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Student Organizations

Criminology Graduate Student Association

CGSA seeks to serve as the voice of the criminology graduate students, facilitate professional development, and foster relationships among students. We hold several events throughout the year, including a brown bag lecture series. At these meetings, we host different faculty members sharing their expertise on a wide range of topics, from grant writing to publishing to non-academic jobs. We also serve our community throughout the year. We are open to any criminology graduate student at UTD.

Advisor: Lynne Vieraitis

Email: lynnev@utdallas.edu

Geospatial Information Sciences Student Organization

The GISSO Student Organization is dedicated to the promotion of scientific knowledge in the various disciplines of geography and remote sensing including but not limited to: mapping, spatial information management, and the related sciences. This organization fosters understanding and cooperation and to expedite the exchange of knowledge and ideas among the members and with those of other national and international organizations with similar or related interests. Anyone with interests in GIS/Remote Sensing and related fields is welcome to join us.

Advisor: Muhammad Rahman

Email: mtr@utdallas.edu

Information Systems Security Association (ISSA)

The Information Systems Security Association (ISSA)® is a nonprofit, international organization of information security professionals and practitioners. It provides educational forums, publications, and peer interaction opportunities that enhance the knowledge, skill, and professional growth of its members. The goal of our student organization is to bridge the gap between academia and cybersecurity industry. We offer our student members the exclusive opportunity to connect and network with cybersecurity professionals and the ability to grow in their career.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ntxissautd

Advisor: Anton Sobolev

Email: anton.sobolev@utdallas.edu

International City/County Management Association 

ICMA Student Chapters introduce and integrate students into the local government management profession and familiarize them with members, resources, and the ICMA Code of Ethics. As a part of ICMA’s Next Generation Initiatives, chapters exist to establish connections between ICMA, schools, students, state associations, and managers.

Advisor: John McCaskill

Email: john.mccaskill@utdallas.edu

John Marshall Pre Law Society

The purpose of the society shall be to promote the understanding of the legal profession, the law, and government operation; to assist its members in the processes of entering the legal profession; and to recognize and encourage scholarship and leadership among UTD pre-law students. 

Advisor Name: Heather Stovall

Advisor Email: heather.stovall@utdallas.edu

Moot Court

An exercise in appellate advocacy, UTD’s Moot Court is modeled after the appellate procedure employed in state and federal courts.  Students are given a hypothetical case and about 20-25 actual precedents with which to construct both petitioner and respondent oral arguments on a Constitutional Law topic to present to the Supreme Court of the United States. Students take a class to develop, practice and refine oral arguments for tournament competition. To participate on the team, students must be enrolled in the Moot Court class, which is designed to run for an entire academic year and has a limit of twelve. Instructor permission is required to enroll, with the strong preference that the student has taken Constitutional Law or an equivalent class beforehand.

Advisor: Jody Joiner

Email: jxj220036@utdallas.edu

Nu Lambda Mu

This international honor society was established by the Nonprofit Academic Centers Council to recognize students dedicated to the study of nonprofit management, philanthropy, and social entrepreneurship/enterprise. UTD students with the undergraduate minor or certificate in nonprofit management or the graduate certificate in nonprofit management are eligible.

Advisor: Elizabeth Searing

Email: Elizabeth.Searing@UTDallas.edu  

Omicron Delta Epsilon

The objectives of Omicron Delta Epsilon (ODE) are recognition of scholastic attainment and the honoring of outstanding achievements in economics; the establishment of closer ties between students and faculty in economics within colleges and universities, and among colleges and universities.

To become a member and to pay the $40 membership fee, you must do the following: go to the ODE website and click on “merchandise.” At the bottom of this page is the membership registration and payment by credit card option. Once you register and pay, please let the advisor know; a separate registration form (A1 form) is filled out by the advisor. Visit the ODE merchandise page to apply/pay for membership.

Omicron Delta Epsilon Instagram

Advisor: Luba Ketsler

Email: lxk010300@utdallas.edu

Partners in Health Engage

Partners in Health Engage at UTD aims to advance global health equity by educating and lobbying members of Congress about upcoming legislation and by directly fundraising for the construction of healthcare facilities in developing countries including the Butaro District Hospital in Rwanda.

Team Leader: Zoe Du

Email: zoe.du@utdallas.edu 

Pi Alpha Alpha

The purpose of Pi Alpha Alpha is to encourage and recognize outstanding scholarship and accomplishment in public affairs and administration. Its objectives, such as fostering integrity, professionalism and effective performance, promote the advancement of quality in the education and practice of the art and science of public affairs and administration.

Advisor: John McCaskill

Email: jrm094020@utdallas.edu

Pi Sigma Alpha

Pi Sigma Alpha is the only honor society for college students of political science and government in the United States. The organization seeks to stimulate scholarship and intelligent interest in political science. Pi Sigma Alpha members can benefit from events and programs organized at a national level that promote the profession of political science. Pi Sigma Alpha is designated as a “Specialized, Upper-Division” society by the Association of College Honor Societies and PSA seeks to enhance students’ understanding of the field and various opportunities.

Advisor: Thomas Brunell

Email: tbrunell@utdallas.edu

Public Policy and Political Science Association

The Public Policy and Political Science Association (PPPSA) serves as a resource for graduate students enrolled in the Political Science (PSCI) and Public Policy and Political Economy (PPPE) graduate programs. Its aim is to enrich the academic, professional, and social experiences of its members through an array of events and resources. From networking mixers and cultural celebrations to professional speaker series and workshops, the PPPSA offers support to help students thrive in their academic pursuits and prepare for the challenges of the job market. Whether seeking to expand their professional network, glean insights from industry and academia experts, or refine their skills, the PPPSA can provide invaluable resources and opportunities for our members. Joining the PPPSA community ensures access to a supportive network dedicated to enhancing graduate student success.

Advisor: Clint Peinhardt

Email: clint.peinhardt@utdallas.edu

Sociology Club

The Sociology Club at UT Dallas is a way for sociology students to be heard. The organization offers students the opportunity to discuss and question the state of society’s institutions; inequality among races, classes, and genders; structural barriers and systems in healthcare, education, and religion; and social policy and how it affects society.

Advisor: Carol Cirulli Lanham

Email: cclanham@utdallas.edu

Student Government

The mission of the Student Government is to ensure that UT Dallas is fully committed to serving the collective interests of the student body. In this capacity, we serve as the official student voice to UT Dallas administration, the UT System Board of Regents and other governmental entities. Student Government seeks to enhance spirit, protect University traditions, and support all students and student organizations in their academic and community-directed endeavors.

Advisor: Tineil Lewis

Email: tlewis@utdallas.edu

UTD Association of Fundraising Professionals:

The UTD student chapter of the worldwide Association of Fundraising Professionals introduces the world of fundraising to interested students. We hold workshops, guest speakers from the nonprofit industry, and provide trainings to other student organizations and nonprofits on fundraising techniques. No experience necessary – just interest!

Advisor: Elizabeth Searing

Email: Elizabeth.Searing@UTDallas.edu