The Terry Campus is proud to support the special interests of its students through clubs and student organizations. Students who wish to form a new organization are asked to review a copy of Procedures for Instituting College Sponsored Student Clubs, available in the Dean of Student Services Office. *Note: The times and locations for club meetings are posted in the lobbies of all buildings and appear on the television monitors located in the lobby areas of each building.
Alpha Beta Gamma, Eta Delta Chapter, is an international business honor society for men and women in junior and community colleges. The purpose of this organization is to recognize and encourage scholarship among students enrolled in business curriculums, to promote opportunities for the development of leadership and service, to promote an intellectual climate for the exchange of ideas, and to stimulate interest in continuing academic excellence. To be nominated for induction into the chapter, a student must be enrolled in a business or visual communications curriculum, be of good moral character, possess recognized qualities of citizenship, have completed 15 credit hours in 100-level courses, or above, and have a 3.3 Cumulative GPA. Full- and part-time students are eligible for induction.
Advisor: David Pitts
The Architectural/Civil Engineering Club was formed to provide students with an opportunity to enrich their academic studies through exposure to a variety of careers in the building design and construction industry. The club sponsors several field trips to surrounding firms, fund-raisers and a yearly class trip to a large city or historic area. Meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month at noon.
Advisor: Reginald Chandler
Provides a forum for students to engage in various arts including but not limited to open mic poetry, spoken word poetry, musicianship, drama, and visual arts.
Advisors: Nicholas David, Travis Sudler, and Ted Yacucci
The Campus Crusade for Christ (CRU) is a non-denominational, Christ-centered Ministry to the students of Terry Campus. Its mission is to provide fellowship and ministry opportunities and introduce interested students to a relationship with Jesus Christ. The group meets weekly to share prayers, praise and build campus community, and sponsors an e-mail prayer chain that is accessible to any interested student.
Advisor: Jeff Peck
The Criminal Justice Organization (CJO) is an energetic and progressive organization that provides students with the unique opportunity to work with practitioners in the criminal justice system. Students participate in police ride-along programs, court observations and corrections facilities tours. The CJO is proud of its many community projects and the assistance it provides various local charities through its fund-raising efforts. A full schedule of social and recreational activities provides an enjoyable environment for learning.
Advisor: Jennifer Mosley
Current culinary Arts Technology students who are passionate about the hospitality industry will have opportunities for fun and extracurricular learning experiences. Interested club members enjoy trips to various food shows and exhibits. Networking possibilities occur through attendance at ACF First State Chefs Association chapter meetings and American Culinary Federation national and regional conferences. Students learn leadership skills and organizational techniques that will benefit their future career choices. Gratuities from the Culinary Arts dining room and special functions are deposited into the club fund to support student activities, extra equipment for student use, and charitable contributions.
Advisor: Chef Ed Hennessy
The purpose of the Early Childhood Education Club is to provide students with a support network which will develop leadership skills, provide career exploration and facilitate community outreach in the field of Early Childhood Education. Students participate in the annual “Week of the Young Child Conference” and other educational experiences. The bimonthly meetings provide opportunities for the students to practice leadership and team-building skills. The Club works with the Delaware Association of the Education of Young Children (DAEYC) to provide community interaction.
Advisors: Kim Pridemore and Timothy Mello
All students enrolled in the Interior Design and Visual Communications programs are eligible for membership. The purpose of the club is to expand student perspectives of the interior design and visual communications professions. The club sponsors numerous trips during the year to museums, galleries, historic sites, businesses and professional practices in the surrounding area. The club also hosts shows of student work during the year. These shows highlight student course work and provide an opportunity for the campus community to become involved with the Visual Communications and Interior Design programs.
Advisor: Patti Bishop
Open to students, staff, and faculty. Provides the opportunity to become part of a team. Working together to learn maneuvers and perform at Campus functions takes practice and hard work, but the end result can give a great sense of pride.
Advisor: Fred Evins
Director: Lenny Knight
The Human Services Organization (HSO) is a dynamic, student-led club that gives students hands-on experiences in helping others. Activities throughout the year provide opportunities to perform community service, give and receive social and emotional support, and to participate in educational enrichment through seminars and workshops. Events such as the annual holiday party for Big Brothers-Big Sisters, fund-raisers, field trips and student conferences are a few of the various ways students become involved with service to the community.
Advisors: Kristin Meyer and Andrew Williams
The International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) is an organization for students enrolled in the Office Administration Technology program. Through the guidance of experienced office professionals, IAAP stimulates interest in office management support responsibilities and enhances the basics necessary for the preparation of future office professionals.
Activities include attendance at division and international conferences and participation in workshops, award programs, civic projects, monthly educational programs and fund-raising activities.
