2008-2009
Clubs and Organizations
Student clubs and organizations are a vital component of campus life at The University of Virginia's College at Wise. Co-curricular involvement leads to stronger school spirit and enhanced leadership development — not to mention a happier, well-rounded student body. UVa-Wise has more than 50 active student clubs and organizations.
The Administration of Justice Club supports and assists all students who are interested in futhering their knowledge toward the study of administration of justice. Membership is open to all students at The University of Virginia's College at Wise with a true interest in administration of justice.
Brandi Trail George Michael
A national, Greek Letter Fraternity, Alpha Sigma Phi was founded in 1845 at Yale University. Alpha Sigma Phi's mission is to promote leadership, academic excellence, altruism, philantrhopy, diversity and most of all brotherhood. Justin Wilson
Rick Galyean
Diane Silver
The Art Guild strives to create an atmosphere of fellowship and creativity between artists and the community at large through dialogue, exploration and example. Membership is open to any student enrolled at The University of Virginia's College at Wise. Caroline Mastbrook
Ray Stratton
The Association of Computing Machinery operates exclusively for educational and scientific purposes to promote an increased knowledge of and greater interest in the science, design, development, construction, languages, management and applications of modern computing; greater interest in computing and its applications; and a means of communication between persons having an interest in computing. Membership is open to all paid sutdents attending the Univeristy of Virginia's College at Wise and that are in good standing.
Justin Bongard Daniel Ray
Baptist Collegiate Ministries and the Baptist Student Center are spiritual resources for the UVa-Wise Community. Students are encouraged to grow spiritually, intellectually, socially and physically as well as develop their individual gifts, leadership skills and engage in acts of love, worship andservice. Everyone in the college community is welcome to participate. BCM is sponsored by the Emerging Leaders Team of the Virginia Baptist Mission Board and the churches of the Wise Baptist Association. BCM is in its 50th year at UVa-Wise! Michael Thacker
Jim Collie
The Black Student Union strives to improve the quality of life for black students on campus and to increase human relations between all students. Membership in the BSU is open to any enrolled student at The University of Virginia's College at Wise regardless of race, sex, national origin, color, or creed--who is interested in improving human relations in general, and the quality of life for black students in particular, on the campus of UVa-Wise. Jariel Walton
Marcia Mitchell
The purpose of the Cheerleaders is to promote and uphold school spirt, tastefully and diplomatically represent UVa-Wise both in and out of the uniform, develop and promote good sportsmanship, and to promote and encourage crowd involvement during athletic events.The squad will cheer at all home football games as well as all home men's and women's basketball games. Julie Shortt
Chelsie Lawson
CMENC is committed to furthering and promoting music education. CMENC is open to anyone interested in music, but membership is largely composed of music education majors. Amanda Watson
Rick Galyean
The College Republicans strive to promote the principals of the Republican Party among the students of The University of Virginia's College at Wise. The organization provides serice to the Republican Party, aids in the election of Republican candidates at all levels of government, and desires to develop political interest among the students and faculty of UVa-Wise. Membership is open to any student enrolled at UVa-Wise. Chris Lester
Gary Stratton
The Darden Society is the oldest academic honor society at UVa-Wise. Founded in 1964 as Clinch Valley College's first honor society, it was named for Colgate Darden, governor of Virginia, president of the University of Virginia, and benefactor of the College. Membership is by invitation only. Stephanie Ring
Amelia Harris
The Environment Club's mission is to educate young people about the environment, environmental thought and activity, and to support and promote environmentalism. The Environment Club is an organization of faculty, students, staff, and others concerned with environmental issues on campus an din the surrounding area. Geneva Bailey
Patrick Within
The Feminist Student Union (FSU) is a progressive feminist organization which affirms that no form of oppression can be overcome until all aspects of racism, sexism, and heterosexism are dismantled. Members is open to all regardless of age, ability, class, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexuality, religion, or political affiliation.
Lauren Cary
Gretchen Martin
Gamma Sigma Alpha, the National Greek Academic Honor Society, was founded to promote intellectual interaction between Greek students and the academic community. The Eta Pi Chapter of Gamma Sigma Alpha was installed on the campus of UVa-Wise on February 23, 2007. Students are eligible for membership based on grade point average (GPA) and active membership in a Greek fraternity or sorority recognized by UVa-Wise and the appropriate Council(s).Natasha Bambarger
Julie Scott
Daniel Robinson
Mike McGill
The Highland Cavalier Paintball Club is opened to all paid students attending UVa-Wise and is for students who have a common interest in paintball as a fun and safe sport. The club exists to provide an environment for new and existing players to learn more about paintball, promote paintball safety awareness, and to build a team suitable for tournament play, bringing recognition to the club and the school.
