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Activities & Organizations

Office of Student Engagement

The Office of Student Engagement works to support and educate student leaders and student organizations. Hopkinsville Community College offers students multiple opportunities to develop leadership skills, grow as individuals, through programming and activities that promote a diverse and inclusive community. Student ran organizations enable students to plan, coordinate, market, sponsor and evaluate activities and projects.

This organization is geared towards students who are pursuing the Ag Tech AAS degree. 

Meeting:
TBA
 
Advisor: 

The objective of the OADN Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society shall be to recognize the academic excellence of students in the study of Associate Degree Nursing. The society shall encourage the pursuit of advance degrees in the profession of nursing as well as continuing education as a life-long professional responsibility. Additionally, the society shall participate in the recruitment of qualified individuals into the profession of nursing.

Meeting:
TBA
 
Advisors: 
 
 

This organization is geared towards students of the Baptist faith, but it is open to any interested students. 

Meeting: 
Weekly Thursday from Noon-1:00pm
 
Advisor:
 

The purpose of the HCC Esports Club will be to provide an opportunity for students of Hopkinsville Community College to meet, discuss, plan and play computer games related to the world of Esports. This could also include console gaming at a later point in time.

Meeting: 
TBA
 
Advisor:


The purpose of the HOSA organization is to develop leadership and technical HOSA skill competencies through a program of motivation, awareness an recognition, which is an integral part of the Health Science Education instructional program. 

Meeting: 
TBA
 
Advisor:
Breonna Cayton
Karen Sharber
 

If you have an interest in History, regardless of your major, then this the organization for you! The organization host a variety of speakers, events, and presentations on campus or virtual surrounding everything history. 

Meeting: 
Weekly Thursday Noon-1:00pm
 
Advisor:
John Davis
 
Social Media: 
Facebook

This organization is geared towards students who are pursuing any of the nursing AAS degrees. It is a national organization. 

Meeting:
Wednesday Noon
Emerging Tech, Anderson Room
 
Advisors: 
Denise Revelett
 
 
Social Media: 

This organization is geared towards minority students, and any student who has interest in creating and implementing diversity programming.

Meeting:
TBA
 
Advisors:
Aaron Pettus
Alex Carrington
Brittany Trotter
Aaron White

Meeting: 
TBA
 
Advisor: 
Shari Thompson

The NSLS is the largest leadership honor society in the United States. Our NSLS chapter at Hopkinsville Community College was started in 2015. Our local chapter is part of the national organization with 700+ chapters and over 1.4 million members. 

Students are selected based on exemplary academic achievement. As of 2021 we have 348 members who have access to:

· More than $400,000 in scholarships.

· An exclusive NSLS job board.

· A personalized letter of recommendation. 

The NSLS leadership program teaches the interpersonal skills that employers seek to give you an edge in the job market. Hear directly from current members as they share how their experience has changed their life.

If you become a member, some of the other benefits are:

· Learn from exceptional leaders like former President Barack Obama during exclusive Speaker Broadcasts.

· Meet new friends and make lifelong connections (on-campus and virtually).

· Overcome challenges with success coaches shortcutting your way to success.

· Access to private networking events.

Visit the NSLS website to learn more about and accept your nomination. 

Frequently Asked Questions:

Some of the common questions we receive are listed below. If you have any other questions, visit nsls.org to chat with a team member or email help@nsls.org.

What do I have to do to become inducted?

Our five-step program takes approximately 12 hours over the course of the semester at your pace. 

Is this recognized on campus?

We are a Registered Student Organization (RSO). As of 2021, we had 348 in our chapter and there are more than 1.4 million members nationwide.

Meeting:
TBA
 
Advisor:
Kanya Allen

 

Advisor: 

Norman Godwin

The purpose of Alpha Delta chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Hopkinsville Community College shall be the promotin of scholarship, the development of leadership and service and the vultivation of fellowship among qualified students of this college.

There are academic requirements to be a member of this organization. 

Meeting:
1st & 3rd Thursday 12:15-12:45pm in Academic Building, Room 170.
 
Advisors:

Matthew Wood
Patrick Riley
Sherry Lemons
Audrey Evans
Brittany Trotter
Angela Smith


Students apply for this and are selected through a selection process. Students who are interested in being a Presidential Ambassador will have to go through the selection process. 

Advisor:
Elana Stubbs

PRIDE Gay-Straight Alliance is a student-led organization whose mission is to provide a safe, supportive environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning students, faculty and staff; in conjunction with their straight allies. 

Meeting: 

2nd & 4th 
Wednesdays of the month 12:15pm-1:00pm
 
Advisors:
Caitlin Chester
Yasamin Ausebaugh
 
Social Media:
Facebook


This organization meets to discuss various topics surrounding religion and philosophy. These events are open to faculty, staff, students, and community members. 

Meeting:
Tuesday 12:05-1:00pm
 
Advisor:
Dr. Ken Casey

The Round Table Writers' Group is composed of students, faculty, and staff at HCC who aspire to improve their writing. In the Fall, members of the organization read and discuss published writing, do thought-provoking writing activities, share their own writings, and celebrate success along the way. In the Spring, they continue these activities but also collaborate to produce the Round Table Literary Journal.

Meeting: 
Monday Noon-1:00pm
Auditorium Bldg, Room 14
 
Advisor: 

This is an honor socitey for those students who are active in Student Veterans Organization and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and completed 12 credit hours.

Meeting: 
TBA
 
Advisors: 
Angie Goode

This organization is greatly geared towards any student who has an interest in the field of biology or any of the sciences. 

Meeting:
Tuesday Noon
Academic Building, Room 142
 
Advisors:
Sherry McCormack
Melissa Dougherty

SGA has elected President, Vice President, and Secretary by the Student Body. The meetings are open to the student body as this is the voice of the students.

 
Meetings:
February 27, 2023
March 20, 2023
April 17, 2023
 
Noon-1:00pm Emerging Technologies Building, Pennyrile Board Room 
 
Advisors:
Shari Thompson
 

This organization is geared towards any students who are military veterans, active duty students, or family members.

Meeting:
TBA
 
Advisors:
Arthur Schultz
Turning Point USA’s mission is to educate students about the importance of fiscal responsibility, free markets, and capitalism through innovative campus activism and non-partisan, thought-provoking discussion. 
 
Meetings: 
Once a month
 
Advisor: 

Student Organization Budget Request

Active student organizations in Student Government Association (SGA) can request funds from the Student Government Association to fund educational, member development, campus engagement activities, and conferences.

Each group can be rewarded up to $350 each academic year starting on July 1 of current year and ending on June 30 of the following year. Budget Requests will be reviewed by Student Government Officers and advisors first, then presented to Student Government representatives to be voted on.
If you are planning on attending a conference/convention/field trip you will need to submit the following: a copy of the schedule/itinerary, a list of students/advisors attending, and Dr. Young's approval if traveling out of state.

For questions or concerns please contact Elana Stubbs at (270) 707-3825 elana.stubbs@kctcs.edu.
Notice: If the request for funds are not placed at least two weeks before it's needed, the request will be denied.

Budget Form: Request