THE HUN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON

Clubs and Activities 2014-2015

AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL- Amnesty International is an international human rights organization, which strives for a better world where everyone’s human rights, enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, are adequately protected. As the Hun School chapter of Amnesty, we hope to raise awareness in human rights issues amongst the Hun School community. We organize letter-writing campaigns, fundraisers, and other fun activities that will make real contributions to human rights issues around the globe. We did various campaigns including gay rights, Syria, to death penalty abolishment last year, and we welcome anyone that will help us carry on the noble work! Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Bush, Kevin Chen, or Maddie Carlson

BACKGAMMON CLUB- Want to learn how to play an ancient board game, that is still very common and popular today? Backgammon was created around 3000 B.C. in Persia. It is one of the oldest board games still played today, and is even older than Chess! Backgammon is not only simple and fun, it is also mentally challenging and rewarding. If you would like to learn how to play the game, then join our club! We can also help you improve if you already know how to play. We will be meeting on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of every month in room 223B. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Soudah or Sam Ferdows

BLACK STUDENT UNION - Allows students to understand the experiences, history and culture of African-descended people. Offers identity exercises that showcase the Black experience. The group meets to discuss issues that impact members of the black community and teach more about the positive contributions those members of the African Diaspora have made to the world. The goal is to understand yourself as an individual and then look at the ways that you contribute to society at large. The club will help the members develop a better understanding of political, social and cultural forces that impact the world through a black student lens. Club membership is open to ALL Hun students no matter what your cultural/racial background. Point Value= 1 point Contact Dr. Fabian or Skylar Tucker

CERTAMEN- Certamen is defined as a contest, struggle, or strife (whether friendly or hostile, physical or intellectual). The Certamen itself is similar to the popular game show Jeopardy. Using buzzers, teams of 4 try to buzz in first to earn 10 points and then have a chance for two more additional 5 point challenges. Each team will strive to have an “expert in in grammar, translation, history, and mythology. This club is not just for students of Latin, but for anyone with knowledge in Roman history, culture, and mythology. Students hoping to improve their English vocabulary will also benefit from the derivative work. Certamen is a contest that not only rewards those with the knowledge to succeed, but also with the courage and confidence and agility to be the first to buzz in and take a risk! 8th graders can join their upper school peers in the first level of competition while two other levels of play are available to more advanced students. Students will compete with each other and with other Princeton area and New Jersey schools as they strive to qualify for the national tournament in Texas! Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Snow

CHEMISTRY AND SCIENCE COMPETITION CLUB- For those Harry Potter fans out there, we are the potion masters in real life. Yes, we bottle fame and brew glory–with goggles on, of course. CSCC primarily aims to promote the interest in the chemical sciences amongst the Hun Community. We will perform, watch, discuss, and even design many chemistry experiments. As the name suggests, CSCC also serves as a hub for Science Olympians. We will organize Science Olympiads, and we will provide training to make sure you can excel in those prestigious competitions. We will also very possibly be going on fun field trips to Science

Museums across the nation. The Chemistry and Science Competition Club welcomes anybody, from starter chemists to element savants. Point Value= 1 point Contact Ms. Fraczkowska or Kevin Chen

CHESS CLUB- Chess club provides people, who love chess, a chance to play with friends and chat with friends over one (possibly two) exciting match(es). If you like playing chess, chess club will suit you perfectly. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mrs. Somers or Yujie Wang

COMMUNITY SERVICE CLUB - Is a club dedicated to helping others. The club’s activities are designed based on the interest of the members. Activities range from creating events for underprivileged children, seniors, disabled, veterans, the homeless, and environmental causes. Additionally, each year the club organizes a trip that focuses on different types of service. The club also conducts fundraisers or drives to support causes locally, nationally and internationally. Point Value= Up to 2 points based upon participation Contact Ms. McNulty

CRAFT CLUB- If you enjoy being creative with crafts, this is the club for you! Materials and ideas are provided for you, as you craft items such as cell phone covers, a good-luck hanging Chinese knot, paper flowers, cloth wallets, and 3D cross-stitch items. Come join us and bring your ideas to share! Point Value = 1 point Contact Mrs. Garrison

