Clubs and Organizations
There are more than 50 active chartered clubs and organizations at Hudson Valley Community College. These clubs have been established to supplement students' academic experience through educational, socio-political, cultural, recreational and religious activity.
Club membership is open to all Hudson Valley Community College students who pay the Student Activity Fee.
Organizations that have restrictions to their membership may be recognized by the Student Senate and afforded access to school facilities to meet and to advertise, but may not be granted a budget. However, any club or organization may request of the Student Senate special project funding for an event or activity.
Forming a New Club
Any group of students (10 minimum) with a common interest and purpose can request recognition by the Student Senate (which then will act on the) proposed charter and budget. Each club must have at least one faculty or staff advisor in order to be chartered. Fill out our Interest Form if you are interested in forming a new club.
For more information, please contact the Student Activities Office at (518) 629-7348.
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A-Tech Club
The purpose of this club is to enhance the educational opportunities for individuals in our society by performing automotive related projects that deal with the changing of technology in the practical application of alternative fuels as related to the automotive industry.
Club Advisor: Randy Howarth, WIL 132, (518) 629-7276
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Amateur Radio Club
The Amateur Radio Club is for students, faculty and
staff who are interested in electronics and the
operation of radio transmitting and receiving
devices. The club station, W2HVC, is located in
Amstuz Hall, Room 107. Its voice, code and data
transmission capabilities on a wide spectrum of
frequencies gives Federal Communication
Commission-licensed members the opportunity to
establish contact with other amateur radio stations.
Members who do not have an FCC amateur
license may study radio theory in preparation for
the exam leading to their own station license.
They also may gain communication knowledge by
observing the operation of the station. Morse
Code is no longer an FCC exam requirement.
Amateur radio operators are often called upon to
perform public service communications during
emergencies and special events, to report adverse
weather conditions to the National Weather
Service, or to communicate road conditions to
local police agencies.
Club Advisor: Jonathan D. Ashdown, AMZ 105, (518) 629-7102
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American Chemical Society Club
The American Chemical Society Club provides
members with chemistry enrichment activities participation
in community outreach, including
National Chemistry Day held annually in the fall.
The club is a student chapter of the American
Chemical Society.
Club Advisors:
Danica Nowosielski, SCI 359, (518) 629-8124
Elena Keesee, SCI 363, (518) 629-4682
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American Sign Language (ASL) Club
American Sign Language Club supports the acquisition of American Sign Language within a non-structured social environment and engages those within the Deaf Community on campus and around the Capital District area. The meetings will be the first Wednesday of each month. Locations and times TBA.
Club Advisors:
Jean Armstrong, MRV 214, (518) 629-8088 mailbox 60724
Stacey DeLaney
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American Society of Civil Engineers Student Club (ASCE)
This club promotes the understanding of
civil engineering and civil engineering technology
and encourages the growth of its
members within the profession. The program
is an active one, including field trips,
speakers, concrete canoe competition, steel
bridge competition, and other events.
Club Advisor: Craig D’Allaird,
HUD 117, (518) 629-7618
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Animal Outreach Club
Animal Outreach Club promotes and fosters animal advocacy projects locally and globally. Initiatives include humane education and fundraising. "Empties for Animals" the main fundraiser, collects returnable bottles and cans and donates the proceeds to needy animal rescues. Club members plan and support volunteer opportunities, take field trips, attend workshops, host speakers, incorporate concepts taught in Animal Advocacy, Law and Policy into humane education efforts.
Club Advisors:
Alan Joseph, MRV 103, (518) 629-7233
Val Waldin, MRV 141, (518) 629-7319
Club website: http://clubs.hvcc.edu/animaloutreach
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The Armed Forces Club
The Armed Forces Club provides a means for the college
community to support the efforts of veterans
from all branches of the Armed Forces,including student
veterans, relatives of veterans, supportive veterans
from the community, or representatives from
state and federal agencies who work with veterans.
