Clubs and Organizations
Alpa Pi
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Catherine Tiwald Office: LS-210 (623) 845-3919 catherine.tiwald@gccaz.edu
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The purpose of this organization is to recognize academic excellence of students in the study of Associate degree Nursing. The society shall encourage the pursuit of advanced degrees in the profession of Nursing as well as continuing education as a life-long learner--promoting the recruitment of qualified individuals into the profession of Nursing.
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Donna Allen Office: O5-111 (623) 845-4760 d.allen@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Ed McKennon
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ai@gcmail.maricopa.edu | |
www.myspace.com/aigcc https://www.facebook.com/aigcc |
To expand the awareness of human rights in order to impact change. Club email: ai@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Anthropology Club
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Dean Wheeler Office: O5-129 (623) 845-3903 dean.wheeler@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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To educate and assist people on information relating to Anthropology and Archaeology
Arab American Association
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Kim Feld Office: O2-119 (623) 845-4818 k.feld@gccaz.edu
Michelle Jackson
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The purpose of this organization is to bring people from the Middle East together. The aim is to assist the new generation of students in becoming future leaders, who are capable of bringing peace to the world. To help each other succeed, progress educationally and socially. We are here to embrace each other’s intelligence, diversity and to help create progressive leaders in our Arab community. We intend to learn and embrace each other’s differences. This will lead us to bring the unity of the Arab Americans together.
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Connie Greenwell Office: SU-123D (623) 845-4474 c.greenwell@gccaz.edu
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www.gccaz.edu/ asg/13969.htm |
Serves the intellectual, moral, physical, and social interests of the student body; attempts to unify students, student clubs and campus personnel; promotes the rights of students; organizes social events, scholarships, and other programs.
Auto Club
(This club is housed at GCC North)
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David Jenkins Office: T1-121 (623)845-3572 david.jenkins@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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To provide a social outlet for groups of people who share a common interest in cars.
AzBLC
Arizona Business Leadership Club
| Advisor: |
Gary Marrer Office: O1-116 (623) 845-3235 gary.marrer@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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To enhance business and leadership skills and to provide networking opportunities for the business community.
Behavioral Health Science Club
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Steve Isham (623) 907-2828 steve.isham@gccaz.edu
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The purpose of the Behavioral Health Club is to promote interest in the Behavioral Health Science field, by actively providing an opportunity for fellow students to network with each other and professionals in the field, receive support from club members and the administration.
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James Tuohy Office: LS-290 (623) 845-3845 james.tuohy@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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gccbiotechclub.weebly.com/ |
To further the education of the membership in the area of biotechnology and make it aware of ongoing research in the field as well as opportunities for training, internship, and employment.
Black Student Union
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TBD
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Promotes understanding between African-Americans and other ethnic groups, addresses and works toward solutions to the problems relating to the education, economic, social, and political conditions of African-American people at GCC and in the community.
C.S.O. - Computer Science Organization
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Kristen Jaskie Office: MA-178 (623) 845-3703 kristen.jaskie@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Ken Macleish
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The purpose of this organization purpose is to promote and maintain a positive environment in which computer-related majors may have an opportunity to network, learn and participate in engaging activities among involving computers.
Ceramics Club
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Esmeralda Delaney Office: O3-103 (623) 845-3760 esmeralda.delaney@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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Promotes fine art and skills in the community; educates the community on fine arts through art exhibits and workshops; raises money for arts students; educates art students with attendance of museums, workshops, etc.
Christian Challenge
Expansion Group at GCC North
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Michael Holtfrerich Office: MA-165 (623) 845-3726 m.holtfrerich@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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Promotes interest in Jesus Christ, provide fellowship among students and faculty, and to represent student needs and wants in regard to the visibility and role of Christian Challenge and Christianity. In addition we will provide a forum for the presentation of innovative ideas to benefit the college community. Finally, we will assist students in discovering their full potential as contributing members of the college-community and society.
Cinema Society
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Lovinder Gill Office: FA3-112 (623) 845-3982 lovinder.gill@gccaz.edu
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The Cinema Society's purpose as a club is to create a community in an organized setting for any student who may be associated with film or video production
Le Coin Français
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Betsey Wheeler Office: O5-115 (623) 845-3917 betsey.wheeler@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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Promotes French language, culture and fellowship among French enthusiasts; participates in French Week festivities.
Compass: A Gay-Straight Alliance
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Linda Gray Office: O5-117 (623) 845-4564 julie.gray@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Chris Miller
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Compassclub4@yahoo.com | |
www.facebook.com/home.php#!/groups/CompassGSA |
COMPASS: A Gay/Straight Alliance strives to bring those who are interested together to speak as a group on personal trials and to become better educated on being a member of the GLBTQ (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, or Questioning) community, by bringing in guest speakers, videos, or having approved field trips
Connect to ASL
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Raymond Baesler raymond.baesler.jr@gccaz.edu
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Their purpose is to provide an engaging and inspirational atmosphere to foster the active interest and participation in American Sign Language at Glendale Community College and the community at large.
