Intramurals

Academic Challenge Team - This organization is an interscholastic competition team that competes with other community colleges, 4 year universities and colleges. The organization is open to any students who wish to challenge themselves intellectually. Sponsor: Kay Davis - 276-9554.

Art Club - This group is open to anyone currently enrolled in an art class, including all studio areas. This club will work to promote and fund art related activities. Sponsor: Dave Kinder 276-9644.

Association of Nursing Students - The association is comprised of all students enrolled in nursing education courses leading to licensure as a registered nurse. The purpose of the association is to act as an information group in the field of study; stimulate interest in the field of health careers and related sciences; act as activities stimulator, both social and educational, for present and future nursing students. Sponsor: Nursing Department - 276-9560.

Athletics - The college sponsors intercollegiate participation in football, baseball, basketball, cross country, track and field, and rodeo for men, and volleyball, basketball, rodeo, softball, cross country, track and field for women. The college is a member of the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference and the National Junior College Athletic Association.

The athletic program is designed to provide competition in sports for any student who can qualify for the teams and who meets college, conference and national association requirements. Physical conditioning, teamwork and cooperation, competitiveness, mental discipline and spectator enjoyment are among the objectives of the program. Sponsor: Dennis Perryman - 276-9595.

Athletic Trainers - The student athletic training club promotes the educational advancement in the athletic training field of student trainers at GCCC. Sponsor: Greg Greathouse - 276-9617.

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Band/Instrumental Music - Membership in the band is open to all students for one hour of credit per semester. Previous band experience, a desire to contribute to campus life, enthusiasm and pride are requirements for prospective band members. The Broncbuster Band plays for all home football and basketball games. The band, with the other college musical organizations, makes an annual tour of Southwest Kansas high schools in the spring. Sponsor: James McAllister - 276-9637.

Bilingual Education Student Organization - BESO is an organization in many universities throughout the U.S. The organization was founded in the early 1980s by bilingual education students who wanted to form a group that was both community service oriented and supportive of the professional growth of members.

BESO promotes social, cultural and linguistic awareness at GCCC and in Kansas communities. The organization practices English language learning skills within the community by volunteering in schools and serving as a reference/support group for one another as educators. The organization also publicizes the need for bilingual and bicultural education, setting an example and creating opportunities to promote community involvement and advocacy of bicultural/bilingual education. Membership is open to anyone who wishes to learn about and advocate for bilingual/bicultural education.
Sponsor: Itzel Stewart, 275-3284

Black Student Union - Black Student Union's constitution states that the purpose of the organization is to promote the unity, excellence and success of all black students at Garden City Community College. Sponsors: Lesa Gilbert - 276-9667 or Martha Lisk - 275-3268

Breakaway - The name of the college magazine published by members of the college's Publications Magazine Class. Sponsor: Laura York Guy - 276-9500.

Business Professionals of America - This group is a vocational organization designed to further enhance the skills and knowledge of on the job training and class room experience, through social gatherings. Sponsor: Lachele Greathouse - 276-9586.

Cheer/Yell Leaders - This group consists of a maximum of 10 female and 10 male yell leaders. Tryouts or auditions are held in the spring to fill the team for the next year. The cheerleaders attend summer camp and cheer for football, volleyball, men's and women's basketball. Sponsor: Barb Martinez - 276-0462.

Choir/Vocal Music - Choir is open to all students on either a credit or non-credit basis. The college choir presents one major performance each semester as well as several other public appearances throughout the year. Participants in choir have many opportunities for rewarding musical experiences. Sponsor: Clay Wright - 276-9547.

College Players - All students interested in any area of theater such as acting, directing, dance, technical theatre, or arts administration are encouraged to join the organization. The members are involved in several activities each year, including performances, fund raising projects and theatre related trips and tours throughout the U.S. Sponsor: Skip Mancini 276-0401.

DECA - (Distributive Education Clubs of America) This organization is a part of the Mid-Management Program and its activities relate to marketing and distribution. Members have a chance to gain recognition through local, state and national activities. Sponsor: Renee Preedy - 276-9586.

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Forensics & Debate - The forensics club offers students the opportunity to increase their public speaking and interpretation skills through the preparation and presentation of forensics materials to a variety of audiences throughout the school year. Students will prepare original scripts, speeches, poetry and cuttings along with special video presentations. Sponsors: Mark Jarmer & Marla Jarmer - 276-9541

HALO - This group is organized for the purpose of promoting cooperation between students of various ethnic groups and to sponsor awareness programs that involve all students in activities and social functions on campus. Membership is open to any student. Sponsor: Frankey Schmidt - 275-3231.

