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Clubs and OrganizationsStudent Clubs and Organizations at Park University offer the opportunity to be involved in many different ways – on campus, in the community, and online. Please check out the list of active student clubs and see which one is right for you! For more information about any of the clubs, or about the many opportunities for leadership development, civic engagement, fun activities, or educational opportunities outside the classroom, please call staff in the Office of Student Life at (816) 584-6377. You can also speak with other students about clubs and organizations by talking with Park Student Government Association officers in the PSGA office or by calling (816)584-6398. Additional information about Park Student Government Association can be found on their website. Student Leadership and Engagement events are scheduled throughout the year, with an opportunity for ALL Park University students to learn new skills, develop friendships, and make a difference! Please check online for specific information or call the Coordinator for Student Leadership and Engagement at (816)584-6595. Information about Project Leadership is also available online or in the office. It is a 3-semester program open to all students, with an opportunity for mentoring, leadership, and service. Information about specific Clubs and Organizations is listed below. You can also contact the club advisor, listed with each organization below, or check with staff in the Office of Student Life, on the second floor of Thompson Student Center and available by phone at (816) 584-6377. Student organizations are divided in terms of Honor Societies, Program/Subject Area Organizations, Social/Service/Leadership Organizations, Clubs with an International Focus, or Religious/Spiritual Organizations. Current student organizations at Park University include: Honor SocietiesALPHA CHI (CHAPTER: MISSOURI THETA)Alpha Chi is a national scholastic honorary society. Juniors and seniors in the top 10% of their classes are selected by the faculty each year on the basis of leadership, character, and service. Members have opportunities for special research, presentations, and travel, in addition to community service projects and other activities of the organization. A formal induction ceremony for Alpha Chi is held each spring. DR. CAROL SANDERS, (816)584-6250, carol.sanders@park.edu ALPHA KAPPA DELTAAlpha Kappa Delta (AKD), the International Sociology Honor Society, will have a new chapter at Park University in Fall, 2007. AKD was founded in 1920 to provide a forum for student and faculty interchange and is dedicated to promoting, facilitating, and recognizing academic scholarship. Since its inception, over 80,000 scholars have been initiated into the Society and over 490 chapters have been chartered internationally. DR. KEVIN PAYNE, (816)584-6556, kevin.payne@park.edu PHI ALPHA THETA/ZETA OMICRONA professional society whose mission is to promote the study of history through the encouragement of research, good teaching, publication and the exchange of learning and ideas among students and historians. We seek to bring students, teachers and writers of history together for intellectual and social exchanges, which promote and assist historical research and publication by our members in a variety of ways. DR. TIM WESTCOTT, (816)584-6364, tim.westcott@park.edu PI SIGMA ALPHA (ALPHA DELTA UPSILON CHAPTER)Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science Honor Society, is the only honor society for college students of political science and government in the United States. Pi Sigma Alpha was founded in 1920 for the purpose of bringing together students and faculty interested in the study of government and politics. Membership in Pi Sigma Alpha is open to juniors, seniors, and graduate students currently enrolled in institutions where chapters are located. DR. JAMES F. PASLEY, (816)584-6593, james.pasley@park.edu PSI CHIPsi Chi is a national honor society in Psychology, founded in 1929 for the purposes of encouraging, stimulating, and maintaining excellence in scholarship, and advancing the science of psychology. DR. BRIAN COWLEY, (816)584-6501, brian.cowley@park.edu SIGMA ALPHA PIThe purpose of Sigma Alpha Pi , The National Society of Leadership and Success, is to help individuals create the lives they desire by helping them discover what they truly want to do, and giving them the support, motivation, and skills to achieve their goals. CAROLINE HECKMAN, (816) 584-6595, caroline.heckman@park.edu SIGMA TAU DELTASigma Tau Delta, the International English Honor Society, has an active chapter at Park University. Involved students work with the English Club on projects such as The Scribe (Park's literary journal) and also participate in international conferences of Sigma Tau Delta. DR. JANE WOOD, (816)584-6313, jane.wood@park.edu Program/Subject Area OrganizationsASSOCIATION FOR COMPUTING MACHINERY (ACM)ACM is an