Delta Psi Omega - The GCC Gaucho Players
formerly the Drama Club
| Advisor: |
David Seitz Office: CL-25 (623) 845-3385 david.seitz@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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Stimulates interest in drama and theatre and provides opportunities for students to become involved with campus theatre activities.
Electronic Music
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Doug Nottingham Office: CL-21 (623) 845-3915 doug.nottingham@gccaz.edu
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The group is dedicated to supporting and learning the history, past, present, and future of electronic music.
Exceptional Students Club
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Renee Barstack Office: HT2-109 (623) 845-3450 renee.barstack@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Mark Ferris
Frank Rivera
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Provides positive support for students who are experiencing social or academic difficulties.
Exercise Science and Nutrition Club
| Advisors: |
Jennifer Hernandez (623) 845-3990 jennifer.hernandez@gccaz.edu
Stephanie Sawyer
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www.gccaz.edu/ fw/docs/ExSciNutritionClubFlyer.pdf |
The purpose of the club is to provide students who are interested in fitness, wellness, and nutrition with opportunities for community service, leadership and health promotion through participation on campus and within the local community.
Fellowship of College Christians
This club is housed at GCC North.
| Advisor: |
TBD
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To stimulate strong interest in Christ, to provide fellowship among students, and to promote a sense of community among members.
Firefighter's Challenge
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Monte Egherman Office: O4-117 (623) 845-3441 monte.egherman@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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For the education of firefighters that are trying to get employed today by learning from those that are currently employed on fire departments. Also, incorporating the Fire Academy students into helping the high school programs out by teaching them how things continue after high school.
First Year Experience Club
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Polly Laubach Office: CCS-112 (623) 845-3057 polly.laubach@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Deborah VanMarche
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To reach out to Glendale Community College students through social events to provide valuable information about services and to provide a networking system.
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Loren Schwarzwalter Office: O2-132 (623) 845-3774 loren.schwarzwalter@gccaz.edu
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web.gccaz.edu/ ~kshinema/FORENSICSPAGE1.HTML |
The GCC Forensics team competes nationally in events including oral interpretation of drama, poetry, and prose; impromptu and extemporaneous speech; and other formats of public speaking.
GCC Alumni Association(Activity/Association)
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Judy Sanchez Office: A-111 (623) 845-3481 judy.sanchez@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Suzanne Smelser
Alumni Telephone
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www.gccaz.edu/ Alumni/casCarouselAlumni.htm |
The GCC Alumni Association was established in 2001 and reaches over 30,000 alumni. Membership is open to all students whether or not you graduated from GCC. There is no fee to join but in order to receive an alumni ID card and receive the benefits that come with the card, you must register online through the website.
Mission Statement: The Glendale Community College Alumni Association honors GCC’s heritage and fosters lifelong connections among alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends. We encourage meaningful involvement and leadership to benefit the College. We cultivate goodwill and support for GCC by sponsoring social, educational, philanthropic, and service-oriented programs.
GCC Mens’ Volleyball
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Lisa Stuck Office: PE-144 (623) 845-3048 lisa.stuck@gccaz.edu
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Their purpose is to spread interest of volleyball for men and to help students that wish to continue playing.
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Elizabeth Jacobs Office: A (GCCN) (623) 845-4188 elizabeth.jacobs@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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web.gccaz.edu/ ~ejacobs/GCCN%20Psych%20Club.htm |
Their purpose is to provide an engaging and inspirational atmosphere to foster the active interest and participation in Psychology and in the community.
GCC Teachers' Club
(AzTEC)
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Heather Merrill Office: LA-122 (623) 845-3768 heather.merrill@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Nancy Oreshack
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www.gccaz.edu/ opa |
To stimulate interest in education; to address the nation’s current teacher shortage, with emphasis on Arizona; to promote and create avenues in the areas of career advisement, student networking, and partnerships among our members.
German Club
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Jerry Wood Office: CL-24 (623) 845-3903 (602) 568-2779 jerry.wood@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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For learning and discussing the German language and culture, and for enhancing fellowship among people interested in Germany, its language and culture.
Glendale Association of Student Nurses
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Rachel Jenkins Office: LS-209 (623) 845-3219 rachel.jenkins@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Laurie Schulz
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Aids in the development of student nurses by providing pre-professional organization, fostering good citizenship, providing a medium of interaction between nursing students and GCC personnel, and building interest in community service.
