Orphan Clubs

Orphan Clubs are old TDSA clubs that no longer have executives running the club. These clubs are available for any student to adopt and make their own! Come to the TDSA office or email the Vice President of Campus Life, Avica Singh, for more information!
Below is a list of orphan clubs and their most recent club descriptions!

Trent Durham Tamil Association

The purpose of the club is to present and promote the Tamil culture and heritage among students at Trent University. This would also help the Trent Durham community gain more knowledge on Tamil culture and traditions.

Jam Session

Jam Sessions is a club that provided a stress free environment to play or listen to music of any variety. Members are free to bring in their own instruments or sing along or just listen.

Trent Durham Philosophy Society

The Trent Durham Philosophy Society (TDPS), or 'Philosophy club', is a student organization aimed at promotion philosophy as an activity of general importance and interest to the students and faculty of the Trent Durham Community.

Pride Club

Welcome to Trent Durham Pride, an inclusive LGBTQ* pride club dedicated to promoting LGBTQ* issues and perspective on the Durham campus.

Theatre Trent

Theatre Trent is a dedicated and passionate group revolving around all things theatre! All levels of experience are welcome to join our fabulous family!

African Black Caribbean Club

Trent ABC's club offers a space for students of all different backgrounds to explore and express their own personal cultural backgrounds. The new executives this year have many exciting ideas on the shape of the club and are looking forward to creating a more vibrant diverse campus culture.

Durham Indigenous Students Circle

This year we expect to be petitioning Trent to augment the Indigenous Education courses that are offered at the Durham Campus: currently there is a solitary (half credit ) INDG class. Trent is known as a university that touts Indigenous studies and the Durham campus is not meeting student's expectations. It is time to do what is right and provide an appropriate curriculum.

Trent English Student Society of Oshawa

TESSO is a student lead organization for English students at Trent Durham to connect, get involved with the English community, and express their love for literature.

Trent Durham Women's Support Group

The Trent Durham Women’s Support Group is dedicated to providing support towards women and members of the LGBTQ+ community on campus. We host feminist themed events, with our High Tea Hangouts providing time for students to relax and get to know each other in a safe space. We host fundraisers for feminist non-profits in the fall and winter semesters and we welcome all students to participate and help support some great causes.

The Gameroom Club

The Game Room welcomes students to take a few hours of their day to play! Students are welcome to bring their own board games and consoles, or play one of ours. We often hold competitions or events so join the fun today!

Trent History in Community Club's (THICC)

The Trent History in Community Club's (THICC) goal is to foster an environment where both students and staff can engage in academic discussions about an array of historical facts and related material, from papers and research to movies and more, ranging from Western and Eastern history to African history as well from the classical era and beyond. We offer both academic assistance and fun events throughout the academic school year, so come and see what THICC is all about!

Trent Gainz

Trent Gainz looked to create a safe and inclusive environment where Trent students could explore the world of fitness and establish long term goals with work out partners to help them meet those goals. The mortal enemy of the freshmen fifteen, Gainz looked to increase health and energy during those long winter months!

Trent Durham Improv

Trent Durham Improv is a club that uses improv games to encourage quick thinking, develop public-speaking skills, and have a whole lot of fun! Anyone looking for a low-obligation, friendly environment to make friends and kick back are welcome to drop in.

Trent Foosball Club

An open and semi-competitive club for the recreational play of the world renowned party sport. This club welcomes players of all levels from beginner to intermediate.

Open Studio

Open Studio is all inclusive visual arts club that provides stress relief and enjoyment to the students at Trent Durham. We focus on mutual improvement, and provide experience with new mediums and techniques, in a warm and relaxing environment.

Trent Knitting Club

The Knitting Club provides a safe and accessible space for knitters of all skill levels to come and practice their skills and to learn new ones. Meetings are often accompanied with Netflix viewings and snacks!

Trent Vegan Society

The Trent Vegan Society is a group of people interested in practicing and sharing a lifestyle that reduces harm to Animals. The Trent Vegan Society seeks to educate others of the benefits of living a vegan lifestyle. The Vegan Society holds various events throughout the year that helps bring people together and raise money for animals in need. Keep your eyes out for posters around the school regarding events and information

Writer's Block

Trent Durham Writer's Block is dedicated to creative writing and peer feedback. At the Writer's Block, students are encouraged to submit their work-in-progress pieces of prose or poetry for fellow members to provide critical insight and suggestions for their pieces, as well as the opportunity to critique others' submitted works.