Student Clubs & Organizations

The various student organizations existing at Lycoming College provide numerous opportunities for involvement and leadership. Students are expected to become contributors to campus life by actively involving themselves in student government, service and social organizations, academic clubs, and club sports. The clubs and organizations are sponsored by Student Senate of Lycoming College. The Office of Student Programs and Leadership Development staff advise student leaders and organizations in the development and promotion of student activities. Larry Mannolini, Director of Student Programs and Leadership Development, Wertz Student Center, ext. 4118, is available to provide further information.


General Interest Clubs

General Interest

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Join the staff of the Lycourier, our student-run newspaper, or take up knitting with the Raging Stitches. Interested in getting to know more about other cultures? Our Multicultural Awareness Group has quite a few members from Williamsport to Vietnam. If you’re a commuter, looking to get more connected on campus, we have an organization just for you. Regardless of what your interests are, you’re sure to find an organization to match.

Amnesty International - The Lycoming College chapter supports the worldwide movement of fostering education for the preservation of human rights and social justice.

President: Samantha Silverberg

Advisor: Dr. Douglas J. Young

Arrow (College Yearbook) - Staffed by students interested in editorial publishing, photo journalism, graphic arts, and creative writing.

Editor-in-Chief: TBA

Advisor: Mr. Lawrence P. Mannolini III

Black Student Union (BSU) - An organization established to expand the black awareness on campus. Thereby the goal is to extend the outreach to all students and faculty alike. This is an organization where students can go and discuss relevant issues of importance here at Lycoming.

President: Sifa Blackmon

Advisors: Mr. Michael Darough, Mr. Seth D. Goodman

Board and Games Club (B.A.G.)

President: Alexander Towle

Advisors: Dr. Amy M. Rogers, Dr. Rachel J. Hickoff-Cresko

Colleges Against Cancer - The CAC program allows college students, faculty, and staff to work together to bring American Cancer Society programs and services to college communities nationwide. We participate in many different activities promoting: advocacy, cancer education, survivorship and the Relay For Life. Our purpose is to develop leadership skills as well as to create an awareness of cancer and to encourage students to help in the fight against it.

President: Meghan Cox

Advisor: Mrs. Lorri B. Amrom

Commuter Student Organization (CSO) - Unifies and represents the commuter student population with student government. Identifies, publicizes, and fulfills the special needs of the commuter student.

President: Chelsea Brewer

Advisor: Ms. Lauri L. Kremer

Creative Arts Society (CAS) - Serves as a social organization for students having an interest in creative arts (audio, visual, and performance). CAS sponsors trips to museums and performances. Membership is open to all students regardless of major/minor.

President: Alyssa Allen

Advisor: Dr. N. J. Stanley

Gays, Lesbians, Or BiSexuals and Allies at Lycoming (GLOBAL) - This organization provides a support structure and addresses the issues concerning gay, lesbian, and bisexual students and their allies.

President: Trish Duncan

Advisor: Dr. Sandra L. Kingery

Japanese Culture Club - To promote, educate, and increase awareness of Asian (mainly Japanese) culture, primarily through the study of Japanese art and entertainment.

President: Zachary Hess

Advisor: Dr. Len Cagle

Juggling Club - This organization teaches all who have an interest in juggling how to juggle. Membership includes students, faculty, and staff. The club owns a variety of juggling equipment available for student use.

President: Ed Dight

Advisor: TBA

L.A.C.E.S. - LACES is established for the sole purpose of bettering the community. LACES will act as a liaison between the group ACES, Advancing Communities by Educating and Serving, and the student body at Lycoming College to provide community service opportunities and conduct fundraisers to aid students in trips to the Dominican Republic to further serve the global community.

President: Zach Murphy

Advisor: Brittany Tasch

Laugh Out Lyco (L.O.L.) - Laugh Out Lyco is a student run improvisation club that works to improve or teach members about improv and how to do improv. With a fun array of games and exercises L.O.L. focuses on having fun and spreading it through improv.

President: Ed Dight

Advisor: Mr. Seth D. Goodman

Lyco Trails - Lyco Trails is established to give students an opportunity to experience fellowship through outdoor recreational activity, and to teach individuals how to conduct themselves in an outdoor setting.

