Beyond the classroom at Kelley, you'll find opportunities to build rewarding friendships, create lasting professional connections, and enjoy the simple pleasures of living in Bloomington, Indiana. Broaden your Kelley MBA experience with clubs and organizations that welcome you to a vibrant, inclusive community.
Create moments of connection, balance, and community with Kelley MBA clubs
The MBA Association: Your gateway to involvement
Launch your Kelley journey by joining the MBA Association. More than 99% of Kelley MBAs are members because they recognize the potential to:
- Gain friendships that build momentum for your future
- Collaborate with MBA administration on impactful goals
- Dive deep into leadership roles as confidence-building opportunities
- Enrich Kelley student life as an advocate for what matters
- Shape Kelley values and vision, now and for the future
The MBAA leadership team:
- President: James Olk
- Executive VP: Luis Sanchez
- VP Globalization & Inclusion: Silvana Alba
- VP Corporate & Alumni Relations: Aakriti Goyal
- VP Marketing: Durga Bhure
- VP Finance: Sam Chukwudieze
- VP Student Life: Rohit Maharaj
Explore the variety of MBA clubs that enhance your Kelley experience
Plan your participation in MBA clubs and organizations around your interests, professional goals, or needs:
- Professional clubs connect you with employers, offer workshops and industry events, and build your confidence for interviews.
- Affinity clubs champion inclusion and diversity, expand your perspective, and offer support to MBA partners and kids.
- Interest clubs provide opportunities to enjoy your time in Bloomington, relax with friends, and learn something new.
Professional clubs
The Adam Smith Society focuses on fostering an environment where students and business professionals can discuss the contributions of the free market to advance human flourishing and opportunity for all.
EVENTS
- Socials
- Speakers
- Market talks
Zac Felty
President
The Consulting Club aids students who wish to build their careers in consulting. Members are invited to attend workshops that target networking, interview preparation, and overall professional development. By providing an avenue to connect with a vast network of alumni, industry professionals, and faculty, the Consulting Club prepares future consultants for what lies ahead.
EVENTS
- Casing super weeks
- Speed Casing Night
- Mock interview workshops
- Case competition support
- Internship consulting panel
- Alumni consulting panel
- Group casing events
- Non-consulting Academy casing
Nishad Joshi
President
Data & Operations Club is a resourceful community for students from various backgrounds who want to develop their supply chain, operations, and data analytics skillset; build professional relationships; access the latest industry trends; and maximize recruiting preparation. We also strive to equip members with the knowledge, tools, and exposure to emerging trends and best practices in sports analytics.
EVENTS
- Recruiting informational sessions
- Case/simulation competitions
- Behavioral/case mock interviews
- Data analytics workshops
- Data Jam Competition
- Panel discussions with alumni/industry experts
- Guidance on professional certifications
- Operations & supply chain conference
Ayush Agrawal
President
The Healthcare Club equips future business leaders with the tools and knowledge necessary to improve the healthcare ecosystem by providing a diverse platform of opportunities and activities for students to connect with industry leaders, learn the business of healthcare, and build a successful career in the different domains of the healthcare industry.
EVENTS
- Industry education
- Guest panels and networking
- Healthcare industry trek
- Case competitions
- Fitness events (rock climbing and biking)
Rex Rumsey
President
The Investment & Strategic Finance Club at Kelley supports students who aim to build their financial and investment acumen. Members are immersed in networking events, workshops, and speaker series that focus on professional development and interview preparation. Through various immersion opportunities, the Investment Club prepares future investment and corporate finance professionals for their careers.
EVENTS
- Sterling Fund
- Investment competitions
- Market updates at Kelley
- Professional workshops
- Speaker series discussion
- Networking nights
- Social events
Md Tanvir Ahmed
President
The Kelley Marketing Club (KMC) is a student-run organization that helps strengthen Kelley marketers outside the classroom. The club provides students with opportunities to interact with other students, alumni, faculty, and marketing leaders across a wide range of industries. The club helps facilitate professional development and preparation for on- and off-campus networking and interviewing, while also providing social networking opportunities.
EVENTS
- Interview case workshops
- Marketing leader speaker series
- Power of Brand tasting challenge
- Combined social events
Mitchell Horne
President
Net Impact is a powerful and influential network of more than 10,000 MBA students and professionals committed to using the power of business to improve the world. Here at Kelley, our mission is to foster an engaged and thoughtful community of leaders committed to advancing social and environmental impact—on campus and beyond.
EVENTS
- Case competitions
- Speaker series
- Board Fellows program
- Net Impact Annual Conference
Aishwarya Sahoo
President
The Tech Club aims to make Kelley a program of choice for tech employers by empowering students to identify the right post-MBA opportunities and by building well-rounded future leaders through professional and technical workshops.