educationalandprofessional computing student chapter belonging to the National Organization of ACM. By providing a professional and informative structure, ACM members gain added specialized experience not found in the classroom. Additionally, students socialize with professionals in the community, giving them an opportunity to promote their career. The organization encourages participation, volunteering, social networking, and communication skills. ACM has recently begun an online version of their club, and information regarding the Online ACM is available at http://captain.park.edu/acm WEN HSIN, (816)584-6447 wen.hsin@park.edu AMERICAN MARKETING ASSOCIATIONThe American Marketing Association is a professional organization for undergraduates and graduate students to learn, network and grow professionally in the field of marketing. Membership is open to everyone. WILLIAM VENABLE, (816)5584-6003, william.venable@park.edu ASSOCIATION FOR SUPERVISION AND CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (ASCD)ASCD is a nonprofit membership organization created by, and for, educators of all kinds. Active members can go online for hundreds of searchable publications, periodicals, and archives of information. The group plans several events during the year of interest to education majors, and sometimes participates in local or regional conferences. BETTY BENNETT, (816)584-6823, betty.bennett@park.edu BIOLOGY CLUBThe Biology Club is a student-run organization for undergraduates interested in biology. The club organizes a number of activities each year, including education, social, community service, and fund-raising events. DR. TIM GABOR, (816)584-6869, tim.gabor@park.edu C.H.E.M. CLUBThe CHEM Club (Chemists Have Explosive Minds) promotes chemistry awareness in the community. CHEM Club members also help in mentoring freshmen and guiding each other to find internships and employment. Other activities include inviting speakers on campus, attending regional and national meetings, food drives, and picnics. DR. PATRICIA CHERNOVITZ, (816)584-6338 patricia.chernovitz@park.edu COMMUNICATION CONNECTIONThe purpose of the club is to provide students with an opportunity to enhance their knowledge, awareness, and understanding of the many aspects of communication. DR. LORA COHN, (816) 584-6311, lora.cohn@park.edu CRIMINAL JUSTICE CLUBThe Criminal Justice Club promotes awareness of issues in law enforcement and corrections, by offering prison tours, police agency visits, and community service projects. DR. CAROL GETTY, (816)584-6336, carol.getty@park.edu ENGLISH CLUBThe English Club serves as a focus for literary creativity at Park University. The group publishes The Scribe, a literary journal that highlights work submitted by students, faculty, staff, and others, and hosts poetry readings and other activities on a regular basis. DR. JANE WOOD, (816)584-6313, jane.wood@park.edu HEALING EXPRESSIVE ARTS THERAPIES CLUB (HEAT)The purpose of the HEAT Club is to introduce students interested in theatre, art, music, film and psychology to a collaboration of techniques from these fields that are helpful to healing. In addition, these techniques – especially Playback Theatre, will be demonstrated to community organizations and schools to showcase how Park University is training students to do cutting edge creative techniques that can make a real contribution and difference in society. DR. MARGO FALLON, (816) 584-6439, margo.fallon@park.edu INTERNATIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN ASSOCIATION (IIDA)The IIDA is a networking and educational professional organization representing interior designers worldwide, with the goal of "enhancing the quality of life through excellence in interior design and advancing interior design through knowledge." Park University is a Campus Center supported by the Mid-America chapter of IIDA, and Park's student chapter provides membership in IIDA, a professional liaison, and admission to IIDA's monthly educational and networking events. KAY BOEHR, (816)584-6705, kay.boehr@park.edu
PARK UNIVERSITY STUDENT ATHLETIC TRAINERS' ASSOCIATION (PUSATA)This group provides an opportunity for social interaction and learning opportunities among the students in this major. Members of the association are involved with the Missouri Athletic Trainer's Association, Mid-American Athletic Trainers' Association and the National Athletic Trainer's Association. TOM BERTONCINO, (816)584-6864, thomas.bertoncino@park.edu POLITICAL SCIENCE CLUBThe Political Science Club is a non-partisan forum for students and it seeks to further the understanding of the political environment. DR. RONALD BRECKE, (816)584-6346, ronald.brecke@park.edu PSYCHOLOGY CLUBThe Psychology Club is an organized group of students who have common interests in the field and general study of clinical, behavioral, social, industrial/organizational and counseling areas of psychology. DR. ANDREW JOHNSON, (816)584-6722, andrew.johnson@park.edu SOCIOLOGY CLUBThe Sociology Club will be