DANCE CLUB- The Dance Club acts as an adjunct to The Hun Dance Company. Membership in the Club is open to any student who participates, or plans to participate, in one of the three yearly Company shows (Fall and Spring dance recitals and the Winter Musical). Members use club time to review or create choreography, discuss show themes, select costumes, and plan fundraisers or field trips to professional dance studios. Point Value = 1 point Contact Mrs. Yacomelli

DIVERSITY CLUB - Webster's dictionary defines diversity as "the quality or state of

having many different forms, types, ideas, etc" and this is the focus of The Hun School Diversity Club. Diversity Club is a safe space for students of different forms, types, etc to come celebrate and learn the qualities of the many different individuals around the world and around Hun's campus. We will learn about social identifiers, discuss many different cultural backgrounds, and find new ways to glorify the diversity that surrounds The Hun School. This club focuses on the difference between the people within our Hun School community with the overall goal to become a more cohesive and inclusive community. Point Value= Up to 2 points based upon participation Contact Mr. Douce or Mara Peoples

THE EDGERSTOUNIAN (YEARBOOK)- The Edgerstounian yearbook staff produces the yearbook from start to finish, from photography and design to layout and copy. Staff is busy from September through April covering sports, academics, student life, clubs and any other activities here at Hun. This year we will be publishing the 90th edition of Hun's Edgerstounian yearbook. As a part of Yearbook, you get the opportunity to create a timeless publication that your classmates will keep and look at forever. Remember, Yearbook is your book; help make it a great one! .Point Value= Up to 2 points based upon participation Contact Mrs. Brimmer

THE EDGERTONES - The Edgertones are the girls’ a cappella group on campus. Founded in 2004, the Edgertones perform mostly contemporary pop music. Membership is by audition only, and the group typically ranges between eight and twelve singers. Auditions are held at the beginning of each school year. Practices are led by their director, Ms. Rankin, but at concerts a student leader conducts the group. Performance opportunities include the Homecoming football game, winter and spring concerts, Acappellooza, the Princeton Acafestival, and outside venues. Point Value= Up to 2 points based upon participation Contact Ms. Rankin FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES (BIBLE STUDY)- FCA is a club where students (not just athletes) can come and learn about the bible and study it. In each meeting, the bible will be studied in a variety of ways, such has reading scripture, sharing testimonies, and watching videos. The videos we watch are on different topics given by pastors or minsters or interviews of professional athletes that share their life experiences and their journey to having a better relationship with Christ. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Stone

FILM CLUB- The Film Club is a club dedicated to film. We introduce students to challenging, significant, and entertaining movies, while enjoying pizza and the company of friends. We vote for a film each month, then screen it after school on a chosen date. Lively discussions ensue. Past films have included The Thing, Rushmore, and Fargo. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Lipoff or Etan Weisfogel

FORENSICS (SPEECH AND DEBATE)- Do you enjoy public speaking? Would you like to improve your powers of persuasion, or do dramatic presentations? Join the Forensics Club and become part of a team of orators and performers who compete against schools statewide and ultimately nationwide. There are many different events in which to participate, and you will build an impressive repertoire. Interested? Point Value= Up to 2 points based upon participation Contact Ms. Koenen

THE FRENCH CLUB - The French Club is a fun way to enjoy French culture: food, films, and games. Point Value= 1 point Contact Dr. Knight-Santos or Ms. Koenen

GENDER AND SEXUALITY AWARENESS- GSA aims to promote tolerance towards sexual orientation at The Hun School and promote and defend the rights of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender members of the Hun community by working to prevent any form of discrimination based on sexual orientation or identity. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mrs. Cooper

GIRLS LEARN INTERNATIONAL - The Hun School Chapter of GLI is paired with The Khidderpore School which is located in a Red Light District in Kolkata, India. The people living in this area are poor with a limited choice of livelihood and very poor earning potential. Women and girls in Kolkata consequently are at high risk of becoming victims of human trafficking and/or forced prostitution. Through building awareness as well as fundraising The Hun School contributes to providing the girls of The Khidderpore School with an education. Without this educational opportunity these girls are at high risk of entering the sex trade. Girls Learn International®, Inc. (GLI) gives American students a voice in the movement for universal girls’ education. GLI pairs American middle and high school-based Chapters with Partner Schools in countries where girls have been traditionally denied access to education. The GLI Program gives students the opportunity to explore issues affecting girls in relation to global human rights, promotes cross-cultural

understanding and communication, and trains students to be leaders and advocates for positive change. Point Value= Up to 2 points based upon participation Contact Mrs. McNulty

