College of the Desert Hosts Spring Club Rush

Students explore diverse campus clubs and organizations at annual event

Mar. 11, 2026 at 6:41pm

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College of the Desert held its Spring Club Rush event on February 24-25 at the Indio and Palm Desert campuses, giving students the opportunity to learn about and connect with various campus clubs and organizations. The event featured over a dozen clubs spanning academic, social, and other interests, allowing students to explore hands-on activities, educational field trips, and group discussions.

Why it matters

Club Rush is an important annual event that helps students get involved in campus life, build community, and explore extracurricular interests beyond the classroom. Participation in clubs can provide valuable learning experiences, career development, and personal growth opportunities for COD students.

The details

The event featured a variety of clubs, including Alas Con Futuro, which supports undocumented students, the Asian Culture Club, and MESA, which assists STEM students. Students had the chance to connect with club members, learn about upcoming events, and sign up to join. Some highlights included the Chemistry Club's hands-on activities like making ice cream and slime, and the Architecture Club's focus on design, model building, and field trips.

  • The Spring Club Rush event took place on February 24-25, 2026 at the Indio and Palm Desert campuses of College of the Desert.

The players

College of the Desert

A community college located in the Coachella Valley region of California, offering associate's degrees and transfer programs.

Houston Mathews

An environmental engineering major and co-president of the Chemistry Club at College of the Desert.

Jedzy Gutierrez

An architecture major and member of the College of the Desert Architecture Club (CODAC).

Michelangelo Dziona

A political science major who started the American Civics club at College of the Desert.

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What they’re saying

“You're not just sitting there and listening to people ramble or watching someone do something.”

— Houston Mathews, Co-president, Chemistry Club

“They should join it just to see exactly how important buildings are around us and actually how significant they are in the design process as well.”

— Jedzy Gutierrez, Member, College of the Desert Architecture Club (CODAC)

What’s next

Students interested in joining a club at College of the Desert can visit the school's website to learn more about the various organizations and how to get involved.

The takeaway

College of the Desert's Spring Club Rush provides an invaluable opportunity for students to explore diverse extracurricular interests, build community, and enhance their overall college experience beyond the classroom.