Clubs and organizations are active on an academic year basis. To be considered an active club or organization, the sponsor must submit an updated constitution and current year roster, and must elect two representatives to serve on the Student Senate. This information is kept on file with the Coordinator of Student Activities located in the Student Union and can be made available to you by contacting the office at (620) 792-9271.
Alpha Sigma Lambda, Kappa Beta Chi Chapter Non-Traditional National Honor Society
Alpha Sigma Lambda (ASL) is the premier national honor society for nontraditional adult students. ASL recognizes the special achievements of adults who accomplish academic excellence while facing competing interest of home and work. Barton Community College has it's own chapter, Kappa Beta Chi, which serves both main campus and Ft. Riley campus students. To qualify for membership, the student must have completed 24 graded credits, including a minimum of 12 academic hours towards the general education concentration for an associate's degree. Those selected must have a minimum grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale, or its equivalent.
Sponsor: Carol Dellinger, Learning Resource Center L-139, (620) 792-9295
dellingerc@bartonccc.edu
Barton Collegiate Farm Bureau
Barton Community College Collegiate Farm Bureau is a student organization with the goal of promoting agriculture though leadership and social activities. All Barton students are eligible for membership. Collegiate Farm Bureau is sponsored by the Barton Agriculture Business Management Department, the Barton County Farm Bureau, and Kansas Farm Bureau.
Contact:Vic Martin, T-Building, Room T190, (620) 792.9207 martinv@bartonccc.edu
Campus Christian Fellowship
Campus Christian Fellowship at Barton Community College exists to introduce students to Jesus Christ and help students grow in their relationship with God by being connected with other Christians and honoring God with their life using their gifts to serve others. The organization is composed of Christian students or students interested in learning more about Christianity who meet every week during the fall and spring semesters. Their large group meeting, called BASIC, meets in the Housing Commons T.V. room every Thursday night at 9 PM and is open to all. Prayer, Bible study and sharing dominate the weekly large group meeting. The group also organizes small-group Bible studies that meet through the week, fall and winter retreats, Spring Break mission trips and a variety of other campus activities. SafeRide, a free ride for college students on Friday nights, is a ministry that CCF students organize. Any college student can call the hotline to get a ride between campus and town. CCF students are always present in the van to visit with and help their peers. Come and get involved!
If you would like someone to contact you, you may complete this confidential CCF form.
Sponsor: Brian Howe, C-Building, C-116, (620) 792-9254
howeb@bartonccc.edu
Cheerleaders, Yell Leaders and Mascots
This is a highly select group of students who perform at all basketball games, both at home and away, and assist with other athletic events. Cheerleaders and Yell Leaders are selected on the basis of athletic and gymnastic ability, leadership, personal appearance, personality and scholastics.
Sponsor: Stephanie Joiner, PE Building, Room 113, (620) 792-9311
joiners@bartonccc.edu
Community Student Organization
Any student with a Workforce Training & Community Education Major at Barton Community College is eligible for membership. The organization's purposes include: to promote a wider acquaintance among its members, to maintain and increase their interest in community service, to develop leaders in the various Workforce Training & Community Education Majors, to aid in any campus activity relating to club work, to foster the best interest of Barton Community College and the interest of Community Student Organization members and encourage others to come to Barton Community College.
Sponsors:Shanna Legleiter, T-Building , Room T-127, (620)792-9398,
legleiters@bartonccc.edu and
Kathy Boeger, T-Building , Room T-126, (620)792-9203,
boegerk@bartonccc.edu
Computer Club
The club provides an opportunity to increase leadership abilities of the members, provide insight to the computer area of the real world and recognize the characteristics important for future employment. It also gives students the opportunity to meet others with the same career interest.
Contact: Cristi Gale, T-Building, Room 79, (620) 786-1183, galec@bartonccc.edu
Hispanic American Leadership Organization (HALO)
The Hispanic American Leadership Organization (HALO) is open to all Barton students. HALO promotes the Hispanic culture on campus and in the community. Provides an inviting environment to develop leadership skills, social skills, community service, and fostering of academic and career achievement.
