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Student Clubs & Organizations HYPERLINK "" wilmu.edu/StudentLife American Criminal Justice AssociationThe Wilmington University Criminal Justice Association provides out-of-class learning experiences, networking opportunities, social interactions, and a sense of camaraderie among the Criminal Justice majors.Jacob Andrews; 302.327.4891Jacob.m.andrews@wilmu.edu CheckmatesDo you like playing chess or want to learn how to play chess? WilmU Checkmates meets at the New Castle Campus in the Student Center! All are invited to join, regardless of experience!Johnathon Miloro; 302.327.4747jsmiloro@wilmu.eduDigital Film Making Club The purpose of the Digital Film Making Club is to provide members with networking, education, career and portfolio development. Timothy Day; 302.356.6871timothy.c.day@wilmu.edu Dover AmbassadorsThe Dover Ambassadors assist with University events, provide campus tours, answer questions from the student perspective, and help with student services at the Dover site. Additionally, Ambassadors give back through participating in community service in the area. Jonathan Mallory; 302.734.2495jonathan.b.mallory@wilmu.eduDover Cyber Maker Club The Dover Cyber Maker Club’s primary purpose is to help students develop their skills with computer and network security. Students are able to take advantage of partnerships with Microsoft and VMware and learn how to build their own learning environment on their own computers. Additionally, students learn how to utilize Linux and Open Source software.Steven GomolskiSteven.d.gomolski@wilmu.edu Education ClubThis club is for any students who are interested in the education profession and in child development. The Education Club provides opportunities to interact and network, engage in professional discussions, to discuss current issues in education, and to develop experiences leading to the understanding of the educator as a lifelong learner.Dr. Jane Barfield; 302.356.6796jane.s.barfield@wilmu.eduGame ClubThe purpose of the Game Club is to provide a place for Wilmington University students to try out a variety of old and new types of gaming entertainment. Scott Shaw, Advisor; 303.356.6987scott.r.shaw@wilmu.eduGreen TeamThe Green Team is a volunteer group of students, staff and faculty striving to raise awareness on campus, at home and in the community. The Group is working to establish Sustainability programs that improve environmental quality, decrease waste, and conserve natural resources and energy. Higher education institutions bear a profound responsibility to increase the awareness, knowledge, skills and values needed to create a just and sustainable future. Thomas Hurd, Advisor; 302.356.1180thomas.w.hurd@wilmu.eduHigher Education Student AssociationThe Higher Education Student Association (HESA) is a student-led organization, focusing on the development and support of future higher education doctoral students. The organization is focused on creating an environment that promotes understanding, guidance, and support through peer networking based on journeys and experiences other students have taken on their way to becoming a Doctor of Higher Education. Dr. Nina Buchanan; 302.327-4868jenine.x.buchana@wilmu.eduMilitary/Veteran Student Organization (MVSO)The purpose of the Military/Veteran Student Organization (MVSO) is to promote camaraderie and encourage networking amongst our Military and Veteran students through a non-political social organization. James Webb, Advisor; 302.342.8669james.s.webb@wilmu.eduMulticultural Student AssociationThe mission of the Multicultural Student Association is to foster and enrich Wilmington University Students' awareness of diverse cultures. We will offer support and guidance to our members as well as actively participate in functions on and off campus. Angelina Burns, Advisor; 302.356.6741angelina.l.burns@wilmu.eduMuscle Movement at WilmU Muscle Movement at Wilmington University helps raise awareness and support for local families who are affected by neuromuscular diseases. The club also provides an applied learning experience in organizational management, fundraising, public speaking, marketing, communications, and a variety of additional educational fields. Peter Bailey, Advisor; 302.295.1191peter.a.bailey@wilmu.edu Online Student AssociationThis organization is for all WU students that want to connect with other students and participate with online activities. Members will have a chance to network with students, faculty, and staff in a relaxed atmosphere.Kelly Clayton, Advisor; 302.356.2454kelly.t.clayton@wilmu.eduPing Pong Club The mission of the Ping Pong Club is to bring people together who share a love of table tennis. All students are welcome to join, regardless of experience. Jim McCloskey; 302.356.6880James.m.mccloskey@wilmu.edu Poetry & Arts ClubThe Poetry & Club is a place where students can express their thoughts through spoken word and poetry. All students are welcome to join, regardless of major. Meetings are typically held on Fridays in the Student Center.Kelsey Styles; 302.327.4759Kelsey.t.styles@wilmu.edu Psychology/Organizational Dynamics Student Association Our club allows members to explore internships, career opportunities, attend workshops & lectures with guest speakers, and build relationships in the field. This organization is committed to developing the field and practices of OD through sharing best practices, innovations, trends, research, approaches, and techniques.Kelly Cheeseman, Advisor – New Castle Chapter; 302.356.6764kelly.a.cheeseman@wilmu.eduSociety for Human Resource ManagementThe Wilmington University Student Chapter—Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is responsible for providing students with an overview and opportunities in the field of human resource management. Robin Weinstein, Advisor; 302.669.6605robin.b.weinstein@wilmu.edu Spectrum Spectrum promotes awareness, acceptance, tolerance, and support