Contact: Student Activities Office, CTR 210, (518) 629-7348
Club website: http://clubs.hvcc.edu/armedforces
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Black and Latino Student Union
The Black and Latino Student Union (BLSU) was
established in October 1968. Its purpose is to promote
the mission of the college and to promote
the awareness of Black and Latino history and culture
through social, educational and community
service activities. All students of Hudson Valley
Community College are eligible and welcome to
become members of the BLSU.
Club Advisor: Larry Ellis, CTR
260, (518) 629-7320
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Brothers Incynch
The primary purpose of Brothers Incynch is to provide
male students (female students are invited to
join the club, as well) with essential tools to complete
their degrees through mentoring, internships,
inspirational speakers and work with community
leaders. According to a literature review,
many scholars have identified African American
and Latino males as an "endangered species," and
the successful African American and Latino males
as an anomaly. Brothers Incynch functions as a
vehicle to stop the tide of despair among many of
our disadvantaged male students. It is a gateway
for promoting understanding and helping male
students by creating a platform for individuals to
find their voices and communicate. The organization
promotes greater retention rates for males
and opportunities of preparedness for continued
higher education opportunities. The long-term
results of programming are to enhance greater
retention while engaging in academic pursuits.
Futuristically, providing a platform for more voices
is an essential component of greater economic,
social, and political consequences for society.
Club Advisor: Tamu
Chambers, FTZ 101, (518) 629-7431
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The HVCC Builders Club (Student Chapter of the NAHB)
Hudson Valley's Builder's Club, a chapter of the
National Association of Home Builders, provides an
excellent opportunity for students in the Civil
Engineering Technology and Construction
Technology programs, as well as other related programs,
to interact with and develop contacts with
the leaders in the Capital Region construction
industry. Members may attend monthly meetings of
the Albany Area Builders Association, where speakers
from across the Northeast address owners, CEOs
and management personnel of the area's top contracting
firms and suppliers. At the meetings, there
is ample time for members to network with professionals
who are more than willing to discuss their
interests and aspirations.
Club Advisor: Andy Donovan, HUD 117, (518) 629-7651
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Cheerleading and Pep Squad
The purpose of the Cheerleading and Pep Squad is
to create team and school spirit across the campus
and community. The team attends games to show
support to the athletes and to promote a positive
and fun atmosphere at various college events.
Open to all students.
Contact: Student Activities Office, CTR 210, (518) 629-7348
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The Choir Club
The purpose of this club will be to improve quality of
life for individuals on our campus by offering students
the opportunity to belong to a singing group
and perform on campus at events and activities
designed to celebrate and enhance the quality of
campus life.
Club Advisor: Mary Ann
Gulyas, BRN 111A, (518) 629-8088 mailbox 60308
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Circle K International
The purpose of Circle K International is to provide
the opportunity for leadership training through service
on campus and in the community, to promote fellowship
and high scholarship, and to develop aggressive citizenship and the spirit of service for the
improvement of all human relationships. The members
of the Hudson Valley Community College Circle
K are students who agree to perform community
service in order to create positive changes on campus
and in the surrounding communities.
Club Advisor: Alison Maddock, FTZ 322, (518) 629-7219
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Collegiate Academic Support Program (CASP) Club
The purpose of the CASP Club is to create an environment
on campus that celebrates diversity, inclusiveness
and community. By providing information,
activities and events that encourage students to
respect, understand and appreciate diversity, we
strive to create a greater understanding of acceptance
and to make each student's time here at
Hudson Valley more rewarding and educational.
Club Advisor: Roy Pompey, MRV 001A, (518) 629-7160
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Cosplay Club
The mission of the Cosplay Club is to educate students
interested in costume play (cosplay) on
how to manage projects, create costumes and
props, and learn from one another.
Club Advisor: James Slattery, MRV 215
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Criminal Justice Association
The Criminal Justice Association is an active community
of learners, as well as future criminal justice
scholars and practitioners, who are impassioned
about the issues and challenges unique to the criminal
justice system. All aspects of criminal justice,
including law enforcement, the courts and the correctional
system will be the subject of consideration,
discussion and debate. Guests speakers, field
trips, and a variety of activities and community
service initiatives round out association events and
provide a dynamic forum within which students
may share their enthusiasm for criminal justice.