Advisor: Beverly Swann
The International Service Club exists to provide opportunities for enhanced interaction among students of diverse backgrounds. Understanding of Hispanic and other cultures is enhanced through exposure to a variety of speakers, programs and opportunities to learn. Students are also encouraged to study and practice a foreign language. Finally, opportunities for service in our local communities and the world are sought and supported by this club.
Advisors: Kathleen Deckard and Lisa Peel
The National Student Nurses Association is open to any Terry Campus student enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing program. The purpose of the association is to promote education, provide programs of fundamental interest and concerns to nursing students and to aid in the development of the whole person in his/her professional role. Meetings are held monthly or as needed. The Association holds fund-raisers throughout the school year to provide student scholarships and community support.
Advisors: Cherry Golden and Jamey King
Phi Theta Kappa is the international honor society for two-year college students. The organization provides opportunities for the development of leadership and service, an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas, lively fellowship for scholars and stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence. Membership in Phi Theta Kappa is based on a student’s enrollment in a degree program, completing 12 semester credits (not to exceed 30 credits except in special cases), and achieving a cumulative grade point average of 3.33. Full- and part-time students are eligible.
Advisors: Caren Coffy and Dr. Les Link
The Student American Dental Hygienists’ Association (SADHA), a part of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA), is a national organization of dental hygiene students. SADHA membership benefits students personally and professionally because it allows students to develop interpersonal skills such as leadership and organizational planning while assuming new responsibilities. Members may network with dental hygienists and students around the country at national conferences, continuing professional education courses and fund-raising events. Members receive a journal, magazine and membership card.
Advisor: Sue Schroeder
The Student Government Association (SGA) is part of a shared governance concept that serves as a communications link between the student body, faculty, staff and administration.
The SGA is composed of elected executive officers and student representatives from other student organizations. Serving on the SGA provides students with the opportunity to develop leadership, decision-making and communications skills while helping others.
Advisors: Bob Siemanowski and Evie Zerefos
Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) is a global, non-profit organization that teaches important concepts through educational outreach projects, including market economics, entrepreneurship, personal and financial success, and business ethics to better its members, their communities and their countries.
Advisor: Susan Dehner and Evie Zerefos
The Student Support Services Club (SSS) is open to all Terry Campus Students. SSS Club members seek to improve their leadership, academic and personal support skills through participation in campus and regional activities..
Advisor: Jane Moore
The purpose of the Student Paralegal Association is to promote and support the development and maintenance of skills for paralegal students, provide opportunities to meet with professionals from the legal and surrounding communities, provide opportunities for social interaction among persons who share common interests in and dedication to the paralegal profession, and to provide support and education to the paralegal students to increase awareness and knowledge of the paralegal program and profession.
Advisors: Amy Hudson and Lisa Strusowski
The purpose is to recognize and encourage scholarships, leadership, fellowship, and service among Terry Campus students, alumni, and faculty who exhibit superior scholastic and leadership qualities, character, and participation in the field of human services.
Advisors: Kevin Hoffecker and Art Harrison
Membership in the Terry Campus Alumni Association is open to all graduates who have been awarded a degree, diploma or academic certificate from the Terry Campus. The association strives to promote personal, educational and professional development of its members. The Terry Campus and its alumni work together to establish and maintain programs and activities that benefit both the campus and the community.
Coordinator: Jan Clapp
The purpose of the Computer Club is to foster a better understanding of the vital role of information technology in business.
Advisors: Susan McLaughlin and Charles Whealton
Active membership lasts one year for any student taking any social studies course (history, sociology, psychology, economics, or political science). Club members form liberal and conservative factions and debate recent social issues with each other and the general student population. The purpose is to foster understanding of diverse perspectives and interests in issues and activities. The hope is to expand to other campuses for intercampus debates.
Advisors: Art Harrison and Ted Legates
The TCPNS is open to any Terry Campus student enrolled in the Practical Nursing diploma program. The purpose of the club is to promote education, provide programs of fundamental interest and concerns to practical nursing students and to aid in the development of the whole person in his/her professional role. Meetings are held monthly or as needed. The club holds fund-raisers throughout the school year to provide student scholarships and community support
Advisors: Peggy Betch and Maria Lindley
To promote school spirit and encourage academic success. Activities will include performing at various functions at the college.
Advisors: Kristen Brown, Tammy Fenimore, Tina Roberts, and Shari Swanson
Students, faculty, and staff are welcome. Practicing together gives the group and opportunity to fellowship. Ultimately, our goal is to entertain for events and have fun while learning to combine our talents.
Manager: Charlotte Lister
Director: Shirley Graff
Assistant Director: Wil Martin
Accompanist: Henrietta Dumas