Join a Student Group

Black and Tans is an off-shoot of the Central Piedmont American Welding Society (AWS) Welding Club and studies the art of blacksmithing.

Contact: John McPherson (john.mcpherson@cpcc.edu)

Student Writers Assembled Guild (SWAG) is an open creative writing club where writers of any type or ability come together, hear works by other students, participate in helpful criticism, and grow their art through creative writing prompts and discussions. Any Central Piedmont student is welcome to join in meetings.

Contact: Regina Betz-Madge (regina.betzmadge@cpcc.edu)

The Drama Club provides an environment for current Central Piedmont students that encourages artistic growth and education of art and the art industry, supplies other avenues to show and share artistic works of current Central Piedmont students, and provides activities and services that enhance positive relationships among students, the college, and the community.

Contact:

• James Duke (james.duke@cpcc.edu)
• Don Ketcham (don.ketcham@cpcc.edu)

The Music Club is an inclusive environment for all music majors: you don't have to be a music major. Perform music, organize concerts, attend off-campus concerts, promote educational outreach, and more.

Contact: Matt Postle (matt.postle@cpcc.edu)

The Visual Arts Club enhances appreciation of the visual arts by sponsoring campus exhibits and activities, field trips, and visiting artists.

Contact: James Spence (james.spence@cpcc.edu)

The Global Student Association on Central Campus focuses on fostering a sense of unity among international students and those interested in other cultures and study abroad.

You can find our club meeting times on the student life calendar.

Contacts:

• Nadine Russell (nadine.russell@cpcc.edu)
• Julie Gralhl (julie.grahl)
• Jessica Vang (jessica.vang@cpcc.edu)

Model United Nations aims to educate student about current events, topics in international relations, diplomacy, and the United Nations agenda. Attend conferences with students from other schools to role-play as diplomats representing a nation in a simulated session of the United Nations, such as the Security Council or the General Assembly. Student research a country, take on roles as diplomats, investigate international issues, debate, deliberate, consult, and then develop solutions to world problems. Through MUN club, students will learn more about current world events and different cultures, problem solving skills, working with others, research, technical writing, negotiating, and public speaking. Model UN also provides the opportunity to meet people from many different places and backgrounds, make new friends, and have a lot of fun. The club also participates in on-campus events and holds fundraisers to offset the costs of attending conferences.

You will also have the opportunity to participate in the Southern Regional Model United Nations ;Conference SRMUN), where students from universities and community colleges from the southern region of the U.S. debate matters of international relevance.

For more information, visit our Model United Nations Club Website

Contact: Teresa Hall (teresa.hall@cpcc.edu)

Collegiate Recovery Community for those recovering from addiction.

Diversity in Games promotes diversity in technology and the game development industry, respectively. This student organization will offer a safe community to connect and discuss topics of related and common interests and become a resource for advancement opportunities and self-development for the game development industry.

Contact:

• Farhad Javidi (farhad.javidi@cpcc.edu)
• Evy Kollstrand (evy.kollstrand@cpcc.edu)

Enjoy learning about history? The Central Piedmont Historical Association discusses “History in the News” and offers hands-on learning opportunities, such as historical research, historic field trips, movies, presentations, and service opportunities. The History Club meets by Webex on Tuesdays from 1 to 2 p.m. and makes trips to local historical sites.

Contact: Hugh Dussek (hugh.dussek@cpcc.edu)

A club for students in the Muslim faith.

Contact: Alison von Briesen (alison.vonbriesen@cpcc.edu)

Pride Alliance will be inactive for Fall 2022.

The Pride Alliance Club was established to provide a sense of community and support for LGBTQ+ students and their allies at Central Piedmont. Pride Alliance holds weekly meetings during the fall and spring semesters as well as hosts or participates in other social events to give students a chance to meet new friends in a safe, positive environment. Pride Alliance also promotes giving back to the community through service and outreach projects. Pride Alliance values diversity and welcomes any Central Piedmont student who would like to be a part of a great club.