Amanda Piper
Cynthia Newlon
UVa-Wise adopted an Honor System in 1956 under which all students pledge to cooperate in acting honestly and honorable. The Honor System is administered by an Honor Court composed of two representatives from each class. Upper class representatives are elected by the student body each spring and freshmen representatives are elected after the start of the fall semester. It is the job of the Honor Court to enforce the Honor System and to adjudicate violations. The Honor Court office and conference room are located in the Student Leadership Wing on the third floor of the Slemp Student Center.
Lauren Cary
Jennifer Wilson and Brian Wills
The Interfraternity Council (IFC) is the umbrella organization for four inter/national fraternities. The purpose of the IFC is to promote and further the best interests of the fraternity community, its member chapters, and The University of Virginia's College at Wise. Belonging to a fraternity entails a life-long commitment and encapsulates all parts of a student's life: academics, leadership friendship, brotherhood, athletics community servicecareer exploration and social activities.
Ryan Mottram
Joshua Justice
Holly Weisiger
Christopher Davis
A national, Greek Letter fraternity, Kappa Sigma Fraternity was founded in 1869 at the University of Virginia and is now the largest fraternity in North America. Kappa Sigma urges brothers to become leaders strives to actively participate in activities around campus, including philanthropy events, cookout, the annual Pig Roast and participation in every intramural sport.
Jacob Ritchie
Christopher Davis
Lambda Pi Eta is the honor society of the National Communication Association. Lambda Pi Eta exists to further the mission of the Association. Lambda Pi Eta strives to recognize, foster and reward outstanding scholastic achievement in communication studies, stimulates interest in the field of communication, promotes and encourages professional development among communication majors and provides an opportunity to discuss and exhcange ideas in the field of communication.
Stephanie Ring
Rachel Tighe
The Marching Highland Cavaliers is open to any student who has prior band experience. Members should be able to perform on brass, woodwind or percussion instruments or be able to perform routines with flags, rifles or baton. Tryouts are held in the spring.
J. J. Hanchack (Drum Major)
Rick Galyean
The purpose of the Multicultural Alliance is to provide educational opportunities (i.e. speakers, special programs, panel discussion) concerning multicultural issues for the students, faculty, and staff at the University of Virginia's College at Wise and for the surrounding communities. The MCA will assist in creating an atmosphere at UVa-Wise where all people will be treated with equal respect and will be provided with equal access to every facet of UVa-Wise's progam irrespective of race, gender, age, national origin, ethnic group, religion or any disabling condition.
Leah Arthur
Sandra Jones
The National Residence Hall Honorary recognizes individuals living in the residence halls who have provided outstanding service and/or provided important leadership in the advancement of the residence hall system. NRHH recognizes the top 1% of residence hall leaders.
Lauren Cary
Angela Lemke
The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) is open to all students at UVa-Wise. The NSTA is an alliance of the National Science Teacher's Association, Arlington, VA. The purpose of NSTA is promote the mission of NSTA, to acquaint preservice teachers of science with the support resources from NSTA, to provide professional development in science education to preservice teachers and to acquaint preservice teachers of science with others like themselves at their university or college across the United States and Canada.
Katharine Weedon
Lucian Undreiu
Order of Omega is a national, Greek leadership honor society that recognizes Greek leaders who have made significant contributions to inter-Greek relations and activities and who inspire others to strive for similar conspicuous attainment. Order of Omega brings together
outstanding fraternity men and women to create an organization which will help to mold the sentiment of the institution on questions of local and intercollegiate fraternity affairs. Order of Omega also brings together members of the faculty, alumni, and student members of the institution's fraternities and sororities on a basis of mutual interest, understanding and helpfulness and helps create an atmosphere where ideas and issues can be discussed openly across Greek lines and to help work out solutions.
Holly Weisiger
Julie Scott
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Joel Williamson
The Panhellenic Council (PHC) is the umbrella organization for four inter/national sororities at UVa-Wise. Membership is composed of sorority women at UVa-Wise.
