Club Rush at Moorpark College

As a Moopark College Data Science student and a future UC transfer, clubs are a key part of my journey to transferring and leveling up a range of different skills.

The clubs I joined

They had a range of different clubs available to join, about 40 or 50 stalls.

Art and Mental Health Club

After I checked out the club options, I met up with my fellow officers at their stall! Anny (president) and Michelle (vice) put in a lot of time into promoting this stall and setting it up.

Flashback to a couple weeks ago, I spotted a poster taped up, asking for club officers for the art and mental health club, a new club on campus centered around created a safe space and community for everyone. One of my major themes on my application is going to be community, so I called the number listed and became the last necessary officer for this club to be created! We got the documents in and had pretty lengthy dicsussions in the group chat about the future of this club. At the moment we lack an advisor, but I am sure we will find one soon so we may begin hosting meetings.

Some key points of this club:

  • discord movie nights!: This reminds me of Girls Who Code a little bit, since they did something similar during my time at SPP/SIP. I have a few movies ready for whenever we decide to host one. Generally, I think movies promoting positive or uplifting themes or are just inspirational would be good given the nature of our club, perhaps Studio Ghibli films, since Ghilbi is also such a heavy influence on the art community as a whole.
  • community service hours: Back at OPHS, we had this NHS where we would make art for charity. I had the contact of the previous NHS president and was able to get the information behind that and bring the idea to my team. My fellow officers seemed elated by the idea and welcomed it into the club plan with open arms.
  • Funding: I am officially listed as the treasurer of the club, but all officers work in all areas of this club. For funding though, I think that raising money by selling some of the creations is a good idea, although it is very difficult to make money as an artist with commissions for what I’ve seen. Moorpark College does also provide a certain amount for funding, and we can collect money from members if we wanted to provide materials rather than having members bring them in.

    President Anny and Vice President Michelle at the booth

Enthusiastic Programmers Club

Also know as the Computer Science Club, this club offers a wide range of learning opportunities to their members, such as this: (quotes are from the brochure)

  • Automation Workshops: “At CompSci Club, we introduce tools like Selenium (no prior experience required) and guide you through creating practical website automation projects while developing your programming knowledge”
  • Microcontroller Workshops: “ Want to bring your ideas to life with real hardware? At CompSci Club, members will be provided with free microcontrollers and fun, hands-on lessons to explore the world of electronics. Learn how to code, wire, and create your own interactive systems!”
  • Monthly Member Project:Got an awesome idea or project you want to show off? Or maybe you just want to learn from others? At CompSci Club, we kick off the first week of every month with our Show & Share meetings—an open space where members can present their creations, share tips, and inspire each other. It’s the perfect chance to learn, connect, and get your ideas noticed!”
  • Networking and Team Competitions: CompSci Club is the place to connect with driven, like-minded people who share your passion for technology. It’s not just about coding—it’s about building friendships, finding teammates, and growing together on your computer science journey. Plus, we host fun competitions that challenge your skills, spark collaboration, and push your knowledge to the next level!”
  • Presentations:
  • Coding Competitions + Field Trips: “attend trips and competitions for free—fully funded by the club. Whether you’re a beginner or already experienced, these events are a fun way to level up your programming skills, meet new people, and have an unforgettable time”
  • Free Food!!!

Latinx Club

This club does an event about once a month, usually aiming to create community amongst the large Latinx population of moorpark college. There is a degree of cultural appreciation, and I am doing it to meet people. While it may not add much to my UC application, I’ll be exposed to a very large group of people, an opportunity to meet and talk with other people from this college.

Latinx Club Booth

Circle K International

The Moorpark College Circle K International (CKI) club is a collegiate student-led, service-oriented organization dedicated to promoting service, leadership, and fellowship.
Service: The main goal is to serve the campus and local community through various projects. Examples of their past activities include graffiti trail clean-ups, beach cleanups, senior citizen dinners, and other community service events.
Leadership: Members have opportunities to develop leadership skills by taking on club roles, planning, and organizing events.
Fellowship: The club focuses on building a social community, providing a welcoming environment, and offering social activities alongside volunteering to foster relationships among members.
In short, the Moorpark College Circle K International club is a way for students to perform meaningful community service, gain leadership experience, and make new friends.

CKI Poster

Concluding Statements

I can’t wait for club activities and to meet so many new people this year! Be sure to follow me on Linkedin for more of this blog :)