All student clubs must update their club file and submit a current officer roster to the Office of Student Activities at the beginning of the fall semester. The Club and Organization Advisor Handbook is a document that was created to assist all faculty and staff advisors in the appropriate function and flow of their organization. 

Active Clubs and Organizations at Gaston College

ACTIVE MINDS

The Gaston College chapter of Active Minds helps Gaston College students achieve their personal health and wellness goals, raise mental health awareness on campus, reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and provides a safe space for students to speak openly about mental health. This club assists to educate others on the topics of mental health and encourages seeking the assistance needed to understand one’s mental health and wellness journey. The club seeks to maintain a holistic approach to social, financial, mental, physical, and nutritional well-being through social events, guest speakers, physical activities, meditation practices, group discussions and more goal-oriented activities accustomed to student interests. For more information, contact Mary Gourley at [email protected].

GAMMA BETA PHI SOCIETY (GBP)

The Gamma Beta Phi Society is a national honors and service society. This society promotes scholarship, leadership, and good character. Membership is open to all students who have met following requirements: a) completed twelve or more credit hours toward a curriculum degree, b) have a cumulative grade point average of 3.500, and c) currently enrolled at least six credit hours. The Gaston College Chapter, which was chartered on March 23, 1966, is a member of the national organization. For more information, contact Meagan Lingerfelt, at [email protected] or Victoria Browne, at [email protected].

GAMING CLUB

The Gaming Club aims to enhance the campus experience by creating a community of students who enjoy gaming in various forms, including, video games, board games, card games, strategy games, and virtual reality (VR), among others. The club seeks to help foster connections among students through gaming, promoting campus involvement, and building a vibrant campus life. The club is committed to providing a space where students can connect, compete, and have fun, whether they be casual gamers or competitive gamers. For more information, contact Venicia Mora at [email protected]. 

GASTON CYBER CLUB

The Gaston Cyber Club helps students pursue cybersecurity topics and activities that will support and enrich their education. The club allows students to demonstrate skills that will build their resume, as well as prepare them for industry certifications and careers. Club activities can include on and off campus work in the community and representing the Gaston Cyber Club in online and in-person cyber games. For more information, contact Tracie Kline at [email protected], Jeff Guzman at [email protected] or Kelly Hinson at [email protected].

GASTON COLLEGE ART CLUB

The activities of the Gaston College Art Club will be to encourage the individual’s knowledge and skills in art related fields; to ensure a better understanding of objectives between the students, faculty, and artists in the local art community; to create a platform for new art events; and increase awareness of the art events in the surrounding community and region. The Arts Club will be active in promoting and supporting arts activities on campus and in the community and will serve as an arts outreach organization to students and citizens of the area served by Gaston College. The Gaston College Art Club is open to all Gaston College students. For more information about the Gaston College Art Club, please contact Jason Story at [email protected], or Barbara Chadwick at [email protected].

MATH CLUB

The Gaston College Math Club helps to challenge students with mathematical problems to learn more about mathematical applications and solutions. This activity also serves to prepare student club members interested in representing the Gaston College Math Club by participating in regional and state-wide mathematical competitions. For more information about the Math Club, please contact Michael Boone at [email protected], Thomas Cook at [email protected], or Marie Burleson at [email protected].

NATIONAL TECHNICAL HONOR SOCIETY

The National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) is an educational non-profit that exists to honor, recognize, and empower students and teachers in Career & Technical Education. Since 1984, NTHS has been honoring outstanding student achievement, providing scholarships and career development opportunities. For more information, contact Dr. Lisa Albright-Jurs at [email protected] or Melody Gibson at [email protected].

PRE-HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATION CLUB

The purpose of the Pre-Healthcare Association Club is to provide social and academic support for students interested in applying to Healthcare Career Programs at Gaston College. Pre-Healthcare Association Club members must be current Gaston College students interested in healthcare careers. For more information about this club, contact Lacey Barrett at [email protected].

SCIENCE SOCIETY OF GASTON COLLEGE (SCIENCE CLUB)

The Science Society of Gaston College, or Science Club, helps to increase student engagement with the sciences and provide students with opportunities to engage in science-based activities. The Science Club provides Gaston College students with an interest in STEM opportunities to network, volunteer, learn about the sciences, and participate in activities that promote their advancement in the STEM field. Science Club members must be actively enrolled in Gaston College. For more information about the Science Club, contact Tamara Gaspar at [email protected].

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA)

SGA is the Student Government Association of Gaston College; our purpose is to encourage student leadership and participation in the concerns and activities of Gaston College. The SGA also acts as the student’s voice and represents their interests. SGA has many functions, some of which include budget, advocacy, supporting student clubs and organizations along with programming and events. All students are invited to attend meetings. For additional information, contact Meagan Lingerfelt at [email protected].

TRUE COLORS

True Colors provides an on-campus safe haven for all interested students, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender students and allies. The purpose of True Colors to educate the student body of resources, support services, activism, and volunteerism opportunities on campus and in the local area. For more information, contact the club advisor Christian Jarema at [email protected].