and last but not least, Special Interest. Each category represents a different area of co-curriculars and offers students the chance to engage with a wide range of activities and events. Membership and admission to student-sponsored events, including cultural and affinity groups, are open to all students.

CATEGORIES OF CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

1. Athletics Clubs

These clubs focus on sports and fitness activities, such as soccer, boxing, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Here are some more examples of clubs from 2026-27:
1. Badminton
2. Volleyball
3. Cycling
4. Basketball
And more!

All athletic clubs falls under the Bennington Athletic Department(B.A.D), which oversees all recreation, intramurals, club sports, and outdoor trips.

Bennington Athletic Department - B.A.D

2. Visual & Performing Clubs

These clubs are centered on artistic expression, including music, theater, dance or film.
Some of them are:
1. Poets and Prosers Poetry Club
2. Drag Club
3. Comedy at Bennington
4. Lorca Fans
5. Riso Club
And more!

3. Cultural & Affinity Groups

These organizations are dedicated to celebrating and exploring different cultural backgrounds and identities. They include:
1. Black Student Union (BSU)
2. Muslim Student Association (MSA)
3. Chronically Ill and Disabled Student Union (CIDSU)
4. Latin American Student Organization (LASO)
5. Asian and Pacific Islander Club (APIC)
And more!

The (M)othertongues magazine is an example of the activities of these clubs and organizations. It addresses themes such as migration, diaspora, in-betweenness, identity, cultural diversity and language.

(M)othertongues Magazine

4. Community & Volunteerism/Academics Clubs

These clubs and organizations provide opportunities for students to engage in service projects or academic pursuits, such as tutoring, environmental activism or SEPC. Some of them are:
1. DREAM Program
2. Student Philanthropy Club
And more!

5. Special Interest Clubs

These encompass any club or organization that does not fall into the other categories. Examples of these clubs are:
1. Chess Club
2. Magic the Gathering Club
3. Rocky Horror Shadow Cast Club
4. Michael Cera Club
5. Cartoon Club (ex. Gravity Falls, Steven Universe etc.)
And more!