Miami Dade College

Hialeah Campus

Welcome to Student Life

Student Life at Miami Dade College is where leadership, connection, and campus culture come to life. With each campus offering a unique and vibrant community, there's something for everyone, whether you're looking to join a student organization, attend engaging events, build your leadership skills, or give back through service. Student Life is also your one-stop hub for getting connected on campus!

Visit the Student Life office to:

  • Get your student ID card (MDCard)
  • Explore student organizations and apply to start your own
  • View upcoming events and activities calendars
  • Participate in intramurals and recreational programs

Can't find an organization that matches your interests? Not a problem! You can start your own! Student Life empowers you to shape your college experience in meaningful and memorable ways. Get started by visiting your campus Student Life page at SharkNet, our student organization portal. There, you can find information and forms, register for upcoming events, create a profile, join organizations, track your service hours, and build your co-curricular transcript.

Get involved. Stay connected. Make your mark.

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Student Organizations

The purpose of this club is to promote the appreciation and discussion of literature as well as to bring students with a passion for reading together.

President:Christopher Monzon
Advisor:Professor:Dorienne Lewis

Dive into creative conversations, share your thoughts, and build your storytelling skills with a fun, passionate community, whether you’re podcast pro or a curious beginner, you will find your voice here. Make new friends, learn new skills, and let your ideas be heard.

President:Christopher Monzon
Advisor:Professor:Dorienne Lewis

ECO! For Environmental Sustainability is a student organization whose mission is to highlight the importance of sustainability, environmental issues, and biological diversity while educating members and others about the function of natural ecosystems and their intrinsic value. Through leadership and active volunteerism, students will gain a profound understanding of why interconnection and earth literacy is vital.

President:Samar Dukmak
Advisor:Professor Yaelis Rivas De La Vega

SharkNet

The purpose of this organization is to get more MDC students involved in Pickleball. It is also a beneficial resource for students who already engage in this sport to make connections.

President:Evan Gonzalez
Advisor:Nelson Magana

SharkNet

Golden Flame’s purpose is to show the fun and excitement of the E-sport Communities. We will be able to connect in a professional and recreational environment. It can be an opportunity for those who have always dreamed about being part of a pro-player team. Anyone can join and enhance their skills in the game of their choice. The pro-player teams must be able to compete in tournaments and attend professional events.

President:Britany Rostran
Advisor:Cecilia Arce Perez

Our organization empowers pre-health majors to excel by providing tailored resources, networking opportunities, and professional development experiences. We focus in enhancing resumes and maximizing preparation, guiding members towards achieving their dream health programs and careers with confidence and distinction.

President:Samantha Arraez Pinto

Advisor
Dr. Evelyn Falcon

SharkNet

The purpose of the Sharkettes is to bridge school spirit and community engagement; our Sharkettes cheerleading club aims to promote school pride and unity, inspire enthusiasm and excitement for school events and develop athletic and performance skills.

President: Sahara Felipe

Advisor:Lucia Mejia-Caballero

SharkNet

Sharkseros is a club where students can come along and dance salsa as well as learn about the world of salsa dancing and the different levels it holds. It’s all about enjoying the rhythm, connecting with others, and immersing yourself in the lively atmosphere. Get ready to move your feet and have a great time!

President: Valerie Cuartas

Advisor:Christina Sudduth

SharkNet

Over the Net is established for the purpose of bringing together people who share a common appreciation of the sport table tennis.

President: Bryan Zaldivar

Advisor:Jacob Shilts

SharkNet

The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa - Beta Pi Theta Chapter shall be to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students. To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa shall provide opportunity for the development of leadership and service, for an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, for lively fellowship for scholars, and for stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence.

President: Lazaro Torres

Advisor:Professor Kelly Kennedy

SharkNet

The purpose of the Rhythm Lounge is to allow people to enjoy music and express themselves in a safe environment. It’s also meant as a place to help students who want to take a music class that is not history, but performance based.

President: Mia Ramirez

Advisor:Joel Ramirez

We provide all SCHOLARS (Service-Centered, Holistic Opportunities for Learning, Achievement, Retention and Success) participants with a mentor as a way to ease their transition from high school to college.

Advisor:Dr. Manuel Rosa

The purpose of this soccer organization is to connect students through sports, fostering physical activity, competition and camaraderie. By providing a structured environment for soccer, we aim to promote teamwork, self-improvement, and fun for all participants.

President: Gabriel Gonzalez

Advisor:Gabriel Hernandez

SharkNet

SHPE changes lives by empowering the Hispanic community to realize its fullest potential and to impact the world through STEM awareness, access, support and development.

President: Cesar Roque

Advisor:Professor Rodolfo Cruz

SharkNet

The Student Government Association (SGA) is the voice of the student body and represents students’ interests and concerns to the campus leadership. Through Student Government, students build leadership, organizational and communication skills. They also have the opportunity to represent the student body in campus, college, and statewide meetings.

President: Janiel Ojeda Barreras

Advisor:Jordan Chang

SharkNet

Tabletop and Gaming Club was established to bring together people who share a common appreciation of physical and digital gaming. Our goal is to deliver overall entertainment for both the viewer and players and encourage teamwork and sportsmanship to all members. And we teach that by enjoying the thing we enjoy most: Games!

President: Paul Flores

Advisor:Yane Nemeroff

SharkNet

Tendai Kaisho is a student organization that celebrates the appreciation of different aspects of anime, manga, video games, comics, and Asian heritage by promoting diversity and raising cultural awareness through community service.

President: Jonathan Esteve

Advisor:Professor Victor Calderin

SharkNet

Tendai Kaisho is a student organization that celebrates the appreciation of different aspects of anime, manga, video games, comics, and Asian heritage by promoting diversity and raising cultural awareness through community service.

President: Jahir Bailey

Advisor:Yuni Oyarzabal

SharkNet

Student Government Association (SGA)

The Student Government Association (SGA) is the voice of the student body and represents students' interests and concerns to the campus leadership. Through Student Government, students build leadership, organizational and communication skills. They also have the opportunity to represent the student body in campus, college, and statewide meetings.

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Student Publications

  • The Reporter Student Newspaper

    The Reporter is the student newspaper at Miami Dade College. All content is produced by MDC students. The Reporter is a public forum of expression.

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    Café Cultura

    Evoking the atmosphere of literary cafes and the coffee culture of Hialeah, Café Cultura is an award winning arts magazine which showcases the creative talents of Hialeah Campus students.

    Advisor: Victor Calderin
    Phone: (305) 237-8764
    Email: vcalderi@mdc.edu

    Advisor: Ivonne Lamazares
    Phone: (305) 237-8764
    Email: ilamaza1@mdc.edu