Student Organizations

Alpha Chi National Honor Society

This group is an honor organization for undergraduate students who rank at the junior and senior level and have attained a 3.5 GPA. The minimum required grade point average will be determined by the membership limitations dictated by the current national constitution of Alpha Chi. The student invited to membership must have been a regular student at DBU for at least one academic year prior to election. Membership is a privilege and honor extended by invitation from the DBU Faculty Council or the faculty sponsors of the Texas Alpha Nu Chapter of Alpha Chi.

Alpha Sigma Lambda National Honor Society

The Alpha Sigma Lambda National Honor Society is a nonprofit organization devoted to the advancement of scholarship and to the recognition of nontraditional students continuing their higher education.  The society honors superior scholarship and leadership of adult students who accomplish academic excellence while facing competing interests of home and work.

Alpha Sigma Omega

Alpha Sigma Omega, as an honor society, is an association of individuals selected for distinguished ability and achievement in scholarship, leadership, service, and Christian ethics.  The purpose of the society is to advance a spirit of scholarship, recognize and encourage leadership, demonstrate servant leadership on the Dallas Baptist University campus and in the surrounding community, and support the history, heritage, and ideals of the university.

Beta Beta Beta

The purpose of Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society shall be to function as an honor and professional society for students of the biological sciences. Its activities shall be designed to stimulate interest, scholarly attainment, and investigation in the biological sciences, and to promote the dissemination of information and new interpretations among students of the life sciences.

Kappa Pi International Art Honor Society

The purpose of Kappa Pi is to recognize, foster, and reward outstanding scholastic achievements in artistic studies, stimulate interest, promote and encourage servant leadership, and provide an opportunity to discuss and exchange ideas in the field of art. Kappa Pi exists to provide a community of artists whose goal is to push one another in creative potential and artistic endeavors for the glory of Jesus Christ.

Our Bible Scriptures are: "For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." Ephesians 2:10 and "Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you." James 4:8

Lambda Pi Eta

This communication honors organization exists to (a) recognize, foster, and reward outstanding scholastic achievement in communication studies; (b) stimulate interest in the field of communication; (c) promote and encourage professional development among communication majors; (d) provide an opportunity to discuss and exchange ideas in the field of communication.

Omicron Delta Kappa

The mission of Omicron Delta Kappa is to identify, honor, and develop leaders in collegiate and community life, to encourage collaboration among students, faculty, staff, and alumni, to advance leadership, and to promote and publicize our ideals.

Phi Alpha Theta

Phi Alpha Theta (ΦΑΘ) is an American honor society whose mission is to promote the study of history through the encouragement of research, good teaching, publication, and the exchange of learning and ideas among historians. The DBU chapter of Phi Alpha attends the regional conference, invites guest speakers to campus, and hosts other campus events activities to promote an interest in history.

Phi Beta Delta

The purpose of Dallas Baptist University's chapter of Phi Beta Delta is to recognize and encourage achievements in the areas of international education and exchange.

Sigma Delta Pi

The purpose of Psi Gamma, DBU's chapter of Sigma Delta Pi, is to honor those who seek and attain excellence in the study of the Spanish language and in the study of the literature and culture of the Spanish speaking peoples.

Theta Alpha Kappa

This organization is the national honor society for academic studies in Religion and/or Theology, and it exists to encourage, recognize, and maintain excellence in such studies within baccalaureate and post-baccalaureate degree programs, but also within the academic profession more broadly understood. Theta Alpha Kappa is a national honor society created in 1976 for the purpose of honoring particularly excellent students in the fields of theology and/or religious studies. In 1994 it became a "related scholarly organization" of AAR (American Academy of Religion), the largest religious society in the United States of America. TAK now has 160 chapters all over the country.

Baptist Student Ministries

The BSM is a religious organization for students of all denominations that sponsor student missionaries, mission trips, Bible studies, and events on campus.

