National Interest and Culture-related University Societies, A-M

Below you will find a directory of websites for various national interest and culture-related societies, as well as student groups with an international or cross-cultural focus, at the University of Oxford. This list is continually updated, so if your society or student group is missing from it, please email us at internationalstudents@ousu.org with details to add to it.

AEGEE (Association des Etats Generauz des Etudiants de l'Europe)

http://aegee.oxford.googlepages.com/

AEGEE (European Students Forum) is one of the biggest interdisciplinary student associations in Europe; it is represented by 15,000 students, active in 241 academic cities, in 40 countries all around Europe. AEGEE is a secular, non-profit organisation, not linked to any political party. All projects and activities are based on the voluntary work of its members.

Email: aegee.oxford@gmail.com

Africa Society, Oxford University

http://users.ox.ac.uk/~afrisoc/

Email: afrisoc@herald.ox.ac.uk

Arab Cultural Society, Oxford University

http://ouacs.wordpress.com/

The OUACS serves many different roles on campus. Firstly, it acts as a meeting point and contact hub for all Arab students on Campus. It aims to represent them and offer them maximum support. It also aims to present a platform for voices and speakers from, or interested in, the Arab world, with the topics of discussions covering politics, history, the arts, and culture. It also organizes parties and social events, so wherever your interests may lie, OUACS has something to offer.

Email: ouacs@herald.ox.ac.uk

Asia-Pacific Society, Oxford University

http://www.ouaps.org.uk/

The Oxford University Asia-Pacific Society (OUAPS) was formed in 1999 and is the largest Asian society in Oxford, with over 700 members. Its affiliates and networks span four continents. The society aims to encourage and promote an understanding of current issues related to the Asia-Pacific, and to inspire interest in the political, economic, social and cultural developments in this dynamic region of the world.

Australia and New Zealand Society, Oxford University

http://users.ox.ac.uk/~ouanz/

The Oxford University Australia and New Zealand Society exists to help Australians and New Zealanders get the most out of their time at Oxford. OUANZ is a great way to meet like-minded people in all kinds of social settings. As well as providing information and practical support, OUANZ hosts some of Oxford's most exciting events - be it classy and sophisticated, sporting, guest speakers, movie nights, or National celebrations.

Email: oxfordANZ@gmail.com

Bahá’í Society, Oxford

http://www.oxfordbahais.com/obs/

Brazilian Society, Oxford University

http://users.ox.ac.uk/~brazil/

The objectives of OUBS are: one, to promote debate about the Brazilian reality related with social, economic, political and cultural aspects; two, to improve the relationship among the Brazilian community itself and among the Brazilian community, the British society and other overseas communities; and three, to promote the articulation of the interests of Brazilian postgraduate students and researchers residing in Oxfordshire through association.

Email: brazil@herald.ox.ac.uk

Bulgarian Society, Oxford University

Oxford University Bulgarian Society was established by a group of students in 1996. Its aims are to gather the Bulgarian students at Oxford in a friendly and easy-going society, where they can meet each other in a relaxing atmosphere, away from the pressures of academic work, exchange ideas about life in Oxford and Bulgaria, socialise in general. Further aim is to encourage awareness of Bulgaria, its culture, history and traditions, amongst Oxford students.

http://users.ox.ac.uk/~bulgsoc
website: bulgsoc@herald.ox.ac.uk

Canadian Society, Oxford University

http://users.ox.ac.uk/~cansoc/

Email: CanSoc@herald.ox.ac.uk

Chinese Drama Society, Oxford University

http://www.oxcds.org.uk/

CDS was formed in June 2005 to promote interest in Chinese Drama, not just among Chinese, but also in the general public. Since its formation, it has staged a number of successful dramas and shows.

Email: cds@herald.ox.ac.uk

Chinese International Awareness, Oxford University

http://users.ox.ac.uk/~oxcia

Email: oxcia@herald.ox.ac.uk

OXCIA is a vibrant, inclusive and truly international society that aims to promote an interest in Chinese culture within Oxford University. Anyone with any interest in Chinese culture is encouraged to come to its events – it exists to foster this interest, as well as to give advice and answer questions. OXCIA regularly organizes speaker events, museum visits and free Mandarin lessons as an integral part of promoting cultural awareness. In addition, it also holds Orient-themed parties, food-related events, film nights, festival celebrations, and trips to China.

Chinese Student and Scholar Association, Oxford University

http://www.oxcssa.org.uk/

Email: rui.wen@keble.ox.ac.uk

Franco-British Student Alliance

http://www.fbsalliance.org/en/

Bringing universities, students, and leaders of both countries closer together, encouraging mutual understanding, galvanizing cross-Channel relationships, and working towards common goals, such are the ambitions of the Franco-British Student Alliance.

French Society, Oxford University

http://groupspaces.com/oufs/

Email: oufrench@herald.ox.ac.uk

German Society, Oxford University

http://www.oxford-germansoc.org/

Email: president@oxford-germansoc.org

The German Society is Oxford's cultural, political and social society for the diverse German-speaking world. It prides itself on being the hub for all Oxford students who are interested in German culture and language, as well as politics and business.

