Club Rush returned to campus on February 27 and 28, bringing together many student groups seeking to grow their membership. The event is held twice a year and offers students the chance to meet new people, find clubs that align with their interests, and further their involvement with the school. The quad was filled with decorated tables and a crowded crowd, creating an atmosphere of excitement for tons of students.

Club presidents were enthusiastic, urging students to rush their clubs as they pitched their organizations from table to table. To gain members and draw attention, most booths handed out treats and featured interesting displays during the rush.

Many clubs offered advocacy and cultural representation. Sophomore Tara Ghafourian, one of the founders of the Persian Student Union, shared what inspired her to start a club at Calabasas High School. 

“To spread awareness about what is going on in Iran and to spread more culture,” Ghafourian said. 

Ghafourian also commented on how her club’s rush went. 

Ghafourian said, “It went pretty well, we got over 100 sign-ups, we gave some Persian treats out.” 

The club president mentioned what she hopes her club will do at its meetings.

“Talking about culture, what’s going on recently with the fall of the supreme leader, we just need to talk about what’s going on more than ever,” she said. 

Many students joined clubs that will help them with their future careers and will build on their skills. 

Sophomore Dylan Marron joined the psychology and the mythology clubs. Marron explained why he joined those clubs.  

Marron said, “I joined the psychology [club] for future reference, and I joined the mythology club because I thought Greek characters were very interesting, so I decided to take part in it.”

Marron then commented on what attracted him to club rush. 

He said, “I liked the group of people and the Jolly Ranchers.”

Many of the students were lured in by the sweet-treat compensation for joining, which was meant to get them interested in the clubs’ booths and to hear the purpose of their clubs. 

“I went to most of the clubs and rushed,” 10th grader Elai Palatin shared. 

Palatin explained why he rushed clubs and whether he found interest in the topics they covered. 

Palatin said, “For the food initially, but then I stayed to listen to what the messages were for the clubs I joined, and I did find it interesting.”

Ultimately, Club Rush offered a wide range of interests and passions for students on campus. Many of the clubs at Calabasas are dedicated to raising awareness, improving academic performance, fostering student unions, and advancing student interests.