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Get Involved at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As an ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø student, you have the ability to start new student organizations. If you think a club is missing from this list, there\u2019s a good chance we can get one started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more about starting a new club, contact Andy Klingensmith, the Campus Life and Leadership Coordinator at andy.klingensmith@eastcentral.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Student Clubs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Creative Writing Club<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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Creative Writing Club is open to all ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø students regardless of location and\/or major. This group aims to create a supportive community of creative writers in which aspiring writers can share ideas, explore possibilities, and discover publishing opportunities.
Advisor: Katie Holtmeyer<\/strong>
katie.holtmeyer@eastcentral.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dungeons & Dragons Club<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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Advisor: Dr. Aurelia VonTress
<\/strong>aurelia.vontress@eastcentral.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Student Nursing Association<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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Student Nurses is a group for students in our nursing program.
Advisor: Joannie Blakely<\/strong>
joannie.blakely@eastcentral.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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LPN Student Organization<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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Advisor:<\/strong>\u00a0 Michelle Chick \u2013 michelle.chick@eastcentral.edu<\/a>
Jessica Fisher \u2013 jessica.fisher@eastcentral.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Phi Theta Kappa<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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The Beta Omicron Phi chapter operates under Phi Theta Kappa, an international honors society. Students are invited to join based on academic performance, and membership guarantees valuable benefits for life.
Advisor: Dr. Beth Rozema<\/strong>
elizabeth.rozema@eastcentral.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Psychology Club<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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The ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Psychology Club is a student organization for all who express an interest in the Psychological Sciences. The goal of this club is to offer opportunities to increase understanding of the field, provide community service, and enrich students’ social experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advisor:<\/strong> TBD<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Student Missouri State Teachers Association<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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To provide a pre-service organization for future teachers and\u00a0create a community within the group of students majoring in\u00a0education. The organization works with MSTA on current trends and issues which affect the role and welfare of teachers in a democracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Union Advisor:<\/strong> Gregory Stotler \u2013 gregory.stotler@eastcentral.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Surg Tech Club<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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Advisors:<\/strong> Jennifer Wall \u2013 jennifer.wall@eastcentral.edu<\/a>
Megan Vanbibber \u2013 megan.vanbibber@eastcentral.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Student Government Association<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Student Government Association is an opportunity for students to take an active role in advocating for the student body of ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø. By joining SGA, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n