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Indian Hills Community College
Student Clubs and Organizations
Student Clubs and Organizations
Indian Hills Community College
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OTTUMWA CAMPUS ................................................................................................................ 3
Student Senate.......................................................................................................................................... 3
The Academy............................................................................................................................................. 3
Allies for Equality ...................................................................................................................................... 3
Aero Club................................................................................................................................................... 3
Art Club ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
Athletic Training Club ................................................................................................................................ 4
Automotive Collision Technology Club ..................................................................................................... 4
Automotive Technician Club ..................................................................................................................... 4
Business Professionals Club ...................................................................................................................... 4
CLS (Clinical Lab Sciences) Club ................................................................................................................. 5
Computer Networking Club ...................................................................................................................... 5
Computer Programming Club (Code Warriors) ........................................................................................ 5
Criminal Justice ......................................................................................................................................... 5
Culinary Arts Club...................................................................................................................................... 5
Diesel Power Systems Club ....................................................................................................................... 6
Digital Forensics ........................................................................................................................................ 6
Drama Club ............................................................................................................................................... 6
ECE (Early Childhood Education) Club ...................................................................................................... 6
EMS (Emergency Medical Services) Club .................................................................................................. 7
E-Tech Club ............................................................................................................................................... 7
Jazz Band ................................................................................................................................................... 7
Horticulture Club....................................................................................................................................... 7
HOSA Club (Future Health Professionals) ................................................................................................. 7
Laser Club .................................................................................................................................................. 8
Multicultural Club ..................................................................................................................................... 8
New Life Christian Fellowship ................................................................................................................... 8
OTA (Occupational Therapy Assistant) Club ............................................................................................. 8
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Phi Theta Kappa ........................................................................................................................................ 8
PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant) Club ...................................................................................................... 8
Renewable Energy Club ............................................................................................................................ 9
Robotics/SkillsUSA Club ............................................................................................................................ 9
Science Club .............................................................................................................................................. 9
Scrub Club (Nursing) ................................................................................................................................. 9
Skeleton Crew Club (Radiology) .............................................................................................................. 10
Smile Squad Club (Dental Assistant) ....................................................................................................... 10
Therapeutic Massage Club ...................................................................................................................... 10
Warrior Basketball Band ......................................................................................................................... 10
CENTERVILLE CAMPUS ....................................................................................................... 11
Student Senate........................................................................................................................................ 11
Ag Club .................................................................................................................................................... 11
Construction Tech Club ........................................................................................................................... 11
Science Club ............................................................................................................................................ 11
Scrub Club ............................................................................................................................................... 11
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OTTUMWA CAMPUS
Student Senate
The object of Student Senate is to represent study body ideas and concerns through active
leadership. Membership is open to all Indian Hills students and those students taking classes
through a cooperative program. The Student Senate is charged with planning activities and
programs to meet the diverse needs of the student population. As well, the Student Senate
oversees the activities of all clubs recognized as active on the Indian Hills campus.
Advisor:
Jennifer Sabourin, (641) 683-5240, or [email protected]
The Academy
Highly motivated students will find that the Arts and Sciences Academy program is an excellent
opportunity to share experiences with people who have similar interests. Specialized classes,
field trips, guest speakers, discussion groups, seminars, and honors banquets highlight this
distinguished program.
Advisor:
Dr. Garry Meredith, (641) 683-5111, x1826,
or [email protected]
Allies for Equality
The purpose of the LGBT Pride is to provide a safe, supportive environment for LGBT students,
as well as heterosexual students who are in favor of gay rights. Specific goals of the LGBT Pride
include educating the public on related social issues and providing a clear alternative to any and
all covert and/or overt bigotry on campus or in the community. Membership is open to all
enrolled students who identify themselves as homosexual, bisexual, or transgendered.
Membership is also open to all students who are heterosexual but advocate the rights of the
aforementioned minority groups.