established in fall, 2007, to provide a forum for discussion and research – for students interested in the field of Sociology. The Sociology Club will meet and work jointly with the Psychology Club on mutual projects of interest. DR. KEVIN PAYNE, (816)584-6556, kevin.payne@park.edu SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY CLUBThe Online Social Psychology Club is a Park University academic student organization whose purpose shall be to encourage, stimulate, and maintain excellence in education and creativity of the individual members in all aspects of psychology. The Online Social Psychology club will: 1) increase awareness of the opportunities in the field of psychology, 2) create a forum for those people interested in learning more about psychology to gather information and participate in the field, and 3) facilitate involvement in psychological issues, such as relevant community service projects, leadership roles in this organization, and participation in professional enhancement activities relevant to the field. DR. JEAN MANDERNACH, 308-236-5828, jean.mandernach@park.edu SOCIAL WORK CLUBThe purpose of the Social Work Club is to encourage a network of support, growth and friendship for all students; to increase awareness and promote the social work major within the University and community; to promote positive image of social work as a profession; and to provide the opportunity for students to address matters of public service, human diversity, and social justice in a global society. GARY BACHMAN (816)584-6348, gary.bachman@park.edu STUDENTS IN FREE ENTERPRISE (SIFE)SIFE is a global, non-profit organization that is literally changing the world through highlydedicated student teams on more than 1500 university campuses inmore than 40countries. SIFE offers students the opportunity to develop leadership, teamwork, and communication skills through learning, practicing and teaching the principles of free enterprise. MICHAEL FITZMORRIS, (816)584-6759, michael.fitzmorris@park.edu STUDENT NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (SNEA)The NEA is the pre-eminent professional teacher organization in the country. Run by teachers, they are the leading advocates for students, teachers and public schools, encompassing a nation-wide network. BETTY BENNETT, (816)584-6823, betty.bennett@park.edu STUDENT NURSES' ASSOCIATION (SNA)The SNA is a pre-professional association that is a branch of the National Student Nurses' Association (NSNA). The SNA involves itself in many health related community activities, such as health screenings and education, and consults with the Director of the Nursing Program on potential program changes. The Student Nurses Association is currently open to participants who are members of the nursing program and LPN's who would like to apply to the program and are current Park University students. BEVERLY SOUTH, (816)584-6467, beverly.south@park.edu THEATRE CLUBThe Theatre Club promotes the University Theatre Department and provides an environment for sharing ideas and common interests relating to theatre and the performing arts. JON YOUNG, (816)584-6451, jon.young@park.edu Social/Service/Leadership OrganizationsALPHA PHI OMEGAAPO is a national service fraternity with more than 17,000 male and female student members at 366 college campuses nationwide. Its mission is to prepare campus and community leaders through service. Its purpose is to develop leadership, to promote friendship and to provide service to humanity. This service organization was active at Park University many years ago, and current members are excited to start it again. CAROLINE HECKMAN, (816)584-6595, caroline.heckman@park.edu AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR UNIVERSITY WOMEN (AAUW)The purpose of AAUW is to unite undergraduates and graduates of regionally accredited educational institutions in order to promote equity, education, intellectual growth, individual worth, and development of opportunities to women and girls. LINDA VESTAL, (816)584-6296, linda.vestal@park.edu CAMPUS ACTIVITIES BOARD (CAB)CAB is dedicated to expanding both the quality and the quantity of student activities, and strives to find new and unique ways to make Park University fun for you, the student. Events sponsored during the year include a variety of social, educational, multicultural, cultural arts, and FUN activities, such as ice-skating, dances, bowling nights, Harvest Fest, concerts, lectures, and movies! DANCING PIRATESThe purpose of the Dancing Pirates is to promote and encourage university and team spirit. Team members have fun, while developing lifelong friendships, sharing creativity, enhancing physical fitness and promoting a positive image for fellow students. WINI EDWARDS (816)584-6503, wini.edwards@park.edu PARK STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (PSGA)All full-time Park students are members of the Student Senate. PSGA helps explore campus issues of importance to Park University students and initiates