Student Organizations
Grow by getting involved!
Getting involved on campus is a proven way to enhance your learning, support your academic success, and prepare yourself for life after college. Through involvement in student clubs and organizations, you can develop valuable skills that will support your future success in your career or profession . . . and in life.Students have the opportunity to participate in and develop leadership skills through involvement in a number of campus organizations and interest groups. Students who want to form a new club or interest group may subm
it a proposal for approval and possible funding through the Dean of Students.
Don't miss Club Rush --an annual event that starts off the academic year by giving students an opportunity to meet members and advisors from SCC's student organizations and learn about the purpose and activities of these groups. You can find out how to get involved and sign up to receive information about club meetings and upcoming events.
@sk Library Club
Students with literary interests or who simply love to read will enjoy involvement in this advisory group for the Library. Contact Kaye Peterson for more information.
Alpha Chi National Honor Society
Alpha Chi is a national college honor society that admits the top 10% of SCC's juniors, seniors, and graduate students from all academic disciplines. Membership is by invitation. St. Catharine College will induct its charter members in the 2010-11 year. AX has chapters on 300 college campuses and inducts more than 11,000 members across the nation annually. Contact Dr. Monica Unseld or Jim Silliman, advisors, or visit for more information
Alpha Phi Omega Interest Group
Alpha Phi Omega is an interest group working to gain a charter as a chapter of the national co-ed service fraternity, Alpha Phi Omega www.apo.org. APO has chapters on 350 college campuses and provides opportunities for students to engage in fellowship, leadership, and service. Contact Huston Brown, advisor, for more information.
Campus Ministry
The Campus Ministry Program strives to enhance the academic program by providing students with opportunities to grow spiritually, academically, culturally and to develop a sense of responsibility for themselves and a just society. Contact Mary Sue Barnett, Campus Minister, for more information.
Criminal Justice Club
A student organization for Criminal Justice majors or those with interest in the area. Contact Dr. Harry Toder for more information.
Drama Club/SCC Players
Interested in acting or helping to produce student productions? General interest in drama, theatre? Love improv? Contact Sr. Angie Shaughnessy.
Education Club--KEA-SP
A preprofessional organization for students preparing for careers in education, KEA-SP is affiliated with the Kentucky Education Association. Contact Mary Jones or Misty Kehm, president, for more information.
Environmental Club "Green Hands"
An organization for students with majors related to or interest in environmental issues. Contact Dr. Monica Unseld for more information.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
SCC has a local "huddle" of the largest Christian sports organization in the U.S. Visit the national organization website at www.fca.org/ If you are an athlete or have general interest in sports, contact Mary Sue Barnett.
Fine Arts Club
Students interested in music and studio arts should contact Bettye Brookfield for information on the Fine Arts Club--student art projects, exhibits, gallery visits, guest artists and musicians, ensembles, and more.
Health Occupations Students of America
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) is a national organization endorsed by the the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Technology Education Division of ACTE. HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. HOSA's goal is to encourage all health occupations instructors and students to join and be actively involved in the HSTE-HOSA Partnership. Contact Dawn McNeil , advisor, or Brittany Moquin, president, for more information.
Marketing & Business Club
This organization is for marketing & business majors, or for those with an interest in these areas. Want to learn more? Contact Dr. Steve Walker, advisor, or Paige Hassman, president.
Outdoors Club
Enjoy hiking, camping, spelunking (exploring caves), sailing, or other outdoor pursuits? Contact Clay D'Lugos for more information.
Phi Theta Kappa
This honor society recognizes academic achievement and provides opportunities for growth and development through participation in honors, leadership, service and fellowship programming. Visit the national organization website at www.ptk.org/about/ For more information about Phi Theta Kappa at SCC, contact Wayne Hutchings. President for 2010-11 is Amy Jaglowicz.
Psychology Club
A student organization for Psychology majors and those with interest in careers in psychology. For more information, contact Krista Rumage.
Residence Hall Council
This governance group is made up of students living in the residence halls. Its purpose is to advocate for resident students and to plan programs for the residence halls. Contact Jon Aydt or Stephanie Pollitt for more information. Ste'Vesha "Kookie" Harris, president.
STARS--Students Together Accessing Resources and Services
An SCC student organization for all students, with a particular emphasis on those students who are above traditional-age or, for whatever reason, consider themselves non-traditional (e.g., have children, commute). Contact Don Filiatreau or Sr. Regina McCarthy for more information. Or e-mail Priscilla Lee, President.
Student Activities Board
A student organization that plans and implements a wide range of activities for students. For more information, contact Clay D'Lugos or Bryan Allan.
Student Ambassadors
The Student Ambassador Program is a student organization affiliated with the Admissions Office through which student leaders participate in campus orientation days and tours, community events, campus student and alumni events, and other special activities. Contact Ashley Carey or Lauren Bradshaw in Admissions for more information.
Student Government Association (SGA)
The Student Government Association (SGA) acts as the official representative of the student body in college affairs. SGA works to promote a spirit of unity and cooperation throughout the college community. The student government appoints student members to several College standing committees, and the President of the SGA serves as a voting member of the St. Catharine College Board of Trustees. Contact Student Senate President, Chris Mattingly, or Dr. Vicki Guthrie, Dean of Students, for more information. The SGA Office is in Hamilton Hall, room #103, x1295. For more information, see the SGA webpage.
Student Newspaper--Patriot Pages
Interested in writing for the student newspaper at SCC? Photography skills? Talent in design or layout? Contact Dr. Vicki Guthrie or Laura Satterly. Editor in chief for 2010-11 is Amanda Cunningham.
Student Orientation Staff (SOS)
Student leaders assist SCC staff in welcoming new students to St. Catharine College through the Summer Transition, Advising, and Registration (STAR) program each summer. SOSers play a vital role in this orientation program and help to get freshmen off on the right foot at SCC. SOSers also assist in the Fall Orientation program just prior to move-in for the fall semester. Contact Ashley Carey or Lauren Bradshaw in Admissions for more information. Megan Metcalf & Amanda Knopp are student co-chairs.