Advisor:
Heather Davison, (641) 683-5111, x1813,
or [email protected]
Aero Club
The IHCC Aero Club’s intent is to provide opportunities for its members to explore the aviation
world outside of school hours. Our mission is to expand the knowledge of aviation in ourselves
and throughout the community by demonstrating safety and discovering new horizons in
operation and maintenance.
Advisor:
Dan Braun, (641) 683-4255, or [email protected]
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Art Club
The purpose of the Art club is to provide opportunities for students to experience various area of
art. Specific goals of the Art Club are to create more interest in and understanding art and the
visual and performing arts, assist students in establishment of occupational and creative goals,
strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work, and encourage scholarship.
The Art Club is an integral part of the instructional, visual and performing arts programs at
Indian Hills.
Advisor:
Lisa Fritz, (641) 683-5111, x2210,
or [email protected]
Athletic Training Club
The club exposes students to a wide range of academic and clinical experiences, settings, and
professionals representing a broad spectrum of medical health fields. As well, the club provides
members with an appreciation for the physical, psychological, and emotional demands of
physical and active individuals. They strive to develop the critical thinking, decision-making,
and communication skills necessary for success in the field of athletic training. Membership is
open to students enrolled in the Athletic Training program. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Brian Bounds, (641) 683-5166, or [email protected]
Automotive Collision Technology Club
The purpose of this club is to be an additional resource for technical and educational services to
improve members’ expertise and to be a catalyst between employers and students. Membership
is comprised of students enrolled in the Automotive Collision Technology program. Scholarship
funds are available.
Advisors:
Steve Garrett, (641) 683-4267, or [email protected]
Nate VanHaaften, (641) 683-4271, or [email protected]
Automotive Technician Club
The Automotive Tech Club promotes and engages in all technician educational services within
this field of study. Members must be actively enrolled in the Automotive Technology program.
Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Andy Summers, (641) 683-5209or [email protected]
Cale Hutchings, (641) 683-5209 or [email protected]
Business Professionals Club
The purpose of the Office Assistants is to be involved in the community and campus service. The
Office Assistant club is to be advocates for the programs of Administrative Assistant and
Accounting Assistant. To promote professionalism, retention and personal development among
club members. Provide scholarships and encourage the academic success of peers.
Advisor:
Diane Darland, (641) 683-1751, or [email protected]
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CLS (Clinical Lab Sciences) Club
The CLS Club has been established to advocate the profession of laboratory sciences, as well as
the IHCC Clinical Laboratory Sciences program, and the college as a whole. Its membership
promotes professionalism, provides scholarship, and is involved in community service. The club
promotes personal development, as well as encourages the academic success of its peers.
Members must be enrolled in the Clinical Laboratory Sciences program. Scholarship funds are
available.
Advisor:
Tiffany Anderson, (641) 683-4245 or [email protected]
Computer Networking Club
The object of the CNS Club is to represent the membership’s ideas and interests through any
extracurricular activities and to give each other support and knowledge from one another within
the Computer Systems Networking and Security field. Memberships are open to students
enrolled in the Computer Systems Networking and Security program. Scholarship funds are
available.
Advisor:
Brady McFarland, (641) 683-1747, or [email protected]
Computer Programming Club (Code Warriors)
This club’s purpose is to enhance the computer student’s learning experience through such
activities as corporate contact, competitive events and social functions. Membership is open to
any student enrolled in one or more courses leading to a Computer Programming degree.
Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Kevin Throckmorton, (641) 683-5120,
or [email protected]
Criminal Justice
The objective of the Criminal Justice Club is to provide an outlet for the interests of students
planning on a career in the field of law enforcement. The club instills a sense of professionalism
and unity in its members. Members of the Criminal Justice Club must be enrolled in the Criminal
Justice program. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Don Waltenberger, (641) 683-5111, x1842,
or [email protected]
Culinary Arts Club
The purpose of the club is to develop leadership and organizational skills for its membership,
promote pride in and awareness of the Culinary Arts as a profession, provide students with the
opportunity to gain practical experience in a variety of culinary fields, and to motivate its
members by allowing them to pursue areas of group interest in the Culinary Arts field. The club
competes within the ACF and helps certify its membership with the ACF. All members must be
associated with the Culinary Arts program. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Mark Fisher, (641) 683-5198, or [email protected]
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Diesel Power Systems Club
The Diesel Power Systems Club promotes and engages in technical and educational services of
diesel power to provide an additional resource for its membership, in addition to recognition and
support. Membership is open to students enrolled in the Diesel Power System program.
Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Allan Ready, (641) 683-5289, or [email protected]
Digital Forensics
The mission of the Digital Forensics Club is to increase awareness of the Digital Forensics field
to the public through open fundraisers, extracurricular activities, and events. Members must be
full-time students enrolled in the Digital Forensics program. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisors:
Brian Thompson, (641) 683-5210, or [email protected]
Barry Houser, (641) 683-5210, or [email protected]
Disc Golf
The Disc Golf Club encourages members to be ambassadors for the sport of disc golf, which
includes (a) learning and understanding the rules and etiquette of the sport, per the PDGA; (b)
respecting the campus and its 18-hole course by abiding by the posted rules and picking up trash
whenever possible; and (c) developing teamwork skills that foster a “community” mindset with
regard to the sport. Membership is open to any student carrying a minimum of 6 credit hours.
Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Victor Streeby, (641) 683-5111, x1838, or [email protected]
Drama Club
The purpose of the IHCC Drama Club is to provide opportunities for students to experience
various fields of drama. Specific goals are to create more interest in and understanding of drama
and the visual/performing arts, assist students in the establishment of occupational and creative
goals, strengthen the confidence of the students in themselves and their work, and encourage
scholarship. Activities include field trips, sponsoring invited speakers, discussing recent dramatic
events, and participating in ongoing projects established by members of the Drama Club.
Scholarship funds are available.
Advisors:
Jennifer Boyenga, (641) 683-5111, x1812,
or [email protected]
Ronelle Willadsen, (641) 683-5111, x1843,
or [email protected]
ECE (Early Childhood Education) Club
The objectives of the ECE Club are to be involved in community and campus service, advocate
the profession of ECE, as well as the IHCC ECE program and the college as a whole, promote
professionalism, provide scholarship, promote personal development, and encourage the
academic success of peers. A member of the ECE Club must be a student enrolled in the ECE
program. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Gina Buttikofer, (641) 683-5317, or [email protected]
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EMS (Emergency Medical Services) Club
The purpose of the EMS Club is to support emergency medical services in the IHCC regional
area through development of public safety initiatives, enhancement of EMS resources, and the
provision of educational opportunities with a high code of ethical standards among the EMS
Club members. Membership is open to all EMS students. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Cindy Hewitt, (641) 683-5122, or [email protected]
Rhonda Lamb, (641) 683-1784, or [email protected]
E-Tech Club
The purpose of the E-Tech Club is to be an additional resource for technical and educational
services to improve its members’ expertise and to be a catalyst between employers and students.
Its mission is to expand mechanisms to provide information regarding Electronic Engineering
Technology and to provide recognition and support for E-Tech Club members. Scholarship funds
are available.
Advisor:
Tony Kury, (641) 683-5208 or [email protected]
Jazz Band
The ensemble allows students to perform an exciting array of unique vocal and instrumental
versions of jazz, rhythm, and blues, Latin and popular tunes. Much of the music for the group is
arranged specifically for current members. Previous experience in jazz or improvisation is NOT
a requirement. The band performs several times a year for various college and community
functions. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
David Sharp, (641) 683-5111, x1836, or [email protected]
Horticulture Club
The purpose of the Horticulture Club is to promote opportunities in the Landscape and Turfgrass
industry along with providing educational activities engaging the community while staying
current with trends in the industry. The club participates in activities and holds fundraisers
throughout the year.
