Student Clubs

Student Involvement & Organizations


Getting involved in student clubs gives students the opportunity to connect with peers, build leadership and teamwork skills, and engage more deeply with their academic interests outside the classroom. Clubs also offer hands-on experience, professional development opportunities, and valuable networking that can support career goals, graduate school plans, and personal growth. Check out the student clubs in our department — open to all majors.

 

Alpha Kappa Delta (AKD) is the international sociology honor society recognizing academic excellence and student engagement with social issues.

At Cal Poly Pomona, AKD offers opportunities for community service, academic conferences, professional development, networking, and discussions with faculty, alumni, and professionals.

Eligibility: All Sociology majors and minors, including General Sociology, Social Work (SW), and Criminology (CRM).

AY 2026–2027
President: Jocelyn Esquivias
Treasurer: Mihara Weerakoon 
Scheduler: Brittiny Moreno

Faculty Representatives: Dr. Gabriele Plickert, gplickert@cpp.edu and Dr. Sekani Robinson, slrobinson@cpp.edu>

Interested in joining?
Contact Email:  Jocelyn Esquivias at jnesquivias@cpp.edu or Instagram: @CPP.AKD 

Fall 2026 AKD Meeting Dates:

Time: U-Hour - 12:00-12:50pm
Where: Building 5, Room 107
When:  

The Criminology Club supports CPP students who are interested in pursuing careers in fields related to criminology and criminal justice. We aim to motivate and inspire members to achieve their career goals by providing them with informational resources, events to expand their personal and professional networks, and opportunities to hear from professionals within the field.

If you are interested in joining the club, please reach out to us. Find the contact information below.

AY 2026-2027
President: Elena M. Bohm
Scheduler:
Treasurer: 

Faculty Representatives: 
Dr. Melissa Barragan, mbarragan@cpp.edu  and Dr. Caryn Gerstenberger, caryng@cpp.edu 

Interested in joining?
Contact Email: crimclubcpp@gmail.com

Fall 2026 CRM Meeting Dates:

Time: U-Hour - 12:00-12:50pm
Where: Building 5, Room 105
When:  every other Tuesday, dates TBA

The Social Service Practitioner Alliance (SSPA) is a student organization open to students of all majors and backgrounds. The club provides opportunities to learn about the field of social services, engage in advocacy around social issues, build meaningful connections, and give back to the community.

AY 2026-2027
President: Kevin A. Palumbo
Scheduler:
Treasurer: 

Faculty Representatives: Dr. Alejandro Zermeño, zermeno@cpp.edu and Dr. Amanda Yoshioka-Maxwell, yoshioka@cpp.edu 

Interested in joining?
Contact Email: sspacpp@gmail.com.

Fall 2026 SSPA Meeting Dates:

Time: U-Hour - 12:00-12:50pm
Where: Building 5, Room 136
When:  every other Thursday, dates TBA