The College is dedicated to the total development of the individual and provides many opportunities for student participation. Students bring to the campus a variety of interests as members of the academic community. They are encouraged to continue their interests in various campus clubs and organizations and to form new associations. All club projects are coordinated through the Student Government Association. Any club wishing to sponsor a project of any nature must secure approval by the Dean of Student Services a minimum of two weeks in advance of the project date.

Every student is urged to join and become active in at least one club. Club membership will provide an opportunity for participation in campus life and will enable students to make a real contribution to their College.

Policies for Clubs and Organizations

The membership, policies, and actions of a student organization will be determined by a vote of only those persons who are bona fide students.

The advisors shall be present at all regular and special meetings of the organization, or at any segment or committee meeting of the organization. With the exception of the SGA and the Newspaper, advisors may be chosen by the student organizations with the approval of the Dean of Student Services.

Student organizations are required to submit a statement of purpose, criteria for membership, a copy of the constitution and by-laws, and a current list of officers.

Meetings of student clubs and organizations must be submitted to the Dean of Student Services for placement on the official school calendar.

Campus organizations shall be open to all students without respect to race, creed, national origin, sex, or qualified disability.

All clubs and organizations must conform to the laws and policies of the State of Alabama and the Student Government Association.

No club or organization shall interfere or support interference with the regular academic pursuit of any student by causing or encouraging nonattendance at classes or college activities without prior consent of proper college officials or by any action that might cause disrepute to a student, instructor, or college activity.

Organization Procedures

To organize a new club or organization on campus, the following steps must be taken:

• Obtain from the Dean of Student Services an organizational form for new campus clubs and organizations;
• Each organization must have a full-time faculty member as an advisor;
• Request recognition by the SGA by submitting to the Dean of Student Services a completed copy of the organizational form which must be signed by the faculty advisor. Included with this should be a copy of the proposed constitution and by-laws; and,
• Upon approval by the Student Government Senate, the SGA president will request recognition of the club or organization by the Dean of Student Services.

Tenure of Student Organizations

A student organization must meet the following criteria in order to continue receiving official recognition:

• An annual report must be submitted to the SGA and the Dean of Student Services' Office in the month of April.
• The annual report must show how the organization has continued to fulfill the original purpose, goals, etc., of their charter, constitution, and by-laws.
• The SGA will be invited to recommend to the Dean of Student Services whether a particular student organization should be: (a) continued in good standing, (b) continued on probationary status for a specified period of time, (c) reorganized, or (d) disbanded.
• The officers of the club and the SGA will be advised of the final decision on the annual report and the SGA's recommendations.

Clubs, Organizations and Social Activities

Student Government Association

The Student Government Association (SGA) is organized to provide a large measure of self-government. The Student Government operates under a constitution drawn up by students. The SGA is served by a College advisor who aids the members in all endeavors.

The responsibility for student activities and the development and implementation of programs and projects for the improvement of campus life and services rests with the Student Government Association. This body is the students' official voice in affairs of the College. They are urged to understand its purposes, to use their votes wisely, and to seek to become an effective part of the College.

The Association is specifically authorized and governed by a duly ratified constitution. The constitution describes fully the limit and scope of SGA responsibilities and procedures. Students should become familiar with the constitution.

The SGA consists of three units that work together for stated purposes. First, there is an executive branch, elected during the spring semester of the year prior to service. This branch is composed of the president, vice-president, and secretary-treasurer. As in all such organizations their primary responsibility is to conduct the business of the organization.

The second branch is the legislative, which has as its primary responsibility the development of goals, projects, and programs for the SGA. It also exists to examine all items that come before the body from other organizations. This branch is composed of fifteen senators, seven freshmen, and eight sophomores.

The third branch, the judicial, is appointed by the total group to rule upon all constitutional matters.

Finally, the success of this organization depends upon the dedication and cooperation of all members.

Association of Computational Machinery

The Association for Computational Machinery (ACM) is designed to advance the science and arts of information processing, promote the free interchange of information about the science, and to develop and maintain the integrity of the individuals engaged in the science and arts of information processing. The FSCC Chapter, one of only two community college chapters in the nation, supports such activities as the state regional computer fair, site visits to computer installations in the professional world, and other related activities.

Baptist Campus Ministries

Open to all students regardless of their denomination. BCM offers Bible Study, Creative Worship, Mission Opportunities, Gospel Choir, and Fellowship.

