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Student Activites

Southeastern Tech recognizes the importance of organized student activities as an integral component of the total educational experience. STC is committed to the holistic development of students by providing meaningful opportunities for involvement through a variety of learning experiences which complement formal classroom education.

Students are encouraged throughout their course of study at Southeastern Tech to participate in student activities and student organizations. Through involvement in the various clubs and activities, students are provided opportunities to share interests while interacting with their peers, faculty, and staff. Student activities are designed to complement the academic experience through an array of educational, social and recreational programs. It enhances student development by providing first-hand experience in leadership, decision-making, interpersonal, organizational, planning and technology skills.

Student activities are an important component in a more satisfying and successful educational experience. Student activities programming is intended to provide opportunities for personal growth and development, academic growth and enrichment, and student involvement in the campus community. These activities range from serious to playful and include lunch and learns, student activity days, cookouts, speakers and involvement in student organizations.

REMEMBER…Get involved and have fun.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Through participation in student organizations, students acquire invaluable practical knowledge in the areas of leadership, social, recreational, team building and community outreach that allow for personal and group growth experiences.

Students are encouraged to participate in local, regional, and national organizations related to their programs of study.

The following organizations maintain campus chapters or area chapters for student membership at STC:

Students interested in organizing clubs not listed should contact the Vice President of Student Affairs.

Forestry/Wildlife Club
The Forestry/Wildlife Club was formed to promote forestry and wildlife practices and ethics. The mission of the Club is to enhance the members’ forestry and wildlife knowledge and ethical backgrounds. The club will promote the desirable character traits of responsibility, loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness, dependability, reliability, initiative, and self-discipline. All of which will be needed when making the transition from school to a career in forestry or wildlife management. The club members will work with local communities and schools on forestry and wildlife related projects.

HEROES (Having Equity, Resources and Opportunities Equals Success)
The purpose of HEROES is to promote non-traditional career opportunities for both men and women. Students are provided the moral support needed to reach their educational goals. Students are provided opportunities to develop both personally and professionally through participation in education, civic and social activities. Membership is open to any STC student who is 27 years old or older or enrolled in a non-traditional program (example: males in nursing or cosmetology; females in truck driving or electronics) or a single parent, displaced homemaker or single pregnant women.

For more information, contact:
Casandra Hardy
Room 166
538-3213
chardy@southeasterntech.edu

International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)
The International Association of Administrative Professional (IAAP) is a not-for-profit professional association with 40,000 members and affiliates and 700 chapters worldwide. The association works in partnership with employers to promote excellence. Its members include administrative assistants, executive secretaries, office coordinators, information specialists, and related administrative professionals. Many corporations, educational institutions, students, and international affiliate organizations also belong to IAAP.

What you'll gain by being an IAAP member…

Medical Assisting Club
The Medical Assisting Club promotes medical assisting as a career. Members are actively involved in patient education, clinical, and administrative duties. Members develop leadership skills, render community service, and become involved in campus life through planning and participation in events. Membership is open to all students who have been officially accepted into the Medical Assisting program.

National Technical Honor Society (NTHS)
NTHS is the acknowledged leader in the recognition of outstanding student achievement in career & technical education. The mission of the National Technical Honor Society is to honor student achievement and leadership, encourage higher scholastic achievement, cultivate a desire for personal excellence, and enhance career opportunities for top students.

A chapter of the National Technical Honor Society was established at STC to reward student achievement and encourage scholastic excellence. To qualify for membership the student must be regularly admitted to a diploma or degree program, have completed at least 35 cumulative hours, have an overall GPA of at least 3.50, and exhibit professional work ethics.

Nursing Club
The objective of the Nursing Club is to provide students with an opportunity to identify with the nursing profession and to promote excellence in the field of nursing. Members attend regional workshops, conduct social activities, provide educational programs, and sponsor fundraisers to defray the cost of various expenses related to the program. Membership is open to all students who have been officially accepted into the Practical Nursing program.

