Registered Student Organizations

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Last Updated: Sep 18, 2026, 02:11 PM

Student organizations are a cornerstone of the College of Business and Analytics experience. They offer opportunities to network with peers and industry professionals, build practical skills, and connect with employers - often leading directly to internships and job offers after graduation.

We encourage every COBA student to explore our student organizations and get involved with at least one. Browse the groups below to find contacts and learn more about what each has to offer.

College of Business and Analytics RSOs

Accounting Society

An organization for students who are interested in business, with an emphasis on accounting. This organization allows its members the opportunity to enhance their leadership and communication skills through their participation and to gain practical experience. Faculty sponsor: Benna Williams 

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American Marketing Association

A national organization. An understanding of marketing concepts is stressed along with social interaction and community service. Faculty sponsor: Christie Mitchell

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Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)

The largest non-profit association for supply chain, connecting companies around the world to the newest thought leadership on all aspects of supply chain. Faculty sponsor: Gregory DeYong

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Beta Alpha Psi

A business fraternity for accounting majors. To be eligible for membership, one must maintain a 3.0 grade point average and have an active interest in the field of accounting. The organization's goals include encouraging scholastic and professional excellence, providing opportunities for association with practicing accountants, and promoting active participation with the College of Business and Analytics. Faculty sponsor: Tim Hurley

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Blockchain Economics Club

For students interested in the blockchain principle and its application to markets & information exchange. Applications include digital currencies like Bitcoin, international trade, and business-to-business transactions. All students are welcome. Events include invited speakers, fun projects, and networking with blockchain enthusiasts at other schools and in the industry. Faculty sponsor: Scott Gilbert

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Finance Club

For students interested in business finance and investments. It provides its members with investment knowledge, knowledge of employment opportunities, and social activities. Faculty sponsor: Ty Perry

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Saluki Event Planners (SEP)

Offers all students an opportunity to become more involved in client relations by planning a variety of events for the campus and the Carbondale community. Students are required to join the Professional Convention Management Association (no cost) to maintain our student group status with the organization. Students are also encouraged to join Meeting Professionals International ($40) to network with the St. Louis chapter. Student members of PCMA and MPI can attend regional educational seminars, annual conventions, and monthly MPI St. Louis Chapter meetings. SEP students focus on improving networking, interviewing, and professional skills as a group. SEP is a way to make connections that will lead to amazing experiences and opportunities to enhance your future career goals. Faculty sponsor: Nicole Davis

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Saluki Student Investment Fund

Provides students at Southern Illinois University Carbondale with hands-on experience in portfolio management and investment research. This includes managing a portion of the Southern Illinois University Foundation portfolio with a Midcap Core Strategy, as well as investing to maximize long-term capital appreciation as the group’s primary objective. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Faculty sponsor: Timothy Marlo

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Smokin' Dawgs

Led by the students and barbecue lovers of the Southern Illinois University community. Students work to perfect their BBQ and meat smoking skills and work with various SIU departments to cater events. Faculty sponsor: John Farrish

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Women's Business Association (W.B.A.)

A student organization devoted to encouraging the success of females in business. We want to inform, connect, and prepare individuals for the corporate world by providing them with opportunities through leading organization initiatives. WBA provides students with an opportunity to network with professionals, local entrepreneurs, and corporate recruiters to get insights into different careers and industries.​ Faculty sponsor: Sevincgul "Sev" Ulu

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