Clubs & Organizations

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Agricultural Management Club

Membership in the Agribusiness Management Club is open to all students interested in agriculture. The major purpose of the club is to assist its members in gaining employment. This goal is achieved in a number of ways: by exhibits (slides, displays, etc.); by attendance at public agricultural activities; by sponsoring agricultural activities at the college (symposiums, contests, etc.); and by advertising media. Financing for advertising and other activities is derived from club fund raising projects (dances, sales, contests, etc.).

American Chemical Society

The objectives of this chapter shall be to afford an opportunity for students of chemistry, chemical engineering, and related disciplines to:

1. become better acquainted;

2. secure the intellectual stimulation that arises from professional association;

3. obtain experience in preparing and presenting technical material before chemical audiences;

4. foster a professional spirit among the members;

5. install a professional pride in chemistry and chemical engineering;

6. foster an awareness of the responsibilities and challenges of a modern chemist.

The membership of this organization shall be composed of student affiliates and associate members of the American Chemical Society. Students who are not ACS student affiliates or associate members may be chapter members, but may neither hold office nor have voting privileges.

ATPE

The Associate of Texas Professional Educators (ATPE) is designed to develop ideas and power in the lives of prospective teachers, to enrich the spirit of college life, and to advance the interests of the teaching profession.

Aviation Technology Association

This association is an organization composed of students in the Career Pilot Technology program. Their purpose is to develop interest and safety in all phases of aviation.

Business Administration Club

All students registered for Administrative Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Economics, Business, or Management courses are invited to become members of this club. Its purpose is to acquaint students with general business practices, to hear outstanding business men and women speak on topics of interest to the business world, to see good films pertaining to business and office practice, and to encourage students to become better acquainted socially.

Campus Light

This student religious club was organized to promote Christian fellowship among all students of the college. This club is under the direction of a faculty member who is assisted by the church pastors of Uvalde. It serves all who find an interest in the service that it renders.

Catholic Student Club

The primary function of the club is to help Catholic students on campus to develop their faith and enrich their lives. This is accomplished through a balanced program of religious, intellectual, and social activities.

CHAOS Math Club

The purpose of this club is to promote an interest in the study of mathematics, to discuss new ideas and jobs in the field of mathematics, and to create an atmosphere where students with similar interest can get together in fellowship. Membership in this organization is open to all SWTJC students.

Cosmetology Club

This organization is composed of the men and women in the Cosmetology Program at SWTJC. The main goal of this organization is for the members to achieve artistic knowledge through proper education in classroom studies, floor work, guest speakers and field trips. This will enable them to open the doors to an opportunity for a lifetime career in one of the largest and most respected industries in the world today.

Creative Writers' Group

The Creative Writers' Group is a group of students who enjoy writing and sharing original poems, stories, and songs.

Criminal Justice Club

The Southwest Texas Junior College Law Enforcement Club was organized in March 1980 for the purpose of promoting better relations and involvement with law enforcement agencies and the community as a whole. Membership is open to all students whose educational objective is law enforcement or corrections. The club will arrange several field trips during the year in order to observe actual law enforcement and/or correctional operations

Delta Beta Nu

Delta Beta Nu is a fraternity for students enrolled in sociology and anthropology classes at the college. The fraternity's purpose is to encourage high academic standards, to broaden the opportunities of study for sociology and anthropology students, and to provide a social program by which students become better acquainted and appreciative of each others’ talents. Every student taking sociology and/or anthropology courses is eligible for membership. Elected officers direct fraternity activities both on-campus and off-campus.

Delta Psi Omega

The Palm Players chapter of Delta Psi Omega promotes drama academically and creatively. Delta Psi Omega, a national honorary dramatic fraternity, links the SWTJC Drama Department to all junior college theaters. Membership is offered to any student interested in drama. Two major productions and a children's show allow students to participate in technical areas and in acting. Cultural field trips include concerts, ballets, and theatrical productions.

Hispanic Association of Students in Higher Education

The purpose of this organization is to educate students about the Hispanic culture through various types of programs including lectures and field trips. Members will also be advised of educational opportunities available. Membership is open to all students interested in improving their knowledge of the Hispanic culture and society.

Kinesiology Club

The Kinesiology Club was established to help promote physical education as a profession and bring awareness to the opportunities in the field of physical education. The club's objectives are to promote mental, spiritual, and physical growth and well-being. Membership is open to anyone interested in physical education or sports.

