Cleary University
Student organizations are fun and informative, student-directed, staff/faculty mentored, and meet on campus regularly.
For more information contact studentlife@cleary.edu
The Cleary Art Club is a monthly gathering that provides a platform for students to experience different artistic mediums such as glass, metal, clay, drawing, painting, and more. Participants come together to express themselves creatively, explore different art forms, and enjoy the process of artistic experimentation. The club offers a space for students to unleash their creativity and enjoy some self-expression.
DECA Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization with more than 5,000 members in over 300 colleges and universities worldwide. DECA’s purpose and mission is to prepare emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management through competitions, experiential learning and project based activities that require solutions with practical outcomes.
Our attributes and values describe DECA’s priorities and standards. We value competence, innovation, integrity and teamwork.
Prior high school DECA experience is a plus but not a pre-requisite to join at Cleary University.
DECA prepares college emerging leaders and entrepreneurs throughout the world for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. Its collegiate competitive events program allows students to test their experience, skills and knowledge while representing their university. They compete for top international honors in one of 25 different categories. Business and industrial leaders serve as judges for the competition.
The Cougar Circle is a transformative practice lab (circle) designed to help you embody the Cleary Mind Attributes—becoming a better communicator, relationship builder, and problem solver. In an atmosphere of trust, curiosity, and authentic connection, you’ll develop essential skills like deep listening, effective communication, and empathy while connecting with others and discovering more about yourself. Through the practice of Circling, you’ll explore how to lead with presence, build meaningful relationships, and uncover the tools to thrive personally and professionally. Step into this space to grow, learn, and connect to the best version of yourself—because your leadership journey starts here.
Ignite is a welcoming community on campus, where students come together to explore faith, build friendships, and support each other. It’s a space to ask questions, find encouragement, and be a part of something meaningful. Join us to connect, grow and to make a difference!
WHAT is a Student Ambassador?
Student Ambassadors are enthusiastic, dedicated leaders who represent Cleary University. They serve as the face of our student body, assisting with admissions, marketing, and campus events while building meaningful connections with prospective students, faculty, staff, and the community. As a Student Ambassador, you’ll share your Cleary experience to inspire others and help create a welcoming campus environment.
Application Period: February 1 – March 31
Interview Period: April 1 – April 25
Students who demonstrate leadership skills and have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher are nominated to join by Cleary University and receive honorary distinctions with NSLS. Upon nomination, students who would like to pursue membership must complete and attend Orientation, Leadership Training Day, 3 Speaker Broadcasts and 3 Success Networking Team meetings to be fully initiated in NSLS.
Our five-step program takes approximately 12 hours over the course of the semester at your pace.
We are a Registered Student Organization (RSO). As of 2022, we had 190 in our chapter and there are more than 1.4 million members nationwide.
SALT functions as an organization that connects the student-athletes of Cleary University through different on-campus experiences. The organization’s activities shall be designed to promote the five core values of the (NAIA):Â
 Additionally, SALT will focus on promoting community service, academic success, and the University’s mission.
All students attempting to form a new university recognized student organization will work with the Office of Student Life and go through the activation (formation) process.
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