Identity & Culture Clubs

  • Graduate and Professional Students of Africa (GAPSA)

    As the name indicates, the Graduate and Professional Students of Africa is a safe space for (international) students from Africa. We have an ongoing WhatsApp group with about 100 members with about 14 flags representing our members' countries.  We welcome Masters students, PhD candidates, and professional students from Darden, Law and Medical schools. We welcome newly admitted African students and provide them with information to ease their transition to the United States. GAPSA cultivates a community of Africans who share their culture--food, language and daily living--while navigating life in the United States.

  • Hablemos Spanish Conversation Club

    Hablemos is a relaxed forum for students to practice and develop Spanish speaking ability without the pressure of grades or class expectations. Students of any skill level, from beginner to native speaker, are welcome to participate. Hablemos tries to build confidence in Spanish speaking ability, help members learn new vocabulary, and provide an easy, convenient outlet for any University student who wishes to speak Spanish with other students. In the past, we've had cooking classes and restaurant nights together.

  • Hillel Jewish Leadership Council

    The Hillel Jewish Leadership Council exists to expand and enhance Jewish life at the University of Virginia by creating diverse opportunities for Jewish students. JLC incubates student leadership through program creation and peer engagement, encourages the expression of religious and cultural beliefs amongst peers and is committed to promoting a welcoming, pluralistic community built on mutual respect.

  • Hindu Students Council

    The mission of the Hindu Students Council is to provide a forum for both the Hindu and non-Hindu students at the University of Virginia to observe and practice the Hindu religion and the Hindu philosophies. The goal of the Hindu Students Council is to serve as an instrument for the spiritual and intellectual growth of those who are willing to learn and / or practice the Hindu traditions.

  • Hispanic American Network at Darden

    HAND’s objective is to create, maintain, and strengthen ties with Hispanic American alumni; support career development opportunities for its members; and partner with the greater Darden community to promote a forum for inclusion, exploration, and diversity within Darden.

  • Hong Kong Student Association

    HKSA is a community for students who are from Hong Kong or are interested in learning about the culture of Hong Kong. 

  • Hooraas at the University of Virginia

    HooRaas is a competitive co-ed dance team that seeks to promote the awareness of a particular type of Indian folk dance called garba-raas that is indigenous to the state of Gujarat. As a team of University of Virginia students, we perform at intercollegiate events and competitions. By performing at cultural events at the University of Virginia and at other venues, we contribute to the diversity of the university community. We aim to promote the understanding of South Asian, and specifically Gujarati, culture.

  • Hoos First Look

    Hoos First Look (HFL) gives UVA students the opportunity to connect with First Generation and/or Low Income (FGLI) high school juniors seeking to learn more about the college admissions process. Through our group, members of HFL help high school students from a background like their own discover UVA and mentor these students from their junior year of high school through their college applications. Through programming like speaker panels, essay writing workshops, College Search workshops, and partnerships with the UVA Admission Office and Hoos First, we seek to help the next generation of FGLI UVA students foster their love for UVA.  

  • Indian Student Association

    The Indian Student Association at the University of Virginia (ISA at UVA) is a sociocultural organization dedicated to fostering a community that welcomes all kinds of students to grounds. As the largest multicultural organization on grounds, our organization hosts a variety of events - from cultural celebrations to socials (big/little programs, year bondings, etc.), sporting events and debates, to career advising and more - there is something for everyone! Whether it’s your first week on grounds, or you’re walking the lawn at graduation, we’re here for you. Come find your home away from home by joining our family today!