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Each fall, the\u00a0Office of Student Involvement & Leadership Development<\/a>\u00a0meets with numerous students who are interested in starting a new student organization. This fall,\u00a0Student Senate<\/a>\u00a0approved seven new student groups, with five more awaiting approval following their submission \u2013 learn more about them below!<\/p>\n

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Falafel Friends<\/strong>
\nFalafel Friends is a student organization open to all students. It exists to provide support for Worcester State University\u2019s Jewish community and allies. Falafel Friends strives to share Jewish and Israeli culture, traditions, activities, and more through events and general meetings. Falafel Friends will also spread awareness about antisemitism and antizionism in the context of its relevance in today\u2019s society and its relevance on the Worcester State campus.
\nFollow\u00a0@wsufalafelfriends<\/strong>\u00a0on Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Ink<\/strong>
\nThe purpose of this club shall be to provide an open creative outlet for students interested in any form of creative writing and\/or art. The club will provide any criticism, aid, or feedback to members as well as create group projects featuring members\u2019 works.<\/p>\n

Public Health Club<\/strong>
\nThe purpose of the organization shall be to provide collaboration, mentorship, tutoring, and internship opportunities for students interested specifically in Public Health and in Health Education.<\/p>\n

Also coming this semester:
\nFiber Arts Circle<\/b><\/p>\n

Learn more about all of our club offerings by clicking here<\/a>. Feel free to email\u00a0studentinvolvement@worcester.edu<\/a>\u00a0with any questions or to learn how to join a club! While the deadline to submit to start a new club has passed, we would also be happy to meet with you about starting a student organization!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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