Heather McIlvaine
Chris Davis
Phi Beta Lambda provides opportunities for postsecondary students to develop business-related career competencies. PBL is an integral part of the instructional program and in addition promotes a sense of civic and personal responsibility.
Jared Owens
Gary Stratton
The Theta Rho chapter of Phi Sigma Sigma prides itself on being one of the most diverse organizations on campus. The chapter is made up of ladies from several different ethnicities and backgrounds. Their main focus as a group is to serve the campus, the community, and their International organization through fundraisers and philanthropy events. Their focused philanthropies include: The National Kidney Foundation, The Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Awareness Fund, The Ronald McDonald House, the two oversea's children they sponsor through Children's International, their Adopt-a-Street, as well as local nursing homes and orphanages that we volunteer with.
Teresa Griffin
Diane Cornett
Pi Kappa Phi is a national, Greek letter social fraternity. For over 100 years, Pi Kappa Phi has been building better men on college campuses across the country. Pi Kappa Phi is a first class fraternity who firmly believes in the tenets of Character, Leadership, Academics, Sportsmanship, and Service. The Epsilon Epsilon Chapter takes pride in being the longest standing social Greek organization on campus. Active in student government, athletics, intramurals, the arts, numerous academic organizations, and community service projects, the brothers of Pi Kappa Phi are leaders in many ways.
Ted Leonard
David Amos
A national, Greek letter social fraternity, Pi Lambda Phi was founded in 1895 at Yale University. Pi Lambda Phi has the distinction of being the first non-sectarian fraternity in the United States, meaning it was the first fraternity to give membership to anyone regardless of race, color or creed. The fraternity is devoted to helping support its national philanthropy, the March of Dimes, continue to care for premature infants. In addition to a strong sense of community involvement, Pi Lambda Phi strives to bulid strong bonds among its brothers.
Jacob Mitchell
George Michael
The Pre-Law Society is open to all students of The University of Virginia's College at Wise with a true interest in Law and Government. The Pre-Law Society supports and assists all students who are interested in furthering their knowledge toward the study of Law and/or forms of government.
Selinda Stanley
George Michael
The purpose of the Pre-Professional Club is to assist in making students who desire to enter a profession by providing opportunities for self improvement and preparation for professional programs. The professions include, but are not limited to pre-medical, pre-pharmacy, dentistry, forestry, engineering, physical therapy, and veterinary medicine. Though generally oriented towards students who wish to enter these areas, anyone of any major who is interested may join. Volunteer work, test preparation material (MCAT, PCAT, etc.) and scheduling speakers, programs and workshops that could be beneficial to those aspiring to enter professional schools are emphasized.
Maurice Stuppard
Margie Tucker
Psi Chi is a national honor society whose purpose shall be to encourage, stimulate, and maintain excellence in scholarship of the individual members in all fields, particularly in psychology , and to advance the science of psychology.
Jenna Haynes
Bryan Hoyt
The Residence Hall Association at UVa-Wise promotes community among residents and students, represents all students living in residence halls and apartments, supplies channels through which residents may express opinions and peforms all other duties necessary for the betterment of residential students. RHA is a very active organization on campus and represents UVa-Wise at several state and regional conferences, including VACURH, SAACURH, and NACURH.
Clint Tipton
Angela Lemke
Chrisopher Ager
Chris Davis
The Sexual Orientation Alliance strives to provide a safe and friendly atmosphere for all students, regardless of sexual orientation, and to increase acceptance of diversity. Membership is open to anyone who is interested and open-minded.
Matt Trgovac
Beth Tipton
Sigma Zeta is an honor society dedicated to the sciences (natural science, mathematics, or computer science). The organization strives to encourage and foster the attainment of knowledge of the sciences and recognizes the attainment of high scholarship among those fitted for membership in this society.
Vacant
Van Daniel
The Step Team provides an opportunity for all those who wish to learn the art of stepping a chance to learn. The organization spreads awareness of this African American art form. The Step Team performs throughout the year at different events around campus. Anyone at UVa-Wise is welcome to join the step team, regardless of race, gender, age, national origin, ethnic group, religion, or any disabling condition.
