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Student Life Office
SRC 171, Main Campus
Tel: 847-214-7370
Fax: 847-214-7352
studentlife@elgin.edu
Hours: M-Th 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.; F 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Closed Fridays June - Aug.
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Clubs & Organizations
Advocacy for Disabled & Abled Persons Together (ADAPT)
topNetworking, awareness and support between disabled and able students is the focus of this group.
Advisor: Barb Busse (bbusse@elgin.edu)
Alpha Beta Gamma Business Honor Society (ABG)
topThis national business honors society is open to business majors who enroll regularly in business courses. For membership, students must have completed at least 15 semester hours of credit with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B) for all courses, including business courses. There is a one-time initiation fee. Membership is indicated on a student’s official college transcript.
Advisor: Linda Hefferin, (lhefferin@elgin.edu)
Club email: (abgecc@yahoo.com)
Amnesty International
topThis group is an apolitical organization working to assure that the Universal Declaration of Human Rights is guaranteed to everyone worldwide. Members hold several campus events each year.
Advisor: Travis Linville (tlinville@elgin.edu)
Anime Club
topIf you like Japanese animation and want to explore Japanese and Asian art and culture through this medium, then ECCA is for you. This club is ideal for students who have an interest in this art form and want to discuss it and view catalogued works.
Advisor: Laura Schaefer (lschaefer@elgin.edu)
Associated Nursing Students (ANS)
topNursing majors participate in career-related activities and events that provide student support and networking.
Advisor: Judy Thommes (jthommes@elgin.edu)
Black Student Association (BSA)
topStudents with an interest in African-American culture and other cultures are encouraged to join this club. BSA promotes cultural diversity and students participate in field trips, lectures and social activities.
Advisors: Anitra King (aking@elgin.edu); Sandra Anthony (santhony@elgin.edu); and Brittney Walker (bwalker@elgin.edu)
Botany Club
topThis club promotes all aspects of the botanical sciences including plant, research, leisure activities, horticultural topics and plant-related educational activities.
Advisor: Robert Steinbach (rsteinbach@elgin.edu)
Bowling Club
topExperience the spirit of team competition and community pride in this club. Members participate in a sport that's fun while enjoying the benefits and success of team play.
Advisor: Karen Witt (kwitt@elgin.edu)
Cellar Door: The Creative Writing Club
topPromoting an interest in creative writing across campus, the Cellar Door provides an outlet for students who are interested in creative writing to showcase their work.
Advisor: Christine Gilleram (cgilleram@elgin.edu)
Chinese Club of ECC
topThis club is ideal for all students interested in China. Members promote the awareness of Chinese culture, unity with all ethnic groups, and excellence in academics, and support for its members. Activities include monthly meetings, leadership training and support activities.
Advisor: Rick Mao (rmao@elgin.edu)
College Programming Board (CPB)
topCPB is the college’s primary source for providing entertainment and special events for students. CPB encourages student involvement and the social development of the student body through music, speakers, films and other forms of entertainment.
Advisor: Gabe Lara (glara@elgin.edu)
ECC Observer Student Newspaper
topA forum for the free expression of student views and opinions is the focus of the student newspaper, Elgin Community College Observer. Students gain experience in newspaper production and may earn college credit while student readers keep abreast of current events and news on campus.
Advisor: Lori Clark (lclark@elgin.edu)
Educated People in Computers (EPIC)
topThe purpose of this organization is to provide resources to students interested in computer science and help them explore computer-related careers. We also encourage and support students by offering topics of individual interest and various projects in computers.
Advisor: Marc Pelczarski (mpelczarski@elgin.edu)
Filipino American Student Organization (FASO)
topThis group enhances the knowledge of the Asian and Filipino culture to the community and college through events, community service and educational programming.
Advisors: Mi Hu (mhu@elgin.edu); Pierre Thavong (pthavong@elgin.edu)
Future Teachers Club
topThis club is open to those interested in learning more about the field of education and to bilingual students whose academic goals include becoming future educators. FTC helps members enhance their academic experiences by providing activities, knowledge and tools conducive to bridging the academic environment to the teaching profession.
Advisor: Parul Ravai (pravai@elgin.edu)
Gay, Lesbian or Bisexual Students & Supporters (GLOBES)
topThis group provides and promotes a positive and supportive atmosphere for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender students of ECC. Members work toward establishing .networks of camaraderie, mentoring and support to improve individual quality of life as well as the college environment.
Advisor: Pat O’Brien (pobrien@elgin.edu)
Great Outdoors Club (GO)
topGO is exactly as its name implies. It’s the club for students who enjoy being on the “go” in the great outdoors. Educational as well as social experiences are provided.
Advisor: Marc Healy (mhealy@elgin.edu)
Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA)
topDelivering compassionate, quality health care is of paramount importance to all health science students. Join this club to broaden your knowledge of the entire health care community and to enhance your knowledge, skills and leadership.
Advisor: Bev Felder (bfelder@elgin.edu)
Hospitality Club
topCulinary management, pastry arts and restaurant management students are members of this organization. They meet special guests and visiting chefs, sell refreshments at special events, and hold bake sales throughout the academic year. Members also compete in Chicago area and Midwest culinary salons.