of LGBTQIA+ students, staff and allies.Kevin Barry; 302.295.1170Kevin.g.barry@wilmu.edu Sports Management ClubThe Wilmington University Sports Management Club is open to students interested in the sports management and business fields. The club helps students take advantage of sports management events and conferences in the area. Dr. Janice Wardle, Advisor; 302.356.6786janice.e.wardle@wilmu.eduStudent United WayThe Wilmington University Student United Way is a student-run branch of the United Way of Delaware. We are a group of student volunteers devoted to lending our time and talent for the benefit of our surrounding community. Through our efforts, we hope to encourage other students to become both active members of our club and volunteers within their own community. Ultimately, our goal is to inspire our members to continue giving and volunteering beyond their experiences at Wilmington University. Patty Greene, Advisor; 302-356-6752patty.t.greene@wilmu.edu, suw@wilmu.eduStudent Government AssociationThe Student Government Association (SGA) is the primary governing body of all students enrolled at the University. Through SGA, students have a voice in planning collegiate activities and performing community service on a regular basis. Meetings are typically held one Wednesday per month at 4pm in the Pratt Student Center. Alice Miller, Advisor; 302.356.6966alice.k.miller@wilmu.edu, sga@wilmu.edu Student Legal AssociationThe purpose of the Student Legal Association is to build professional and personal networks for students with their instructors, advisors, and the legal community at-large; to foster personal and academic camaraderie among students; to educate the membership by means of guest speakers from the legal community; to inspire a sense of pride in the community through volunteer opportunities, to prepare members to join the legal community upon graduation with the knowledge and support necessary for success.Nicole Ballenger, Advisor; 302.356.6765Nicole.e.ballenger@wilmu.edu WilmU Reads Book Club The WilmU Reads Book Club was created to provide a space for students, faculty and staff to build community through participating in monthly book discussions and activities. Meetings are typically held during lunchtime and members are welcome to bring their lunch and chat about the club’s latest book selection.Jim McCloskey; 302.356.6880James.m.mccloskey@wilmu.edu WilmU Toastmasters Club Toastmasters is a nonprofit educational organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of helping members improve their communication, public speaking, and leadership skills. Meetings are usually held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at the Wilson Grad Center at 6:15pm. Dr. Adrienne Bey, Advisor; 302.295.1224adrienne.m.bey@wilmu.edu WilmU Toastmasters – Dover Toastmasters is a member organization for the purpose of helping members improve their communication, public speaking, and leadership skills. Meetings are typically held on Saturday mornings at the Dover site. Jonathan Mallory; 302.734.2495jonathan.b.mallory@wilmu.eduWildcat CheerleadersThe Wilmington University Wildcat Cheerleaders perform at basketball games, compete in local/national competitions and can be seen at many other campus and community events. Ashley Mundy, Coach/Advisor; 302.356.6817ashley.r.mundy@wilmu.eduYoung Professionals AssociationThe Young Professionals Association is open to all current students and young alumni (less than 5 years out). The YPA creates, promotes, and engages in opportunities that enhance leadership and networking skills while sharing the spirit of philanthropy and school pride. The YPA will foster these skills as students prepare for their roles as future alums. Donna Hardy, Advisor; 302-295-1162donna.j.hardy@wilmu.eduHonor SocietiesBehavioral Science Honor Society, Pi Gamma Mu Pi Gamma Mu is an international honor society for eligible Behavioral Science, Psychology, and Organizational Dynamics students. The mission of Pi Gamma Mu is to encourage and promote excellence in the social sciences and to uphold the ideals of scholarship and service. Dr. Johanna Bishop; 302.356.6863Johanna.s.bishop@wilmu.eduBusiness Honor Society, Sigma Beta Delta Sigma Beta Delta, the international society in Business, Management, and Administration, was established in 1994 to honor students who have attained superior academic records in business programs in colleges with regional accreditation. This organization exists to encourage and recognize scholarship and accomplishment among business and management students and to promote aspirations toward personal and professional achievement.The Wilmington University Chapter of Sigma Beta Delta was formed in 1995. An induction ceremony is held twice a year, usually on the Friday before the January and May graduation. This ceremony recognizes the academic achievement of the top 20% of that year’s business graduates. The inductees are presented with a certificate acknowledging their achievement, a Sigma Beta Delta lapel pin, and a green and gold honors cord which is to be worn with the academic attire at graduation.Dr. Janice Wardle 302.356.6786Janice.e.wardle@wilmu.edu Communication Honor Society, Lambda Pi Eta, Alpha Chi Sigma Chapter Lambda Pi Eta was founded by the students of the Department of Communication at the University of Arkansas in 1985, and became the national honor society for outstanding students in communication in 1994. Today, more than 450 chapters can be found nationwide. Students in their junior or senior year are considered for this society based on high academic success and achievement in their studies for a bachelor’s degree in communication. Membership is by invitation only, with induction in November of each academic year. New members are presented with a certificate, a Lambda Pi Eta label pin, and a red and white honor cord to be worn with academic attire at their commencement ceremony.Dr. Janice Colvin 302.356.6786Janice.e.wardle@wilmu.edu