cONNECT with others THROUGH A GULF COAST STUDENT CLUB OR ORGANIZATION
Right now, a new best friend, an employer, a future business partner, or even a future spouse, could be playing intramurals, studying in the library, or working on a project in a lab. You may meet in class, but your chances of meeting increase dramatically when you get involved with a club or organization at Gulf Coast State College.
Participation in a club or organization:
- builds your career network
- expands your social circle
- increases your leadership skills
- looks great on your resume
- makes college an entertaining and pleasant experience
With more than 5,000 students enrolled on Gulf Coast’s four campuses, you will be able to connect with like-minded people during your academic career. If you don’t see a club or organization that interests you, start one! As the saying goes, “If you build it, they will come.” For more information, please stop by the SGA office located in the McSpadden Student Union East Cafeteria on the Panama City Campus. You can also email Lori Cannon or call 850-873-3598 to help answer your questions.
CURRENT STUDENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
Want to connect with students in an existing student organization or club? Click on each name below to learn more!
- Student Government Association
Mission & Purpose:
The purpose and mission of the Student Government Association of Gulf Coast State College is to stimulate student involvement in all aspects of campus life. Using Student Activities Funding, the SGA fosters activities for/with clubs/organizations and empowers students in all aspects of campus governance. They are the official voice through which the opinions and concerns of the student body may be expressed. SGA also serves as liaison between the student body and College administration to ensure all procedures and practices within the organization are inclusive and non-discriminatory. Members of the Student Government Association approve new campus clubs and organizations, plan activities on and off campus, and encourage fellow Gulf Coast students to get involved.
Meeting Time & Location:
Time:
Every Tuesday @12:45pm
Location:
Student Government Office - Committee Meeting
Board of Trustees Room (3rd floor of SUW) - Business Meeting
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Lori Cannon, Director of Student Leadership850-873-3598 - Alternation
The Alternation is the student-run radio station at Gulf Coast State College (GCSC) and provides the highest quality of free-form programming that broadcasts entertainment, music, news, thoughts, sounds, ideas and event listings that support free speech, diversity, and the interests of the local and global community The Alternation serves.
ADVISOR INFORMATION:
Erika Goinesegoines@gulfcoast.edu850-769-1551, 5886 - Black Student Union (BSU)
MISSION:
The mission of the BSU is to promote leadership, academic excellence, cultural awareness and community engagement amongst students of African descent. The BSU serves to represent Black students with institutional administration, faculty, staff, the Student Body, and the surrounding communities.
PURPOSE:
1. Promote and provide for the social welfare of Black students at FSU-PC and GCSC.
2. Develop unity among Black students so that jointly and strongly they can express concerns and problems faced on campus.
3. Create awareness to the total university community about issues relationship to Black culture through its sponsorship and involvement in programs on campus.
4. Provide and promote political activism, academic excellence, cultural awareness, and economic empowerment through programs, events, and activities.
5. Develop leadership skills through participation in programs, events, and activities.
6. Serve as a catalyst to the enlightenment of the community to the distinct and proud cultural heritage of Black people.
MEETING TIME & LOCATION:
- October 16th (Wednesday), 2:30-3:30pm, SUE 246
- October 30th (Wednesday), 2:30-3:30pm, SUE 246
- November 13th (Wednesday), 2:30-3:30pm, SUE 246
- November 27th (Wednesday), 2:30-3:30pm, SUE 10 - Private Dining Room
- December 11th (Wednesday, 2:30-3:30pm, SUE 246
ADVISOR INFORMATION:
Carl Dixon850-769-1551 ext. 3835 -
Brain Bowl
Do you have a passion for math, science, history, literature or art? Do you enjoy quiz shows? Are you competitive? If you answered yes to these questions, our Brain Bowl team would love to hear from you. But wait, there’s more! Team members receive scholarships, attend competitions and learn interesting trivia to impress friends and family.
ADVISOR INFORMATION:
Ben Schmidt850-873-3562 - Center for Inquiry (CFI)
Are you interested in promoting and defending science, reason, freedom of inquiry and secular values in all areas of human endeavor? Join the Center for Inquiry.
mission & Purpose:
CFI is a unique cultural organization whose purpose is three-fold.
1. To establish a positive social environment for GCSC students who's goal is to develop a worldview based on science and evidential reasoning.
2. To enrich GCSC campus life by sponsoring educational and fellowship events that encourage student dialogue on matters in freedom of inquiry, science, and reason.
3. To engage GCSC students in issues of national and international importance to foster a secular society based on science, reason, freedom of inquiry, and humanist values.
Meeting Time & Location:
Time:
Every Thursday @12:30pm
Location:
SS200
Advisor Information:
Melanie Peltonmpelton@gulfcoast.edu850-769-1551, ext. 6005 - Center for Student Media
The Gulf Coast State College (GCSC) Center for Student Media is made up of members of the student body and produces and broadcasts audio and video content for the college and community, along with developing graphic and web design deliverable.
ADVISOR INFORMATION:
Erika Goinesegoines@gulfcoast.edu850-769-1551, 5886 - College Democrats - not active
We are the College Democrats of Gulf Coast State College in Panama City, Florida. We are a club for like-minded people who want to be politically active and make a difference in the community.
Advisor Information:
Melanie Pelton850-769-1551, ext. 2825 - Collide College Ministry
Need a place to gather together with other college students to worship and learn about God? Collide with us. Meetings are held on Thursdays at 7 p.m. at The Wreck, located at 4102 W 390, Lynn Haven, FL 32444.
