Academic & Professional Clubs

  • Future Business Leaders of America Collegiate

    If you are interested in developing leadership, communication, and team skills, or simply looking for an organization to meet and network with others at the local, state, or national levels; FBLA Collegiate is the organization for you.Meet student and business leaders from across the country—join FBLA Collegiate today!Future Business Leaders of America is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) education association of students preparing for careers in business and business-related fields. The FBLA Collegiate Mission is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs.

  • Future Physician Assistant Society

    The Future Physician Assistant Society (FPAS) serves both to raise awareness about the PA profession and its distinction from other pre-health professions and to help pre-PA students throughout the process of applying to PA programs. FPAS members collaborate to gather information about various PA Programs across the US and bring in guest speakers to our club meetings, including PAs in various fields of medicine, representatives from various organizations which may be of help to pre-PA students, and recruiters from PA programs. FPAS hopes to connect students with current PAs to facilitate shadowing opportunities and potential mentorships. In addition, newer goals going forward with the 2024-2025 school year are to potentially collaborate with other CIOs in workshops and integrate service event participation. Finally, FPAS facilitates connections and friendships between pre-PA students at UVAs to share support and resources throughout their undergraduate career.Follow us on IG! @fpas_uva 

  • Futures in Fashion Association

    The purpose of Futures in Fashion Association is to present the University of Virginia with a forum to connect all UVA students interested in the fashion industry. Through regular meetings, organized speakers, and fashion education and career-related events, FFA works to create an open dialogue between UVA students interested in fashion and industry professionals to raise awareness within the student body about working in the fashion industry. The goal of FFA is to be a networking organization on Grounds where students interested in working in the Fashion Industry can meet; discuss career goals and Industry opportunities; and generally grow and learn from each other’s experiences and interests. You may know us from our semesterly thrift shop where we sell over 1,000 items or from our fashion shows at the Fralin. 

  • Gayner Family Sustainable Investment Fund

    The vision of the Gayner Family Sustainable Investment Fund (“GFSIF” or “The Gayner Fund”) is to empower and educate students at UVA in the field of investing for the long-term while creating a lasting impact on the university community. Our objective is to provide a platform where students can learn the art of long-term investing while gaining practical experience through managing a real investment fund.By joining the GFSIF, students have the opportunity to develop valuable skills that will serve them throughout their lives. Through our monthly lectures, workshops, and pitch competitions, members will gain in-depth knowledge of investment strategies, stock selection, and portfolio management. They will have the chance to learn directly from industry veterans, such as Tom Gayner, CEO of Markel, and other prominent guest speakers who will share their expertise and insights. Each year's fund is held uninterrupted for 25 years. After that, the fund is liquidated, with half of the proceeds going into the next available fund and the other half directly funding scholarships for UVA students. Our hope is that through our work, one day every student who attends UVA will have an education fully funded through this investment club.Members will gain a solid foundation in long-term investing, a investment approach the first of its kind among the funds at UVA . This knowledge will be applicable not only to their personal finances but also to potential careers in finance, asset management, or entrepreneurship. Furthermore, the GFSIF offers every member a chance to actively manage a real investment fund and contribute to scholarships for future UVA students. This hands-on experience is invaluable, as it allows members to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting, enhancing their understanding of financial markets, while building a brighter future for our university.

  • GEM Club at UVA

    The GEM Club at UVA is a student-led organization dedicated to helping its members and the wider UVA community build a strong foundation of leadership skills. Our goal is to equip our members with the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed as future leaders in their chosen fields. We offer a variety of training and educational programs that focus on leadership development and the establishment of real-world competencies. Additionally, we provide valuable networking opportunities, connecting our members with like-minded individuals and professionals in their field. Through our efforts, we aim to empower the next generation of successful and influential leaders, both within the UVA community and beyond.

  • Girls Who Code at the University of Virginia

    Girls Who Code is an organization designed to empower women in tech through organizing hackathons, career fairs, workshops and socials. We host events to inspire women and allies to create a safe space for women in the field of technology and encourage everyone interested to join the club.

  • Gizmologists

    Gizmologists is an organization that supports student-run small-scale engineering projects. We pride ourselves on encouraging students of any major to try their luck at engineering (including non-engineers); whether you have a wealth of experience or none at all we have a place for you! Most projects are interdisciplinary so as to allow you to find what you enjoy/what you don't. The more experienced engineers will lead demos and take a lead role in projects so as to ensure everyone is constantly learning and those with less experience are never feeling overwhelmed.

  • G.K. Chesterton Society

    Discussion club to read and discuss essays and novels in the spirit of G.K. Chesterton

  • Global Infectious Diseases Association

    Are you looking for an engaging way to get involved in the field of infectious disease? We at the Global Infectious Diseases Association (GIDA) are a group of students with diverse majors and backgrounds looking to spread information and promote research regarding infectious disease. We work closely with the Center for Global Health Equity (CGHE) to collaborate on events and activities designed to encourage undergraduate research in infectious diseases. As we have seen throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, the impact of infectious disease spreads far beyond the field of healthcare. As a member of GIDA, you would be working closely with your peers to help plan and implement events and activities to foster this dialogue regarding the infectious disease within a global context. Recently, we have hosted panels with infectious disease experts to broaden the conversation about the interdisciplinary nature of disease. Additionally, we have hosted research poster sessions where students have an opportunity to meet graduate students and faculty who run research, and talk to them first hand about what they’re studying, and how to get involved.

  • Global Markets Group

    The Global Markets Group is a student-run investment fund at the University of Virginia. We manage a ~$24,000 portfolio of securities across asset classes and geographies. Through member training and workshops, we expose our members to the skills they need for successful careers in finance and investing. We create a collaborative environment focused on professional and personal development. Our culture of mentorship helps members reach their full potential, as students and as investors.