Advisor: Jill Russell (jrussell@elgin.edu)
Legion of Graphic Novels (LOGN)
topGraphic novels and comics are action-packed tales of adventure and suspense and include some of the biggest names in fiction. Learn more about the genre in this club which encourages reading and discussion of graphic novels, supporting local comic book stores, encouraging creativity among members and participating in club events.
Advisor: Mat Elfring (melfring@elgin.edu)
Military Branches United (MBU)
topA supportive atmosphere of camaraderie for veterans and others who are concerned for and connected to the Armed Forces is the focus of MBU. We provide guidance and educational leadership to veterans and interested students regardless of their service status.
Advisor: George Rosa (grosa@elgin.edu)
Mock Trial Team
topLearn more about trial by jury, the American standard admired throughout much of the world. Two teams try a criminal or civil case against each other, using the Federal Rules of Evidence, along with a number of case strategies, for simulation purposes. Students play both attorneys and witnesses and judges determine winners on factors including content, performance, poise and presence in the courtroom. The American Mock Trial Association (AMTA) sanctions competitions and provides a new case each year.
Advisor: Ron Kowalczyk (rkowalczyk@elgin.edu)
Mu Alpha Theta (MAO)
topThe spotlight’s on math in this club where members can meet and network with other like-minded students to advance their interests in mathematics and related fields and further their educational and career opportunities.
Advisor: Nicole Scherger (nscherger@elgin.edu)
Office Administration Student Association (OASA)
topStudents interested in office careers share common goals in this club. Members get a head start on the working world by attending conferences, meeting local experts and exploring various aspects of the field.
Advisors: Roger Ramey (rramey@elgin.edu) and Linda Conniff (lconniff@elgin.edu)
Organization of Latin American Students (OLAS)
topStudents interested in Latin American culture are welcome to join. OLAS promotes a mature sensitivity and awareness of Latin American culture through various activities, events and community sponsored programs. Everyone is welcome.
Advisor: Gabe Lara (glara@elgin.edu)
Performing Arts Club (PAC)
topStudents may act, direct or produce when this group stages their own productions. They also assist with college-sponsored theatrical and musical productions. Field trips to see professional theater productions, workshops and guest lectures are other highlights of membership in this club.
Advisor: Stephen Gray (sgray@elgin.edu)
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)
topThis award-winning group is an internationally recognized, two-year honors society for community college students. Eligibility requires 12 semester hours with a minimum GPA of 3.0. For newly enrolled students, ECC's Rho Kappa Chapter offers provisional membership. PTK members participate in a variety of service projects, leadership, and social activities. Participation at state, regional, and international conventions broadens members' experiences and leadership skills. Active members are recognized at graduation by wearing gold stoles and tassels. PTK membership is also noted on official college transcripts. A one-time application fee applies.
Advisor Amybeth Maurer (amaurer@elgin.edu)
Physical Therapy Association (PTA)
topThis academic club is designed for students who intend to pursue a career in physical therapy. Acting as a primary source of information on campus, this club offers support, academic advice and guidance for students.
Advisor: Micaela Banks (mbanks@elgin.edu)
Society for Creative Anachronism Club (SCA)
topHistory buffs unite! This organization promotes an interest in and shares information about all aspects of the historical periods between 600 and 1600 C.E., which are more commonly known as the Medieval and Renaissance periods in many different cultures and coutries.
Advisor: Melvin Craigen (mcraigen@elgin.edu)
Spartan Christian Fellowship
topWelcome to the Spartan Christian Fellowship, a worldwide, non-denominational fellowship. This group assists students in study of the biblical world and life views. Activities include group study, socials and leadership training.
Advisor: Cathy Moushon (cmoushon@elgin.edu)
Spartan Design Club
topCreate real-world design projects by joining with other like-minded students interested in working with clients from the college and the community. Members design and produce collateral materials for print, web, illustrations and multimedia.
Advisor: Connie Orbeta (corbeta@elgin.edu)
Spartan Sweethearts
topThe Spartan Sweethearts are committed to providing quality entertainment in the form of dance to ECC and the community. We are also dedicated to promoting excellence in the areas of dance and personal character through involvement in dance competitions and other community endeavers.
Advisor: Terry Martin (tmartin@elgin.edu)
Student Government
topStudent Government is the governing body of ECC students with jurisdiction in matters of student welfare and financing of college groups and organizations.
Advisor: Katie Storey (kstorey@elgin.edu)
Student Member of the Board
topThe student member of the board is an executive officer of Student Government who represents the student body to the college’s District 509 Board of Trustees. The student member is elected annually in April by fellow students.
Advisor: Amybeth Maurer (amaurer@elgin.edu)
United Students of All Cultures (USAC)
topUSAC assists students of all ethnic origins, especially international students, to contribute their ideas and culture to the college. Its fellowship and service activities, including an international week celebration, provide social enrichment and promote cultural diversity.
Advisor: Tim Marquez (tmarquez@elgin.edu)