| Student Clubs & Organizations |
| Vance-Granville has a number of opportunities for
students to get involved in activities of interest. Here are some brief descriptions of some of the clubs
available, including activities, objectives, membership requirements and the
names of contact persons for those who might be interested in finding out more
about a particular group. Ambassadors The Ambassador program is an honor organization which represents VGCC in campus and community functions. Activities include orientation, Colorfest, VGCC concerts, and the annual VGCC Awards Day. The Ambassadors also make a TV commercial each year advertising VGCC for the Christmas season. The organization usually meets on a monthly basis, and at other times as needed based on upcoming events. Meetings are held in the Conference Room in Building 8. Advisor is Kay Currin ( Room 1238). Applied Technologies Club The purpose of this organization is to provide opportunities for post secondary vocational students to develop leadership and competencies in the trades. The Applied Technologies Club also will promote interest, enthusiasm and professional pride in the vocational programs at Vance-Granville Community College. The goals of the club are to: 1) to develop competent, aggressive business leadership for the vocations; 2) strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work; 3) promote quality work in the American workplace, thereby promoting the value of schooling at VGCC; 4) encourage members to participate in community projects that contribute to the improvement of the community; 5) promote a sense of striving for excellence in the VGCC Applied Technologies Program; 6) and promote trades enrollment at VGCC, hereby helping relieve the critical need for trained trades persons in the State of North Carolina. Advisors are Tomeka Moss (Room 3226) and Tom Bowen (Room 4246). Bio-Pharm Tech Club Membership is open to students engaged in Bioprocess and Pharmacy technology. Members participate in activities that promote their knowledge of the field and ability to locate career in their desired field by networking with the appropriate organization. Additional activities include community outreach and fund-raising for service projects. The club is tied to ISPE which is a not-for-profit society serving pharmaceutical manufacturing professionals. (www.ispe.org) Advisors are Joseph Tyler (Room 8102) and Brenda Harvey (Room 5237). Phi Beta Lambda The purpose and objectives of the Business Club are: 1) to promote good business education and administration for students at VGCC; 2) to develop leadership skills; 3) to create more interest in business studies through organized club activities; 4) to promote fellowship among business students; 5) to provide a smooth transition from school to work; and 6) to promote good relations between this organization and VGCC. Advisors are Carl Hann (Room 2343) and LaTonya Steele (Room 1352). Criminal Justice Club Membership in the club is open to individuals majoring in Criminal Justice and protective services programs. The goal of the club is to sponsor field trips that will promote a more complete understanding of the criminal justice system. The club is actively involved in community action and volunteer programs that assist local agencies in promoting public safety. CJC meetings will be held in Room 2341. Advisors are Tony Clark(Room 2342), Angela Gardner (Room 2343) and Andrea Ferguson (Room 2343). Drama Club Membership is open to curriculum students interested in theatre arts. The Dram Club assists with student theatre productions as well as VGCC community theatre productions. Additional activities include informal acting classes and workshops designed to provide opportunities to participate in theatre arts programs. Advisor is Betsy Henderson (Room 2107). Ecology Club The Ecology Club is a new club at VGCC whose goal is to bring together students and faculty with an interest in the earth, environment and local ecology. Through service to the local community, field trips and educational activities, we hope to bring awareness to the greater student population around current environmental and ecological events. Some activities include participating in the Big Sweep at Kerr Lake, touring Twin Oaks Intentional Community in Virginia and organizing the 2nd Annual Earth Day Festival at VGCC. Advisor is Dr. Dan Settles (Room 3261). History Club Membership is open to curriculum students interested in expanding classroom knowledge and cultural experiences. Activities supplement standard learning activities through field trips, guest lectures, movies, and social events. The club encourages and appreciation of historical experiences and provides outlets for student participation. Advisor is Joshua McKaughan (Room 3258). Phi Theta Kappa The purpose of the Alpha Sigma Chi chapter of Phi Theta Kappa is to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students. The society provides opportunity for the development of leadership and service, an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, lively fellowship for scholars, and stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence. Membership is by invitation only. Students must be enrolled in a regionally accredited institution offering an associate degree program, have completed at least 12 hours of course work leading to an associated degree, have a grade point average of 3.5 (3.75 for part-time students), and enjoy full rights of citizenship. Members are inducted during Spring Semester only and must meet all criteria at the time of induction. Advisors are Phil Mondou (Room 6144), Evelyn Hall (Room 7335), Helen Holt (Room 6141) and Maureen Walters (Room 6112). Radiography Club This club is open to students enrolled in the Radiologic Technology program, both first and second level. Its functions include fellowship between Main Campus and South Campus, planned activities, and fundraising. Because the club involves students from two class levels and two campuses, the entire club does not meet often. However, elected representatives from each level at each campus will routinely meet with the faculty advisor to represent their classes in planning functions. Meetings rotate between Main and South Campuses. Advisor is Jennifer B. Johnson (South Campus-Room G106). Student Government Association The SGA is designed to promote the general welfare of the college in a democratic fashion and to facilitate communication among the student body, the faculty, and the administration. Student government provides a means through which students can promote interest in student activities both on and off campus. One of the main bodies of the SGA is the Intramural Council, which aims to provide each student the chance to take part in individual, dual, or team sports of his or her choice. Participation in the sports is voluntary; students are invited to participate in as much of the program as interest and time permits. The council will schedule contests, furnish facilities, equipment and officials for activities in which the student body has shown sufficient interest. Representatives are elected both by department and by student organization. Meetings are held in Building 8 Conference Room, and everyone is invited to attend. For more information, contact Jasmine Hightower (2110), advisor. Student Association of Medical Assistants The purpose of SAMA is to promote the health profession of Medical Assisting and to promote health education in the four county area. Members may attend local, state, and national meetings of the American Association of Medical Assistants. Members also organize several fund raisers each year. Proceeds are used for club activities as well as to help charitable organizations in the community. The club meets monthly at the Franklin County campus. New officers are elected each year in September. The organization is open for membership to any full-time or part-time student enrolled in the Medical Assisting program or taking any of the Medical Assisting courses. Advisor is Tammy Johnson-Leach (Room F154). Student North Carolina Association of Educators This organization is open to all Teacher Assistant, Teacher Associate, and Early Childhood Associate students. Meetings are scheduled throughout the year, activities are designed to promote community service and to encourage attendance at local professional meetings and encourage enrichment activities. Meetings will occur the second Wednesday of every month at 1:30 p.m. (Room 6115) unless otherwise notified by the Advisor. Advisor is Jackie Heath (Room 6123). Contact the Student Activities Office for further information. We are located in the Building 2 (Room 8211) and can also be reached by phone at 252.738.3445 or via email hightowerj@vgcc.edu. |
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