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Student Involvement Student Activities Want to join a student organization or club? AASU has lots to offer, just visit www.sa.armstrong.edu/activities/organ.htm for a listing of on campus organizations. If you interested in becoming involved in the Student Government Association (SGA) or the Campus Union Board (CUB) visit the Office of Student Activities located on the second floor of the MCC or call 344.2504. SGA is comprised of AASU students and works to address student concerns. CUB is an organization comprised of committees that is responsible for bringing entertainment to campus such as visual and performing arts, speakers, special events, and concerts. You can also visit https://cove.armstrong.edu/cal_public to view the upcoming events on campus. And, don't forget to check out the ISO, the International Student Organization, who organizes internationally-related events and local trips. ISO meetings are held on Wednesdays at 12:00pm, once or twice per month. For more information visit the Office of International Education or email International.Education@armstrong.edu International Student Organizations Meeting Dates: August 19, 2009 12:15 p.m. Gamble Hall 213 September 2, 2009 12:15 p.m. Gamble Hall 213 October 7, 2009 12:15 p.m. Gamble Hall 213 October 19, 2009 November 4, 2009 ISO Events: End of August Welcome Back Bash October 21, 2009 Celebrate AASU October 31, 2009 Halloween event November 8th 14th, 2009 International Week December 3, 2009 Huntington Club Holiday Dinner 12:15 p.m. Gamble Hall 213 Celebrate AASU updates 12:15 p.m. Gamble Hall 213 International Week updates December 2, 2009 12:15 p.m. Gamble Hall 213 STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AND INVOLVEMENT There are numerous campus organizations at the Armstrong Atlantic State University. These include international student groups, special interest clubs, sporting clubs, fraternities and sororities. You may think do students have time for all of this? Don t they have to study? The answer is: YES! YES! Academics is extremely important at any university; however, university education also comes from outside the classroom. Interaction with other students who have different backgrounds, living in a different environments, and involvement in student organizations are components that comprise this extracurricular education. The following are only a few of many areas that you can get involved in at Armstrong Atlantic State University. 36
ALLURE (AASU Dance Team) An organization dedicated in using dance to promote pride and school spirit throughout AASU. Advisor: Greg Anderson Phone: 344.2570 Dept: Academic Advising and Orientation Email: Greg.Anderson@armstrong.edu Special Interest AFRICAN CARIBBEAN STUDENT ORGANIZATION A culturally based organization for African Caribbean students attending AASU. Advisor: Wayne Johnson Phone: 344.2741 Dept: Engineering Studies Email:Wayne.Johnson@armstrong.edu AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL An organization promoting a vision of the world in which every person enjoys all of the human rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international human rights standards. Advisor: Dr. Jason Tatlock Phone: 344.3126 Dept: History Email: Jason.Tatlock@armstrong.edu ANIME CLUB A club to promote knowledge and appreciation of Japanese animation. Advisor: Allison Belzer Phone: 344.2844 Office Hawes 108D Email:Allison.Belzer@armstrong.edu ARMSTRONG MEN'S FUTBAL CLUB A sports organization that promotes the enjoyment of playing soccer in a positive and competitive environment. Advisor: Frank Twum-Barimah Department: Housing and Residence Life Phone: 344.2940 Email:Frank.Twum- Barimah@armstrong.edu CHESS CLUB This organization is open to all students, staff, and faculty who are interested in playing Chess for fun or more seriously in tournaments. Advisor: Marilyn O'Mallon Department: Nursing Phone: 344.2815 Email:Marilyn.OMallon@armstrong.edu COLLABORATION MODELS An organization that promotes interest in all areas of the fashion industry. Advisor: Rochelle Lee Department: Nuclear Medicine Phone: 344.2753 Email:Rochelle.Lee@armstrong.edu COLLEGE DEMOCRATS A group dedicated to the philosophy of the Democratic party. Advisor: Frank Katz Department: Information Technology Phone: 344.3192 Email:Frank.Katz@armstrong.edu COLLEGE REPUBLICANS A group dedicated to the promotion of conservative ideals and the philosophy of the Republican party. Advisor: Christine Moore Phone: 344.2887 Dept: Respiratory Therapy Email:Christine.Moore@armstrong.edu COLLEGES AGAINST CANCER Provides training and volunteer opportunities for students to assist those involved in combating the disease both on and off campus. Advisor: Dr. Richard St. Pierre Phone: 344.2654 Dept: Health Sciences Email:Richard.StPierre@armstrong.edu (ARMSTRONG) EBONY COALITION An organization that serves as a cultural and educational vehicle for creating awareness, confidence and determination among minority students through programs and activities in various areas of interest. Advisor: Brian Dawsey Phone: 344.3098 Dept: History GH 207A Email:Brian.Dawsey@armstrong.edu FEMINIST MAJORITY LEADERSHIP ALLIANCE An