Contact: Christy Case (christy.case@cpcc.edu)

Rotaract Club for service/volunteering

The purpose of TRiO Club is to integrate the talents and energy of current TRIO-SSS students and recent alumni to support and serve the college and the TRiO-SSS program and its participants.

Contact: Catharine Curtis (catharine.curtis@cpcc.edu)

The Central Piedmont Student Veterans Council is an organization where active duty or student veterans of all military branches can get together, provide support to one another, and assist community organizations to improve the welfare of veterans attending Central Piedmont or in our community.

Contact: Zachery Colburn (zachery.colburn@cpcc.edu)

Campus Activities Board

Become a student ambassador

Student Government Association (SGA)

Communities in College

Man Up (visit page for contact details)

The Positive Community for Women (visit page for contact details)

Phi Theta Kappa honor society

The purpose of Tau Upsilon Alpha National Organization for Human Services honor society is to:

• honor academic excellence
• foster lifelong learning, leadership and development
• promote excellence in service to humanity

Human services technology, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse students are invited to apply.

Contact:
Tameka Johnson
Tameka.johnson@cpcc.edu

NC Scholars of Global Distinction

Psi Beta psychology honor society is the honor society for community college students in psychology. This group holds regular meetings and often plans campus events, conferences, etc.

Contact:
Deninne Pritchett
Deninne.pritchett@cpcc.edu

Eligibility to join SALUTE is based on GPA and veteran status.

Contact:
Richard Bartell
Richard.bartell@cpcc.edu

Program: Advertising and graphic design

theCurious is the professional association for design, which is “committed to advancing design as a professional craft, strategic tool, and vital cultural force.” Annual dues include membership in the national organization. Activities include guest speakers, design-related field trips, portfolio-enhancing activities, and the opportunity to network with local professionals.

Contact: Brittany Holleran (brittany.holleran@cpcc.edu)

Program: Architectural technology

The American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS) comes together for special projects and events and often meets with successful architects in the community. AIAS often sponsors field trips to nationally recognized monuments and buildings.

Contact: Travis Smith (travis.smith@cpcc.edu)

Programs: Transportation, logistics, and distribution

Skills USA works to enhance members' skill set through extra curricular activities designed to advance automotive diagnostic and repair expertise.

Contact: Casey Smith (casey.smith@cpcc.edu)

Program: Cardiovascular technology

The Cardiovascular Technology Student Association promotes cardiovascular education.

Contact:

• Chris Jolly (chris.jolly@cpcc.edu)
• Sabrina Black (sabrina.black@cpcc.edu)

Programs:

• Culinary arts
• Hospitality management

The Culinary Club promotes fellowship among culinary arts and hospitality students by exchanging professional information about the field and strengthening the bond of friendship and understanding between members.

Contact:

• Chef Dan Cheatham (dan.cheatham@cpcc.edu)
• Chef Robert Marilla (robert.marilla@cpcc.edu)

Programs: Dental hygiene

The Dental Hygiene Club works to generate public awareness of dental health needs and confidence in the profession by promoting professional attitudes. The Dental Hygiene Club also sponsors travel to professional conferences.

First year and second year students meet separately.

First-year advisor contacts:

• Brenda Sanner (brenda.sanner@cpcc.edu)
• Kristy Wieder (kristy.wieder@cpcc.edu)

Second-year advisor contacts:

• Debbie Marcantonio (debbie.marcantonio@cpcc.edu)
• Joselyn Taylor (joselyn.taylor@cpcc.edu)

Programs: Human services technology, developmental disabilities, substance abuse

The Human Services Technology Club empowers and motivates students toward realization of their fullest potential and provides opportunities for them to share their talents within the human services network. The purpose of this club is to educate and provide opportunities for the professional growth and development of human services technology students. Membership is open to all currently enrolled students at any Central Piedmont campus. Examples of Human Services Club Activities include:

• attending regional and national human services conferences
• participation in Fall Fest/Spring Fling, which are on campus student festivals
• involvement in the HERO program (for children who have been victimized or witnessed domestic violence)
• participation in college sponsored blood drives
• AIDS awareness projects
• sponsoring needy families around holiday times
• leadership training
• Police Activity League

Contact: Tameka Johnson (tameka.johnson@cpcc.edu)

Programs: Early childhood education

The Early Childhood Education Club offers professional development opportunities through a variety activities related to the field of early childhood education at the local, state, and national levels.