President: Kyle Swovick

Advisor: Brittany Tasch

Lycoming College's Culinary Club

President: Steven Wright

Advisor: Dr. Holly Bendorf

Lycoming College Dance Club - Provides students of Lycoming College with an opportunity to meet new people and to develop their dance skills. The Dance Club adds to the diversity of the arts as well as a means of exercise and enjoyment.

Captain: Brittany Winn

Captain: Sarah Sipe

Advisor: Dr. N. J. Stanley

Lycoming College Democrats - Works to promote student participation and interest in local, state, and national politics. The club's primary background is the philosophy of the Democratic Party, but it encourages all students to learn more about leadership, volunteering, and voting. Members assist candidates, discuss issues, meet speakers, and work at convincing everyone on campus that participating in our community and government is important and fun.

President: Victoria Bortniak

Advisor: Dr. Jeremy D. Ramsey

Lycoming College Fly Fishing Club (FLYCO) - The Lycoming College Fly Fishing Club was established on the premises of providing service to the community through the sport of fly fishing with involvement in teaching others the principles of fly fishing, engaging in environmentally based service projects, and providing a positive social atmosphere.

President: Lauren Reitnouer

Advisor: Dr. Jonathan L. Williamson

Lycoming College Guitar Club - The Lycoming College Guitar Club was established to promote and to encourage the interests in playing guitar in Lycoming College students and to provide a stage for guitar players to play, to perform, and to show their skills. We offer a place for all guitar players to network with other guitarists, to share their knowledge and experience of music, to learn new skills, to improve their techniques, and to enhance their performances.

President: Hoang Ngyuen

Advisor: Mr. Timothy Breon

Lycoming College Republicans - Affiliated with the College Republicans of America, this organization works to further the ideals of the Republican Party while educating students about the political system.

President: Nicholas Grimes

Advisor: Dr. Jonathan L. Williamson

Lycoming College Roller Hockey - Strives to develop sportsmanship and team skills as well as to provide student participation in an athletic event.

President: Kyle Shakespeare

Advisor: TBA

Lycoming College Shotokan Karate Club - The purpose of the Shotokan Karate club is to guide its members in the principles of character formation, etiquette, and mental improvement; including understanding of one's self through the teaching of Shotokan Karate.

President: Kenneth Burgos

Advisor: Mr. William W. Bubb

Lycoming Environmental Awareness Foundation (LEAF) - LEAF promotes environmental awareness on the Lycoming College campus through the use of educational programs, local field activities, and outdoor recreation.

President: Alyssa Tomaskovic

Advisor: Dr. Melvin C. Zimmerman

Lycourier - The Lycourier student staff manages all aspects of the campus biweekly newspaper.

Editor: Cody Marshall

Interim Advisor: Ms. Summer Beretsky

Magic: the Gathering Club (MTG) - Acts as a meeting grounds for both new and old participants of the classic strategy card game, Magic: the Gathering, serving to promote healthy competition, tactics, and fostering creativity and ingenuity through deckbuilding. The club hosts a variety of events, ranging from casual play to free tournaments to Limited events.

President: Rebcca Havers

Advisor: Dr. Todd M. Preston

Multicultural Awareness Group (MAG) - Serves to celebrate the cultural differences of Lycoming students.

President: My Nguyen

Advisor: Mrs. Jean C. Wool

Phlying Phlanges

President: Amanda Miller

Advisor: Dr. Robin J. Knauth

Raging Stitches - This club exists to promote togetherness through the social and productive values of knitting, crocheting, and any other type of stitching that can be done in a group environment. Our main purpose is to gather together and create while socializing.

President: Brandi Goodwin

Advisor: Dr. Mary E. Morrison

The Silent Ranks - The main purpose of The Silent Ranks is to provide support for our country's military personnel and their friends and family at home. Military life is difficult and it is not something that everyone understands; that is why The Silent Ranks was created. We are here to share the hardships and the positive experiences that come from having someone you love serving in the armed forces.

President: Jenna Zimmer

Advisor: Ms. Stephanie Fortin

Spelling, Math and Reading Tutoring (SMART) Program - Spelling, Math and Reading Tutoring (SMART) Program - Creates an opportunity for college students to tutor and mentor children in grades 6 through 8 from Curtin Middle School. Tutors help the children with their homework and create a strong bond with a child while playing games, sports, or doing crafts. This program currently runs two days a week, Tuesdays and Thursdays, where Lycoming students typically come every day. However, students may choose which days they want to volunteer if they are unable to attend both days. This program runs from 3:30pm to 5:30pm with provided transportation.