Greek Society, Oxford University

Gumboots Dance Troupe, Oxford

http://groupspaces.com/gumboots/

Gumboot dancing originated in the gold mines of South Africa. The mines were often flooded, so to protect their feet, mine workers wore gumboots (i.e., rubber mining boots). At the end of their shift, these mine workers, who came from all over southern Africa, would entertain themselves by slapping their boots and combining it with their traditional dances. And so gumboot dancing was born!

Email: shazrene@post.harvard.edu

Hispanic Society, Oxford

http://groupspaces.com/ouhispanicsociety/

Email: tania.beard@pmb.ox.ac.uk

This is Oxford's one-stop society for all things Spanish and Latin American. Cultural events are held every week - wine tasting, film nights, dinners, poetry evenings, and much more! Spanish classes and flamenco lessons are also offered.

Hong Kong Society, Oxford University

http://users.ox.ac.uk/~ouhks/

Email: ouhks@herald.ox.ac.uk

Hungarian Society, Oxford

http://www.hungsoc.com/

The Oxford Hungarian Society exists for all those interested in Hungarian matters.

Email: hungsoc@hungsoc.com

Indian Society, Oxford

The aim of the OIS is to celebrate India and its diversity. It seeks to bring together not only Indian students and students of Indian origin, but anyone who wishes to enjoy celebrating the diverse culture of India. Its activities are centred around promoting Indian culture - the rich traditions, festivals, the food, the art and film, the music and so on.

http://users.ox.ac.uk/~ois/

Email: ois@herald.ox.ac.uk

Islamic Society, Oxford University

http://www.ouisoc.com/web/

OUIS aims: one, to present and enhance the understanding of Islam as a complete way of life to Muslims and non-Muslims alike through stimulating debate and discussion; two, to create a tolerant and open-minded environment in which Islamic services and advice can be offered to the Society's members; three, to foster a sense of community through the organisation of social and other activities and with the intention of developing a balanced Islamic identity; four, to provide support and welfare for members of the Society; and five, to implement all of the above according to the Qur'an, Sunnah and Islamic Jurisprudence.

Italian Society, Oxford University

http://users.ox.ac.uk/~itasoc/

The OUIS exists to promote those aspects of Italian culture and style that have made Italy famous. It runs a wide variety of events each term, ranging from speaker nights to dinners, from conversation classes to sports events.

Email: oxford.italian.society@gmail.com

Japan Society, Oxford University

http://users.ox.ac.uk/~ojs/

Oxford University Japan Society (OUJS), also known as JapSoc, is a vibrant, dynamic society aiming to introduce and promote the enjoyment of Japanese culture and provide greater opportunities for meeting Japanese people. It welcomes everyone with an interest in Japan from both within and outside the university, regardless of any difference.

Email: ojs@herald.ox.ac.uk

Jewish Society, Oxford University

http://www.oxfordjsoc.co.uk/

Oxford Jsoc is not just a religious society; its aims and likewise its events are varied in their nature. JSoc organises social, educational as well as religious events for students of all shades of observance - ranging from those who go to shul three times a day to three times a year. With prestigious speakers, cocktail parties, bagel brunches and of course Friday night meals, Jsoc provides a unique opportunity to mix with other Jewish students. It also provides meals every night of the week at the OJC (Oxford Jewish Community Centre) so eating kosher food in Oxford should never be an issue.

Email: presidents@oxfordjsoc.co.uk

Korea Society, Oxford

http://users.ox.ac.uk/~koreasoc/

The Oxford University Korea Society was founded in 1986 by a number of enthusiastic and pioneering students at the time, seeking to encourage lively communication and relations among the Korean population in Oxford. Its aim was also to promote Korea as a nation of both transition and tradition worldwide. Since then, the Society has expanded its capacity with an ever-increasing number of students, visiting professors and researchers alike, and has hitherto firmly established itself as a representative body of Korean residents in Oxford.

Email: koreasoc@herald.ox.ac.uk

Latin American Society, Oxford University

http://users.ox.ac.uk/~latamsoc/

Email: latamsoc@herald.ox.ac.uk

Malaysia Club, Oxford University

http://www.oumc.org.uk/

The OUMC gives Malaysians a chance to get together for any occasion, be it to celebrate a festival in their own inimitable style with culinary delights, or to represent the club at the annual Nottingham Games (which brings together Malaysia Clubs from all over the UK for a sporty reason), or to listen to a speaker the Club brought in.

Email: oumc@herald.ox.ac.uk

Malaysian and Singaporean Student Association, Oxford University

http://oumssanet.googlepages.com/

OUMSSA provides support for those who might find living abroad a new and intimidating experience. It unites Singaporeans, Malaysians and all those interested in Singapore and Malaysia in Oxford around communal activities, as well as keeps them engaged in and informed of important issues taking place at home. OUMSSA’s membership is a representation of the colourful diversity, which is characteristic of Oxford University. It currently reaches out to several hundred students from all walks of life.

Email: oumssa@herald.ox.ac.uk

Mexican Society, Oxford

http://users.ox.ac.uk/~mexican/

The aim of the Society is to encourage and promote the interest of the Oxford community in politics, economics, history, cultural heritage and novel tendencies, arts and scientific achievements of Mexico.

Email: mexican@herald.ox.ac.uk