Cultural and Identity Clubs

List of Clubs & Organizations (Cultural and Identity Clubs)

Culture and Identity Clubs provide students a space to express themselves and connect with others who share or are interested in similar cultural backgrounds and identities.

Student organizations—created and run by students—are overseen by Student Engagement which is housed within the Office of Student Services and Engagement (OSSE).

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CSSA – Chinese Students and Scholars Association

Chinese Students and Scholars Association – CSSA

CSSA-TUJ is a TUJ based, Chinese students and scholars oriented, non-political organization to promote exchange and better understanding between the Chinese community and non-Chinese groups, and to provide social and cultural programs among TUJ students.

CSSA also organize major events on specific festivals, such as Mid-Autumn Festival and Chinese New Year. During these events we do games, experience Chinese costume culture, food and get you immersed in Chinese culture.

CSSA currently has over 100 Chinese and non-Chinese students from TUJ and SWU, and we welcome any student who is interested in Chinese culture and Chinese language to join us.

Meeting time: At least one meeting per month at the campus and in the neighborhood.

Leaders:

Diankai Feng (tuq93642@temple.edu)
Ying Tang (tuq80650@temple.edu)

Since Summer 2021

Hawai'i Club [Inactive]

Japanese Culture Club

In the Japanese Culture Club, we explore a new topic related to Japanese culture every week. We will learn about traditional Japanese arts, foods, fashion, activities, music, and historical sites, and experience them firsthand through workshops and field trips. As we learn together, we aim to introduce Japanese culture to others.

Please feel free to join and contact us via Instagram!

Leaders:

Kyoka Serizawa (tup23339@temple.edu)
Yu Hamada (tuh40630@temple.edu)

Since Summer 2022

Latin Culture Club

Welcome to TUJ’s Latin Culture Club, where the rich tapestry of Latin American heritage comes to life! Immerse yourself in a club that celebrates the diverse traditions, languages, and histories of Latin American and Hispanic communities. Our club is an inclusive space that brings together students with a passion for exploring the colorful and multifaceted aspects of Latin culture. All are welcome— you do not have to be Latin in origin to join!!

Leaders:

Adelia Hayes (adelia.hayes@temple.edu)
Barbara Isabella Balleza Sanchez (tur29892@temple.edu)

Since Fall 2022

Muslim Students Association

We welcome you to TUJ's Muslim Students Association!

We serve to provide a safe space for those who practice Islam, and anyone curious to learn more about the world's (and Japan's!) fastest growing religion. If you want to know more about the faith, its followers, and/or its theology, join us with any questions you may have!

Mu’awiyah reports that the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, said:
"If Allah intends goodness for someone, he gives him understanding of the religion." Sahih al-Bukhari 71

Feel free to contact us to know more and check out our Instagram!

Leaders:

Asraa Alnaas (tut28468@temple.edu)
Nadia Moawwad (tup51243@temple.edu)

Since Fall 2023

TUJ BSU - Black Student Union

We are TUJ BSU (Temple University Japan Black Student Union). As a club to appreciate black culture from around the world, TUJ BSU plans to educate and share people of colors rich culture and history with TUJ's student body. Feel free to join our club and learn more!

Leaders:

Avery C. Dickson (tup45848@temple.edu)
Hunter Riley Bauman (tuq43852@temple.edu)

Since Spring 2023

TUJ Campus Ministry

TUJ Korean Club

TUJ & SWU Pride Club

Our goal is to create a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ students and allies at TUJ and Showa Women’s University. We also want to raise awareness about LGBTQ+ issues to the greater student population. Here are some activities that we typically do:
– Gathering and sharing resources on living as an LGBTQ+ individual in Japan
– Discussing current topics relating to LGBTQ+ around the world
– Organizing fun events to educate and exchange with the TUJ / SWU community, awareness campaigns and posters
– Movie / TV show / anime etc screenings for the club and for campus members
– Multiple events and activities for Pride month
– Sharing queer art, such as for our exhibition “Showing Our Pride” in November 2021 featuring artworks from a dozen TUJ students.

If you have any questions please DM us on Instagram @tujswuprideclub

Leaders:

Saya Iki (saya.iki@temple.edu)
Kyle Turrell (morwen.turrell@temple.edu)

Since Fall 2021

If you want to join any of the TUJ Clubs, make sure you email the leader and sub-leader of that club to ask for more details. You can find their email addresses in the description of each of the clubs.

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Location: Temple University, Japan Campus, 1F (Inside the Office of Student Services and Engagement)
Hours: 9:00-17:30
E-mail: engagement@tuj.temple.edu
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tujactivities/