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.
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.
This organization is geared towards students of the Baptist faith, but it is open to any interested students.
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.
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.
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.
This organization is geared towards minority students, and any student who has interest in creating and implementing diversity programming.
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
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.
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.
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.
This organization is geared towards any students who are military veterans, active duty students, or family members.
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