Ministry Fellowship

The purpose of Dallas Baptist University's Ministry Fellowship is to encourage and equip DBU students who are studying for and/or are involved in Christian ministry by providing opportunities for discussion, fellowship, networking, and service.

Our Calling

Our Calling exists to glorify God by leading homeless people to Christ and stabilizing broken lives as they begin God-honoring lifestyles through servant leadership.

Ratio Christi

Ratio Christi (Latin for 'The Reason of Christ') is a global movement that equips university students and faculty to give historical, philosophical, and scientific reasons for following Jesus Christ. Bringing together faith and reason to establish the intellectual voice of Christ in the University, Ratio Christi is planting student led apologetics clubs at universities around the world. Students, engaged in the battle for the mind, learn to defend God's existence, the reliability of the Bible, and the fact of Christ's resurrection. We seek a Renaissance of Christian Thinking in the University.
Our chapter of Ratio Christi upholds the mission statement of the national organization as stated above and hopes to bring its passion for apologetics to the students of Dallas Baptist University. We hope to equip students for any questions or discussions that might come their way and teach them to defend the gospel in a loving manner. Our goal is to deepen the roots of our faith that we might gain a better understanding of our creator. We want to create a community that will encourage students to seek God's truth while "being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you" (1 Peter 3:15).
Our meetings consist of guest speakers, public debates, and student-led discussions. We meet every Tuesday night from 8:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. in room 111A of the International Center.

The Call

The Call is an organization that exists to train and equip students for their leadership in the Church. By giving them a forum in which to practice and learn about preaching and general ministry, students will grow in their pastoral and practical theology. At the end of each semester, a public event is held for the campus to come and join in what we are doing and support our membership.

Student Ambassadors

Student Ambassadors is a selected group of students who represent DBU at college nights and at local high schools and help with other recruiting and publicity tasks.

Student Government Association

The purpose of SGA is to establish a direct line of communication between students and administration. SGA is composed of four officers: president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer, as well as, twenty senators (five from each class). Officers and senators are elected in the spring semester to serve the following academic year; first-year senators are elected at the beginning of the fall semester. Candidates for SGA positions must be in good standing and must be approved by the Dean of Students and Spiritual Life and the Executive Vice President.

Wilberforce Alliance DBU

In partnership with the 21st Century Wilberforce Initiative, the purpose of DBU's Wilberforce Alliance DBU is to be ambassadors to the local culture on behalf of religious liberty reform for the purpose of international religious freedom. As religious freedom advocates, we mobilize and equip partners to promote global protections and reforms through advocacy, capacity building, and technical innovations. Our vision is to create a world where religious freedom is embraced as a right for all.

African Students Union (ASU)

The African Student Union (ASU) exists to promote unity and appreciation of cultural diversity among African Students and the DBU community and to support African students in their academic pursuits and transition to life in the United States through a variety of activities. The ASU aims to provide all students the opportunity to find a home in the DBU community.

Black Student Union (BSU)

The Black Student Union is an organization that strives to bring unity to the campus of DBU. We want our black students to know that they have a community around them which will bring them support, guidance, and unconditional love during their time here and after their time at DBU.

Brazilian Student Association (BSA)

The Mission of the Brazilian Student Association (BSA) is to promote cultural enrichment among Brazilian students and the DBU community through social and spiritual activities in order to enhance their Christ-centered and servant leadership experience at DBU.

Christ for the Nations Student Fellowship

The purpose of the Christ for The Nations Institute (CFNI) Student Fellowship, CSF Connect, is to provide Dallas Baptist University students from CFNI the resources and opportunities to successfully integrate into the DBU community, while demonstrating their heart for missions and worship through fulfilling the University's servant leadership mission.

Indonesian Student Fellowship (ISF)

The mission of the Indonesian Student Fellowship is to welcome, assist, and show hospitality to new Indonesian students at DBU, to cultivate DBU's values and focus on developing physical, emotional, and spiritual maturity through fellowship among Indonesian students and student that represent ISF, and to promote events on campus that celebrate Indonesian heritage and culture.