GUITAR CLUB - Do you own an acoustic guitar, but don’t know how to play it? Want to learn to play a particular song on guitar, but don’t know where to begin? Interested in playing with other guitarists, but don’t have anyone to jam with? Guitar Club is open to all levels of players from beginner to advanced. We’re also open to any genre of music, but we'll primarily focus on Jazz, Blues, Rock and Folk. Students will teach each other different songs they want to work on, which will eventually lead to jam circles! This year we have a few acoustic guitars to loan out, so even if you don't own a guitar, you can take part in the fun. The club meets every Friday in room 223B. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Soudah

HUMANS OF HUN - Humans of Hun is an online student run instagram account that showcases the beautiful diversity and unique experiences of the humans on The Hun School campus. Point Value = 1 point Contact Mrs. Poller

HUN CULINARY CLUB- Culinary club is a club that creates opportunities for learning about different cuisines of different countries, for cooking with interesting ingredients, and for eating something that you have never eaten before. Throughout the year, we would be having meetings, with food of course. Join the culinary club for an experience you would never forget! Point Value= 1 point Contact Mrs. Somers or Mrs. Mitchell

HUN GAMING SOCIETY / WORLD DOMINATION LEAGUE- The WDL is a club organized for players of games of strategy. We meet semi-regularly after school and on certain weekends. Games include Settlers of Catan, Carcasonne, and Pandemic, but we are always open to new ones! Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Lockhart-Gilroy HUN MODEL UNITED NATIONS- Model United Nations is an academic simulation of various international organizations, where participants, or “delegates,” play the role of diplomats from the countries they represent and debate world issues with other delegates. Whether or not you have had Model UN experience, as long as you are interested in politics, economics, international relations, or simply in making friends, HunMUN welcomes your participation. We will go to several Model UN conferences this year, ranging from regional, national, to international, where you can practice diplomacy and leadership, and more importantly, meet people and make friends. Point Value= 1 point Contact Ms. Burkmar

HUN SCHOOL LOOKBOOK- The Hun School Lookbook is an online student run blog that showcases individual expression through clothing at The Hun School. Since the “spirit of the dress code” is sometimes hard to express in words, this blog aims to show positive examples through photos. The blog can be found online at http://inthespiritofthedresscode.tumblr.com. Point Value = 1 point Contact Cannon Passano '15 or Mrs. Poller

THE HUN REVIEW - The Hun Review is publication of excellent student art and literary work that includes various genres. We publish poetry, personal essays, short stories, outstanding journalism, sketches etc. This award

winning magazine is published annually in the second semester, and we look forward to working with the writers and artists in our community.. Point Value= Up to 2 points based upon participation

Contact Mrs. Roux

HUN TV!!- Help us to write, film, edit, and produce Hun’s weekly TV broadcast!! Point Value= Up to 2 points based upon participation Contact Mr. Hoban

INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE CLUB - Under the circumstances of The Hun School’s spirit of diversity and integrity, the IEC brings together different student groups on campus and creates greater communication among different cultures. Presentations on different cultures will be demonstrated by student members. The IEC helps run the International Student Dinner and other residential activities. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mrs. Cooper

JEWISH STUDIES CLUB - The “Jewish Studies” branch of the Diversity Club celebrates the Sabbath, (Shabbat), and other holidays as they occur during the year. We have relax dinners in the comfortable Alumni Dining Room of the cafeteria filled with good food, stories, explanations of traditions, and relaxing and enjoying the company of our peers, faculty, and staff. We attend Shabbat dinners at other Schools and have guest speakers during the year. ALL are welcomed to experience these special events and others as they are announced throughout the year. We are looking for help planning these and other events. Hope to see you soon! Point Value= 1 point Contact Ms. Dorfman

KANJAM SQUAD- Like Ultimate Frisbee but better! Come play with us a couple times a month and get the

frisbee in the can! Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Lipoff, Tucker Stevenson, or Alex Semler