Contacts: Stephanie Bowen

Advisor: Rev. Jeffrey L. LeCrone

United Campus Ministry - Supports activities of religious organizations, presents ecumenical services, offers social and recreational programs, and opportunities for service learning through which all persons can exercise their faith in community.

President: Michael Kane

Advisors: Rev. Jeffrey L. LeCrone

WRLC 91.7FM - Campus radio station is staffed by students interested in radio broadcasting.

Station Manager: Justin Ossont

Advisor: Mr. Mark S. Shuman

Youth Leaders for Lyco - Established for the expressed purpose of developing leadership skills and awareness of social responsibilities encouraging students to participate in public affairs.

President: TBA

Advisor: Rev. Jeffrey L. LeCrone

Fraternities and Sororities

Fraternities and Sororities

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You are sure to find your home away from home with one of our fraternities or sororities. These organizations give you an opportunity to get involved in a little bit of everything! Whether you really enjoy community service, taking a leadership role, or planning philanthropic events, you’ll do it all as a member of a fraternity or sorority.

Fraternities

Sororities

Fraternities and sororities are an important part of the institution's commitment to student development. The goals of all four men's national fraternities (Kappa Delta Rho, Lambda Chi Alpha, Phi Kappa Psi, and Tau Kappa Epsilon), and five women's sororities (Alpha Rho Omega, Alpha Sigma Tau, Alpha Xi Delta, Beta Phi Gamma, and Gamma Delta Sigma) are to promote academics, fellowship, leadership development, group responsibility, and service to both the community and the campus. Involvement in Fraternity and Sorority Life is open to all students who meet the minimum GPA requirements, and who have been enrolled for one full semester. Fraternities and sororities view recruitment as a yearlong process. Formal recruitment periods are held each September and January. During the remainder of the year, Continuous Open Bidding (COB) is in effect. In COB, a fraternity or sorority may officially extend an invitation for membership to interested individuals.

For more information on how to join a fraternity or sorority, please contact the Office of Student Programs and Leadership Development, ospld@lycoming.edu or call 570/321-4118.

Sports Clubs

Sport Clubs

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Join the group of students who play Ultimate Frisbee in the gym, or go to a nearby stable to ride with the Equestrian Club. There are plenty of options! We also have a variety of intramural sports you can get involved with all year round.

Cheerleading - Members are selected yearly by try out to provide a cheer squad for Lycoming athletic events.

Captains: Football Captains: Dacin Kemmerer and Jessica Kascic

Advisor: Ms. Candida I. Rivera

Equestrian Club - A group of students interested in horseback riding and competition. All ability levels are welcomed to join. Fair Play Farm, Linden, PA, is our associating stable.

President: Nora Castner

Advisor: Dr. Amy M. Rogers

Lycoming College Bodybuilding Club - The purpose of the bodybuilding club is to establish a supportive network of exercise enthusiasts, who can help each other to achieve their personal goals, while having the opportunity to develop leadership skills through the planning of competitions and community service projects.

President:  Peter Rittenhouse

Advisor:  Ms. Kelly Henrie

 

Lycoming College Paintball Club - The purpose of the paintball club is to establish a group of paintball enthusiasts, who can enjoy playing paintball, while having the opportunity to develop leadership skills through the planning of events and community service projects.

President:  Peter Rittenhouse

Advisor:  Mr. Michael Darough

 

Lycoming Fencing Club and Guild of Swordsmen - For new or experienced fencers, to learn more about the sport, techniques, and history of weaponry. Includes not only modern fencing, but more archaic weaponry and stage combat uses.

President: Samuel Clarke

Advisor: Dr. Cullen J. Chandler

Shuttlecocks (Badminton Club) - The Shuttlecocks is established for the purpose of fostering social relationships, developing teamwork, improving health and fitness, and encouraging students to participate in school affairs through the medium of badminton.

President: Julia Gallo

Advisor: Dr. Darby Lewes

Table Tennis Club - The Table Tennis Club is established for the purpose of an organized meeting of students who enjoy playing and discussing table tennis and/or those who wish the learn table tennis as a sport.