Alesha Allen
NaKeisha Talley
The Student Activities Board at The University of Virginia’s College at Wise is a branch of the Office of Student Activities. Its mission is to provide a cultural, social, and recreational outlet for the student body of the College. The Student Activities Board strives to enhance the college experience by encouraging student involvement and leadership. We, the members of the Student Activities Board, are committed to providing various sources of entertainment that will create a sense of community amongst the student body. Our mission is to complement those of the College and the Office of Student Activities. Membership is open to all students that show an active interest in Student Activities.
Rachel Imburg
Josh Justice
This organization began out of concern for the ongoing genocide in Darfu, Sudan. STAND currently brings together students to work towards an end to the genocide in Darfur, Sudan but will continue to work towards an end to genocide everywhere once the crisis in Darfur ends. Specifically, it works to increase consciousness about the crisis in Darfur among fellow students and in the UVa-Wise community, to raise funds for relief and protection for the victims and displaced, and to advocate for political action to be taken for a swift and sustainable solution to ending genocide. Additionally, STAND leads groups of concerned students at campuses across the country by serving as a model and a nucleus for networking.
Lauren Cary
Diane Silver
Membership in the Student Development Advisory Board is open to all currently enrolled students at UVa-Wise. It is the intent that members utilize/have utilized the Center for Student Development and are familiar with the services and mission of the center. Members of SDAB advise the Center for Student Development staff in providing Mind-Body Connection programming to the UVa-Wise campus community.
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Kathy Elkins and Lelia Bradshaw
The Student Nursing Association's prupose is to engage students in shared governance and civic duty in order to prepare them for future leadership positions. In order to be a member, students must be accepted or have provisional acceptance into the UVa-Wise nursing program.
April Beason
Rebecca Mullins
The Student Virginia Education Association (SVEA) provides an opportunity to explore education as a profession, to evaluate student's aptitudes, capabilities, and interests as prospective educators. The Association strives to strengthen the teaching profession by encouraging pre-professionals to become active members in the United Teaching Profession.
Holly Mullins
Sandra Richardson
The mission of Teammates 4 Life is to inspire UVa-Wise students, athletes, faculty and staff to initiate or improve their relationship with Jesus Christ, and glorify Him through their talents. Any student or faculty and staff member can join Teammates 4 Life.
Luke Parks
Jim Holbrook
A national, Greek letter sorority, Theta Phi Alpha was founded in 1912.
Victoria Bevins
Chelsie Lawson
The UVa-Wise Ambassadors work in cooperation with the UVa-Wise Admissions Office. The Ambassadors work to develop positive attitudes among the students who express interest in UVa-Wise, educate and acquaint prospective students, parents and visitors in an honest and positive manner about college life at UVa-Wise, the college community, campus geography, and areas helpful to the aforementioned individuals, assist the various divisions of the college community, project an increased level of school spirit and pride to both the exisiting college community and prospective students, and provide feedback to the Admissions Office. Ambassadors assist by giving campus tours and helping at Preview Days.
Kandace Kilgore
NaKeisha Talley
Up Til' Dawn works to unite the UVa-Wise campus in an effort to raise much needed dollars for the children of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The organization promotes the value of service learning to all students at UVa-Wise and provides students the opportunity to accumulate valuable, practical knowledge through their Executive Board planning and program execution work. Membership and participation in Up 'Til Dawn is open to all students at UVa-Wise.
Clint Tipton
Lelia Bradshaw
The UVa-Wise Young Democrats work to educate young people about the political thought and activity and to support and promote the candidates and ideals of the Democratic Party of Virginia and the United States. Any full or part-time student enrolled in UVa-Wise is eligible for membership.
Kemper Edwards
Patrick Withen
The Wesley Fellowship at UVa-Wise provides students with an open arena for exploring one's faith and learning about what it means to be in relationship with God, others, and all of creation, through Jesus Christ. Through our many opportunities for worship, fellowship, spiritual growth, and service, students will experience the Christian faith as being very relevant to today and vital for lasting fulfillment. Membership is open to all persons involved in and related to the academic community who have a desire to involve themselves in and to participate in the Wesley Fellowship. The organization is open to ALL students.
J. Tyler Holbrook
Beth Tipton
The Wise Wellness Club is based upon the interdependence of 5 pillars of wellness: healthy body, mind, family, society, and finance. The organization works to bring people with similar understanding of overall wellness together and help them to improve all 5 dimensions of their healthy lives. Anyone is welcome to become a member of the Wise Wellness Club. Membership is voluntary and does not require constant attendance and/or participation in the meetings.
Elena Klinova
Betty Humphreys
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