KNITTING AND TEA CLUB- All types of experience are welcome! Our group likes to have

fun with fiber: knitting, crocheting and even dying it. Last year we made a baby blanket as a group and this year students are interested in making baby hats for donation. We always have tea and hot chocolate but sometimes we also drink lemonade. Members rotate bringing different homemade treats. The group has a supply of yarn and needles/hooks to get new

people started. Point Value= 1 point Contact Ms. Collingham

THE MALL - The Mall is a student-run newspaper that allows students to be involved in all aspects of its publication. Students can join the staff for the year, a semester, a marking period, or even just one issue. This flexibility allows for students to be involved in multiple activities, while still learning about the newspaper world. We usually meet in the mornings of M-days before school starts and students can work on their articles or photos throughout the school day. We are always looking for new writers, photographers, and layout assistants. Point Value= Up to 2 points based upon participation Contact Ms. Garrett

MASALA CLUB - The Masala club is where students can discuss and interact with Indian culture. We go see Indian movies, experience Indian cuisine, and meet together to talk about the role of Indian culture at the Hun School. We host events on and off campus revolving various Indian festivals and holidays, such as Diwali, Holi, Dussera, and Navarathri. Everyone is invited to join the group or attend any or all the events! Point Value= 1 point Contact Ms. Mishra, Ajay Vasisht, or Dhiraj Mukkamala

MATH COMPETITION CLUB- Math Competition Club- MC2 will explore and examine the art of problem solving while practicing for local and national math competitions. The members will meet

every other week to discuss interesting problems, take sample tests, and to practice for the various competitions. The Club is open to everyone. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mrs. Davis

THE MECHANICALS- The Mechanicals are Hun's very own Shakespearian society! Members will learn to perform Shakespearian sonnets and monologues in order to compete in Hun's ESUUS Shakespearian competition. Hun's winners go on to compete at the regional Princeton branch competition. Along the way, members will learn how to understand and speak Shakespearian language, practice performance skills, and have fun with the plays! Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Bogad or Maddie Carlson MEDITATION CLUB- Are you stressed out? Do you need the chance to find yourself? Is your life becoming a vortex of chaos sucking out the joy and stability from everything around you? If you said yes to any of the above then you might want to consider meditation. The meditation club seeks to create a safe haven for curious souls to relax from academic, athletic, and even social pressures. Join us as we embark on a journey within ourselves where along the way we’ll discover new cultures, take transcendental hikes through beautiful New Jersey, and ultimately find our nirvana. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mrs. Roux or Julia Maltz

MIDDLE EASTERN SOCIETY- Have you every tried hummus, tajine, taboulli, or schwarma? Did you know the Middle East is as culturally diverse as Europe? Did you know that Arabic and Farsi are written in cursive from right to left? If you want to learn more about the Middle East, then the Middle Eastern Society is the right club for YOU! We talk about current events, different languages, and we celebrate all the different cultures found in the Middle East. Meet us every second and fourth Monday in room 223B for a cup of Moroccan mint tea*. All are welcome! Point Value= 1 point Contact Dr. Knight–Santos or Yasmin Razavi

MOCK TRIAL- Marbury v. Madison, Brown v. Board of Education, Dred Scott v. Sandford. Would history have changed if you were the lawyer? Hone in on your speech and debate skills by using fictional and historical court cases. Join and have fun with your friends, while learning too! Point Value= 1 point Contact Rayhan Sendhey

MODEL CONGRESS- Model Congress is a role-playing simulation of the United States Congress. During conferences, students will represent states in the House of Representatives and the Senate as they debate current events in committee sessions. Possible topics include nuclear energy management, nuclear disarmament, marijuana legalization, STEM education and much more. The Hun Model Congress team is in its third year of existence and will be participating at Harvard Model Congress and Rutgers Model Congress. If you are looking to get a glimpse of what Congress is like, debate national and international issues, or just make new friends, this is the club for you! Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Mason Rayhan Sendhey, Shawn Mozeika, or Foster Broad