International Club - The club is organized for the purpose of promoting cooperation between students of International descent. This club also promotes awareness programs that involve all students in activities and social functions on campus. Sponsor: Bill Utz - 276-9510.

Intramurals - An intramural athletic program is available for students who wish to participate. The program, operated by the Division of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Athletics, offers various activities including co-ed beach volleyball, wallyball, volleyball, basketball and softball, plus men's basketball and women's basketball. Sponsor: Beau Tatro - 276-9596.

Kansas National Education Association - Student Program- KNEA-WSP promotes the ideals and purposes of the teaching profession. The organization incorporates knowledgeable speakers on education topics into their meetings. Anyone who is interested in education as a career or any student at GCCC is welcome to attend. Sponsor: Shelia Hendershot - 276-9506.

Latin Heat Dance Club- This spicy new dance club allows sudents to learn the hot new Latin dances of today. Dances include salsa, merengue, cumbia, hip-hop and more. Latin Heat dancers get a chance to perform their new steps in campus and community events. Practice is required to perform, and sessions take place twice a week. Membership is open to anyone. Sponsor: Rosanne Torres - 276-9515.

Lecture Series - Your ID admits you to lectures when held on campus. SGA representatives help select nationally known speakers for the series. Sponsor: SGA - 276-9640 or 9654.

Meats Judging Team - Students on the meats team participate in a series of Intercollegiate Meats judging contest conducted annually at processing facilities around the country. Collegiate meats judging is designed to provide competition between two and four-year colleges and universities with an agricultural curriculum. Sponsor: Clint Alexander - 276-9527.

Newman Club - The Catholic college student organization whose primary purpose is to help develop the religious and intellectual life of the college student. The club is open to all interested students and sponsors not only theological and religious classes, but also social activities. Sponsor: Carol Heinemann 276-9511.

Phi Theta Kappa - The international honor society for two-year colleges promotes scholarship, fellowship, and service for students who are invited to membership. Students who earn a 3.5 - 4.0 cumulative grade point average and who have completed twelve hours toward a degree program are invited to membership each semester. Active chapter members participate in the Honors Study, chapter social activities, and service projects for the campus and community. Opportunities are also available for participation in activities with other chapters and on the state and national level. Members of the Alpha Xi Upsilon Chapter are recognized at graduation and in several activities during the year on campus. Phi Theta Kappa members have over forty million dollars of second year and transfer scholarships available to them as members. Please visit our website for more details.Sponsors: Shelia Hendershot - 276-9506, Winsom Lamb - 276-0443.

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Residence Halls Association - Membership is composed of residence hall students. A $25.00 fee is assessed to all residence hall students to be used for promotion of hall activities. Sponsor: Kate Covington - 276-9516.

Rodeo Club - Membership is open to any college man or woman who wishes to participate in or enjoys working with college rodeo. The club sponsors a local rodeo and participates in rodeos in its circuit consisting of schools in Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri. Meetings are held twice a month to conduct business and practice. Sponsor: Jim boy Hash - 275-3205.

Science Club - All students interested in any areas within the science curriculum are welcome to participate in this organization. Highlights throughout the year include such activities as films, speakers, and discussions in science fields. Sponsors: Jon Schafer - 276-9636 and Kay Davis - 276-9554.

Southwestern Silhouette - The name of the college newspaper published by members of the college's Publications Newspaper class. Sponsor: Laura York 276-9500.

Student Government Association - SGA is the student representative governing body of the college. It meets each week for discussion of campus activities, problems and necessary improvements. Members are elected to the association from the student body. Students are encouraged to participate in both the SGA and the activities it sponsors. Sponsor: Library - Colin Lamb - 275-3243 and Ryan Ruda - 276-9538.

Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) - SIFE has grown to become one of the largest collegiate organizations in the world. Working together as a team, SIFE students apply their classroom experiences to develop and implement educational outreach programs that teach individuals in their communities the principles of free enterprise including market economics, entrepreneurship, personal financial success and business ethics. the SIFE experience enables college students to reach their full potential by helping others reach theirs. Students acquire teamwork, leadership, communication and project management skills in a unique way, not typically gained through other college programs. This organization is open to any student who wishes to better themselves, their communities and their countries. Sponsor: Renee Harbin - 276-9586 and Lachele Greathouse - 276-9585.

Tau Epsilon Lambda - Persons who are actively engaged in the field of criminal justice and students pursuing a course of study in the area of administration of justice are eligible for membership. Sponsor: Linda Morgan 276-9503.

Deaf Club - Persons interested in promoting deaf education and pursuing a course of study in deaf education. Sponsor: Mona Kaps - 276-9641.

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