Club Advisor: Shawna-Kay
Addison, BTC 247, (518) 629-8088 mailbox 60222
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Early Childhood Club
The Early Childhood Club strives to carry out the
mission of the college and the Teacher Preparation
Department by providing a variety of activities that
help children globally and within the local community.
Members advocate for the rights of children,
provide a forum for discussion surrounding
issues pertaining to childhood, and encourage student
participation in the National Association for
the Education of Young Children Conference each
year. Any student in the department may join the
Early Childhood Club. The club's student board of
directors seeks input from membership to determine
activities for the year, which according to the
student voice and decision-making within the club.
Club Advisors:
Laura Brewer, HGB 105, (518) 629-7396
Eileen Mahoney, HGB 212, (518) 629-4862
Ann Plourde, HGB 211, (518) 629-4833
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Educational Opportunity Program Club
The Educational Opportunity Program Club is
designed to assist the Educational Opportunity
Program in becoming more diverse and flexible
through active participation in monthly group
meetings. It aims to establish a cohesive group
that can determine the needs of the EOP population.
Guest speakers are invited to address specific
and various EOP topic areas.
Club Advisor: Jaime Miller, CTR 120, (518) 629-7325
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Electrical Construction and Maintenance Club
The Electrical Construction and Maintenance
Club was organized to help develop a better
understanding of the electrical and electronic
fields, and to promote fellowship among student
members. The club sponsors speakers and
field trips to industry events and facilities. Social
activities include annual fall and spring outings.
Club Advisor: James Countryman,
WIL 129, (518) 629-7270
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Engineering Science Association Of Hudson Valley (ENSA)
The Engineering Science Club, formed in 1977,
helps engineering students broaden their educational
opportunities through activities not normally
experienced in the classroom. Activities include
speakers, trips and social events.
Club Advisor: Beth Ernest, BTC 1061,
(518) 629-7266
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Entrepreneurs Club
This club is open to all students on campus, with the
goal of fostering pride and fellowship within the
School of Business and throughout the college
community. Centering around each student's future
academic and career goals, we encourage interest
and activity in the fields of business and related
areas.
The club meets
on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 2 p.m. in BRN 104 during the fall and spring semesters when classes are in session.
Club Advisors:
Johanna (Jodi) Mather, BRN 225, (518)
629-7659
Danielle Blesi, BRN 224, (518) 629-7663
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Film Club
The Hudson Valley Community College Film Club exists to unite students who have an interest in film. The goals of this club include holding discussions regarding the art of film, conducting workshops on cinematography and collaborating in the creation of short films.
Contact: Student Activities Office, CTR 210, (518) 629-7348
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Foreign Language and Culture Club
The Foreign Language and Culture Club is open to all
students who are interested in learning more about
other languages and cultures. Club members include
American and international students from the college
who are interested in making new friends and
learning together. Typical club activities include visits
to cultural performances and museums, group dinners
at local international restaurants, and participation
in trips and activities sponsored by the Student
Activities Office. Club members volunteer at college
events such as Homecoming, Spring Fest and the
Annual Club Fair. Members also co-sponsor events,
such as the International Thanksgiving Dinner, with
the International Students Club. It hosts an annual
Spring Awards Ceremony to commend members for
their participation in the club. Note: It is not necessary
to speak a foreign language or take a language
course in order to become a club member.
Club Advisor: Natasha Anthony,
BRN 112, (518) 629-7500
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Garden and Horticulture Club
The mission of the club is to educate and engage club members in gardening, horticulture, landscape, resource management, stewardship and related activities with an emphasis on sustainability on the HVCC campus, in the local horticultural community, and in greater horticultural communities at large.
Club Advisor: Michael Engle, CTR 235, (518) 629-4633
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Habitat for Humanity Club
We are a student-led organization that partners
with local Habitat affiliates in Troy and Albany to
build homes for those who otherwise could not
afford them. No building experience is necessary;
we will show you what to do when you arrive on
the construction site. Habitat believes that every
man, woman and child should have a safe and
affordable place to live. While building homes is
central to our mission, it is only one piece of the
puzzle. The four functions of a campus chapter
include: Building, Fundraising (to help our affiliate
chapters), Advocating (by asking our government
representatives to change the systems and policies)
and Educating (others about the millions who
need adequate shelter). Regardless of your interest,
there are many ways you can help.