EVENTS
- Tech trivia, arcade game nights
- Interview and PM casing workshops
- Skill development (resume, TMAY for tech)
- Speaker-led sessions on industry trends
- Socials with Kelley alumni in tech
Nikhil Ravi
President
Affinity clubs
Our primary mission is to highlight and promote the growing business and economic opportunities and the cultural diversity on the African continent within our Kelley community. We also aim to expand Kelley's network within Africa and ensure sustained African representation within the Kelley MBA Program. We welcome you to join us as we explore doing business in Africa, embracing our African heritage, and showcasing the rich cultural diversity through our activities.
EVENTS
- Annual Africa business week
- Akwaaba Night
- December in Africa tour
Oyin Falujo
President
The Asian MBA Association (AMBAA) represents all students of Asian descent at Kelley. AMBAA emphasizes diversity, community involvement, cross-cultural interaction, and career success. It facilitates further engagement of diverse cultures and supports professional development through various professional and social initiatives. We are equally dedicated to building bridges to alumni to maximize the power of the AMBAA alumni network.
EVENTS
- Kelley Cultural Night
- Spring BBQ party
- Asian alumni panel
- Diwali celebration charity
- Lunar New Year celebration
Aki Kiyomiya
President
The Black MBA Association (BMBAA) offers a supportive academic and social community for Black students at Kelley and provides opportunities and events that encourage the professional development, cultural enrichment, and social interaction of its members. The BMBAA and its members are committed to increasing the number of Black MBA candidates at Kelley, promoting cultural awareness across the greater Kelley community, and providing resources to help prepare and develop the next generation of business leaders.
EVENTS
- Annual volunteer activity
- MBA Top Chef
- National Black MBA Association Conference
Kiera Jefferson
President
The Jewish Association of MBAs (JAMBA) is committed to creating an inclusive and friendly Jewish community within Kelley and on the IU campus as a whole. By sponsoring philanthropic, social, and educational activities, we encourage participants to build lasting relationships between students of all cultures and faiths. Our goals are to be a welcoming place to learn and be a part of the Jewish community at Kelley and into the future, whether you’re Jewish or not.
EVENTS
- Shabbat dinners
- Passover Seders
- Jewish foods cooking classes
- Dreidel competition
- “Creating Allies” brunch
Oren Steiner
President
Kelley Women in Business (MBA chapter) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment to help women successfully integrate into Kelley, grow into their skills, and connect with like-minded peers. We provide opportunities for incoming, current, and past Kelley Women to continuously develop their leadership skills regardless of where they are on their professional path.
EVENTS
- Kelley faculty auction
- Women in Industry speaker series/panels
- Summer mentorship and resume prep
- Women’s Business Forum
- Galentine’s Day
- Monthly coffee chats
- Women’s Welcome Brunch
Emily Meyer
Co-President
Ishna Sachar
Co-President
The Latino MBA Association (LMBAA) is a student-run organization committed to offering academic, professional, and social support for Latinx students at Kelley. Our goal is to support and empower our members to achieve full potential to become leaders of both business and community. We welcome anyone who would like to be a part of our family and look forward to helping you find a place at Kelley and in the business world moving forward.
Conexión Latina 2024!
EVENTS
- Food festival celebration
- Zoom session with incoming class AMA
- Networking sessions with Latinx speakers/alumni
- Fiesta Latina (LHM)
- HH with alumni working in Latin countries
Juan Pablo Ballen
President
Out@Kelley is dedicated to fostering diversity and the inclusion of LGBTQ+ leaders in both the workplace and community. Through a variety of social, networking, and professional development activities, Out@Kelley seeks to provide a network for LGBTQ+ students and allies to engage with at Kelley and IU, to serve as a forum to discuss LGBTQ+ issues in business and society, and to interact with diversity initiatives.
EVENTS
- B2S car wash & charity mixer
- Alumni speaker series
- Film series
- Bloomington PrideFest
- Reaching Out MBA Conference
- The Comedy Attic
- The Back Door End-Of-Year Bash
Drew Schimmele
President
A club for those supporting the moments that give way to momentum. We are spouses, partners, and children of MBA students, coming together to create community, connectedness, and an overall sense of belonging. We are the Kelley family! We stand behind these MBAs to support them, encourage their journey, watch them grow, and celebrate their successes. We also recognize our own journeys and together seek the momentum these moments hold for us.
EVENTS
- Happy hours, winery visits, crafts, music
- Cookout, hiking, boating, pool days
- Holiday parties, trips, playdates
- Shows, games, skating, tailgating, bowling
Dustin Klein
President
The Veterans Club’s mission is to provide Kelley MBA veterans, domestic and international, with the opportunity to connect and assist each other with professional development, raise awareness about military skills and values among the Kelley community, and support the Kelley MBA admissions office to promote the value of the program to prospective veteran students.