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Mary Harris Office: PS-112 (623) 845-3445 m.harris@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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www.facebook.com/pages/Glendale-Environmental-Club/112317838820720 |
To promote environmental awareness in the community.
International Student Association
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Ken Bus Office: B-204 (623) 845-3136 ken.bus@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Janell D'Mura
Betsey Wheeler
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Offers students of different cultures an opportunity to meet one another through academic and leisure activities.
Japanese Culture Club
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Tomomi Hayashi Office: O5-119 (623) 845-3843 tomomi.hyashi@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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To promote exploration and discovery of the Japanese culture among the Glendale Community College students; to encourage participation n Glendale Community College extracurricular activities and community.
Literature Club
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Phillip Roderick Office: O5-120 (623) 845-4923 phillip.roderick@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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To create a place for students who love to read to meet and discuss with peers the meaning, symbolism, and themes of literature.
Los Quetzales: Spanish Club
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Guiomar Borras Office: O2-111 (623) 845-3636 guiomar.borras@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Bel Quiros-Winemiller
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The purpose of this organization is to stimulate a strong interest in Hispanic culture and language, to provide fellowship among those interested students and to promote increased interest and knowledge of the language and culture among the members.
M.E.Ch.A.
Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlán
| Advisor: |
David Miller Office: O5-124 (623) 845-3707 david.miller@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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web.gccaz.edu/ mecha |
Encourages Chicano/Hispano students (and all ethnicities) to continue and pursue their education; encourages involvement in cultural and social issues, especially those affecting the Hispanic community; participates in social activities.
Midnight Metaphors: Creative Writers Club
Poetry and Literature
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Kimberly Mathes Office: HT2-107 (623) 845-4906
David Nelson
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Provides a forum for discussion and feedback of students' poetry, short stories, personal narratives, and novels.
Music Business II
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Bill Humbert Office: MU-155 (623) 845-3726 William.humbert@gcmail.maricopa.edu
David Nichols
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To gather students and help them have a better understanding of the music industry and how to run a record label.
Native American Student Association
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Isabel Conchos Office: A-148 (623) 845-3078 isabel.conchos@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Douglass Sonek
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Nasa_gcc@yahoo.com | |
www.myspace.com/nativegcc |
Promotes and plans activities to stimulate intellectual, social and moral growth for Native American students.
Phi Theta Kappa
International Honor Society of the Two-year College
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Connie Greenwell Office: SU-123D (623) 845-4474 c.greenwell@gccaz.edu
Pam Hall
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www.gccaz.edu/ ptk/ |
Recognizes and encourages scholarship among associate degree students; provides opportunity for the development of leadership and service, for an intellectual climate to exchange ideas and ideals, for fellowship, and for continuing academic excellence.
Philosophy Club
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Peter Lupu Office: LA-114 (623) 845-3747 peter.lupu@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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The purpose of the Philosophy Club is to promote a better understanding of ourselves and the world around us while bridging the gaps between different ideas and beliefs. We come together as a diverse group supporting one another and promoting individual philosophical endeavors.
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Jason Steward Office: PS-116 (623) 845-3260 jason.steward@gccaz.edu
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https://sites.google.com/site/gccpremedclub/ |
The GCC PreMed Club is a student-lead organization whose goal is to provide a framework for like-minded individuals interested in a career in medicine; assist members in preparing for admissions into med schools, provide guest speakers, opportunities in volunteering and employment, while individually helping each student discover and implement their personal path towards medicine.
Pre-Pharmacy Club
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Wei-Jen Lee Office: PS-121 (623) 845-3771 wei-jen.lee@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Joseph Springer
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- Furthers the education of the membership in the area of pharmacy;
- Assists members in preparing for admissions into pharmacy school;
- Helps members succeed academically;
- Helps expose students to the pharmacy profession;
- Provides distinguished guest speakers that will interact with members;
- Provides members with community and volunteer opportunities;
- Provides members with employment opportunities; and
- Provides support and social interaction through various functions.
Psi Beta
The National Honor Society in Psychology for Two-year Colleges
| Advisors: |
Karina Horowitz Office: LS-252 (623) 845-4774 karina.horowitz@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Lesley Schimanski
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www.gccaz.edu/ psyc/psibeta |
Promotes the professional development of psychology students through promotion and recognition of excellence in scholarship, leadership, research, and community service.
Queens and Kings for Christ
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TBD
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Their purpose is to help students, faculty and visitors expand networks, learn about Christ, develop lasting relationships and create fellowship. Members will learn problem-solving skills, social skills, and develop spiritual maturity.
Los Quetzales: Spanish Club
| Advisors: |
Guiomar Borras Office: O2-111 (623) 845-3636 guiomar.borras@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Bel Quiros-Winemiller
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Encourages Chicano/Hispano students (and all ethnicities) to continue and pursue their education; encourages involvement in cultural and social issues, especially those affecting the Hispanic community; participates in social activities.