Contact: Student Activities Office, CTR 210, (518) 629-7348
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Hacky Pack Club
This club encourages students to create diverse social connections and participate in a recreational exercise that is accessible to a wide range of students, regardless of skill level or experience. It also encourages creative expression, human unity, and charity for the less fortunate.
Club Advisor: Joseph Stenard, MRV 109, (518) 629-7539
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Health and Administrative Information Management Club
The Health and Administrative Management Club
is an academic organization of dynamic individuals,
working as a team to build successful personal,
academic and professional networks leading to
future careers. The club welcomes all students
interested in developing contacts with fellow students,
faculty and alumni, as well as professionals
working in the field of Health and Administrative
Information Management.
Club Advisor: Barbara LaMarche, BRN 118, (518) 629-7133
Club website: http://clubs.hvcc.edu/haim
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The Hudsonian
The Hudsonian is the official student newspaper
of Hudson Valley Community College.
Published weekly during the academic year, its purpose is to serve campus and the community by providing timely news. Student staff members gain valuable experience in the creation and publication of a newspaper, with opportunities in journalism, the editorial process, layout, advertising, public relations, promotions, accounting and web design. The experience is an excellent addition to a resume and published work can be included in a portfolio. In addition, staff members develop many valuable networking connections, may attend national media conferences and are eligible for internship opportunities at local new outlets.
The Hudsonian has received national recognition and awards for the quality of the news and design, including:
The office is on the second floor of the Siek
Campus Center, Room 291, just upstairs from the
Public Safety Office. Meetings are every Monday at
2 p.m. in ADM 107.
Club Advisor: Rachel Bornn, MRV 212, (518) 629-7688
Club website: www.thehudsonian.org
You can also find The Hudsonian on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thehudsonian
Club Email and Phone: hudsonian@hvcc.edu, (518) 629-7444
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Human Services Club
The Human Services Club provides students with
a better understanding of who they are as human
service workers. The club fosters communication
among faculty, students and other members of
the college. Activities include:
- Workshops, field trips and student\ conferences
- Community service projects that improve the
quality of life for individuals within the
community
This club provides a support system for
students through meetings and social gatherings
that promote unity, companionship and commitment.
Open to all students in the Human Services
curriculum, in addition to other students who have
an interest.
Club Advisors:
Maryanne Pepe, BRN 008, at
(518) 629-7352
Patricia Birch, BRN 010, (518) 629-7220
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Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (I.E.E.E.)
The student branch of the Institute of Electrical
and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is open to all students
in the Electrical Technology and Engineering
Sciences departments. The IEEE is an international
organization engaged in promoting the search for
preservation and dissemination of knowledge of
electrical engineering and the allied arts and sciences.
Members of the student branch conduct
and attend seminars, take field trips and participate
in the annual national convention.
Club Advisor: Jonathan Ashdown, (518) 629-7102
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International Students Club
The purpose of this club is to foster a sense of
community among international and American
students. The club is open to anyone who is interested
in meeting and interacting with students
from other countries. Through presentations, the
club provides international students with important
information regarding their immigration status,
campus-based resources and services and
other areas of interest. Club activities provide all
interested students, representing a wide array of
countries, with opportunities to share their experience
and culture with others. Members enjoy
shared dinners, meetings, trips and socials.
Club Advisor: Jay Deitchman, GUN 215, (518) 629-7567
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Investment Club
The Investment Club's mission is to improve financial literacy and practical knowledge on markets, investments, risk abatement and other decision making strategies. The club manages real funds in the stock market, hosts experienced speakers and offers leadership opportunities. The Hudson Valley Community College Foundation is a sponsor of the Investment Club and we partner with other clubs on campus too.
Open to all students, the club meets
every Wednesday at 3 p.m. in BRN 104 during the fall and spring semesters when classes are in session.
