Student Organizations
Baptist Student Union
The Baptist Student Union (BSU) is a campus ministry that is open to all students at SMCC. Our vision is that students know Christ and make Him known. The SMCC Baptist Student Union offers you a place of fellowship, a springboard for missions, and a house for discipleship. From Monday night worship to various small group Bible studies,you can have the opportunity to plug into the Christian community of Southwest Mississippi. We are here to serve and help you. Please feel free to take a few minutes and check out our site for the answer to any questions you may have. Also, feel free to contact us with any. We would love to hear from you. additional questions. We are here to: help you deepen your faith in God support you in the living of your faith join with others in the study of the scriptures help you use your gifts in ministering to others have a meaningful worship experience help you get a "bigger picture of the world" from a Christian perspective develop friendships that become lasting relationships
Daniel Herndon
601-276-2012
Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Theta Kappa was established in 1918 to recognize the outstanding scholastic achievement
of community college students. There are over 800 chapters in the United States alone
and over 700 four-year colleges and universities offer scholarships to Phi Theta Kappa
members. The SMCC PTK Omicron Delta Chapter’s charter date was 1966, which means PTK
has had a long history on our campus.
Criteria to join the SMCC PTK Omicron Delta Chapter: To be eligible student must
have a cumulative 3.5 GPA Must have earned at least 15 college course hours $85.00
initiation fee (one-time fee) After student gains membership status, they must maintain
a 3.0 GPA
Benefits of PTK: Receive formal recognition Access to PTK transfer scholarships –
*note check with university you are transferring to on GPA requirements and scholarship
amounts Leadership development programs Tools to help you transfer to your four-year
college/university Support system of like-minded two-year college students, faculty,
and administrators.
Dr. Jennifer D. McLaughlin
601-276-2432
Natalie McMahon
601-276-3865
Dr. Jim Stephens
601-276-3840
Student Government Association
The Student Government Association is the representative body for student government at Southwest Mississippi Community College. Our role as the student government involves dealing with a broad range of issues relating to student life on the campus. We are interested in hearing from students who have recommendations for improving the life of students at SMCC and we are actively involved in many issues on the campus.
Lauren Woodworth
601-276-3732
Bear Trackers
Student volunteers selected by faculty to assist with recruitment, orientation, and other promotional events.
Patricia Young
601-276-3844
Karinlee Brister
601-276-3849
Tri Beta Biological Honor Society
Tri Beta Biological Honor Society is a national society for college students majoring in biological sciences or interested in the life sciences. A student must have a B average in his/her science courses to be in the honor society.
Dr. Alana Gabler
601-276-3880
Robin Kuntz
601-276-3744
Collegiate DECA
Collegiate DECA is a student organization that gives our students the opportunity to reach their career goals as leaders and entrepreneurs. We compete with students across the globe in events related to our major and gain real world experience. This gives us a competitive edge over other college graduates. We network and form relationships that connect us to internships, jobs, other students and friends that last a lifetime. Collegiate DECA motivates us to be academically successful, community oriented, professionally responsible, and experienced leaders. Collegiate DECA provides students with a sense of purpose and the tools to be the best, giving us an experience unlike any other college organization.
Deanna Martin
601-276-3734
Phi Beta Lambda
Phi Beta Lambda (collegiate FBLA) is the largest student business organization in the world. The purpose of PBL is to provide opportunities for postsecondary students to develop business-related career competencies. PBL is an integral part of the instructional program and in addition promotes a sense of civic and personal responsibility.
Amber Lirette
601-276-2013
Dr. Kim Tynes
601-276-2434
Health Information Management Student Association
Health Information Management Student Association (HIMSA) gives HIT students the opportunity to come together to help educate the campus community on Health Information Management and current healthcare initiatives.
Melissa Cotten
601-276-3882
Intramural Sports
On campus organization that promotes various sporting opportunities including: dodgeball, cabbageball, football, pool, ping pong, and basketball.
Bill Wallace
601-276-2020
Student Nurses Organizations
The Student Nurses Organization (SNO) is an organization open to all nursing students. This organization represents both the Mississippi Organization for Associate Degree Nurses (MOSA) and the Mississippi Association of Student Nurses (MASN). A variety of activities are planned by SNO members under the guidance of faculty sponsors. Meetings are held with interesting agendas. SNO sponsors a variety of community projects.
Lisa Alford
601-276-3856
Marching Band and Stage Band
Musicians selected to perform as a marching band unit or as a stage band in various shows throughout the year.
Clay Whittington
601-276-3725
Choir & Southwest Singers
Choral group that performs regularly and show choir made up of selected singers and dancers.
Joe Elliott
601-276-2003
Pine Burr
Campus newspaper published monthly containing news items reported by student staff writers and editors.
Joyce Mabry
601-276-3843
Whispering Pines
Campus yearbook with staff members responsible for recording student life and school events.
Joyce Mabry
601-276-3843
Bass Fishing Club
Bass Fishing Club promotes fishing as a recreational activity, and they also complete in fishing tournaments.
Dr. Addie Boone
601-276-3720
Archery Club
To provide the opportunity for people to come together to learn about and enjoy the sport of archery.
Dr. Jeremy Smith
601-276-3720