President: Alex Myers

Advisor: Mr. Chris Reed

Ultimate Frisbee Organization of Lycoming (UFOL) - Promotes good health and exercise in a fun, fast and action-packed sport.

President: Trey Nenow

Advisor: TBA

Water Polo Club - The Water Polo club is an organization dedicated to spreading the word and the teaching of the sport of water polo. Water Polo is played with two opposing teams shooting a ball about the size of a volleyball at two goals at opposite ends of the pool much like soccer. The sport requires a moderate amount of swimming capability but the coaches are more than willing to help anyone whom needs to gain more skills in that area.

Captain: TBA

Advisor: TBA

Religious Clubs

Religious Clubs

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Are you looking for an opportunity to explore your spirituality? Or perhaps you’d like to get involved with a ministry specifically for athletes? We have several options for students looking for a way to worship on campus.

Judaic Culture Society of Lycoming College

President: Stephanie Goldberg

Advisors: Dr. Pamela Gaber, Rev. Jeffrey L. LeCrone, Dr. Richard A. Hughes

Lycoming Cru - Cru exists to help fulfill the Great Commission by winning, building and sending in the power of the Holy Spirit. Cru's Bible studies, worship nights, and fellowship times gives students the opportunity to grow in their faith. Our goal is to give all on campus a chance to hear God's word.

President: Victoria Yuskaitis

Advisor: Mr. Casey M. Spencer

Play By FAITH Ministries - Play by FAITH ministries is an athletic ministry that works with college athletes in an effort to lead them to Christ. Using the Bible as our training manual, we provide athletes with the necessary knowledge required to not only be disciples of Christ, but teach them how, through the platform of athletics, to speak publicly about their faith. If you are interested in what the Bible has to say about being a Christ-centered leader, Play by FAITH ministries is the place for you.

Main Contact: Nate Jones

Advisor: Ms. Rebecca Spencer

Religious Exploration At Lycoming (REAL) - We hope to educate ourselves and the campus about the many faith traditions in the Williamsport area by participating in various worship services and local religious events. We also meet weekly to discuss current issues in the faith community and learn the history of the faith communities surrounding this campus. We wish to learn why people believe what they do instead of telling people what to believe.

President: TBA

Advisor: Dr. Steven R. Johnson

Peer Ministry - is young adults helping young adults. Peer Ministers are students who share Faith and Friendship. As student leaders on campus the peer ministers engage in: Listening to others and self; Enlivening community; Articulating values and beliefs; Developing the spiritual; Experiencing life with compassion; Realizing visibility on campus.

Program Administrator: Rev. Jeffery L. LeCrone

Service Organizations

Service Organizations

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Interested in connecting with the local community? Or maybe you’d like to travel over Spring Break to connect with a community in the South? These organizations provide you with countless opportunities to get involved in community service. Whether it’s building houses over spring break with Habitat for Humanity, or helping families close to campus, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to help individuals and families in need.

Big Brothers/Big Sisters - The mission of Big Brothers/Big Sisters is to provide a community resource for children at risk and in need of a positive role model to support their growth and development. Through one-to-one matches, the Lycoming College student volunteers help these children enhance their self-esteem, personal safety and study skills, and set goals for the future.

President: Crystal Hampson

Advisor: Dr. Caroline L. Payne

Campus Girl Scouts - Campus Girl Scouts, which is open to all Lycoming College students regardless of gender, provides the opportunity for Lycoming College students to become an adult volunteer and the opportunity to work with Girl Scout troops in our area. Also training programs and opportunities are continuously being offered through the council to meet the various interests of students at Lycoming College.

President: Carmen Niemeyer

Advisor: Mrs. Dawn R. Burch

Circle K International - Exists to meet the personal needs of the individual collegian through the qualities of leadership, the rewards of service, and the unique spirit of friendship.

President: Maralee Fye

Advisor: Mr. Lawrence P. Mannolini III

Habitat for Humanity - The Lycoming College chapter of this ecumenical housing organization works in partnership with people in need to improve the conditions in which they are forced to live.

President: Annie Wegman

Advisor: Rev. Jeffrey L. LeCrone

Lycoming Buddies - The mission of Lycoming Buddies is to enhance the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment.

President: Jessica Lehman

Advisor: Dr. Philip W. Sprunger

Governing Bodies & Boards

Governing Bodies and Boards

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Leadership is one of the most important qualities you’ll need for life after college. It looks great on a resume! Of course, you can lead on an executive board of any of our clubs and organizations. These particular groups lead everything from the student body to campus concerts.

