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Women in Computing
This organization is focused on the support and promotion of women in the Computer Science
Department by encouraging discussion and raising awareness of the issues they face. It is open to
students of all genders and fields who support women in computing and technology.

Women’s Studies Club
This club promotes awareness of women’s studies and women’s history through the use of forums,
social events, trips, etc.

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
The Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, founded at Howard University on January 16, 1920, was incorporated
under the laws of the District of Columbia on March 30, 1923. The objectives of finer womanhood,
sisterly love, and scholarship have brought together women from all parts of the world. Women
who have similar tastes and aspirations, similar potential for the highest personal attainment, and
similar desires for concerted action to improve the conditions of the African communities around
the world are the foundation of Zeta Phi Beta. The Omicron Gamma Chapter at Bowie State
University was established on April 22, 1968.

PUBLICATIONS

The Bulldog—The Bulldog is the yearbook published by the senior class. It provides maximum
opportunities for student planning and student work and serves as a history not only of the
seniors, but also of the classes and the general activities of the University.

The Spectrum—The Spectrum is the official student newspaper of the University. It is edited and
published by the Journalism Club, which is composed of students from all classifications—
freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors—and funded by the Student Government Association.

The Torch: A Journal of Student and Faculty Writings—The Torch is the official literary magazine
of the University. Published twice a year by the Creative Writing Program in the Department of
English and Modern Languages, The Torch is designed to encourage creative expression and
scholarly articles by students. The SPRING issue always includes the winning entries of the Annual
Creative Writing Contest.

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