The members of Northern Michigan University student organizations sponsor almost 300 campus-wide programs and events every year in addition to hundreds of group activities, six of which have direct ties to the School of Health and Human Performance. In addition to social activities, student groups at NMU volunteer thousands of hours of service annually to local communities. Joining student organizations provides students with fun, friendships, memories and educational experiences that cannot be found in the classroom.

 

 

More information about the student organizations tied to the School of Health and Human Performance and the other student organizations at NMU, visit the Hub. 

PESO

Health and Physical Education And Coaching Education Club

The newest student organization, Health and Physical Education And Coaching Education Club has been busy. They provide after-school programming, volunteer at events on campus and off-campus such as Make a Difference Day. Please join us if you have an interest in physical education or coaching.

Students kayaking

Organization for Outdoor Recreation Professionals

The Organization for Outdoor Recreation Professionals is a student run organization designed to enhance the Outdoor Recreation, Leadership and Management major while drawing on and focusing student’s passion for recreation and the natural environment. While the majority of its members are ORLM majors or minors, all NMU students are welcome.

Throughout the year, OORP is involved in many different activities which are beneficial to the school, the community, the environment and its members. Some of the activities that we participate in are:

  • local recreation area cleanups
  • volunteer work through the nature center
  • volunteer work with under-privileged or at-risk youth
  • organizing hikes for various university and community groups
  • professional conferences across the nation including, but not limited to:
    • National Association for Interpretation
    • Student Outdoor Educators Conference
    • Wilderness Education Association
    • Association for Experiential Education
  • Workshop presentations for campus and the Marquette community
  • The organization and facilitation of guest speakers, movies and other presentations with recreation focuses that are of interest to the student body and Marquette community. Some of the past events have been:
    • Peter Jenkins, author of A Walk Across America
    • Conrad Anker, Mt. Everest mountain climber
    • Joe Jencks, singer/songwriter
    • Frita Warra, local woman who explored the North Pole
    • Scout Cloud Lee, Survivor finalist
    • Warren Miller films
    • Vince Duer, Freshwater surfer and movie producer
    • Paul Petzoldt
    • Joseph Cornell
    • Gary Ferguson
    • Participate in outdoor activities that allow members to apply skills learned in the classroom as well as the physical skills not extensively taught in the major.
  • Hold weekly meetings to discuss upcoming events, professional development, issues/questions/comments about Outdoor Recreation, Leadership and Management curriculum, and discuss ways to accomplish our goals while having FUN!

If you are interested in joining us, or would just like some more information on who we are and what we do feel free to Contact Us.

athletic trainer helping an female athlete with her ankle

Pre-Physical Therapy Students Club

The Pre-PT club at NMU is a collaboration of like minded, graduate school focused individuals. Through participation in the club, members will gain confidence in their grad school applications, make connections with current undergraduates -- as well as possible graduate students and practicing PTs in the field, and be presented with opportunities for community service and/or Superior Edge hours. The club is here as a support group for any current or prospective pre-PT student from any undergraduate major looking to be part of a community that is dedicated to supporting its members through the entire process of getting into their targeted graduate school or deciding if PT is the right track for them. If you would like to be a part of the club, please email prept@nmu.edu.