campus activities and involvement opportunities for the Parkville Campus and beyond. Student Senate certifies new student organizations, oversees the Student Life fee and provides funding and assistance to student clubs. The PSGA also nominates students to various administrative committees at Park, to ensure students' voices are heard when decisions are made about the future of the institution. Meetings are held at 12:30 pm Wednesdays, in the Louise Morden Board Room of the Academic Underground (Park Commons), during the fall and spring semesters. Freshman can run for Senator positions in August and returning students and officers run in the Spring. Make a difference, let your Pirate voice be heard, and run for PSGA! DR. DIANA BOYD McELROY, (816)584-6465, diana.mcelroy@park.edu PARK UNIVERSITY COLLEGE REPUBLICANSThe purpose of the Park University College Republicans is to join together in a conservative organization for the purpose of bringing Republican values, goals and ideals to our community. DR. JAMES PASLEY, (816)584-6539, james.pasley@park.edu PIRATE RADIO CLUB (KGSP 90.3 FM)Pirate Radio Club is an organized group of students who serve to support the campus radio station and its activities. The radio station itself is a Licensed Class D non-commercial FM station. STEVEN YOUNGBLOOD, (816)584-6321, steven.youngblood@park.edu RESIDENCE HALL COUNCIL (RHC)RHC is an elected body of residence hall students. The group's primary responsibility is to enhance the lives of the residents by organizing residence hall programming, initiating residence hall improvements, and suggesting changes to residence hall policy. J.C. STONER, (816)584-6463, james.stoner@park.edu ROTARACTRotaract provides a framework of opportunities for young men and women to develop their professional leadership skills. The club also helps to enhance the knowledge and skills that will assist its members' personal development, to address the physical and social needs of their communities, and to promote better relations between all people worldwide through a framework of friendship and service. Please check with staff in the Office of Student Life, (816)584-6377 StudentLife@park.edu STUDENT AMBASSADORSThe Student Ambassador Program provides an opportunity for Park students to represent and promote Park University while gaining valuable skills and training. Members may lead and direct various activities, including campus tours, orientations, and enrollment assistance to prospective and new students. DENZIL ROSS, (816) 584-6406 denzil.ross@park.edu Clubs With An International FocusGLOBAL FUTURES CLUBThe purpose is to encourage international students and scholars attending universities in the United States to become involved in and knowledgeable about the U.S. culture and society apart from their study/research programs. This is a 12-month project for American and international students, and also includes faculty, business, international organization and community representatives. DR. OLGA GANZEN (816)584-6510, olga.ganzen@park.edu MODEL UNITED NATIONSThe Model UN group promotes student and faculty interest in international relations and related subjects. Students also have an opportunity to increase their abilities in problem solving, conflict resolution, consensus building, compromise and cooperation, research, and communication skills. DR. JAMES F. PASLEY, (816)584-6593, james.pasley@park.edu PEOPLE TO PEOPLE INTERNATIONALThe purpose of People to People International (PTPI) is to enhance international understanding and friendship through educational, cultural, and humanitarian activities involving the exchange of ideas and experiences directly among peoples of different countries and diverse cultures. DR. OLGA GANZEN, (816)584-6510, olga.ganzen@park.edu WORLD STUDENT UNION (WSU)WSU promotes international friendship and understanding through many cultural awareness programs and a home away from home for all our international students. Some of the annual events sponsored by WSU include International Week, featuring the International Student Dinner, Table Displays, and related events, Ski trip to Snow Creek and other field trips to educational, interesting and fun places in the region such as St. Louis and Branson. American and International students are welcome to join. TATIANA WOLDMAN, (816)584-6820, tatiana.woldman@park.edu Religious/Spiritual OrganizationsCAMPUS CRUSADE FOR CHRISTThe purpose of Campus Crusade for Christ is to help students to know God, grow in their relationship with Christ, help develop mature spiritual leaders and to connect with other Christians and non-Christians on campus. DR. DON WILLIAMS, (816)-584-6516, don.williams@park.edu CHRISTIAN STUDENT MINISTRIES (CSM)The purpose of Christian Student Ministries is to glorify God by ministering in the grace of God and by the leadership of His Holy Spirit, and guiding students to the multidimensional hope of Jesus Christ as revealed in Holy Scripture. --------------------------------- University Resources |