Cheerleaders

The Cheerleader applicants are evaluated, recruited, and selected by the official sponsor during the spring semester of each school year. Anyone who wishes to apply for Cheerleading must have and maintain a 2.0 overall grade point average and attend Faulkner full time during the academic year of performance. The Cheerleaders perform at many school activities such as basketball games and career days throughout the year. See the Cheerleaders' web pages in the Athletics section.

Community Choir

Community Choir is designed for anyone in the community who wishes to be a part of a large choral group. This group performs large choral works, either sacred or secular.

Elated Voices of Triumph

The Elated Voices of Triumph is a gospel choir for those who enjoy fellowship through gospel music. The group entertains on campus as well as out in the local communities. Anyone who enjoys gospel music is invited to join.

Faulkner Singers

Students who enjoy singing are urged to be a part of this mixed ensemble choral group. It is one of our finest organizations on campus, rewarding not only to the student body and the community, but the participating individual as well.

Faulkner State College Bowl

The Faulkner State College Bowl is composed of students interested in competing academically in a question and answer game with other teams from two-year colleges throughout the state. Membership is held in the Alabama Junior/Community College Scholar's Bowl League which sponsors competitions throughout the year and a final competition for the statewide champion at the end of the year.

Homecoming Court

A male and female Homecoming Court are selected by popular vote on an annual basis by the student body. Each court consists of six Freshmen Attendants, six Sophomore Attendants, and a Sophomore Queen and King. The Homecoming Court will be selected by popular vote by the student body. The King and Queen will be selected from the court previously chosen by the student body. The sophomore male and female receiving the most votes will be crowned Homecoming King and Queen. The Monarchs and the Courts reign during the homecoming basketball game and festivities.

Criteria

• An application must be submitted to the SGA Office by the posted deadline.
• Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better.
• Freshman applicants must have earned a minimum of 12 semester credit hours at Faulkner State.
• Sophomore applicants must have earned a minimum of 32 semester credit hours at Faulkner State.
• All students running for the Homecoming Court must clear campaign signs through the SGA Office or the Dean of Student Services.

Inter-Club Council

The Inter-Club Council consists of presidents of various clubs and organizations on campus. They meet on a monthly basis to discuss and plan club activities. The Student Government President presides as the President of the Inter-Club Council.

Jazz Band (Jazz/Show Band)

This performing group is open to students who enjoy studying and performing music written especially for a traditional big band setting. Students must provide their own instruments. Instrumentation includes trumpets, trombones, saxophones, piano, bass, guitar, and drums. The Jazz Band performs for various College and community activities.

L.I.F.E.--Live It For Eternity

L.I.F.E. is mentored by the Assembly of God Church and is open to all students interested in Bible Study, missions, fun and fellowship.

Miss Faulkner State

The Miss Faulkner State Pageant is held on an annual basis for the purpose of selecting a personable female student to represent the College at all public relations activities during the year.

Criteria

Students participating in the pageant must meet the following criteria:

• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
• Be a full time freshman who has completed one semester at Faulkner State prior to the pageant
• The student must refer to the Miss Faulkner State contract for additional criteria

Model UN

The purpose of the Model UN is to provide Faulkner State students an opportunity to study the United Nations and gain a better understanding of international relations and parliamentary procedures.

National Student Nurses' Association

The National Student Nurses' Association chapter at Faulkner State is affiliated with the national organization and the Alabama Student Nursing Association. This association provides students interested in the field of nursing the opportunity to further develop their knowledge of the health care field and nursing education programs.

Pep Band (Instrumental Ensemble)

The Pep Band performs music for various College sporting events throughout the year. Instrumentation includes those found in a traditional marching band.

Phi Beta Lambda

Phi Beta Lambda is an honorary society designed to provide education and leadership experience for business students. Its aim is to encourage improvement in scholarship, promote civic and community responsibilities, and strengthen the confidence of members in themselves and their work. Membership is open to any student with an overall grade point average of 2.0.

Phi Theta Kappa

Phi Theta Kappa is an honor society. Membership in this organization is the highest honor attainable by students. Phi Theta Kappa is a scholarly fellowship which embraces community and junior colleges of the nation. The purposes of the society are to promote scholarship, to develop character, and to cultivate fellowship among the students. Membership is based on high scholastic standing, character, leadership, and service on the campus. Members are inducted at an impressive "tapping" ceremony.

Pow-Wow Leadership Society

Pow-Wows is a student leadership society at Faulkner State composed of outstanding students who have demonstrated excellence in leadership and worthy character. The primary purposes of the Pow-Wows are to promote, foster and disseminate information on Faulkner State by acting as ambassadors for the school, serving as hosts and hostesses for campus tours, programs and social functions, and acting as a liaison between the school and community.