Campus Activities Board (CAB) - In cooperation with the Office of Student Programs and Leadership Development, the Campus Activities Board plans and implements student activities such as concerts, comedians, dinner theaters, movies and musical performances. Membership in CAB is open to all Lycoming College students. All active members have voting privileges within the organization.

President: Maralee Fye

Advisor: Mr. Lawrence P. Mannolini III

Student Senate of Lycoming College (SSLC) - The Student Senate of Lycoming College (SSLC) is the official student governing body of the College. SSLC is the final, legitimate, and representative voice of the students and is recognized by the administration as the official voice of students. Student grievances, needs, and desires should be taken to SSLC for effective communication with the administration. A major function of SSLC is the appointment of student representatives to campus committees that play important roles in Lycoming policy making. SSLC meetings are held weekly in the Wertz Conference Room. SSLC maintains an office on the third floor of the Wertz Student Center.

President: Greg Vartan

Advisor: Dr. Daniel P. Miller

Class Officers

Each of the four classes, Senior, Junior, Sophomore, Freshman, elect students to serve as their class officers. These students work in conjunction with Student Senate to promote class unity and relay information pertinent to the members of their class.

Class of 2013

President: Brandon Sellers

Advisors: Ms. Amy Dowling

Class of 2014

President: Maralee Fye

Advisor: Mr. Casey M. Spencer

Class of 2015

President: David Gordon

Advisor: Dr. Caroline Payne

Class of 2016

President: Brooke Adamski

Advisor: Mr. Andrew Kilpatrick

Leadership Education Advancement Project (LEAP) - LEAP is designed to bring freshmen students together to simulate the workings of a student organization while learning valuable lifelong leadership skills. Membership is by application.

Program Administrator: Mr. Lawrence P. Mannolini III

Panhellenic Council - Serves as the women's governing body, consisting of women from all chapters, who govern the women's sorority system through policy and resolutions that affect sorority women.

President: Maly Kongsynonh

Advisor: Ms. Candida I. Rivera

Interfraternity Council (IFC) - Serves as the men's governing body, consisting of men from all chapters, who govern the men 's fraternity system through policies and resolutions that affect fraternity men.

President: Jack Port

Advisor: Ms. Candida I. Rivera

Academic Interest

Academic Interest

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Whether you're interested in joining a club that better prepares you for the real world in your major, or are interested in joining a club for another major you’re considering, these clubs and organizations are for you. From our film business club, Crossing the Frames Productions, to the Lycoming College Choir, we have something for every academic interest. You may even be asked to join one of our honor societies!

Academic Support Organizations

Clubs on this list are also under the Student Senate umbrella but are topically similar to many of the majors and academic areas of study at the College.

Accounting Society - The purpose of this organization is to generate interest in accounting and to create a liaison between students, faculty, and alumni to promote the professional social well-being of future accountants.

President: Andrew Paulhamus

Advisor: Ms. Lauri L. Kremer

Association for Computing Machinery, Lycoming College Student Chapter of the (ACM) - This organization facilitates educational programming for students who have an interest in computer technology.

President: TBA

Advisor: Dr. Eileen M. Peluso

Association of Mathematically Interested Students (AMIS) - Provides social and academic programming for students to advance and diffuse knowledge of mathematical science and its applications.

President: Jessica Lehman

Advisor: Dr. Christopher K. Reed

Club Franco - Provides a forum in the French language for all students and faculty. We are an academic organization that offers activities to promote the French language and Francophone culture.

President: Kelsey Crowe

Advisor: Dr. Amy Cartal-Falk

Coptic Club

President: TBA

Advisor: Dr. Steven R. Johnson

 

Criminal Justice Society - Organizes and implements social and intellectual campus programs which heighten the knowledge and understanding of the field of criminal justice.

President: Dani Eckenroth

Advisor: Dr. Susan M. Ross

Crossing The Frames Productions - This new club on campus is all about the film business. We work with actors, musicians, graphic artists, film equipment, editing software, scripts, and other members of the organization to create a student film or video. The pieces can be any genre and be written by any member, which is why this club is open not just to Digital Communication students but to all majors, such as Creative Writing, Fine Art, and Business. This club is dedicated to the production of videos done solely by students, including pre-production, production, and post-production, where every member will have a job. If you would like to become part of this organization please contact a current member or officer.