Club Advisors:
Joseph Stenard, MRV 109, (518) 629-7539
Chong-Hwan Son, MRV 108, (518) 629-7868
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Jewish Student Union
The Jewish Student Union aims to enrich Jewish
life on campus by promoting awareness and helping
Jewish students connect with their heritage
through social activities.
Club Advisor: Crystal
Heshmat, BTC 244, (518) 629-8088 mailbox 60784
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Martial Arts Club
This club's purpose is to share a wide variety of martial arts knowledge and help members hone their skills, learn new skills, and stay fit, as well as advance their art to their fullest potential. The club emphasizes nonviolence, good health, fitness and good etiquette.
Club Advisor: Lou DeFelippo
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HVCC Mathematics Club
The purpose of this club is to provide a center for
mathematically inclined students to engage in contests,
discussion and study related to the field of
mathematics. Established in 2010, the club is one
of the fastest growing new clubs on campus.
Club Advisor: Ryan
Bakes, MRV 0011, (518) 629-7821
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Mortuary Science Student Association
The Mortuary Science Club was chartered in 1972 for
all students in the Mortuary Science curriculum. Club
members host activities on campus; act as a liaison
between the public and funeral services; visit industries
allied with funeral service; discuss problems
that are pertinent to mortuary science students; and
prepare for their chosen profession.
Club Advisor: Lori Purcell, FTZ 011, (518) 629-7334
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Muslim Student Association
The purpose of this club is to initiate a better
understanding of the culture of Islam by exploring
the true Islamic way of life.
Club Advisor: Michael Naylor
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Niemond Zonders
The Niemond Zonders Club was organized by
nursing students to generate interest in the nursing
profession and current health issues.
Membership is open to all Hudson Valley students.
Community-oriented health services are provided
through activities that include volunteer work for
non-profit organizations such as the Red Cross.
Educational activities are scheduled periodically
during the year.
Club Advisor: Deborah Campagna,
FTZ 204, (518) 629-8081
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Not A Bit Of Difference Club
The Not A Bit Of Difference Club was established
by students with disabilities on the Hudson Valley
Community College campus, and membership is
open to all students interested in promoting awareness of disability-related issues. Club members
do fundraising, take field trips to area theaters
and museums and pursue other activities of
interest. They also are encouraged to play an
active role in campus community life.
Club Advisor: Ann Petersen, CTR 138, (518) 629-7535
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Pep Band Club
The purpose of the Pep Band Club is to foster school pride, support Hudson Valley students, faculty and staff, and to inspire community pride with our performances. The Pep Band Club is constantly searching for new members interested in raising school spirit.
Club Advisor: Mary Ann Gulyas, BRN 102, (518) 629-7506 mailbox #60308
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Phi Theta Kappa
The Alpha Xi Sigma chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the
international academic honor society for two-year
colleges, recognizes and promotes scholarship,
develops leadership, encourages service and cultivates
fellowship among qualified students of the
college.
Club Advisors:
Jay Deitchman, GUN 215, (518) 629-7567
Marina Gore, MRV 212, (518) 629-7240
Robert (Sid) Whitaker, MRV 104, (518) 629-7209
Club website: http://clubs.hvcc.edu/ptk
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Physical Education Majors Club
Membership in the Physical Education Majors Club
is for any student majoring in physical education
or any student attending Hudson Valley on a
full- or part-time basis who is interested in
furthering the basic concepts and varied
disciplines related to this professional field.
Activities are varied and include social activities, clinics
and workshops, speakers, field trips to various colleges
and participation in local and state conferences.
Club Advisor: Thomas P. Rogan,
MCD 216, (518) 629-7193
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Pride Alliance
The purpose of this club is to improve the quality
of campus life for gay, lesbian, bisexual, queer,
label-free and transgendered members of our
community by providing information, social events
and opportunities in a safe environment.
Club Advisors:
Sue Proulx, CTR 176, (518) 629-7211
Amanda Miller-Kalbfliesh, CTR 170, (518) 629-7210
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Programming, Web Development and Design Club
The purpose of the Programming, Web
Development and Design Club is to give CISS
students, as well as other students, hands-on experience
in programming, web development and
design. Participation gives students the
experience of working in a group setting on real
world projects and the opportunity to build a
portfolio.
