SCHOOL OF 2012-2013 - St. George's University

throughout the term. JSA makes services comprehensible
to all sects of Judaism and is open to any/all students
interested in participating.
growth. The club’s mission is summarized by what St. John
the Beloved said, “Behold, if God so loved us, we also
ought to love one another” (1 John 4:11).
Muslim Students Association
The Muslim Students Association (MSA) is a student
organization that provides religious services and support
for the SGU community. Its goal is to promote a positive
understanding of Islam and its practice among people of all
faiths and nationalities. Besides providing weekly Jummah
(Friday) Prayer Services, MSA also sponsors community
gatherings, dinners, and biannual holiday celebrations.
Persian Students Association
The Persian Student Association (PSA) is a non-profit,
non-political student organization whose objective is to
sponsor Persian social and cultural activities and events,
promote an understanding of Persian culture, to help foster
friendship among different cultural groups, and to provide
a source of union and support for the Persian community at
St. George’s University. PSA also provides various services
to Iranian medical students in the form of its scholastic
education which may include academic and or financial
support, general inquiries, or anywhere else the PSA can
be of assistance.
Seventh-Day Adventist Student Organization
The Seventh-day Adventist Students Organization (SDASO) is
comprised of Seventh-day Adventist students and staff from
around the world. Members range in nationality from the
Caribbean region to the African, North and South American
continents. Membership in the organization transcends the
barriers of religious affiliation. Our mission is to foster the
social and spiritual growth of students through fellowship
and to proclaim the love of God and the second coming of
Jesus Christ by the way we live. Our vision is to be a perpetual
light reflecting God’s truth to the wider community. All are
welcome to join and share in the life-changing experience
that is the Seventh-day Adventist Students Organization.
St. John’s Orthodox Club
The Orthodox Church is the oldest church in the Christian
history. It is rich in its sacraments, rituals, and teachings.
The St. John’s Orthodox Club (SJOC) welcomes all
Orthodox Christian students as well as any other interested
members. Its aim is to gain spiritual, social, and personal
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
Angels In Armor (Animal Rescue Fund)
The mission of Angels in Armor (Animal Rescue Fund)
(AAARF) is to provide financial relief to those students
or faculty members of St. George’s University who opt
to rescue sick or injured companion animals in need of
emergency care and are without ownership. The Angels in
Armor Organization of St. George’s University is a group
of volunteers dedicated to encourage Good Samaritan
behavior in our community as well provide an outlet to save
the lives of animals that would otherwise be euthanized for
lack of financial capabilities. AAARF intends to promote
and advance emergency medicine and critical care as a
specialty for veterinary students through demonstrations,
case studies and lectures.
Athletics Facilities Committee
Sports and sporting facilities on campus are organized by
the Athletic Facilities Committee (AFC). Currently campus
supports an intramurals program consisting of basketball,
volleyball, soccer, flag-football, badminton, tennis, street
hockey, and a developing softball and cricket tournament.
It also supports several SGU rep teams that participate
in community-based competitions such as cricket, soccer,
netball, and basketball. For those with a less competitive
interests, there is a plethora of regular pick-up events
that take place on the athletic field and court facilities. In
addition to the above mentioned core activities the campus
supports numerous aerobics classes, lacrosse, martial
arts, ultimate Frisbee, and an expanding weight room and
cardio center. There are also community-based activities
available such as scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking,
swimming, and cross country running or hiking. Check the
Athletics section on Sakai for more information.
Orphanage Students Organization
The Orphanage Students Organization (OSO) is a group
of volunteers that are committed to providing care and
assistance to the abused, neglected and abandoned children
in the Bel Air and Queen Elizabeth orphanages in Grenada.
Many of the children suffer from development, social, and
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