President: Jehiel Boner

Advisor: Ms. Leah R. Peterson

Deutschverein (German Club) - The German Club encourages student interest in the discipline of German and the German culture through campus activities and forums.

President: Kathryn Bathgate

Advisor: Dr. Len Cagle

English Society - Enriches the College's humanities program, encourages interest in literature and in creative and professional writing, and supports students considering careers related to these interests.

President: Amanda Edens

Advisor: Dr. Todd M. Preston

Lycoming College Choir - Conducted by Dr. Fred Thayer, the Choir has been widely acclaimed as one of the finest college musical groups in the East. Since its inception in 1947,the Choir has presented concerts in every state east of the Mississippi River. They have toured abroad in Canada, England, Puerto Rico, Spain, Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic. They have sung with the Gregg Smith Singers and Barry Manilow and appeared at the National Cathedral, the Washington Shrine, and St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City.

Contact: TBA

Conductor: Dr. Fred M. Thayer

Lycoming College Concert Band - Is an ensemble of approximately 55 woodwind, brass, and percussion players. Membership is open to all students by audition. The repertoire includes a variety of music, from original wind band literature to lighter arrangements. During the year, the band performs five concerts on campus. The band also takes a brief tour at the end of spring semester. Concerts are free and open to the public.

Contact: Alyson E. Zeigler

Conductor: Dr. William S. Ciabattari

Lycoming College History Club - Is open to all students and has been established for the expressed purpose of spreading the love and knowledge of all things historical.

President: Lydia Peifer

Advisor: Dr. Cullen J. Chandler

Lycoming College Jazz Ensemble - Provides an opportunity for students with an interest in playing,learning, and performing jazz music, both instrumental and vocal. Membership is open to all full-time students.

Conductor: Dr. William S. Ciabattari

Philosophy Discussion Club -

President: Jessica Askew

Advisor: Dr. Douglas J. Young

 

Pre-Health Society - Provides post-graduate information and materials for health care careers and sponsors lectures and social service programs pertaining to all areas of the health care industry.

President: Taylor Anspach

Advisor: Dr. Edward G. Gabriel

Pre-Law Society - Provides a source of information to meet the needs of students who are seriously considering legal careers.

President: Percy Fields

Advisor: Dr. Raymond V. Carman

Psychology Club - Encourages students' interest and scholarship in the field of psychology.

President: Shannon Kryder

Advisor: Dr. Rebecca J. Gilbertson

Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) - This organization helps students understand how the military operates while teaching skills of leading and being led.

Contact: Mr. Andy Mahoney

Advisor: LTC Daniel George

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Russian Language Club

President: Linda McCargo

Advisor: Dr. Claude E. Hardy

S-Pennsylvania State Education Association - Encourages student interest in the field of education, both on campus and in the community education system.

President: Julie Martinez

Advisor: Dr. Amy M. Rogers

Society of Physics Students - Advances and diffuses knowledge of the science of physics and its application to human welfare by promoting educational activities for students and recognizing students who have achieved high scholarship in physics.

President: David Kenward

Advisor: Dr. Christopher W. Kulp

Sociology/Anthropology Society - Creates opportunities for students to explore all aspects of sociology and anthropology through guest lectures, career guidance, postgraduate information, and social activities.

President: Katie Walker

Advisor: Dr. Betty L. McCall

Spanish Club - Promotes the understanding of the cultural diversity of Spanish speaking countries.

President: Miranda Giraldo

Advisor: Dr. Noelia Huertas

Honor Societies

Academic Honor Societies are listed here as a courtesy resource. These organizations are not recognized by Student Senate and as such do not enjoy the normal privileges of a recognized student organization.

Alpha Epsilon Delta - is the National Health Preprofessional Honor Society dedicated to the encouragement and recognition of excellence in preprofessional health scholarship, including medicine, dentistry, veterinary, and others. The Society welcomes ALL students engaged in the pursuit of a professional healthcare career. AED offers opportunities for intellectual and professional development, provides a forum for students with common interests, and extends a program of service to benefit the college/university community.

Advisor: Dr. Edward G. Gabriel

Alpha Kappa Delta - Is an international organization dedicated to promoting, facilitating, and recognizing academic scholarship as an international sociology honor society.