Criminal Justice National Honor Society, Alpha Phi Sigma Eta Beta Chapter The purpose of this organization will be to promote excellence within the Criminal Justice major. The goal is to prepare students to become scholarly practitioners in their chosen profession. Membership is limited to those students who are Criminal Justice majors. Undergraduate students must have obtained junior status, have a 3.4 cumulative GPA, with a 3.4 GPA in all Criminal Justice courses. Undergraduate students must have also completed 15 Criminal Justice credits at Wilmington University. Graduate students must have completed their degree with a 3.75 GPA.Kirk Trate, 302.295.1165Kirk.r.trate@wilmu.edu Delta Alpha Pi, International Honor Society, Delta Alpha Pi, Gamma Alpha Chapter Delta Alpha Pi is an international honor society that was established to distinguish students who have attained superior academic records while managing personal setbacks. The mission of Delta Alpha Pi is to recognize strength, achievement and pride in these students. DAPi also sponsors activities and service projects throughout the academic year.Christyn Rudolf, 302.356.6937Christyn.e.rudolf@wilmu.edu Education International Honor Society, Kappa Delta Pi The Wilmington University Chi Phi Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi is an International Honor Society in Education. The society elects those students to membership who exhibit high ideals in scholarship, high personal standards, and promise in teaching.Dr. Thelma Hinds, 302.356.6983Thelma.m.hinds@wilmu.edu Epsilon Pi Tau Honor Society, Delta Lambda Chapter Epsilon Pi Tau is an international honor society that encourages academic excellence of students in fields devoted to the general study of technology and the preparation of practitioners for the technology professions. It recognizes and provides services to students in degree and certificate programs in accredited higher education institutions offering associate through doctoral degree programs. It provides recognition of individuals for achievement and leadership, and is a medium for professional development. Membership in Epsilon Pi Tau is open to technology students and professionals with careers in technology. Students are considered for membership in this International Honorary Society because of their academic excellence. Only those individuals who have shown scholastic success are considered.Dr. Cheryl WilmoreCheryl.k.wilmore@wilmu.edu Human Services Honor Society, Tau Upsilon Alpha National Organization, Nu Chapter Tau Upsilon Alpha (TUA) National Human Services Honor Society, Nu Chapter, is open to graduate students in the Administration of Human Services program. Students who have completed at least 24 credits, have a 3.5 GPA or higher, and are in the top 35% of their class are invited for membership. The purpose of TUA is to honor academic excellence; to foster lifelong learning, leadership, and development; and to promote excellence in service to humanity. TUA also sponsors a Service Society, which is open to any student who is interested in engaging in community service projects.Dr. Allan ZabackAllan.r.zaback@wilmu.edu, 302.327.4864Legal Studies Honor Society, Lambda Epsilon Chi Lambda Epsilon Chi (LEX) was established in 1994 to recognize those individuals who have demonstrated superior academic performance in an established program of paralegal/legal studies. In order to apply for induction into Lambda Epsilon Chi prospective students must: Complete two-thirds of their LES core courses (33 credits for bachelor; 18 credits for certificate); Achieve an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher in their LES courses; Submit an application; and write an essay(s) on an assigned topic and formal recommendation from the Legal Studies Advisory Board.Amy O’Dell, Esq., 302.356.6836Amy.l.odell@wilmu.edu Liberal Studies National Honor Society, Alpha Sigma Lambda, Delta Chi Omega Chapter Alpha Sigma Lambda is the largest adult nontraditional student honorary society in the United States, serving the adult student population for more than 60 years following its founding at Northwestern University in Chicago. This society recognizes the special achievement of select Liberal Studies bachelor’s degree students in their junior or senior year who accomplish high academic excellence while maintaining commitments to family and career. Chapters can be found in both private and public colleges and universities across the county. Membership is by invitation only, with induction in November of each academic year. New members receive a certificate, an Alpha Sigma Lambda label pin, and a burgundy and gold honor cord to be worn with academic attire at their commencement ceremony.Janice Colvin, 302.356.6728Janice.k.colvin@wilmu.edu Nursing International Honor Society, Omicron Gamma Chapter of Sigma Theta TauSigma Theta Tau International (STTI) is a non-profit organization which recognizes superior achievement in nursing. In addition, STTI fosters high professional standards and the development of leadership qualities, encourages creative work, and strengthens commitment to the ideals and purposes of the profession. Omicron Gamma is the Wilmington University chapter of STTI. Membership is by invitation only. Induction occurs in the spring of each year.Angie Steele-Tilton, 302.356.2021Angela.b.steele-tilton@wilmu.edu Psychology International Honor Society, Psi Chi Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology, was established by charter at Yale University in 1929. The honor society now has over 700,000 members and is the largest student psychological association in the world. The mission of Psi Chi is to "encourage, stimulate, and maintain excellence in scholarship of the individual members in all fields, particularly in psychology, and to advance the science of psychology".Dr. Rebecca Ghabour, 302.545.6831Rebecca.m.ghabour@wilmu.edu ................
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