Club Advisor: John Thompson, BRN 227, (518) 629-8156
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Psychology Club
The purpose of this club is to expose Hudson Valley
students to the different subdisciplines of psychology
and to offer students the opportunity for service
to the college community.
The Psychology Club seeks to establish connections
between students and local agencies that
use psychological principles and applications.
Club Advisor: Nicole Arduini-VanHoose, MRV 101, (518) 629-7236
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Public Speaking Club
This club is designed to help improve students' public speaking skills, help them feel relaxed and confident when speaking in front of a group, and improve their auditory skills to help them evaluate other peoples' speaking abilities. Members will also learn to give impromptu speeches, which will help them learn to communicate ideas effectively.
Club Advisor: Josh Sperber, BRN 124
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Radiologic Technology Club
The Radiologic Technology Club provides opportunities
for radiography students to enrich their educational
and professional development through
activities and guest lectures. Club members also
seek to educate the campus community about the
profession during National Breast Cancer
Awareness Month and National Radiologic
Technology Week. Members assist department faculty
in the recruitment of future radiographers
through radiologic technology laboratory open house
events. The club sponsors a professional
recognition ceremony at which senior radiologic technology students are accepted into the profession
as competent imaging specialists. The program's
faculty, hospital clinical educators and
staff, as well as guest speakers, participate in this
ceremony. Club members organize and participate
in fundraising events.
Club Advisors:
Mary Potanovic, BRN 016, (518) 629-7435
Erica Cole, BRN 017, (518) 629-7329
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Red Cross Club
Guided by the fundamental principles of the American Red Cross and its mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of the donors, the club will learn, practice and exemplify humanitarian values through mission-related service projects.
Contact: Student Activities Office, CTR 210, (518) 629-7348
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Real Life Club
The purpose of the Real Life Club is to build movements
of students who are transformed by Jesus
Christ. This student-led movement seeks to introduce
others to Christ, help them to grow in faith, encourage
them to passionately live life in a manner consistent
with belief in the God of the Bible, and to
inspire commitment to advancing the purposes of
God in the world.
Contact: Student Activities Office, CTR 210, (518) 629-7348
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Respiratory Care Club
This club is designed to disseminate knowledge
regarding the theory and practice of respiratory
care, as well as furthering student professional
development.
The club actively participates in charity fundraising
for those afflicted with lung diseases; sponsors
community lung-function screenings; participates
in the Better Breathers Club and asthma clinics for
the American Lung Association, Rensselaer County
DARE, as well as other school-based programs;
and sponsors at least one fundraising event
during the year to allow members to attend an
educational symposium.
Club Advisor: Ken Riordan, JRD
211, (518) 629-7454
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Russian Club
The Russian Club offers students a unique and
challenging opportunity to enrich their understanding
of Russian history and culture. By supplementing
classroom studies with exciting annual
tours and trips to Russian plays and restaurants
throughout the Northeast, the club strives to give
students a vivid background of contemporary life
in Russia. The Russian Club offers many rewarding
and educational opportunities to students interested
in Slavic culture and traditions.
Club Advisor: Natasha Anthony,
BRN 112, (518) 629-7500
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Sisters Incynch
The Sisters Incynch Club provides essential support
for our diverse student population through a multicultural
forum. Members design projects and programs
that embrace diversity. The club arranges
various social and cultural awareness activities,
including educational trips and student-centered
leadership programs sponsored by the Hudson
Valley Student Senate.
Our goals are to:
- Promote and provide friendly, informative and
supportive services for students;
- Develop a systematic and integrated approach
to student persistence in personal and professional
success;
- Increase awareness of student support services,
policies and campus events;
- Foster and promote student responsibility and
involvement in his/her education;
- Promote the integration of pluralism within
the college community;
- Develop and promote institutional programs
and processes that embrace diversity;
- Increase the recruitment, retention, success
and transfer of students from under-represented
groups.