Presbyterian Campus Fellowship

The Presbyterian Campus Fellowship is a ministry supported by the Presbyterian Campus Fellowship in the Presbytery of South Alabama. This organization is open to all students interested in Bible study and Christian fellowship.

Psi Beta

Psi Beta is the national honor society in psychology for community colleges. This organization is affiliated with the American Psychological Association and the American Psychological Society and promotes student's interest in psychology.

Sun Chief Community Volunteers

The Sun Chief Community Volunteers are a committee of faculty, staff, administrators and students who are dedicated to enriching the communities surrounding the three FSCC campuses. This committee serves as an advisory committee to the president in planning ways and means to involve the institution in services to the community. The committee also assists the President with public relations activities. The committee advises the Vice President of Instruction, Institutional Effectiveness and Development concerning continuing education course offerings. This committee is chaired by the Director of Continuing Education and is composed of selected faculty, two staff members, and two students. The committee meets monthly.

Sun Chief Sound

Sun Chief Sound is a "Show Choir" consisting of mixed vocalists with band accompaniment. Those interested may audition in the spring of each year. The "Sound" performs popular music for college, school and community activities.

Theater

The theater students participate in productions in the fall and spring semesters. Students interested in such presentations should contact the speech instructors.

Who's Who Among Students in American Junior Colleges

Who's Who Among Students in American Junior Colleges is an organization that recognizes outstanding achievement among junior college students. Membership is by selection and is based on scholarship, leadership, participation in extracurricular activities, and general citizenship. Selections are made yearly from sophomore students.

Policies Governing Social Events

Responsibility

It is expected that all social activities support standards of good taste and refinement. Any group sponsoring an event or function will be responsible for any misconduct by its members or guests.

Only Faulkner State students will be admitted to events. Each organization shall do whatever is necessary to check student ID cards for admission to events. Those people who are not enrolled at Faulkner State should politely be refused admission. Sponsoring organizations will make necessary arrangements through the Dean of Student Services. Campus Police must be notified for on-campus activities.

Sponsoring organizations are required to make necessary arrangements for physical needs with the Maintenance Department. Signatures of the advisor and Dean of Student Services are necessary on all job order requests.

Registration

Any college organization planning a social event must register that event with the Dean of Student Services on the form available in that office. This must be done before the date of the activity (on or off campus). This form should be filled out completely, including advisor's signature. Approved forms will be kept on file in the Dean of Student Services' Office.

All college events, on or off campus, will be approved by the Dean of Student Services only after the faculty advisor has approved them.

Hours for Events

Social events will be scheduled at a reasonable time that will not affect or hinder class attendance.

Alcoholic Beverages

The College does not, under any conditions, approve of the recreational use of alcoholic beverages. Public display or the use of alcoholic beverages on campus is prohibited.

Chaperones

Chaperones will be determined by the type of event. Normally, at least one faculty member should be present. Events will normally be approved provided the faculty advisor has given prior approval on the standard form. The responsibility of the social event will rest entirely with the organization and its advisor (sponsor).

Hazing

Hazing is prohibited at Faulkner State. Hazing is any action taken or situation created, whether on or off campus, to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule to any person. Such activities and situations include paddling in any form, scavenger hunts, road trips, excessive fatigue, deprivation of normal sleep, engaging in public stunts and buffoonery, morally degrading or humiliating activities and other activities which are not consistent with fraternal law, ritual or policy or the regulations and policies of Faulkner State Community College. No club shall allow any of its members or other persons to participate in any hazing ceremony, activity or practice. It is also against the law in Alabama to participate or to allow participation in any form of hazing.

Quiet Week

Quiet Week will extend through the five class days immediately preceding final examinations. During this period, instructors are requested not to require activity which will take students from other classes. The purpose of "quiet week" is to allow students and faculty members to give full attention to preparation for final examinations. Students and student organizations may not schedule social activities during quiet week or during the week of final examinations.

Unauthorized Student Group Gatherings

Any and all students and/or persons participating in an unauthorized group meeting on campus which creates a disturbance or causes destruction of College or personal property, or brings discredit to the College, shall be subject to disciplinary action and possible civil action.

Participants are defined as those persons actively engaged in the action and those drawn to the scene out of curiosity as spectators. Any student that can be identified personally by the College officials and/or through photographs taken at the scene of the disturbance are also defined as participants.