Student Organizations

The purpose of the Baptist Collegiate Ministry is to encourage fellowship for students in a Christian atmosphere; to encourage Bible study and the practice of its teachings; to organize students for service and ministry projects; to assist students to share their faith; to offer guidance as students face crisis and critical choices for their lives; and to train students for a life of leadership. BCM has an open membership policy, but the leadership is made up of growing Christian students. The organization is Christian in perspective. BCM provides for students to meet with those whose values and beliefs are the same. Through their common interests, they can develop their concerns for others, both on and off campus, and offer assistance. Students with a spiritual concern for others will be attracted to Baptist Collegiate Ministry.

Sponsor: Bill Hughes

coach_sweetpea@yahoo.com

New Hope is a service organization through which college students can find a means of responsible student action in the communities and a more active involvement in the life of the campus. New Hope mission is to involve college and university students in campus and community service while developing quality leaders and citizens. New Hope inspires people to better our world. Its motto is “Giving New Hope to Those in Need.” New Hope provides constructive opportunities for students to become involved on campus and in the community through service work to others in need.

Requirements: No academic requirements to qualify, we accept any and all with a heart to help others.

Sponsor: Shelia Priest and Terri Anderson

spriest@asumh.edu, tanderson@asumh.edu

The Criminal Justice Club is open to anyone interested in learning more about and participating in the criminal justice systems. The purpose of the club is to promote job opportunities in the criminal justice program and to make known to the community the criminal justice program. The club provides a vehicle for community service in the many aspects of the criminal justice system and it provides a spirit of camaraderie among criminal justice students who share common interests and career goals.

Sponsor: Tim Bentley

tbentley@asumh.edu

The GSA of Arkansas State University - Mountain Home brings together gay youth and straight allies to help eliminate homophobia on campus and in the community. By raising awareness of different sexual and gender identities, celebrating the wide-ranging diversity of the student body, and advocating for equal treatment for people of all sexual orientations, the GSA will create a school environment free of homophobic sexual, verbal, and physical harassment. Through acceptance, the GSA will help reduce isolation and depression and provide a safe place to offer support.

Sponsor: Becky Baird and Eddie Dry

rbaird@asumh.edu, edry@asumh.edu

This Writers Club (formerly Journalism Club) provides the opportunity for students to develop new skills in creative writing, media, public relations, advertising while following all ethical standards of accuracy and fairness within the journalism profession. The purpose of the Journalism Club shall be to further journalistic values and education outside the classroom, share experiences and knowledge, train and offer writing experience to members, volunteer in the community and on campus, and complete and issue a college digital and/or print publication.

Sponsor: Jessica Sisco 

jsisco@asumh.edu

The purpose of this organization is to promote job opportunities for students in the funeral science program; to make known to the community the funeral science program, its students, and its importance; to provide a vehicle for community service the many aspects of the funeral industry; to provide input to the administration on matters of interest and concern to the funeral science students; to seek scholarships and grants in the field of funeral science; and to provide a spirit of camaraderie among funeral science students who share common interests and career goals.

Sponsor: Matt Buel

mbuel@asumh.edu

The purpose of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate is to provide opportunities for college students to develop vocational competencies for business and office occupations and business teacher education. FBLAis an integral part of the instructional program and in addition promotes a sense of civic and personal responsibility.

Requirements: No academic requirements are required to join. There is a $20 membership fee.

Phi Theta Kappa is an academic honors organization for students in two-year colleges. The purpose of the organization is the advancement of scholastic effort and the rewarding of academic merit among college students.

Requirements: Membership is by invitation in accordance with local chapter by-laws. To be considered, a student must have accumulated 12 semester hours with at least a 3.50 GPA.

Sponsor: Rebecca Baird & Cyndi Crisel

rbaird@asumh.edu, ccrisel@asumh.edu

The Environment Science Club of ASU Mountain Home (the Hellbenders) provides educational outreach to the campus and throughout local communities to increase understanding and appreciation of Arkansas stream systems as well as promoting environmental advocacy and stewardship.

Sponsor: Eddie Dry

edry@asumh.edu

The role of the student ambassadors at ASUMH is to assist the administration with promotion of the university, represent the student body at special events, and assist with recruiting of students.

Sponsors: Stephanie Beaver and Brooke Grissum

sbeaver@asumh.edu, bgrissum@asumh.edu

The Student Government Association brings life to the ASUMH campus. It is the organization’s goal to give voice to the student body and to provide engaging activities and events for our campus. The SGA plans, organizes, and implements events and activities each semester that give students an opportunity to become involved with the university and the community. The organization strives to provide a mix of social, recreational, and educational programming that are designed to enrich the college experience of the ASUMH student. SGA works with other student organizations to promote volunteerism through example. Students from across campus volunteer annually for charitable events such as the Great Arkansas Highway Clean Up project, and the annual American Cancer Society Relay for Life.

The goal of SGA is to give voice to the student body and to provide engaging activities and events for our campus. The SGA plans, organizes, and implements events and activities each semester that give students an opportunity to become involved with the university and the community.

Sponsors: Stephanie Beaver, Brooke Grissum, Matt Franklin

sbeaver@asumh.edu, bgrissum@asumh.edu, mfranklin@asumh.edu

What is the nature of our group?

1. FTC is a group that connects future educators in the ASUMH and ASTATE education programs through volunteer work benefiting the college and local schools.

2. We work as a liaison with local schools to provide volunteers when they have events. We also volunteer for events on the ASUMH campus.

3. We require our members to meet a certain number of volunteer hours to maintain membership in the club.

4. FTC would use additional funds to provide professional development opportunities and funding to attend conferences for education students.

Requirements: You must be a currently enrolled student with an ASE major, as well as in good academic standing.

Sponsor: Laura Knox

lknox@asumh.edu

The Association of Students with Disabilities and Chronic Conditions (ASDCC) unites people on campus who identify as having a disability or chronic condition, who may be caregivers to someone with a disability or chronic condition, or who have an interest in learning more about disability culture, history, and awareness.  The purpose of the ASDCC is to help promote a safe community for students (both able-bodied and not) to talk about issues regarding disabilities and chronic conditions, campus accessibility, accommodations, and to just have fun in a supportive environment. Find us on Facebook!

Sponsors: Emily Noblin and Lacie Pharis

enoblin@asumh.edu, lpharis@asumh.edu

The mission of Chess Club is to create a safe environment where students of the Arkansas State University Mountain Home (ASUMH) community who want to play chess, regardless of experience or identity, can meet for two purposes: To play exhibition games of classical and blitz chess and introduce new players to the game. To formulate discussions led by more experienced players, covering topics including but not limited to opening theory, strategy, and tactics.

Sponsor: Dr. Clement Mulloy

cmulloy@asumh.edu

The purpose of Swipe Out Hunger—ASUMH Student Branch is to address college hunger issues on our campus and in the surrounding community. The organization aims to: 1. Partner with Swipe Out Hunger to establish and maintain a meal donation program. 2. Raise awareness about food insecurity among students and the community. 3. Advocate for policies and programs that support food access and affordability. 4. Foster collaboration with other organizations, faculty, and staff to tackle hunger.

Sponsor: Nancee Sherick

nsherick@asumh.edu

The purpose of the organization is to create an opportunity for art and non-art students to express their artistic abilities. The art club includes traditional and digital art forms - they will be creating, teaching and sharing art using various software and mediums. The club's purposes also include organizing trips to museums or art appreciation and understanding of art, promote professional development of the advancement of art, connect to local businesses who create and use art in their daily work, and create a forum to discuss art. 

Sponsor: Dane Hustead

dhustead@asumh.edu