Advisor: Dr. Susan M. Ross

Alpha Phi Sigma (Gamma Alpha Chapter) - Is the only nationally-recognized honors society for criminal justice majors. Criminal justice graduate programs and better employers all recognize that membership in APS is restricted to students who have achieved high standards in academics in criminal justice.

Advisor: Dr. Kerry Richmond

Alpha Psi Omega - Stimulates interest and provides rewards for participation in theatre activities. Students are eligible to join after obtaining "points" earned by contributing to the theatre program of the College.

Advisor: Ms. Tiffany Towns

Beta Beta Beta - Functions as an honor and professional society for students who excel in the field of biological science. To join, students must complete at least 3 courses in biological science with an average "B" grade or better.

Advisor: Dr. Jeffrey D. Newman

Delta Mu Delta - Promotes higher scholarship in the field of business administration and recognizes those who achieve it.

Advisor: Dr. Neil M. Boyd

Gamma Sigma Alpha (Alpha Gamma Chapter) - Promotes intellectual interaction between Greek students and the academic community. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.50 and have completed 60 credits.

Advisor: Ms. Candida I. Rivera

Gamma Sigma Epsilon - Honors students for scholastic achievement in chemistry.

Advisor: Dr. Charles H. Mahler

Kappa Delta Pi - The Education Honor Society functions as a professional and honor society for students interested in the field of education.

Advisor: Dr. Amy M. Rogers

Kappa Mu Epsilon - Honors students for scholastic achievement in mathematics.

Advisor: Dr. Santhusht S. deSilva

Kappa Pi - Kappa Pi is an international honorary fine art society dedicated to promoting artistic excellence at the collegiate level. The society bonds conscientious artists together to form a unit that is influential in the community and the world. Members of the Lycoming College Kappa Pi must have completed 12 semester credits in fine art, produce outstanding artwork, have an overall GPA of 3.0 and a GPA of a least 3.5 in art courses.

Advisor: Ms. B. Lynn Estomin

Lambda Pi Eta - Honors students for scholastic achievement in communications.

Advisor: Mr. Eugene L. Donati

Omicron Delta Epsilon - This economics honor society confers distinction for high scholastic achievements in economics by stimulating and promoting student interest in all aspects of economics. Members must be economics majors/minors who have junior status, completed twelve hours of economics, and maintained a B average.

Advisor: Dr. Mehrdad Madresehee

Phi Alpha Theta - Functions as an honor and professionalsociety for students majoring in history.

Advisor: Dr. Richard J. Morris

Phi Kappa Phi - The objective of this group is to promote the pursuit of excellence in all fields of higher education and to recognize outstanding achievement. Students who are Juniors must be in the upper 7.5% of the class, and Seniors must be in the upper 9% of the class.

Advisor: Dr. Melvin C. Zimmerman

Phi Sigma Iota - The Foreign Language Honor Society recognizes scholastic achievement in foreign languages.

Advisor: Dr. Barbara F. Buedel

Phi Sigma Tau - Honors students for scholastic achievement in philosophy.

Advisor: Dr. Douglas J. Young

Pi Gamma Mu - Confers distinction for scholastic achievement in social sciences.

Advisor: TBA

Pi Sigma Alpha - Honors students for scholastic achievement in political science.

Advisor: Dr. Jonathan L. Williamson

Psi Chi - Encourages, stimulates, and maintains excellence in the scholarship of psychology. Psychology majors or minors can become members after completing eight semester hours of psychology and achieving top 35% rank in their class.

Advisor: Dr. Rebecca J. Gilbertson

Sigma Iota Rho - Honors students for scholastic achievement in international studies.

Advisor: Dr. Robert H. Larson

Sigma Pi Sigma - Recognizes the attainment of high scholarship and potential achievement in physics among outstanding students.

Advisor: Dr. David G. Fisher

Sigma Tau Delta - This international English society strives to promote interest in literature and the English language by fostering creative and critical writing skills and conferring distinction for high achievement. A candidate for membership must have a minimum of two college courses in English language or literature and hold a "B" average in those courses.

Advisor: Dr. Darby Lewes

Theta Alpha Kappa - Recognizes students for scholastic achievement in the study of religion.

Advisor: Dr. Steven R. Johnson