Past Clubs

Past Clubs: 1935-1975

As Pacific College/George Fox University grew, clubs were steadily added. The following lists the year these clubs were established.

1935

Trefian Literary Society – A women’s organization dedicated to developing a literary appreciation and friendships among students

Y.M.C.A – Young Men’s Christian Association, their mission was to help members develop their mental, physical, and spiritual life

Y.W.C.A – Young Women’s Christian Association, same as Y.M.C.A. but for women

Men’s Athletic Association – club sponsoring men’s athletic programs

Women’s Athletic Association – club sponsoring women’s athletic programs

L’Ami – responsible for the yearbook and “is an outgrowth of freshman inspiration and is the first yearbook ever published in the Quaker school”

Crescent – began in 1891 was originally published as a monthly magazine and wasn’t until 1914 under the editorship of Emmett Gulley underwent change

International Relations Club – organized in 1931 to discuss current world events

Gold P Club – a club for male athletes who have made a letter in any sport

Gold Q Club – a club for female athletes who made a letter in any sport

1938

P.C. Pep Club – this club’s purpose is to promote pep and enthusiasm at all student body affairs

1939

Forensics – debate club focused on developing student’s oratory skills and competing in competitions

1945

Actorators – a club combining students with passions for theater and speeches

Student Christian Union – this club’s purpose is to promote good Christian work on campus

1947

S.M.A – Student Ministerial Association, inspiring wise preachers and discuss vital preacher problems

1948

F.M.F – Foreign Missions Fellowship, hear about mission speakers and their work

Flying Club – learning the latest techniques in aviation

1952

Scribblers – a club for English majors with a passion for poetry

F.T.A – Future Teachers of America, aimed at preparing future teachers for the challenges of being educators

1957

Athenians – new this year for philosophical thinkers

Student Oregon Education Association – educational field explored through activities

1958

Delta Psi Omega – drama club

Phi Gamma Sigma – membership is limited to upper-division students who have a grade point average of 3.4 or higher

1963

Circle K – a club focused on campus and community service projects, such as helping a student from Africa raise money to go back home

Music Guild – an organization for students who have an active interest in music

1964

Campus-Relations Council – a group dedicated to voicing student opinions on campus regulations

Off-Campus Students Association – a club dedicated to off-campus students, ensuring they have the same voice and rights of those living on campus

Student Christian Union Cabinet – promotion of religious life on campus

1965

Kappa Tau Epsilon – this club’s purpose is to promote the social, cultural, and spiritual welfare of female students by hosting service projects and cultivate discussion

1967

Mission Conference – a club focused on hosting missionary events on campus

1969

Ham Radio Club – a club for students interested in radio broadcasting

Surf’s Up – surfing club

1974

Kayak Club – this club plans kayaking trips and builds their own boats

Sky Diving Club – a club dedicated to skydiving trips

1975

KFOX radio – campus radio station