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Student Organizations and Activities

Parkland College offers many extracurricular activities for all Parkland students. These activities, many funded by Student Government, provide students with opportunities for self-expression and to make new friends, learn new skills, develop lifelong interests, and learn through practical experiences. For more information, please call the activities program manager in the Office of Student Life, 217/353-2627, or visit room X161.

Student Association

All Parkland students are members of the Student Association and can vote in Student Government elections. The Student Government, composed of the executive branch (president, vice president, treasurer, and secretary) and the legislative branch (10 senators), represents the Student Association in developing and recommending policies and procedures regarding the welfare of students; establishes a budget for student activities; develops cultural, social, and educational activities; and promotes worthy student organizations. The Student Association also elects a student trustee to serve as a representative with an advisory vote on the college Board of Trustees.

All students are encouraged to be candidates for Student Government and student trustee. Elections and qualifications are detailed in the Student Association Constitution available in the Student Government office, X159, or the Office of Student Life in X153.

Student Organizations

ACCESS – Students with disabilities and allies
Alpha Phi Omega – service and philanthropy
Black Student Association
Club Latino
College Democrats
College Republicans
Equine Riding Team
French Club
German Club
Frontier Conversation Club – international cultures
Hospitality Industry Club
I.P.L.S.A. Parkland Chapter – land surveyors and building construction
International Students Association
Karate Club
Magic @ Parkland – “Magic” game players
Massage Therapy Students Association
Muslim Students Association
Parkland Christian Fellowship
Parkland College Student Computing Solutions
Parkland Engineering Society
Parkland Motorsports – Automotive Technologies
Phi Alpha Chi – Agriculture Club
Phi Beta Lambda – business students
Phi Theta Kappa – Honor Society
Pre-Law Club
Queer & Ally – LGBT students and allies
Rotaract
S.A.D.H.A. – Student American Dental Hygienists Association
Sister to Sister – cultural support organization
S.N.A.P. – Student Nurses at Parkland
Surgical Technology Club
Veterinary Technicians Association
Women in Computer Sciences and Information Technology

Students interested in participating in any of these organizations, or in starting a new group, should contact the Office of Student Life in X153.

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Phi Theta Kappa, international honor society of the twoyear college, invites applications from students who have earned 12 semester credit hours at Parkland in courses numbered 100-299 toward an A.A., A.S., A.E.S., A.F.A., or A.A.S. degree and have achieved a minimum of a 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) college (cumulative) GPA. Phi Theta Kappa promotes scholarship, leadership and service, and fellowship among members.

Parkland’s chapter is Alpha Psi Eta. New members are inducted in the fall and spring. For more information, please call the chapter advisor at 217/353-2349.

Parkland College Alumni Association

The Parkland College Alumni Association was established in 1984 to promote alumni involvement with the college by keeping members informed about activities, programs, services, and the continued growth of Parkland College. The association supports the goals and objectives of the college through fellowship and group activities, both on and off campus. For more information on membership benefits, please call the Alumni Association at 217/351-2458.

Student Publications

The Prospectus, a weekly newspaper with a circulation of 2,500 on campus and in District 505, offers students experience in reporting, writing, photography, advertising, production, design, and online design.

Student writers and editors use Macintosh computer equipment to produce the paper. Positions are open to all students; those majoring in journalism, advertising, and visual arts find this experience particularly helpful in building their portfolios of published material. Writers and photographers are paid as consultants. Paid positions and scholarships are available. For information, call 217/353-2627.

Images is the literary and fine arts magazine published by the Prospectus, featuring short fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and visual and digital arts created by Parkland students. From October through April, student/faculty committees collect and evaluate submissions for inclusion in the publication. For more information, call 217/353-2627.

All student publications are governed by a student-faculty board (Publications Board) and by the Student Government. For information, call 217/351-2206.

 

Intramural Activities

Intramural activities are provided for all Parkland students and staff. Funded and staffed by students, the intramural program offers bowling; volleyball; basketball; running; and other sports, contests, activities, and special events.

Individuals interested in participating in Intramurals can obtain information in Room P204. For information, call 217/351-2226.

Art, Music, and Theatre

The Fine and Applied Arts department provides students with opportunities to enrich their artistic development through a variety of art, music, and theatre activities. Art students participate in juried shows held annually in the Art Gallery, and may exhibit year-round in the Art Gallery Annex of the Parkland Library. The music program sponsors a variety of vocal and instrumental ensembles. The Parkland College Theatre contributes a beautiful setting for music and theatre productions that range from comedies, to Broadway-style musicals, to serious contemporary plays. Participation in theatre productions is determined through open auditions; most music ensembles do not require auditions.

Livestock, Horse Judging, and Riding Team

Parkland offers opportunities to be involved in livestock and horse judging and horse riding competition. Parkland’s teams have competed nationally and have received numerous awards and trophies. These activities are funded in part by student activity fees. For more information, contact the Business and Agri-Industries Department, 217/351-2213.

Wellness Center

The Wellness Center (L122) provides health information and healthy living initiatives, community referrals, smoking cessation program, stress management and chair massage, and alcohol and other drug education for faculty, staff, and students. Illness, first-aid, and medical emergencies should be directed to Public Safety. Call 217/373-3879 for more information.