Student Organizations

The African-American Society provides opportunities for the membership and other interested students to gain knowledge of the cultural heritage of those of African descent. This organization promotes and encourages an appreciation of various cultural interests as well as promoting those values necessary to full participation in society at large. Membership is open to all students.
Advisor: Damita Hill (205) 856-7884 dwhill@jeffstateonline.com

The Art and Animation Guild promotes campus and community awareness of the social value, impact, and importance of art. Membership is open to all students.
Advisor: Judy Knopf, (205) 856-7837

The Association of Clinical Laboratory Technician Students (ACLTS) is open to any Jefferson State student that is interested in the CLT program, whether currently enrolled in the program or not. The purpose of ACLTS it to promote clinical competencies, teamwork, enthusiasm, and leadership skills within the profession. The club strives to achieve these goals by attending seminars, state meetings and national meetings. ACLTS will also actively seek, create, and/or participate in projects which demonstrate our commitment to the promotion of health, independence, and overall well-being of the people in the community by way of our participation in charitable events.

The Association of Information Technology Professionals provides leadership skills and career information to all students interested in information technology.
Advisor: Linda Dobyns, (205) 983-5951

The Association of Radiologic Technology Students is an organization for students enrolled in the Radiologic Technology program. Its purpose is to recognize and promote leadership among students, and to promote the high standards of the profession.
Advisor: Sharon Barnes, (205) 856-6017

Campus Ministries provides an opportunity for fellowship, Bible study, service, and leadership development for students interested in Christian activities. Membership is open to all students regardless of denomination or religious background.

The Diamond Dolls Club exists to enhance the overall operation of the baseball program. Each member functions as an ambassador for the entire college community. This club is open to all females who are interested in the baseball program.
Advisor: David Russo at (205) 856-8523

The HPR Majors Club provides opportunities for those majoring in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation to share their common interests and goals. Members are involved in a wide range of activities including intramural sports, fund raisers, and state and national conferences.
Advisor: Bill Pharis, (205) 856-7879

Humanities Club We at the Jefferson State Humanities Club welcome all students and faculty of the college to join us for a number of great upcoming cultural trips this Spring and Summer! Whether you like museums, concerts, documentaries, or just plain fun intellectual debate and conversation the Humanities Club is your place. We have taken recent trips to the Birmingham Museum of Art and Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. We have trips planned to places such as the McWane Center, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, the Birmingham Zoo, and several other exciting outings! For more Information please call or email club sponsors: Zac Alexander: 520-5998 or via email zhalexander@jeffstateonline.com. Patrick Armstrong: 856-6035 or via email at wparmstrong@jeffstateonline.com.

Intercollegiate Athletics Intercollegiate Athletics Jefferson State competes in intercollegiate athletics in baseball, softball, and tennis. The college has membership in the Alabama Junior and Community College Conference and the National Junior College Athletic Association. The coaches recruit and award an allotted number of scholarships per sport. Tryouts are also conducted for international students. The Alabama State Board of Education requires drug testing for all student athletes. Copies of guidelines related to drug testing are available in the offices of the Athletic Director and the Business Manager. Title IX requires a gender equity report as it relates to intercollegiate athletics. Copies of Jefferson State Community College's report are available in the Learning Resources Center.
Advisor: Bill Pharis, (205) 856-7879

Intramural Sports Intramural Sports are open to all students. The program, which is not based on skill, offers athletic competition in flag football, basketball, softball, soccer, volleyball, badminton, bowling and tennis.
Advisor: Bill Pharis, (205) 856-7879

The Jefferson State Ambassadors serve as official hosts and hostesses for college-sponsored events, lead tours of the campus, and serve as student recruiters. Membership information is located in Allen Library room 100.
Advisor: Rodney Thompson 205-856-7914 rthompsn@jeffstateonline.com

The Jefferson State Association of Nursing Students is the local chapter of the National Student Nurses' Association and is open to all nursing and pre-nursing students enrolled at Jefferson State. The organization provides an opportunity to practice leadership skills and to participate in activities, which promote high standards in health care and in the profession of nursing.
Advisor: Anita Bogan, (205) 856-6018