The club can help you:

• develop leadership and communication skills
• practice advocacy
• network with other early childhood educators
• learn in enriching, supportive environments

Opportunities include:

• club-hosted activities and professional development workshops
• attend conferences to learn about the early childhood field and network with professional educators and other early childhood students
• service projects and fundraisers

Contact: Kristen Monteith (kristen.monteith@cpcc.edu)

Programs: Graphic arts and imaging technology

The Phoenix Challenge Team club was established to promote skill development through teamwork and camaraderie, to provide service to the college and community, and to build networking relationships throughout the printing industry. We welcome new club members.

Contact: Amber Dobbins (amber.dobbins@cpcc.edu)

Programs:

• Architectural technology
• Interior design

The Interior Design Club hosts industry-specific, professional lectures, films, field studies, portfolio exhibits, and more. Students enrolled in the interior design or architectural technologies program are welcome to join this group.

Contact:

• Callista Langhorne (callista.langhorne@cpcc.edu)
• Angela Stephens-Owens (angela.owens@cpcc.edu)

Programs: Interpreter education program

The iASL Club provides an outlet for you to come together to meet other interpreter education students for educational benefits and for social events with the Deaf community.

Contact:

• Martha Ingel (martha.ingel@cpcc.edu)
• Ginger Leon (ginger.leon@cpcc.edu)

Programs: Nondestructive examination technology

The NC Student Chapter of the American Society for Non-Destructive Testing (ASNT) works to provide a forum of exchange of nondestructive examination technical information, to provide supplemental training and service opportunities for the members, to prepare members for industry sanctioned qualified examinations, to promote nondestructive examination as a career choice, and to pursue community service activities.

Contact: Rodney Stephens (rodney.stephens@cpcc.edu)

Programs: Nursing

The Association of Nursing Students (ANS) promotes participation in community and legislative affairs related to the profession of nursing. Members are current students in the Christa A. Overcash School of Nursing. All nursing students are encouraged to join.

Contact:

• Melanie Colson (melanie.colson@cpcc.edu)
• Kelly Wright (kelly.wright@cpcc.edu)

Programs: Occupational therapy assistant program

The Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) is a national organization designed to promote the knowledge and interest in the field of occupational therapy throughout the community and to promote the professional growth of students through extracurricular activities and fundraising. We focus on promoting the objectives of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and the North Carolina Occupational Therapy Association (NCOTA).

Contact: Megan Leach McCann (megan.mccann@cpcc.edu)

Programs:

• Computer engineering technology
• Electrical engineering technology
• Electronics engineering technology
• Information technology
• Simulation and game development

The International Game Developers Association - Academic (IGDA-Academic) consists of students interested in computers and computer programming. This group participates in national and regional competitions with other college students and are often volunteers in the community, providing their expert skills to local non-profits and schools.

Contact: Perry Courter (perry.courter@cpcc.edu)

Programs: Turfgrass management technology

The Turfgrass Management group is for students interested in maintaining beautiful greens.

Contact: John Royals (john.royals@cpcc.edu)

Programs: Welding

The American Welding Society (AWS) students often participate in community service work and have competed in local and regional welding competitions. The Welding Club enhances awareness of the art and science of welding and how it affects our daily lives.

Contact:

• Ray Sosko (ray.sosko@cpcc.edu)
• Brian Lucas (brian.lucas@cpcc.edu)