Student Affinity Groups
Nurture a sense of connection among students and faculty, while building on their diverse interests and experiences.
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A student affinity group is a small, informal community formed by students who share a common identity, interest, or characteristic. These groups can focus on various aspects such as race, gender, culture, or shared hobbies, providing a space for members to connect, support each other, and advocate for their interests.
What can be an Affinity Group's focus?
- Clinical interests
- Populations
- Identity, culture, or language
- Academic interests
- Policy issues
- Professional communication
Affinity Group Rules
- Affinity groups may be formed for up to one academic year (August–May)
- Groups may re-form in subsequent years if there is renewed interest
- Deadline for the formation of a new Affinity Group for each year is no later than December 31 of each academic year
- A summary of student group activities must be submitted electronically to Dr. Cynethia Bethel-Hines in May to be considered for future designation as an Affinity Group
- For current Affinity groups who want to re-form in subsequent years, submit an interest in reforming in the electronic summary
- Designated faculty advisors commit to one academic year only
- Faculty advisor consent must be sought each subsequent year
- Groups that are also Recognized Student Organizations (for example – Black Student Nurses organization) may also request Affinity status. They must abide by UofL RSO and Affinity Group rules.
How do you start an Affinity Group?
1
Be enrolled in a nursing program
You must be an undergraduate or graduate student actively enrolled in Nursing.
2
Pick a focus
Identify a focus for the group and receive approval from an interested nursing faculty member
3
Pick a faculty member
Identify a designated faculty advisor who has agreed to work with the identified group
4
Formalize the group
Identify the following: Group name, membership, and group goals
5
Designate student leadership
Choose students who will be responsible for leading the affinity group
6
Complete the form
Submit all needed information, including your faculty advisor's consent via the form below.
Fill out Affinity Group Form about