For example: would a LGBT oriented club frown upon a heterosexual member? They consider themselves an ally. Or a person who’s not a member of the ethnic group the group celebrates?
Usually clubs welcome people of all backgrounds, not just the community they celebrate.
Thanks @guineagirl96 ! That’s what I told Barbara. :). I had googled “how many clubs should I join”? Found old thread here, consensus was ± 4. She’s interested in ethnic, religious and ability minorities.
I don’t think there is a number of clubs you must join. Unlike high school, they are not central to going to graduate school, getting a job or working. Please! Why would you join a club that doesn’t interest you?
Agree with both points above. There is not a definitive number of clubs. Join what you are interested in and be active. Don’t just join to put your name down on a list or to put it on a resume. Clubs are welcoming to everyone that has an interest. You don’t need to be a member of an ethnic group to want to learn more about it and participate.
It also depends on the time commitment of the club. Some clubs are super intense and you may only be able to do one other thing - or just it - while it’s most active. Other clubs are lighter loads. Some clubs also only last a certain period of time (like the homecoming planning committee).
Discrimination would be considered with your situation IMO, but I can understand why some clubs might be strict with non-aimed members joining them.
I honestly don’t see why it would be a bad thing if someone wanted to join any club, no matter what. It would be shocking if you get denied from joining a club because “you’re not one of us”. Certain clubs for men/women only and fraternities/sororities can be the only “passes” with anyone’s situation.