Sponsor: Baudilio Hernandez, Learning Resource Center, L-110, (620)-786-1174
hernandezb@bartonccc.edu
International & Multicultural Club
Barton Community College International & Multicultural Club is a student organization that is open to all students intereseted in fostering multiculturism through the college and college community through leadership and social activities.
Sponsor: Nicole Schneider, Learning Resource Center L-130, (620) 792-9363
schneidern@bartonccc.edu
Journalism Crew (J Crew)
The Journalism Crew (J Crew) of Barton Community College is for students interested in the study of journalism including print, radio or broadcast. J Crew seeks to unite journalists of talent, truth and energy in good fellowship; to foster the best interest of journalism at Barton County Community College; and to interest others in the Barton journalism program. No Journalism experience needed.
Sponsor: Yvonda Acker, Student Union, U-124, (620) 792-9239
ackery@bartonccc.edu
Lambda Alpha Epsilon
The Sigma Phi Omega Chapter was established at Barton Community College in 1969 for students and practitioners. S.P.O. provides fellowship among students studying criminal justice through a variety of social and professional events. Students may also receive training in crime scene investigation, firearms, and a variety of other criminal justice related functions to compete against other college chapters both in-state and regionally.
Sponsor: Randy Smith, T-Building, T-100, (620) 792-9299
smithr@bartonccc.edu
Nursing Club
The Nursing Club, an affiliate of Kansas Association of Nursing Students (KANS) and the National Student Nursing Association (NSNA) was established as a means of promoting interest in the nursing field. It is dedicated to the purpose of helping students achieve a better understanding of health-related issues and to develop qualities and skills that will assist in assuming leadership roles now and in the future.
Sponsors:Louise Masden, T-Building, T-90, (620) 792-9356
masdenl@bartonccc.edu
Evelyn Parker, T-Building, T-79, (620) 792-9353
parkere@bartonccc.edu
Rita Schmidt, T-Building, T-80, (620) 792-9351
schmidtr@bartonccc.edu
Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Theta Kappa is the largest honor society in American higher education with more thatn 2 million members and 1,200 chapters located in all 50 of the United States and eight international countries. To be considered for membership in Phi Theta Kappa, one must have previously attended Barton Community College one semester and be currently enrolled in 12 or more hours at the College. The applicant must have a minimum grade point average of 3.5 and be nominated by faculty to earn membership. The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa is to recognize and encourage scholarship among students. It also provides opportunities for the development of leadership, service, the intellectual exchange of roles, and continued academic excellence.
Sponsors: Stephannie Goerl, C-Building, C-119, (620) 792-9261
goerls@bartonccc.edu
Kathy Boeger, T-Building, T-126, (620) 792-9203
boegerk@bartonccc.edu
St. Justa Pottery Guild
The St Justa Pottery Guild exists to serve students who are interested specifically in pottery and in general ceramics. Members promote the use of ceramics in the context of everyday life. Opportunities to foster leadership and social skills will be presented to the members. Members support each other through the exchange of ideas related to creating and marketing works of art.
Sponsor: Bill Forst, Fine Arts Building, F-137, (620) 792-9387
forstb@bartonccc.edu
Student Ambassadors
The Student Ambassadors serve as representatives of the college by conducting and scheduling campus tours and participating in recruitment activities. Ambassadors are selected from both the freshman and sophomore classes through an application and interview process.
Sponsor: Tana Cooper, Kirkman Building, P107A, (620) 792-9241
coopert@bartonccc.edu
Student Government Association (SGA)
SGA is the representative governing body of the student population. It is composed of elected student officials. The main purpose of the SGA is to provide a voice for the student population on campus and to plan student activities. The SGA Office is located in the lower level of the Student Union. Please direct questions and suggestions to the SGA President or Office of Student Life at (620) 792-9271.
Sponsor: Diane Engle, Student Union, U-126, (620) 792-9271
engled@bartonccc.edu
