2024-2025 Student Handbook 
    
    Nov 21, 2024  
2024-2025 Student Handbook

Student Organizations


CHI ALPHA

Chi Alpha’s mission is to develop the spiritual life and abilities of students in relation to GOD, to each other, and to the world at large. Our core values are WORSHIP, FAMILY, AND MISSION. Chi Alpha seeks to introduce fellow collegians to an authentic relationship with Jesus Christ through the teachings of the Assemblies of God USA and the Pentecostal Christian context. For more information contact Michael Loya at (501) 812-2776.

 

COLLEGE HEALTH AND NUTRITION CLUB

The College Health and Nutrition Club promotes awareness and education about health, nutrition, and overall wellness for college students. The Club supports and encourages healthy lifestyle choices and provides opportunities for students to learn, discuss, and engage in activities and events related to health and nutrition. Membership is open to all currently enrolled students who are interested in health and/or nutrition. If you are interested in learning more please contact club advisors Jamie Ryan (501)812-2767 or Shannon Wilcox (501)812-2244.


FINE ARTS CLUB

The Fine Arts Club promotes the education and appreciation of all avenues of the fine arts including, but not limited to, visual arts, performing arts, and creative writing. Art Club hosts an annual trip to Crystal Bridges Art Museum among many other activities. Contact Kate Evans at (501) 812-2832 for more information.


HISTORY/POLITICAL SCIENCE CLUB

The purpose of History Club is to promote and educate the campus community about history and how it influences everyday life. Club activities include visits to local historical sites and museums. For more information contact Sam Staggs at (501) 812-2263.

 

METRO BAPTIST COLLEGIATE MINISTRIES

The purpose of Metro Student Ministries is to encourage student fellowship, to develop student leadership skills, to provide opportunities for the study of the Bible and to practice its teachings, to organize students for service and ministry projects, and to assist students in communicating the meaning of their faith and to offer guidance as student navigate college. Membership is open to all UA - PTC students. For more information, text 24587 and send in keyword “metroptc” (must be lowercase).


PHI THETA KAPPA

Phi Theta Kappa is an international honor society that promotes academic excellence. Members are eligible to compete for scholarships and to participate in regional and national meetings. Phi Theta Kappa members strive to foster academic excellence and to develop leadership skills. Each fall and spring semester, the chapter extends invitations for membership to students who have completed a minimum of 18 credit hours at UA - PTC that are applicable to an associate degree. A minimum 3.5 cumulative grade-point average is required. Contact Jessica Wise at (501)771-6082 for more information.


POLITICS AND HISTORY CLUB

The mission of UA-PTC’s Politics and History Club empowers students to work for the public good by engaging with politics and history in an environment that fosters civil mindfulness. For more information contact Sam Staggs at (501) 812-2263.


PSYCHOLOGY SOCIETY

The purpose of the Psychology Society is to educate the UA-PTC community about the field of psychology and its use in everyday life and to bring about awareness on issues related to the field of psychology and mental health. The Psychology Society’s goal is to connect students to the school, build a sense of community, and allow students to discover their passions and strengths for future education and careers. The club regularly holds meetings and events in which Psychology Society members may network with members within the field of psychology and other UA-PTC students, faculty, and staff. Meetings are held every third Tuesday of the month at 3 p.m. on Zoom. Any student who is enrolled at UA-PTC is eligible for membership. For more information contact Michael Loya at (501) 812-2776.


RAINBOW ALLIANCE

The mission of the Rainbow Alliance is to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for LGBTQIA+ students, faculty, and staff at UA-PTC. Our goals are to support, educate, and provide a social environment for our campus through advocacy, professional developments, and community-building. For more information contact Sam Staggs at (501)812-2263.


SCIENCE CLUB

The UA-PTC Science Club is open to any currently enrolled student at UA-PTC who is interested in science or STEM. There are no dues required for membership. Contact Dr. George Lauster at 501-812-2302.


SIGMA KAPPA DELTA

Sigma Kappa Delta is a chapter of the National English Honor Society. Sigma Kappa Delta promotes interest in literature and the English language while exhibiting high standards of excellence among its members. Each fall semester invitations are extended by the chapter to students who have completed at least one college course in the English language or literature and who have also completed at least 12 credit hours at UA - PTC. Candidates shall have no grader lower than a “B” in English and must have a 3.30 cumulative grade-point average. Contact Kate Earney at (501) 812-2832 for more information.

 

SKILLS USA

SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. SkillsUSA’s mission is to empower its members to become world-class workers, leaders, and responsible American citizens. SkillsUSA is open to UA - PTC students who are enrolled in technical classes associated with SkillsUSA. For more information, please contact your class instructor in Culinary Arts or the Technical Sciences Division.

 

STUDENT AMBASSADORS

Student Ambassadors represent UA- Pulaski Technical College in various functions such as orientations, campus tours, school visits, speaking engagements, community service, recruitment of future students, and other events. Student ambassadors must be enrolled in UA - Pulaski TechnicalCollege through fall or spring semesters and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade-point average. Student ambassadors receive a tuition and fee waiver scholarship. Membership is limited and conditional. Applications are available on the UAPTC website. For more information, contact Michelle Anderson at (501) 812-2756 or Daphne Hale (501)812-2227.

 

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

The Student Government Association (SGA) consists of 10 elected student representatives and one representative from each registered student organization. At-large representative positions are elected during the fall semester. Interested students must complete a Petition for Candidacy by the
specified deadline. The election of executive officers shall be held during the fall semester. Nominations will come from within the current membership of the SGA. Students must maintain a 2.5 GPA, be in good financial standing with the College, and have no record of student code of conduct violations. For more information, call Braden Taylor (501) 812-2881.

 

VIRTUAL FINANCE CLUB

The Virtual Finance Club is a great way for students to grow their skills and professional network. This student organization aims to promote, educate, and foster an appreciation of financial topics and business. Experts regularly attend meetings and speak on topics such as (but not limited to) budgeting, taxes, loans, home buying, investing, and many more. For more information contact Dr. Vondra Armstrong (501)812-2252 or Lindsay Kullenberg (501)812-2290.