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Billiards and Recreation of Ripon (BAR)
Billiards and Recreations of Ripon is a student organization which allows for friendly, competitive participation in various games. The competition is geared toward building skill levels and helping those who are not familiar with these games to try them out. The BAR hosts tournaments in billiards, table soccer, chess, air hockey, darts, bowling, cribbage, ping pong and Euchre/spades. These tournaments will allow the winners to go on to the ACUI Region 8 Recreation Tournament. The BAR also runs tournaments if there is interest shown. This organization is for anyone looking to have a good time, meet people and enjoy friendly competition.

Chef's Anonymous

Forensics

The Ripon College Forensics Team was started in 1913 by Professor of Speech E.R. Nichols with the founding of the national speech and debate honorary society Pi Kappa Delta. The team performs at the highest levels of collegiate forensics and competes at the district and national tournaments of the American Forensic Association (AFA), in addition to other regional and national invitational tournaments, including the Mid-America Forensic League (MAFL) and the National Forensic Association (NFA).
FORCE (Future of Ripon College Excellence)

International Relations Club

This club provides an outlet to study international and national security issues in order to increase awareness and insight in an ever changing world.

Mixed Martial Arts Club

The Mixed Martial Arts Club is a compilation of individuals with various martial arts backgrounds from beginners to black belts.  The club meets twice a week to explore various martial arts from around the world including Tae Kwon Do, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jujitsu to name just a few.  They emphasize both the study of the art and the practical application of the techniques for self-defense.  The club is open to everybody.  Martial Arts is truly exercise that can save your life! 

Paintball Club

Red Hawks Dance Team
The Red Hawks Dance Team is a group of dedicated students whose purpose is to present a positive Ripon College image by promoting school spirit and good sportsmanship. Performances include half times at football and basketball games, Springfest and other school- and community-sponsored activities. Their performances integrate different dance styles including jazz, funk, hip-hop and pom moves. Tryouts are held at the beginning of each semester.
Ripon College Cheer and Stunt Squad
The Ripon College Cheer and Stunt Squad promotes school spirit, provides support of athletics and gives an overall sense of pride in the Ripon College community and to Ripon College athletics. We are present at selected football games and Men’s and Women’s basketball games, where we perform a variety of cheers and stunts. Tryout for the Ripon College Cheer and Stunt Squad are held in the fall of each school year. Both women and men are encouraged to attend.
Ripon Outdoors Club (ROC)
ROC is an outdoor activity group that promotes safe and environmentally sound recreation practices. The organization provides students opportunities for active participation in the outdoors, including skiing, snowboarding, camping, rock climbing, hiking and much more!

rRRUMBA (ballroom dance)

 

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