Student Clubs

There are many student-run clubs at the college, examples of which are listed below. Meeting schedules and activities vary.

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Alliance
Celebrates the power of a diverse student body and strives to create a campus which fosters acceptance of all members regardless of race, gender, or sexual orientation.

Avant-Garde Cuisine Society
Strives to use science to discover new textures and methods and gain a greater understanding of the composition of food.

Bacchus Wine Society
Conducts events to enhance the knowledge and enjoyment of wines. (Participants must be at least 21 years of age.)

Baking and Pastry Arts Society
Organizes workshops and demonstrations to expand baking and pastry skills and to expose students to new ingredients and equipment.

Black Culinarian Society
Strives to unite people of different backgrounds and highlights the contributions of people of color in the foodservice industry.

Chefs for Community Service
Provides culinary services for organizations dedicated to assisting people who are less fortunate.

Chefs Sustaining Agriculture
Strengthens the farmer/chef connection and promotes the use of locally grown, seasonal ingredients in cooking.

Culinary Christian Fellowship
Holds non-denominational prayer and Bible study meetings as well as campus and community activities.

Dean's Council
Provides an open and positive platform for communication between bachelor's degree students and the administration. Disseminates information to the CIA community. Members are appointed by the dean of liberal arts and business management.

Eta Sigma Delta Honor Society
Dedicated to service and leadership, Eta Sigma Delta is the international honor society for students in hospitality management programs. Members are eligible based on GPA and class rank.

Friends of Chabad Association
Works to foster a living awareness of Jewish culture and spiritual heritage within the framework of Chassidic Judaism.

Gourmet Society
Explores ethnic and gourmet foods through discussion, demonstrations, and special functions. The club enhances the curriculum by introducing outside perspectives, alternate approaches to cooking, and knowledge of unfamiliar products.

International Club
Provide cultural and educational support for international students in assisting with the acclimation to student life on campus. The club celebrates diversity and provides practical help via social and recreational activities.

La Papillote
La Papillote is the CIA's campus newspaper, published every three weeks.

S.P.I.C.E (Student Programming Igniting Campus Events)
Works with the Student Activities Office to select, plan, and stage many of the activities and programs on campus.