organization designed to unite and empower women in order fro them to become independent and self-sustaining members within our community. Advisor: Teresa Winterhalter Phone: 344.3135 Dept: Gender and Women's Studies Email:Teresa.Winterhalter@armstrong.edu GAY-STRAIGHT ALLIANCE The purpose of this organization is to provide a safe and comfortable surrounding for the promotion of unity and harmony and to bring visibility between gay-straight communities via GSA awareness, community service and social events. Advisor: Corie Hammers Phone: 344.3156 Dept: Criminal Justice, Social and Political Science Email:Corie.Hammers@armstrong.edu HOLA (Hispanic Outreach & Leadership at Armstrong) An organization that coordinates activities that focus on Hispanic heritage and/or current issues for interested students, faculty & staff. Advisor: Melody Rodriquez Phone: 344.2652 Dept: External Affairs Email:Melody.Rodriguez@armstrong.edu INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORGANIZATION The ISO provides an opportunity for International students to socialize while promoting an interest in and awareness of the diverse cultures represented on the Armstrong campus. Advisor: Dr. James Anderson Phone: 344.3128 Dept: International Education GH 204A Email:James.Anderson@armstrong.edu KARATE CLUB An organization dedicated to the physical, emotional, and moral development of its members through training in traditional Shotokan Karate. Advisor: Dr. Cameron Coates Phone: 344.2693 Dept: Engineering Studies Email:coatesca@mail.armstrong.edu MODEL UNITED NATIONS TEAM An organization that provides members an opportunity to increase their understanding of world politics and foreign affairs. Advisor: Dr. Mark Finlay Phone: 344.2759 Dept: Arts and Sciences Email:>Mark.Finlay@armstrong.edu NAACP An organization dedicated to the improvement of the political, educational, social, and economic status of minority groups. Advisor: Dr. Learotha Williams Phone: 344-2728 Dept: History, Hawes 109B Email:Learotha.Williams@armstrong.edu (THE) PHILOSOPHICAL DEBATE GROUP An organization DESIGN MATTERS An organization dedicated to promoting an dedicated to the discussion of philosophical issues and developing a exchange of ideas in graphic design, open discussions of matters of design, greater understanding of philosophic theory and history. Advisor: Dr. and raising standards of design on campus. Advisor: Angela Horne Erik Nordenhaug Phone: 344.3243 Dept: Lang., Lit. & Philosophy GH Phone: 344.2922 Dept: Art, Music & Theater 110B Email:Angela.Ryczkowski@armstrong.edu Email:Erik.Nordenhaug@armstrong.edu (AASU) DISC GOLF CLUB A club to offer students the opportunity to gain skills in the sport of disc golf. Advisor: Joseph Peny Phone: 344-3333 Dept: University Police Department Email:Joseph.Peny@armstrong.edu SCIENCE FICTION/FANTASY CLUB An organization that provides AASU and community Science Fiction and Fantasy enthusiasts 37 an opportunity to meet, play and discuss literature and movies. Advisor: Dr. Carol Jamison Phone: 344.3097 Dept: Language, Literature and Philosophy Email:jamisoca@mail.armstrong.edu
STUDENT GOVERNMENT The purpose of the SGA is to act as an organized voice for all students of Armstrong Atlantic. We work to represent all students to the university in decisions that affect the students of Armstrong Atlantic. Whether it is an academic or a student life issue we are here to help. It is our goal to improve the overall student experience by relaying suggestions and concerns to administrators and organized governing bodies of the university. All Armstrong Atlantic students are members of the SGA, and are encouraged to take an active role in this organization. The Student Government Association would not exist without students. We have open meetings every Monday at noon in Solms Hall room 110. I encourage everyone to come to at least one meeting. The SGA Executive officers, Student Senate, and I are constantly making changes for the betterment of our campus. Be sure to regularly check our website for updates on how we are improving, and developing the student culture on campus. We are creating great goals for the future; we want you to know about them and how they may affect you. Please feel free to contact us with any of your questions or concerns. Sincerely, Somi Benson-Jaja President GREEK LIFE Most American colleges have a Greek system. It's not what you think... "the Greeks" are not students from Greece. Instead, Greek societies at American Universities denote social fraternities (for men or "frats") and sororities (for women), and are called "Greek" because of the Grecian naming of the societies (e.g. Delta Sigma Theta). Some Greek societies in the United States are several hundred years old, and have chapters (branches) at many colleges around the country. In order to join a fraternity or sorority, you have to "pledge". This occurs after "rush" (a process at the beginning of every semester where interested students can learn more about the organizations). ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC. An international organization of college women whose purpose is to encourage scholarship, friendship, and service. Advisor: Lottie Scott Phone: 344.3284 Dept: Adult Academic Support Services Email: Lottie.Scott@armstrong.edu Web: www.aka1908.com PI KAPPA ALPHA An international fraternity that advances the educational interests and promotes the leadership development of its members. Advisor: Alex Collier Phone: 344.3164 Dept: Biology Email: Alex.Collier@armstrong.edu Web: www.pikes.org ALPHA SIGMA TAU A sisterhood in which the members strive to live up to the same ideals "to be active, self reliant and trustworthy". Advisor: Vanessa Martinez Phone: 344.3266 Dept: Financial Aid Email: Vanessa.Martinez@armstrong.edu Web: www.alphasigmatau.org DELTA SIGMA THETA An international sisterhood of college educated, minority women committed to public service. Advisor: Dr. Donna Brooks Phone: 344.3159 Dept: Special Education UH 204 Email: Donna.Brooks@armstrong.edu Web: www.deltasigmatheta.org PHI IOTA ALPHA A national fraternity dedicated toward the appreciation, promotion and preservation of the Latin American Culture. Advisor: Francisco Duque Phone: 344.2971 Dept: University Relations Email: francisco.duque@armstrong.edu Web: www.phiota.org PHI MU ALPHA SINFONIA A national fraternity that supports the brotherhood of musical students and the advancement of music in America. Advisor: Mark Johnson Phone: 344.2682 Dept: Art, Music, & Theatre Email: Mark.Johnson@armstrong.edu Web: www.sinfonia.org KAPPA SIGMA A national brotherhood where the ideals they pursue determines who they are and what they will become. Advisor: Sam Axley Phone: 344.3295 Dept:Recreation and Wellness Email: Sam.Axley@armstrong.edu Web: www.kappsigma.org SIGMA SIGMA SIGMA This sisterhood's focus is friendship that means being the most authentic person we can be "as a sister within the sorority...as women within society". Advisor: Wendy Marshall Phone: 344.2633 Dept: Educational Technology Training Center Email: Wendy.Marshall@armstrong.edu Web: www.sigmasigmasigma.org 38
HOMECOMING Homecoming is a truly American celebration where the coming home of alumni (those students who have graduated in previous years). Armstrong celebrates homecoming in the Spring during a home men s basketball game. RELIGIOUS GROUPS ON CAMPUS There are a number of religious centers and organizations at the AASU. These facilities are open to all students, and are frequently the setting for dialogues, discussions and symposia. Information regarding scheduled workshops, services, programs, and other events may be obtained directly from each of the religious centers. BAPTIST COLLEGIATE MINISTRY An organization that seeks to enable students and faculty to experience and grow in the real dimensions of the Christian faith. Advisor: Mr. Marty Youngblood Phone: 925.8563 Pager: 421.7766 Office: 12033 Abercorn St. Email: aasubsu@bellsouth.net EKKLESIA CAMPUS MINISTRIES An organization that provides opportunities for students and faculty to gather for interdenominational Christian worship and fellowship. Advisor: Dr. Elizabeth Desnoyers-Colas Department: Art, Music, & Theater Phone: 912.344.3190 Email: Elizabeth.Desnoyers-Colas@armstrong.edu EPISCOPAL CAMPUS MINISTRY A Christian community for students wherever they are on the journey of faith. Advisor: Rev. Helen White Phone: 925.6517 Office: St. George's Episcopal Church Email: ECM_AASU@saintgeorgesavannah.net GENERATION OF FAITH MINISTRIES An organization to provide a strong influence of the Gospel of Jesus Christ on the college campus. Advisor: Lottie Scott Phone: 344.3284 Dept: Adult Academic Support Services Email: Lottie.Scott@armstrong.edu GOSPEL CHOIR The purpose of this choir is to foster awareness to gospel music to college students and the general bublic, to promote intrest in African American singing, academic performance, and unity among the student body. Advisor: Lottie Scott Phone: 344.3284 Dept: Adult Academic Support Email: Lottie.Scott@armstrong.edu MUSLIM STUDENTS ASSOCIATION The MSA promotes unity among Armstrong's Muslims, conducts social, cultural, religious and other activities in the best traditions of Islam and promotes friendly relations between Muslims and non-muslims. Advisor: Dr. Hassan Aziz Phone: 344.2549 Dept: Medical Technology Email: Hassan.Aziz@armstrong.edu ONE LIFE CAMPUS OUTREACH MINISTRY A non-denominational student organization with the intent to establish a Christ centered foundation for all interested AASU students. Advisor: Rochelle Bornett Lee Phone: 344.2753 Dept: Radiologic Sciences Email: rochelle.lee@armstrong.edu REFORMED UNIVERSITY FELLOWSHIP A Christian fellowship that seeks to thoughtfully and respectfully communicate the love and truth of Jesus Christ. Advisor: Dr. Leon Jaynes Phone: 344.2842 Dept: Chemistry & Physics SC 2012 Email: Leon.Jaynes@armstrong.edu Web: www.aasu.ruf.org THE NAVS The Navs are an interdenominational Christian organization that provides spiritual development through discussion of the Bible and fellowship. Advisor: Matthew Chao Phone: 912.660.6478 Email: mattchao@savannahnavs.com Website: www.savannahnavs.com WESLEY FELLOWSHIP An organization that offers Christian fellowship to all members of the university community. Advisor: Melissa Traver - Campus Minister Phone: 691.1500 Dept: Savannah Wesley Foundation Email: traver_m@bellsouth.net 39