Advisor:
Neric Smith, (641) 683-5194, or [email protected]
HOSA Club (Future Health Professionals)
The purpose of the HOSA organization is to develop leadership and technical HOSA skill
competencies through a program of motivation, awareness and recognition, which is an integral
part of the Health Science Education instructional program. The mission of HOSA is to enhance
the delivery of compassionate, quality health care by providing opportunities for knowledge,
skill and leadership development of all health science education students, therefore, helping the
student meet the needs of the health care community.
Advisor:
Tisha Pruiett, (641) 683-1853, or [email protected]
Tiffany Randall, [email protected]
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Laser Club
The Laser Club is an additional resource for technical and educational services to improve
members’ expertise and to be a catalyst between employers and students. Membership is open to
students enrolled in the Laser program. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Frank Reed, (641) 683-5211, or [email protected]
Multicultural Club
The objective of the Multicultural Club is to promote cultural, spiritual, social and educational
growth through diversity activities and volunteerism. The club’s mission is to provide
opportunities to develop organizational and leadership skills, to coordinate campus wide events
and activities that will add cultural appreciation to the Indian Hills experience, and to create
associations with other students regardless of their background. Membership is open to all
students at Indian Hills Community College. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Ashley Albertson, (641) 683-5755, or [email protected]
New Life Christian Fellowship
New Life Campus Fellowship (NLCF) is an interdenominational student club focused on
connecting students with one another as we seek God and serve the community together. We
meet weekly for Bible study and periodically for community service activities. All students are
welcome.
Advisors:
Rhonda Eakins, (641) 683- 5154, or [email protected]
Kara Beary, (641) 683- 1810, or [email protected]
OTA (Occupational Therapy Assistant) Club
Members of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program are advocates of the profession of
occupational therapy. The OTA Club will promote personal development, professionalism,
provide scholarship and community service. The OTA Club is open to students enrolled in the
OTA program. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Kelly Decious, (641) 683-4244, or [email protected]
Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Theta Kappa is a nationally recognized honor society. Students are eligible for membership
if they have completed 12 hours of course work leading to an associate degree program and have
a GPA of 3.5 and above. A membership fee is required.
Advisor:
Heidi Peterson, (641) 683-5111, x1832, or [email protected]
PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant) Club
Members of the Physical Therapy Assistant program are advocates of the profession of physical
therapy. The PTA Club will promote personal development, professionalism, provide
scholarship and community service. The PTA Club is open to students enrolled in the PTA
program. Scholarship funds are available.
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Advisors:
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Lori Kielkopf, (641) 683-5318, or [email protected]
Renewable Energy Club
The Renewable Energy Club was established to assist members with technical and educational
resources to improve its members’ skills and to be a channel between employers and students.
The mission of the club is to expand its members’ knowledge regarding Renewable Energy
Technology and to provide recognition and support for Renewable Energy Club members.
Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
J.P. Jones, (641) 683-4241, or [email protected]
Robotics/SkillsUSA Club
The Robotics/SkillsUSA club promotes professionalism and Robotics/Automation in the
manufacturing field. The students experience hands-on activity, network with potential
employers, compete in state and national contests, tour production facilities and attend
presentations pertaining to cutting edge technology in the automation field. The club provides the
means for its members to demonstrate the high caliber of knowledge gained at IHCC, thereby
increasing their marketability to potential employers. Membership is open to enrolled students
participating in the Robotics/Automation program. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Walt Kamerick, (641) 683-5120, or [email protected]
Science Club
The purpose of the Science Club is to provide opportunities for students to experience various
scientific fields including (but not limited to) astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology, physics,
and medicine in both academic and industrial environments. Specific goals are to create more
interest in and understanding of science, assist students in the establishment of occupational
goals, strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work, and encourage
scholarship. Activities include field trips, speakers, discussions of recent scientific papers, and
ongoing research projects established by members of the Science Club. Scholarship funds are
available.