Rotaract
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David Jenkins Office: T1-121 (623)845-3572 david.jenkins@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Gary Marrer
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The Rotoract Club is a community service based club that networks with the Rotary Foundation to transition its members into better jobs and schools so that the Rotary organization may recruit prospective new members. Prospective new members.
S.A.C.N.A.S.
Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science
| Advisors: |
Stacey Flores stacey.flores@gccaz.edu
Jose Mendoza
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Their purpose is to provide a forum for students from difference science majors and science-related majors to come together for academic, community service, and social activities of Glendale Community College.
S.T.E.M.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
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Dr. Kim Smith Office: PS-118 (623) 845-4769 kimberly.smith@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Josh Whitney
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web.gccaz.edu/ stem/ |
Stimulates a strong interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics; creates avenues of discovery, research, career advisement, and education in those areas and promotes student networking and community partnerships among the members. Meets Fridays at 2:00 p.m. in MA-128.
SHO
Student Honors Organization
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Anne Dudley Office: MA-196 (623) 845-3389 anne.dudley@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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An association of students of the Honors Program, to provide extra-curricular opportunities (scholastic, social, and service-related) for students in the Honors Program at Glendale Community College.
Shotokan Karate Club
| Advisors: |
Joseph Springer Office: PS-119 (623) 845-3791 joseph.springer@gcmail.maricopa.edu
James Tuohy
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To stimulate strong interest in martial arts, to provide fellowship among karate enthusiasts, and to promote strong morals, good character, and provide a place to gather.
Sigma Chi Eta
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Nanci Burk Office: O2-132 (623) 845-3705 nanci.burk@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Loren Schwarzwalter
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To serve as a chapter of National Communication Honor Society, for Communication majors.
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
S.H.P.E.
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TBD
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To promote the Hispanic community in all aspects through impacting the community; to promote S.T.E.M. fields, academic excellence and professional growth to all its members.
Students for Life
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Ashley Nicoloff Office: MA-168 (623) 845-4604 ashley.nicoloff@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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Purpose:
- To RAISE awareness of the pro-life movement, i.e., facts about abortion, resources, and alternatives for crisis pregnancies. This will be achieved through speakers, conferences (state-wide) and debates.
- To CONNECT with and serve as a preparation/partnership group with ASU students for Life. This will be achieved through events and meeting swaps.
- To VOLUNTEER with the Glendale Crisis Pregnancy Center and other Phoenix area pro-life clinics. Through these experiences we will learn to listen and speak compassionately about pregnancy options.
Students of Success
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Mary Bryniarski Office: LS-211 (623) 845-3978 mary.bryniarksi@gccaz.edu
Connie Greenwell
James Morris
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The purpose of this organization is to stimulate a strong interest in the successful retention, degree completion, and matriculation of minority male students. This organization will also serve as a mentorship for male students to promote a sense of community, cultivate brotherhood, and to provide support, amongst and for all Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) students.
Unification of Africa
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Kim Feld Office: O2-119 (623) 845-4818 k.feld@gccaz.edu
Michelle Jackson
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Brings people from the continent of Africa together. Our aim is to be of assistance to the new generation of Africans in becoming future leaders, who are capable of bringing peace to the world. To help each other succeed, progress educationally and socially. We are here to embrace each other’s intelligence, diversity, and to help create progressive leaders in our African community. We intend to learn and embrace each other’s differences. This will lead us to bring unity and peace to Africa.
Veteran's Support Coalition
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Philip Brown Office: O1-111 (623) 845-3997 philip.brown@gccaz.edu
Scott Henry
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The purpose of the Veteran’s Coalition is to create a supportive environment for Veterans as well as career advisement assistance. Our goal is to become a Veteran-friendly environment.
Voice, The (Activity)
Student Newspaper
| Advisor: |
Jenna Duncan Office: HT2-116 (623) 845-3914 jenna.duncan@gcmail.maricopa.edu
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www.gccaz.edu/ thevoice/12014.htm |
The GCC student newspaper, published eight times each semester. Any student may be a staff member -- class credit is necessary, but the time is arranged by each student.
Young Americans for Liberty
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Gay Garesche Office: O5-106 (623) 845-3701 gay.garesche@gccaz.edu
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The Young Americans for Liberty seeks to recruit, train, educate, and mobilize students on the ideals of liberty and the U.S. Constitution.
Young Life
* Not an Official GCC Club
| Advisors: |
Annette Fisher Office: O1-103 (623) 845-3239 annette.fisher@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Jillane Ocano
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Provides fellowship for any student attending, and provides an opportunity for students to learn and discuss topics that relate to Christianity and daily life.
