Politics, Activism and Governance Organizations

Athletes for Equality promotes an accepting and welcoming environment for all student-athletes and offers education on the presence of LGBTQ+ athletes. We strive to further equality and diversity within athletics. We hold events including discussions and watch parties, host speakers and fundraise for LGBTQ+ organizations. Contact us at athletesforequality@kenyon.edu.

Campus Senate includes faculty, staff and elected student representatives. It’s a forum in which students, faculty, and staff communicate and consider matters of general concern to the College. Contact us at senate@kenyon.edu.

Israel Club helps students learn about and navigate the intricacies of Israeli politics, culture and life. With an open environment, where all have a place to speak and be heard, we discuss issues that face Israel. We also sponsor lectures, film screenings and open fora to promote the Israeli cause. Contact us at ksfi@kenyon.edu.

Kenyon Sin Fronteras pursues justice and dignity for immigrants with a special, but not exclusive, focus on the U.S.-Mexico border. We raise awareness about border issues through sustained dialogues supported by speakers, film screenings and partnerships with local organizations. We focus on the experiences of immigrants, asylum seekers, refugees and Indigenous people whose lives are disrupted by border and immigration policy. Contact us at sinfronteras@kenyon.edu.

Model United Nations at Kenyon provides a place for students to explore international relations and improve speech and debate skills. No previous experience is required. Contact us at modelun-stuorg@kenyon.edu.

Planned Parenthood Generation Action Club mobilizes advocates for reproductive freedom, raises public awareness about reproductive health and rights and educates young people about sexual health. Our goal is to create lasting cultural change and get Kenyon students more involved with local communities. Contact us at ppga.club@kenyon.edu.

Student Council determines and expresses student views concerning College affairs. We also supervise student organizations, activities, enterprises and social events, administer elections, manage the Student Activity Fund, and propose changes to improve student life in collaboration with the Campus Senate and other College agencies. Contact us at studentcouncil@kenyon.edu.

Students for Justice in Palestine engages the Kenyon community through public education, lectures and film screenings, and community discussions on the subject of human rights violations in Israel and occupied Palestine. We encourage a multiplicity of voices and viewpoints. Contact us at ksjp@kenyon.edu.