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society is the international honorary scholastic society for two-year colleges. Eta Beta Chapter at Southwest Texas Junior College was chartered October 20, 1949. Alpha Omego Iota Chapter at SWTJC - Del Rio was chartered March 6, 1994.

Those students who meet the following requirements are invited to apply for membership. The student must:

1. have completed 12 academic hours of work at Southwest Texas Junior College in courses leading toward a degree at a fully accredited university, a four-year college, or at Southwest Texas Junior College. Only course work taken at SWTJC will be considered in determining membership eligibility.

2. be currently enrolled in at least six academic hours

3. have an overall grade point average of 3.5 in courses taken at Southwest Texas Junior College.

4. adhere to the school conduct code, possess recognized qualities of citizenship, and be able to certify that he/she has not been convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude.

Provisional members will be selected on an academic basis. Requirements for admission as a provisional member shall be membership in a high school honor society or an overall high school average of 90 or grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 system.

The Press Club is responsible for all student publications including the Southwest Texan. Membership includes journalism students and other members of the publication staff.

The Rodeo Club was organized in 1950 by a group of students desiring to promote intercollegiate rodeo and the western way of life on campus. Its purpose is to promote interest, understanding, appreciation, and vigilance of western life, culture, and western affairs; to promote a closer relationship among persons interested in its activities and all other school activities; and to encourage prospective college students to enroll in this institution. This club is the sponsor of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo held each year and of the SWTJC Rodeo Team.

This is an organization affiliated with national Sigma Tau and is composed of all women living in the dormitory. Various social activities are planned throughout the year. Officers are president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, reporter, and parliamentarian.

The Society of Physics Students (SPS), an affiliate of the American Institute of Physics, is a national society serving the interests of physics undergraduate and graduate students. The local chapter of SPS received its charter in November 1975. SPS provides each student with the opportunity of participating in the physics community on a professional basis. It promotes activities for all students interested in physics. SPS acts as a service organization for the physics department and helps to popularize physics with the general collegiate public. The chapter encourages its members to assist students in developing the knowledge, competence, enthusiasm, and social responsibility essential to the advancement of physics. SPS provides an opportunity to develop closer interaction between students and faculty in both social and professional activities. Membership is open to all students interested in physics. The activities of the local chapter include guest speakers, tours, and films suitable for chapter programs. The meetings also provide an opportunity for students to present discussions on the relations of science to other fields (e.g., political science, art, music, etc.).

The chair is appointed by the Director of Student Activities. The main function of the board is to assist the Director of Student Activities in planning, coordinating, and conducting the various campus activities.

The Student Ambassadors are members of a student service organization dedicated and committed to enhancing the image and promoting Southwest Texas Junior College. As Ambassadors of SWTJC, they are committed to the encouragement of educational success and assist with the recruitment and retention of SWTJC students. Through a variety of activities, both off and on campus, Student Ambassadors provide a valuable service by representing the student perspective of college life to prospective and new students to SWTJC.

Those students who meet the following requirements are invited to apply for membership. The student must:

This is an organization whose main function is to serve the student body. It is headed by the president of the Student Senate and is under faculty sponsorship. The Senate is a governing body, whose members are elected by the student body. The aims of the Student Senate are fourfold:

4. to cultivate good fellowship among students and organizations by helping solve their general problems and coordinating their group activities.

The Veterans Club consists of all veterans at SWTJC who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States. Men and women from the Army, Navy, Marines, and Air Force meet to have fellowship and fun. The veterans have always formed a dependable group on the SWTJC campus, and many of the "first" accomplishments have been due to their efforts.

VICA is a professional society designed and run by students in technical and vocational programs. Chapter members choose, plan, and conduct their own activities. One important activity for VICA members is to improve their skills by participating in competitions within their field of study.

The Vocational Nurses Club is an organization composed of the men and women currently enrolled each year in the nursing program at SWTJC. The purpose of this organization is to enable the students to work together cohesively in order to achieve class goals through various activities and fund raising projects throughout the year. Officers elected at the beginning of the year include president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, and parliamentarian. Officers are selected on the basis of leadership and dedication to service.

This is an organization composed of men and women living in Hubbard Hall. The purpose is to promote better understanding and harmony among residents. Officers are president, vice-president, and secretary-treasurer.