The Jefferson State College Scholars Team is composed of academically gifted, full-time students who practice, host and participate in college academic tournaments throughout the state and region. These tournaments place emphasis on the intellectual skills of the participants. The members also assist in staffing area senior high school and college academic tournaments hosted by the college.
Advisor: Lucy Lewis 205-856-6040

The Jefferson State Singers is a choral group that performs at college and other functions. Membership is by competitive audition.
Advisor: Jessica Hall, (205) 856-7900

Phi Theta Kappa is an international honor society that recognizes academic excellence and promotes scholarship, leadership, service and fellowship. Invitations for membership in Jefferson State's award winning Pi Pi Chapter and Beta Lambda Delta are extended to returning full-time students who have a minimum 3.5 cumulative grade point average. Part-time students with a 3.5 cumulative grade point average who have completed at least 15 semester hours including ENG 101 and are eligible for MTH 100 are also invited for membership. Students are tapped for membership during fall and spring semesters. Pi Pi Chapter Advisor:, Beta Lambda Delta Advisor: Dr. Liesl Ward, (205) 983-5956.

The Pioneer News The Pioneer News is a newspaper published approximately seven times per year and is for students interested in working in journalism. The newspaper's mission is to serve as a learning laboratory for students and to provide educational, informational, and cultural resources to persons within the college community.
Advisor: Ray Edwards, (205) 856-6095

The Rotaract Club is a community service club as well as part of a global effort to bring peace and international understanding to the world. Rotaract is an international network of over 5000 clubs sponsored by Rotary International. Students will be provided opportunities to enhance personal development, to address physical and social needs of the community, and to promote better relations between people worldwide through a framework of friendship and service. Membership is open to all students.
Advisor: Jeanie Turner 856-7922

The Senior Adult Student Club is composed of students eligible for the Alabama state tuition-free scholarships. This club promotes communication between the senior students and the college community by engaging in service projects, raising funds for a scholarship program, and assisting senior students in developing vocational and leisure interests.
Advisor: Jade Beavers, (205) 856-7891

Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE)  provides students the leadership experience of teaching others how market economies operate, and how to use this knowledge to better themselves, their communities, and their countries. Students and faculty involve their communities in the free enterprise system by introducing a number of educational programs to their communities. Membership is open to all students and all majors. This award winning team sponsors the MST 225 class in which students receive college credit for membership in SIFE and the opportunity to develop a business plan and teach the experience to others.
Advisor & SIFE Fellow: Nancy Beauchamp at 856-8588 or nbeau@jeffstateonline.com

Sigma Phi Sigma is a national funeral service fraternity that seeks to promote scholarship, unity and professionalism among its members. Membership to XI Chapter (Jefferson State) is open to all students majoring in Funeral Service Education with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 after the completion of two terms with emphasis on becoming a licensed funeral director and embalmer.
Advisor: William Counce, (205) 856-7844

The Speech Team (Forensics Team) is an intercollegiate competition team that represents Jefferson State throughout the Southeast. Students compete in any of 14 different types of speeches or dramatic events. All Jefferson State students are encouraged to participate. The top students represent Jefferson State Community College at the national competition where Jefferson State traditionally places in the top 10.
Advisor: Janice Stuckey, (205) 856-7816

The Student Government Association serves and represents the student body by working toward the betterment of the college, by providing leadership training, by taking part in community projects, and by other activities which promote a sense of loyalty and school spirit. SGA Executive Council elections are held each spring. Senate elections are held each fall.
Advisor: Lauren Cooley lacooley@jeffstateonline.com (205) 856-8502

WJSR Radio Club is for students interested in working in radio and who wish to participate in operating WJSR, the campus FM radio station. The station's mission is to serve as a learning laboratory for students and to provide educational, informational and cultural resources to persons within its coverage area.
Advisor: Ray Edwards, (205) 856-6095

The Writer’s Round Table was organized to provide a friendly and supportive atmosphere for students, faculty, and alumni of Jefferson State Community College who have a desire to write.  Both novices and experienced writers are invited.  Works could include but are not limited to fiction, nonfiction, drama, and poetry.  Members are invited to share ideas and information.  They will help select submissions, create the layout, and edit Jefferson State’s literary magazine, the Atelier.
Advisor:  Brian Ingram 205-856-7827