EVENTS
- Veterans Club ice breaker
- MBA veterans conference preparation
- Veterans Day party
- Volunteer opportunities
- Corporate veteran speakers and panels
Nick Hagen
President
Interest clubs
The Beer Club at Kelley aims to educate and enhance members’ knowledge of the craft beer industry. The KBC considers the operations, marketing, and financial impacts of the small businesses involved and the unique challenges that face them. To further the understanding and appreciation of beer, the club organizes social events such as beer tasting, brewery tours, beer Olympics, and other club partnerships. Whether you casually enjoy a pint or consider yourself a seasoned expert, we’ll have something everyone can enjoy.
EVENTS
- Oktoberfest
- Brewery tours
- Local brew lessons
- Joint club events
- Group meetups and outings
Peter Varanasi
President
Food brings people together, and our goal with the food club is to use food as a reason to gather, connect, celebrate, learn, and provide comfort. We’ll create opportunities to not only enjoy the best local eats Bloomington has to offer, but also learn from our peers how to create the dishes that have brought them the most joy.
EVENTS
- Restaurant visits
- Top Chef–Kelley Cup
- Cookouts
- Bake-offs
- Cooking classes
- Food drive
Nishtha Sehgal
President
The Golf Club promotes appreciation for the great game of golf through participation in various events hosted/co-hosted by the club. Golf is a powerful platform for building camaraderie amongst participants, and the club seeks to organize exciting events for Kelley MBAs who are interested in golf.
EVENTS
- Fall and spring golf outings
- Range Days for all skills
- PGA watch & social events
Jack Dieber
President
The Outdoor Club aims to make Kelley an inclusive, fun program that encourages people to network with their peers in a stress-reducing, healthy, and fun way. Through these efforts, Outdoor Club will build a network of Kelleys that are connected and well-rounded future leaders.
EVENTS
- Monthly hikes
- Water sports
- Kelley ski trip
- Bonfire outings
- Pickleball tournaments
- Ice skating
Brooks Gill
President
The Real Estate Club aids MBA students interested in real estate careers and opportunities. Members are invited to attend networking nights, career workshops, interview preparation, personal real estate workshops, and fun co-club events. The club helps to provide a better understanding of career opportunities across the real estate industry, including several companies that recruit at Kelley.
EVENTS
- Alumni panels & networking nights
- Personal real estate learning
- Career case workshops led by alumni
- Social events and golf outings
Brian Parks
President
Is soccer your passion? Meet MBA students from diverse cultures and backgrounds in the Soccer Club at Kelley. Whether you love to play yourself or you want to get together and watch a game, you’re invited to share our excitement for the game. Students of all skill sets are welcome to play in regular pickup games or get together for watch parties and FIFA tournaments.
EVENTS
- Pickup matches: outdoor, indoor, and futsal
- Watch parties
- FIFA tournaments
- Fantasy Premier League
Shagun Chauhan
President
Public speaking is one of the top ranked fears of adults, yet it is a necessary skill to succeed in the MBA program and in business. Toastmasters is here to help you practice your speaking in a comfortable, relaxed, and safe setting. Whether you are a native or nonnative English speaker or comfortable speaking in front of a group or terrified, we are here to help you grow in your ability to communicate your story professionally and comfortably.
EVENTS
- Interactive programs focused on various areas of presenting
- Visits to the Comedy Attic
Amit Garg
President
We are about building community: We are a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable participating. We want to make wine more accessible to everyone in the club. Wine Club allows students to enjoy wine and gives them an opportunity to meet fellow classmates in a fun environment. Members will also get the opportunity to participate in wine education through tastings, seminars, and other events.
EVENTS
- Oliver Winery wine tasting
- Wine and cheese festival
- Wine tasting basics
- How to pick a good wine
- Wine and chocolate pairing Valentine's Day event
- White elephant wine exchange
Vy Tran
President
Search for more clubs at MBA Association, regularly updated to include newly formed clubs.
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Diversity is woven into Kelley MBA culture
Celebrate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of Kelley MBAs at an annual club event showcasing our community.
Get to know peers outside of the classroom
Members of the Food Club relax at a local restaurant.
Members of the Soccer Club take a break.
Why Kelley?
When you get involved at Kelley, you’ll create deep connections that transform your business education.
Simple connections build momentum: A Kelley meets you for coffee. Classmates become your study group. Club members share your interests and excitement. All of these build your Kelley network and a lifetime of career momentum.
Want to see where it begins? Take a virtual tour of the Godfrey Center, home to the Kelley Full-Time +Flex MBA Program, and see the favorite spaces where Kelley MBAs create community.
Did you know?
Beyond Kelley’s organizations, Indiana University—a Big Ten school—offers more than 750 student organizations and activities to get involved in.