OUTDOOR CLUB- The goal of the Hun Outdoor Club is to get students outside. We aim to introduce students to a variety of activities, some of which include canoeing, backpacking, hiking, rock climbing and snow shoeing, while instilling a sense of respect and enjoyment for time spent out of doors. We will explore areas in and around Princeton, as well as the Del Water Gap, the Poconos and New York state wildlife. Through our outdoor experiences, we hope to instill in students a lifetime habit of environmental protection and outdoor enjoyment. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Loffredo

PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB – The Photography Club encourages all photographers, as well as those who want to learn about photography, to join. No experience is necessary, but you will need a camera. This year we plan to work as a group to hone our skills as we produce a number of photo-essays. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Ator

RED SHIELD SOCIETY – The Red Shield Society is a group of students who represent The Hun School of Princeton as tour guides. Members of the Society embody the quality of character and level of maturity that The Hun School values most in students. The Red Shield Society provides an invaluable service to the community by introducing the School to visiting students and their families. They present their knowledge and experiences of Hun in an enthusiastic manner. Members must be in good academic standing and be positive members of the community. Point Value= 1 point Contact Ms. Tylus in the Admissions Office for more information!

SKI CLUB If you love shredding the gnar or floating on fresh powder, please consider joining the ski club. The ski club has a few meetings throughout the fall and winter which culminates in a three day ski trip to either upstate NY (Gore and Whiteface) or Vermont (Killington and Mount Snow). You will only receive club credit if you attend the trip. There are a limited number of spots available on the trip so sign up as early as possible! Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Loffredo

STEM Club- The STEM Club is a gathering of students that meet during the Community Life period in an informal environment to work on inquiry-based Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) related activities. Princeton Central Jersey Section (PCJS) of the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) is providing a little financial support. During the club meetings, students will learn how to solder diverse electronic components, build diverse electrical devices, and discuss STEM related events in the world. Students will attend the IEEE-PCJS conference in March and report on the work performed. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Dragoiu-Luca

SQUASH CLUB- Squash club is new to the Hun School community, and offers an opportunity for students to try the sport. Whether you have played before or want to try it out, the

Hun School Squash Club is the right environment. Once a week, we will meet outside of school at the Lawrenceville School Squash Courts and play squash. Similar to racquetball, squash is a

fun way to exercise and play with your friends. Limited amounts of equipment will be available for use, so sign up fast! Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Loffredo or Wilshire Hagen

UNICEF Club- Join this club to help less fortunate children in other countries have clean water and quality schooling. Point Value= 1 point Contact Dr. Kiefer, Ms. Mitchell, or Jue Luo

VOICEMALE is the boys’ a cappella group on campus. Founded in 2010, VoiceMale performs mostly contemporary pop music, including songs by Boys II Men, Maroon 5, Michael Buble, Coldplay, and The Eagles. Membership is by audition only, and the group typically ranges between six and ten singers. Auditions are held at the beginning of each school year. Practices are led by their director, Ms. Rankin, but at concerts a student leader conducts the group. Performance opportunities include the Homecoming football game, winter and spring concerts, Acappellooza, the Princeton Acafestival, alumni and admissions gatherings, and outside venues. Members receive one activity/sport credit. VoiceMale provides a great avenue for top male singers to perform contemporary music and experience a sense of ownership in the group. Point Value= Up to 2 points based upon participation

Contact Ms. Rankin

WINTER RUNNING CLUB- For anyone looking for a group to run with for training in the off-season, or just for fun, this is the club for you. We meet twice a week after school during the winter and run a few miles through town and do weekend events including 5Ks and food destinations. Point Value= 1 point Contact Ms. Haberle or Caroline Wilkinson

YOUNG ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (SENIORS ONLY)- The goal of the Young Alumni Association (YAA) is to provide a link between students and alumni and to inform students about what it means to be a Hun School alumnus. The YAA meets quarterly to plan some of the young alumni events that take place during the school year. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. P. Quirk

Z-SQUAD: ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE WEEKEND (ZAW)/Z-SQUAD - ZAW is more an event than a club. The centerpiece of ZAW is a giant game of Humans versus Zombies (like tag, only with more undead). There are usually peripheral zombie-themed activities as well. The ZAW club is for those who wish to participate in the weekend; the Z-Squad is for those who want to help plan and run it. Point Value= 1 point Contact Mr. Lockhart-Gilroy