International Chinese Fellowship (ICF)

The purpose of the International Chinese Fellowship (ICF) is to promote cultural enrichment among Chinese students and the DBU community through social and spiritual activities in order to enhance their Christ-centered and servant leadership experience at DBU.

Japanese Student Society

The purpose of the Japanese Student Society is to cultivate mutual friendship among Japanese students, to cooperate with other student organizations, and to promote cultural interchange between Japan and other countries.

Kinesiology Club

The Kinesiology Club is an organized body of students seeking to provide opportunities to Kinesiology majors/minors for professional development, networking, and Christian Fellowship, and to develop a sense of community in the kinesiology department.

Korean Student Association (KSA)

The mission of the Korean Student Association is to promote fellowship and unity among Korean and non-Korean students at Dallas Baptist University in order to help them become servant leaders who have a greater Christian perspective of current affairs in the global world.

Minute Men

The purpose of Minute Men is to model and lead students in support of all Patriot athletic programs, while also providing an opportunity for the members of Minute Men to develop brotherhood and camaraderie with one another.

Mu Kappa Alpha (Missionary Kid Alliance)

The Missionary Kid Alliance exists to provide opportunities for missionary kids and other third culture kids to relate to each other and to support one another as they adjust to life in the USA while in college, and affirm their international ties and identities. Any DBU student who has lived overseas or whose parents are involved in international missionary work may become a member. MK students at DBU help one another with reverse culture shock and enjoy social activities together.

Organization of Latin American Students (OLAS)

OLAS has established a mission to grow personally, as a group, and spiritually. The Latin American culture is strong in friendship, sharing, and family. For many of the members of the organization, OLAS is a group where they can feel more "at home". By having fellowship and sharing the culture of Latin American countries members unite and the center of this union is faith in Jesus Christ. OLAS opens up opportunities to worship God and serve Him.

The Regiment

In the year 2010, DBU introduced a fraternal order to be known as The Regiment. This group of five men, Cannoneers, will foster an understanding and appreciation for the legacy of the American Patriot. The Regiment will be charged with the duty of protecting and executing the order of the cannon. Through the firing of the cannon, The Regiment will be responsible for advancing a spirit of pride among the University community.

South Asian Student Association (SASA)

The purpose of the South Asian Student Association (SASA) is to share love and friendship with South Asian students and help develop Christian servant leaders. SASA will provide opportunities to fellowship, promote cultural exchange among students from different countries, and provide educational and social experiences.

The Society of Young Business Professionals

The Society of Young Business Professionals serves to prepare students to develop into servant leaders who are equipped to be effective stewards of the Lord's resources and to assist them in planning for careers in finance or business. Members will engage in activities to develop their skills and abilities, share knowledge, and build relationships.

Sports Management Club

The purpose of this organization is to encourage DBU undergraduate and graduate students interested in the field of sports management to learn, experience, and serve in areas of the sports industry. The Sports Management Club will do this by doing things like touring sports stadiums on the DBU campus and implementing various ways to utilize their knowledge and gain experience in the field.

The Vietnamese International Student Association (VISA)

To reach out to all the Vietnamese students on the DBU campuses, to fellowship, and to share cultural events with other Vietnamese Students as well as other DBU students. To encourage Vietnamese students to show the love of Christ.

Wilberforce DBU Chapter (WDC)

In Partnership with the 21st Century Wilberforce Initiative, the purpose of DBU's Wilberforce University Chapter is to be ambassadors to the local culture on behalf of religious liberty reform for the purpose of international religious freedom. As religious freedom advocates, we mobilize and equip partners to promote global protections and reforms through advocacy, capacity building, and technical innovations. Our Vision is to create a world where religious freedom is embraced as right for all.