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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AND CLUBS

Some of the 2005-06 SGA OfficersCocurricular organizations and clubs are recognized as an integral part of the total educational program of Calhoun Community College. Students are encouraged to participate in organizations and clubs in order to share their talents and ideas with classmates and college staff, to influence positively the total college program, to enhance personal skills through leadership experiences, and to enjoy a fuller social life through contacts made in cocurricular activities. (Also see Student Activities)

Organizations:

  • Student Government Association (See the SGA website)- Represents student views to the college administration and coordinates and carries out the Student Activities Program. Officers and two senators are elected in May. Eight senators are elected in September. Petitions to run for SGA may be acquired from the Student Activities Facilitator or SGA office. The SGA President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer receive a tuition scholarship for the academic year. Calhoun Community College encourages student participation in institutional decision-making. The Student Government Association represents student views to the college administration through representation on the College Council, College Cabinet, Discipline Committee, Parking/Traffic Appeals Committee, as well as other special appointments. Sponsor--Kelly Hovater, Student Activities Facilitator, Chasteen Student Center, (256) 306-2640.
  • Warhawk Herald- Students plan, write, lay out, and distribute a newspaper twice a semester. Reporters, photographers, and hard workers are all welcome. Sponsor - Jack Barham, (256) 306-2723. Meets: A two credit hour class, meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 - 1:20 p.m.
  • Warhawk Hosts and Hostesses (See the Warhawks website) - The Warhawks are Calhoun's official student hosts and hostesses. They represent the college at official functions, give campus tours, host student and faculty receptions, represent Calhoun Community College at various high school programs, and lots of other exciting activities. It's a great way to meet other students, faculty and administrators, and become involved in student activities. Some of the requirements for being a Warhawk are a positive attitude, a minimum GPA of 2.5, and nine hours. Applications may be acquired online by visiting the Warhawks website. Sponsor - Janet Kincherlow-Martin, (256) 306-2561.

Clubs:

  • 2CTV–Calhoun Campus Television (2CTV) is a campus-only television station that provides news, sports, weather, entertainment,announcements and other programs of interest to Calhoun’s students, staff, faculty and administrators. The station is operated by and serves as a real world laboratory for students in Television Production, Filmmaking and Mass Communications classes. 2CTV is displayed on dedicated viewing stations located throughout the campus and may also be received on any TV on the Calhoun Cable Television System. Suggestions for programming are encouraged and may be made by calling the 2CTV office at 306-2967.
  • Allied Health Students Association - gives students in the fields of Allied Health a chance to meet, form new friendships, and learn more about the fields of Allied Health. Sponsor - Grant Wilson, (256) 306-2950. Health Sciences Center, Meets: TBA.
  • Black Students' Alliance Club (See the BSA website)  - A one-of-a-kind group open to all students who want to get to know other students, talk about/plan activities, resolve questions or issues pertaining to Black students, respond to campus and community concerns, and enjoycollege life together. Sponsor - Mrs. Pamela Little (256) 306-2633; email: pdh@calhoun.edu. Chasteen Student Center. Meets: TBA.
  • Calhoun Christian Fellowship (also known as Baptist Campus Ministries) (See the CCF website)  - Calhoun Christian Fellowship is a group of students from Calhoun Community College, who meet weekly to fellowship with one another. Their goal is to help each others grow in their relationship with Christ, and help lead others to Him. Formally supported by Baptist Campus Ministries, but CCF is not just for the Baptist denomination. Many activities throughout the school year...mission trips, retreats and conferences. President - Jesse Carpenter jcarpenter1216@calhoun.edu.
  • Criminal Justice Club - This club is primarily for students who are majoring in one of the Criminal Justice degrees, but is open to anyone who is interested in the field. The meetings often have guest speakers from Criminal Justice agencies. Refreshments and a meal are occasionally provided. The club annually sponsors a needy family at Christmas, has one major fund-raising event each year, participates in Spring Fest, and has an annual banquet in the Spring. There are usually one or two club-sponsored trips each year.
  • Dental Assistants Club - promotes education of dental assistant students, improves and sustains the profession, and advances the dental profession and the improvement of dental health. Sponsor - TBA (Health Sciences Center). Meets: TBA.
  • Drama Club - auxiliary to theatre program whose purpose is to foster student interest in theatre arts by attendance at off-campus theatre performances. Sponsor - William Godsey, (256) 306-2701. Harris Hall. Meets: TBA.
  • IAAP (International Association of Administrative Professionals) - IAAP's mission is to be the acknowledged, recognized leader of administrative professionals and to enhance their individual and collective value, image, competence, and influence. Sponsors - TBA. Meets at 11:00 a.m. the first Saturday of each month at Huntsville/Research Park site, Room 19.
  • Math and Chemistry Association–The purpose of the Calhoun Community College Math and Chemistry Association is: 1) To provide all science and engineering majors at Calhoun an opportunity to form camaraderie amongst each other while learning more about their chosen professions; 2) To help members gain and improve leadership abilities in the community; 3) To enhance the knowledge of science in the campus community; 4) To have fun while doing the above. Sponsor – Dr. Ben Currin (306-2832).
  • MENC (Music Club) - acquaints students with the privileges, responsibilities, and leaders of the music profession. Sponsor - Jim Crawley, (256) 306-2691. Meeting dates and times TBA.
  • Native American Club - This is a club for students who are of Native American descent or for students who are interested in learning about the varied cultures that make up the Native American Community of North America. It is dedicated to preserving Native American heritage and educating the public about Native Americans and their rich cultural heritage. Sponsors - Dawn Hale (256) 306-2630; Keith Hallmark (256) 306-2652. Meeting dates and times TBA. See links related to Native Americans:
  • Nursing Club - promotes citizenship, leadership and fellowship; encourages responsibility for maintenance of high ideals for the nursing profession; encourages future participation in professional nursing organizations. Sponsor -Debra Miller (256) 306-2796.
  • Phi Theta Kappa (See the PTK website) - Phi Theta Kappa is an international honor society. Students who meet the requirements are inducted by invitation. Newsletters announce club meetings, i.e. date place, and time. Phi Theta Kappa has many campus and community service projects throughout the year. We make involvement in community service very accessible to our members by conducting projects in each of the surrounding counties. Members are encouraged to be active in our organization so they may fellowship with peers and other chapter members and enjoy a well-rounded college experience. (E-mail: ptk@calhoun.edu); Sponsor - Karen Bright, (256) 890-4722 e-mail: kbright@calhoun.edu, Felecia Ewing (890-4798) Huntsville campus; Meeting dates and times TBA. Decatur campus meeting site, Chasteen Student Center; Huntsville/CummingsResearch Park meeting site, Room 101 D.
  • Photography Club - The Calhoun Community College Photo Club meets monthly, and features fun-filled activities for students with an interest in analog and digital photography. The club hosts special exhibits, seminars and gallery visits. Sponsor - John Davis., e-mail: jdavisphoto@yahoo.com.
  • Practical Nursing Club - Encourages responsibility, professionalism and goal achievement through promoting peer and community involvement in various projects. Also encourages mutual respect among students and faculty and welcome ideas to promote positive and realistic change for our program and profession through adequate research and representation.
  • Psychology Club - Sponsor - Kenneth Anderson, phone (256) 306-2756, e-mail: kea@calhoun.edu.
  • Sigma Kappa Delta (SKD – English)-Sigma Kappa Delta is the National English Honor Society for students in two-year colleges and was created by Sigma Tau Delta, the International English Honor Society for university students. Visit the website of Calhoun's Chapter of SKD, Theta Beta. Those who qualify are inducted by invitation. The advantages of SKD include life-long recognition for academic excellence; a chance to qualify for scholarships and to publish; the opportunity to participate in activities that celebrate theatre, art music, reading, and writing; and a chance to attend conferences both locally and nationally. Sponsors – Jill Chadwick (306-2721) and Leigh Ann Rhea (306-2940). Call for meeting times and locations.
  • Student Art Club - The purpose of the Student Artists Club is to provide a creative environment for all Calhoun students who wish to pursue, develop and utilize their artistic abilities. Sponsors - Kristine Beadle (256) 306-2703 and Kathryn Vaughn (256) 306-2695. Meetings will be held on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. in the Fine Arts Building, Decatur campus.

Forming a New Club- anyone interested in forming a new club should complete the "Official Petition for forming Organizations and Clubs" form. For more information, contact Kelly Hovater (256-306-2640), the Student Activities Facilitator in the Chasteen Student Center on the Decatur campus.

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