Pharmacy Technology Club
The Pharmacy Technology Club is open to all students who have been officially accepted into the Pharmacy Technology program . The goal of the Pharmacy Technology Club is to promote the practice of Pharmacy Technicians as a career, and to provide members with the opportunity to contribute to the community as well as enhance their knowledge within the field through various projects and programs. The club also helps provide funding for community needs, educational conferences, seminars, and the National Certification Test given by the National Pharmacy Technician Board. Members sponsor various fundraisers to defray the costs of various activities planned by the club.

Phi Beta Lambda (PBL)
Membership is open to all students interested in pursuing a business or business-related career. PBL membership accounts for approximately 13,000 members with 600 chapters in the United States, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

PBL members initiate business ventures, organize community service projects, attend state and national leadership conferences and participate in fundraisers. Members gain a competitive edge in the business world by interacting with local companies and their executives.

PBL uses teamwork to accomplish common personal and social goals. The purpose of PBL is to provide opportunities for students to develop vocational competencies for business and office occupations. PBL promotes a sense of civic and personal responsibility.

Radiologic Technology Club
The goal of the Radiologic Technology Club is to promote the practice of Radiologic Technology as a career, develop leadership skills for future leaders within the profession, and to enhance the quality of services provided by the Radiologic Technologist. This is achieved by encouraging students to participate and be involved in activities on campus and within the community, state, and profession. The Club also helps provide funding for educational conferences and seminars, and organizes educational activities on technological advances in imaging. Membership is open to all students who have been officially accepted to the Radiologic Technology Diploma Program.

SkillsUSA
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled work force. SkillsUSA helps each student excel. SkillsUSA mission is to help its members become world-class workers, leaders and responsible American citizens.

Students are provided quality education experiences in leadership, teamwork, citizenship, and character development. SkillsUSA programs include local, state and national competitions in which more than 5,400 students compete in 91 occupational and leadership skill areas.

For more information please contact Tony Criswell, tcriswell@southeaterntech.edu, 478-289-2235 or Tina Jernigan, tjernigan@southeaterntech.edu, 912-538-3123

Student Leadership Council
The Student Leadership Council, with representation from throughout the student body, provides a channel through which students may exhibit leadership, voice concerns, and enhance communication among students, faculty, and staff. The Student Leadership Council also promotes programs and activities of interest to students.

Student Member of the American Dental Hygienists' Association (SADHA)
SADHA is open to all students who have been officially accepted into the Dental Hygiene program at Southeastern Technical College. The goal of SADHA is to provide its members with the invaluable opportunity of previewing their career as a dental hygienist. SADHA also demonstrates the role that the American Dental Hygienists' Association plays in the dental hygiene profession. Members of SADHA will participate in various community service projects, fundraisers, and other educational activities related to the profession of dental hygiene.

Surgical Technology Club
The Surgical Technology Club is open to all current Surgical Technology students. The purpose of the Surgical Tech club is to promote interest in careers in Surgical Technology and to provide members with opportunities to contribute to the health and well-being of the community through projects and program.

Syntax Computer Club
The SYNTAX Computer Club was created to increase awareness in the latest developments in the area of technology including career options in a diverse economy, provide a positive forum in which students can be creative, innovative, and marketable in their prospective areas of interest, and to provide a user friendly place for students, faculty, staff, and visitors to learn and use the latest computer technology. Membership is open to any STC student. There are no dues or membership fees.

Student Leadership Resource Room

The Student Leadership Resource Room is a designated room loaded with books, articles, audio and video tapes, student hand-outs and magazines on topics relating to leadership.

The Resource Room is open:
Monday–Thursday 9:00AM–5:00PM

The Leadership room is located in room 323 on the Vidalia Campus and is open to all
STC Students. Materials can be checked out and handouts are available free of charge. Please see a staff member to access the Resource Room.

For more information regarding STC's organizations and activities, contact Helen Thomas, at 912-538-3121 or hthomas@southeasterntech.edu.