Katrina's Closet Service Learning and
Civic Responsibility
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Sisters
Incynch traveled to Louisiana to assist in recovery
efforts. When club members visited and interviewed
the principals, teachers and students in the
9th ward who were forced to relocate to under served
schools, they were inspired to find ways to
assist economically challenged students and disconnected
populations seeking career success in
our own community. "Katrina's Closet" was born
from that inspiration, as a way for club members
to provide a resource for gently worn career and
professional clothing for women and men.
The Katrina's Closet project promotes service
learning in many ways, primarily by enhancing
motivation and improving retention of academic
skills by tying specific learning goals to community
needs. Service learning is embedded in the
experience through individual and collective
responsibility in the management and operation of
the project. In addition to learning how to apply
classroom learning to a real-world context,
Katrina's outreach efforts seek to address the
needs of various disadvantaged populations at
Hudson Valley, as well as some of the real-life
needs in their own communities throughout the
Capital Region. Sisters Inc. members also have
participated in bringing relief to national and global
disaster situations such as Hurricane Katrina
and the ongoing Haiti Relief Project.
Katrina's Closet provides a compelling reason to
learn, and an unobtrusive way to teach the skills of
civic participation and to develop an ethic of service
and civic responsibility.
Club Advisor: Tamu
Chambers, FTZ 101,
(518) 629-7431
Club website: http://clubs.hvcc.edu/sistersinc
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Ski and Snowboard Club
Membership in this club is open to all Hudson
Valley students. All receive discounts on our trips.
Beginners through experts are invited to join for
the wide variety of skiing we do. During the season,
we have several day trips to
areas such as Sugar Bush, Killington and Stratton
Mountain.
Club Advisor: Tom Rogan, MCD 216, (518) 629-7193
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Society of Manufacturing Engineers
The Hudson Valley student chapter of the Society
of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) is an affiliate of
Capital District Chapter #20, the local chapter of
the International Organization of Manufacturing
Professionals, and is open to all students with an
interest in manufacturing. The SME is an international
professional society dedicated to serving its
members and the manufacturing community
through the advancement of professionalism,
knowledge and learning. It has more than 70,000
members in 70 countries and is affiliated with several
other professional organizations.
Students gain exposure to and insight into today's
manufacturing facilities through publications, tours,
demonstrations, exhibits and technical forums.
Student members who join the parent organization
also may download shareware and communicate
with manufacturing students and professionals
throughout the world, in addition to listing their
resume and searching for employment opportunities.
Visit www.SME.org for more information on SME.
Club Advisor: Jerry Crucetti, LNG 109, (518) 629-7379
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Society of Refrigeration (Mechanics) Technicians
The SRT is for students interested in the field applications
of commercial refrigeration and air conditioning.
The principle objective is education,
achieved through field trips, educational talks and
contact with professionals in the refrigeration field.
Membership is open to all Hudson Valley students,
and for a minimum fee you will receive discounts
on our trips.
Club Advisor: Tim Smith,
WIL 129, (518) 629-7313
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Solar Society Club
The purpose of the Solar Society Club is to inform, inspire and foster innovative collaborations among students, faculty and staff on the campus with an interest in environmental sustainability. The objective would be to include students with different backgrounds and interests from a wide variety of programs offered at the college in dialog, field trips and activities to better understand global climate change issues.
Club Advisors:
Penny Hill, TEC 108, (518) 629-7294
Joanne Coons
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Student American Dental Hygienists’ Association (SADHA)
The SADHA is an organization of dental hygiene
students dedicated to building the ethical and
educational future of the profession. The purposes
of this association are to cultivate, promote and
sustain the art and science of dental hygiene; to
represent and safeguard the common interest of
the members of the dental hygiene profession; and
to contribute to the improvement of public health.
Activities of the association include table top presentations
at local and regional meetings; an
annual children's dental health event; fundraising;
and a professional dental hygiene achievement
ceremony.
The membership of this organization consists of an
unlimited number of dental hygiene students who
are part of an accredited dental hygiene program.