Advisor:
Dr. Lee Wymore, (641) 683-5111, x1845,
or [email protected]
Scrub Club (Nursing)
The objective of the Scrub Club is to advocate the profession of nursing, as well as the IHCC
Nursing Program, and the college as a whole. They promote professionalism, provide
scholarship, and are involved in community service. The Scrub Club promotes personal
development, as well as encourages the academic success of peers. Members of the Scrub Club
must be enrolled in the Nursing program. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Le Harvey, (641) 683-5162, or [email protected]
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Skeleton Crew Club (Radiology)
The objective of the Skeleton Crew Club is to advocate the profession of Radiologic
Technology, as well as the IHCC Radiologic Technology Program and the college as a whole.
The club promotes professionalism, provides scholarship, and is involved in community service.
The Skeleton Crew Club will promote personal development, as well as encourage the academic
success of peers. Members must be enrolled in the Radiologic Technology program. Scholarship
funds are available.
Advisors:
Tammy Delker, (641) 683-5316, or [email protected]
Amanda Beane, (641) 683-1781, or [email protected]
Smile Squad (Dental Assistant)
Our purpose is to raise awareness of oral health both on campus and within the community. We
hold multiple fundraising events throughout the academic year plus the club participates in the
Iowa Dental Association’s Annual Session, the American Dental Assistants Association and the
Mission of Mercy wherever it is held in the State of Iowa each year.
Advisor:
Carol Sexton-White, (641) 683-5298, or
[email protected]
Kim Brown, [email protected]
Therapeutic Massage Club
Members of the Therapeutic Massage Program have organized to promote their skills in
leadership and communicating and to further their education. The club is focused on furthering
their development. Members must be enrolled in the Therapeutic Massage Club. Scholarship
funds are available.
Advisor:
Wade Schelker, (641) 683-1779, or [email protected]
Warrior Basketball Band
Made up of members of the Indian Hills Jazz Band, the Warrior Basketball band performs at all
IHCC home basketball games in the Hellyer Student Life Center. This unique stage ensemble
performs an exciting array of vocal and instrumental versions of rhythm & blues, jazz, Latin, and
popular tunes. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
David Sharp, (641) 683-5111, x1836, or [email protected]
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Student Senate
The object of Student Senate is to represent study body ideas and concerns through active
leadership. Membership is open to all Indian Hills students and those students taking classes
through a cooperative program. The Student Senate is charged with planning activities and
programs to meet the diverse needs of the student population. As well, the Student Senate
oversees the activities of all clubs recognized as active on the Indian Hills campus.
Advisor:
Bruce Dickerson, (641) 856-2143, x2219,
or [email protected]
Ag Club
The purpose of the Ag Club is to promote sustainable agriculture opportunities and education for
the community and to stay current of trends within the industry. The club participates in
activities and holds fund-raisers throughout the year. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Brydon Kaster, (641) 856-2143, x2216, or [email protected]
Construction Tech Club
The Construction Tech Club promotes and engages in all technician educational services within
the Construction Technology and Construction Management programs. Activities include field
trips, fund-raiser projects, and social gatherings. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Mark Walsh, (641) 856-2143, x2204, or [email protected]
Science Club
The purpose of the Science Club is to provide opportunities for students to experience various
scientific fields including (but not limited to) astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology, physics,
and medicine in both academic and industrial environments. Specific goals are to create more
interest in and understanding of science, assist students in the establishment of occupational
goals, strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work, and encourage
scholarship. Activities include field trips, speakers, discussions of recent scientific papers, and
ongoing research projects established by members of the Science Club. Scholarship funds are
available.
Advisor:
Chad Gatlin, (641) 856-2143, x2234, or [email protected]
Scrub Club
The objective of the Scrub Club is to advocate the profession of nursing, as well as the IHCC
Nursing Program, and the college as a whole. They promote professionalism, provide
scholarship, and are involved in community service. The Scrub Club promotes personal
development, as well as encourages the academic success of peers. Members of the Scrub Club
must be enrolled in the Nursing program. Scholarship funds are available.
Advisor:
Dixie Coy, (641) 856-2143, x2220, or [email protected]
Darcie Weilbrunner, [email protected]
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