Club Advisor: Marianne Belles,
FTZ 155, (518) 629-7442
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Student Art League
The cub's goal is to provide access to art by
supporting and sponsoring art-related events and
activities, including open figure drawing sessions,
field trips to galleries and museums, visiting artist
talks and production of the student-made and
designed Art Club Zine, the Mutt.
Club Advisors:
Thom Lail,
HUD 154, (518) 629-8009, HUD 154
Tara Fracalossi, ADM 103, (518) 629-8006
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Student Christian Association
We are a group of Christians from different
denominations who are united in Jesus Christ. Our
purpose is to strengthen and encourage one
another as Christians and to share our faith and
love with others on campus.
We believe that our Creator loves us passionately
and longs to have a close and personal relationship
with us. Our emphasis is on walking in righteousness;
diligently seeking God and pursuing His
presence (Heb. 11:6); being filled with His Holy
Spirit (Eph. 5:18-20); studying and obeying
His word (Psalm 119:11); growing as true
disciples of Christ; loving Him with all our might;
and loving others (Mark 12:30-31).
Every Hudson Valley student is invited to take
advantage of any of our activities. You are welcome
to check out the weekly Bible discussions
and worship times held in BRN 107 every Monday
at 2 p.m. In addition, there will be free informational
tables, weekend conferences with other
eastern NYS college Christian groups, lunchtime
gatherings, special activities and service projects,
holiday parties and more. Whether you are a
Christian already or are just looking for more
meaning to life, we'd love to have you join us!
Club Advisors:
Jeff Schoonmaker, SCI 133 (518) 629-7139
Susie DiFranzo, SCI 277, (518) 629-7344
Mary Musso, MCD 214, (518) 629-7855
Jim LaBate, MRV 001, (518) 629-7226
Michele Wiltsie, BRN 225, (518) 629-7146
Club website: http://clubs.hvcc.edu/sca
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Table Tennis Club
The Table Tennis Club participates in outside tournaments
and runs two Hudson Valley Community
College championships every year. Four club tables are
located on the first floor of the Siek Campus Center.
Club Advisor: Dr. George L. Nagy, CTR 259, (518) 629-8088 mailbox
60357
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Tau Alpha Pi National Honor Society
The Tau Alpha Pi National Honor Society is a
scholastic recognition society for college students
in the technical institute curricula. It was founded
to provide recognition and high standards of
scholarship among students in engineering technology
programs; to promote and encourage
scholastic achievement by offering membership to
outstanding students; and to engender certain
desirable qualities of personality, intellect and
character among its members. Membership
is restricted to full-time, matriculated students
in the college's School of Engineering and
Industrial Technologies who are academically in
the upper four percent of their engineering
technology curricula.
Club Advisor: Bill Darling,
HUD 124, (518) 629-7003
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Theatre Club
The purpose of the Student Theatre Club is to provide
students and Hudson Valley community members
an opportunity to pursue an interest in theatre,
regardless of prior experience. Potential club
experiences include acting, costume design, lighting
design, sound design, set construction, stage
management, direction and production. The
Theatre Club puts on several shows each academic
year, with ample opportunity for involvement of
anyone interested. Shows are always free to
Hudson Valley students, and often community
members, parents and friends attend.
Club Advisor: Richard Hartshorn, MRV 213, (518) 629-8133
Theatre Club is on Facebook at www.facebook.com/hvcctheater.
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Tour Guide Club
The Tour Guide Club is open to all students interested
in learning more about Hudson Valley's services
and programs and sharing this knowledge
with prospective students, and their parents or
friends by leading campus tours. Tour guides
become "peer recruiters" and, in turn, develop
valuable interpersonal, communication and leadership
skills.
Club Advisors:
Melissa Coon,
GUN 217,
(518) 629-4534
Jessica Pugliese, GUN 223, (518) 629-4593
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Upstate Gamers Club
The Upstate Gamers Club builds a strong, more vibrant recreational gaming community by generating an interest in gaming for new players and providing a resource for existing players to gather, coordinate and socialize.
Club Advisors:
Joseph Stenard, MRV 109, (518) 629-7539
John Thompson, BRN 227, (518) 629-8156
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