Advisor Information:
Hayden McGee Russell850-769-1551 ext. 2829ORLeslie Hapner850-769-1551, ext. 3511
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mission & purpose:
Our aim is to establish Commodore pride between current and future students, faculty, staff, and the community. Commodores Pep Club will create relationships between peers by bringing the school together, improving school spirit and morale, and support every department in a cheerful manner.
meeting Time & Location:
Time:
Every Thursday @12:30pm
Location:
"The Pit" SUE RM22
ADVISOR INFORMATION:
Jessica Owens850.769.1551 ext. 2805Kelli Walsinghamkwalsingham@gulfcoast.edu850.769.1551 ext. 6180Lloyd Harrislharris@gulfcoast.edu850.769.1551 ext. 2867 - Commodore Productions
Commodore Productions is a student-run organization that produces and delivers multi-media content for Gulf Coast State College (GCSC) and the surrounding community.
Meeting time & location:
Time:
Mondays, 1:00pm
Location:
ATC 216
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Erika Goinesegoines@gulfcoast.edu850-769-1551, 5886 - Computer Science Club - status pending
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Dr. Wendy Paynewpayne@gulfcoast.edu850.769.1551 ext. 3876 - Corps Tigris (Tiger Team)
Members of Corps Tigris, Latin for Tiger Team, are training to patrol cyberspace and hunt down its worst actors. As the nation’s first collegiate cyber-security demonstration team, Corps Tigris brings the shadowy world of hacking to light and teaches you how to protect yourself in the digital jungle. This is a co-curricular organization tied into Gulf Coast State College’s cyber-security and communications training program.
Advisor Information:
- Creative Writing Association - status pending
- E.M.P. - not active
Engineering Minded People
"In a world with the rapid advancement of technology it is imperative to stay ahead of the curve. Through the individual skill sets of our members and the resources available to us, we will create a better tomorrow for our community and institution."
advisor information:
Alan Jefferies850-769-1551, ext. 4051 - Enactus
Are you attracted to social causes, such as community empowerment, social entrepreneurship and innovation? Reach out through the Gulf Coast State College’s Enactus team. Please check these videos for more information:
meeting time & location:
Time:
Tuesdays, 10:00am
Location:
ATC 125
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Emanuel Hernandez850-769-1551, ext. 2845 - Fusion (Dance) - status pending
Meeting time & location:
Time:
Bi-weekly, on Mondays, 11:00am
Location:
Gym
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Kendra Kizziah850.769.1551 ext.3344Danielle Pierce850.769.1551 ext. 2902 - Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
Want to create an atmosphere of love and acceptance on campus for all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity? All students and faculty are invited to attend meetings and events of the Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), as we strive to achieve a culture of acceptance and diversity on our campus and in the community.
mission & purpose:
Gender Sexuality Alliance exists to provide an open forum for the sexual and gender minority of our community and their allies to discuss and share with one another in a safe, comfortable, student-led environment. It will work to educate both its members and the members of the wider community on the issues faced by GSA students; and to combat the presence of intolerance in our society through the promotion of equality, understanding, and acceptance.
Meeting location & time:
- Every other Thursday, 2:00-3:00pm, ATC 156
- Every other Wednesday, 10:00-10:30am, ATC Lobby
Advisor Information:
Kristen Cottrellkcottrell@gulfcoast.edu850.769.1551 ext. 3326 - GCSC Goes Green
Gulf Goes Green (G3 ) strives to introduce environmentally conscious, sustainable practices, and to take action to educate people towards a cleaner, more eco-friendly campus and community. So far we have planted a garden here on campus, helped clear room for a garden at the Panama City Rescue Missions, and have organized a beach cleanup at Pier Park. Some of the goals G3 hopes to achieve during the spring semester include starting a paper and cardboard recycling program going at Gulf Coast State College and setting up a small hydroponics system. All of the material in the Gulf Goes Green Garden was upcycled, or donated by Lowe’s in Panama City Beach, and funding for the hydroponics system was donated by the conservation branch of the Panama City Women’s Club.
Meeting time & location:
Time:
Every Wednesday, 12:15-1:00pm
Location:
NS-B 144
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Jessica Edwards850-769-1551, ext. 6020 - GCSC Players - status pending
The Players are the theater club on the Gulf Coast State College Panama City Campus who received the 2016 Outstanding Campus Organization. The Players produce events in the Amelia Tapper Center Theater Lab that range from comedy nights to improv workshops.
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Jason Hedden850-769-1551, ext. 3887 - Intramurals
Too much time in the library? Stay active and get moving. The Gulf Coast State College Campus Recreational Intramural program provides a variety of opportunities for physical fitness, wellness and socialization.
Advisor Information:
Chaz Mullinax850-769-1551 ext. 3498rmullinax@gulfcoast.edu - Jazzodores
meeting time & location:
Time:
Tuesdays @3:15pm
Location:
Amelia Center RM 134
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John Divinejdivine@gulfcoast.edu850.769.1551 ext. 4025 - Muslim Student Association
mission & purpose:
The mission of the Muslim Student Association shall be to take action on behalf of the student body and to specifically work to:
- Spread the message of Islam and inform others about the true meaning of Islam.
- Stimulate student understanding in all aspects of campus life.
- Foster activities for (and with) clubs/organizations of the student body.
- Manage all student activity fees in a fiscally accountable manner.
- Empower students in all aspects of student and campus governance.
- Provide an official voice through which the opinions of the student body may be expressed.
Meeting time & location:
Time:
Every Monday, 3:30-4:30pm
Location:
Language and Literature RM16
Advisor Information:
Kelly Williamskwilliam19@gulfcoast.edu850-769-1551, ext. 3515 - Nursing Student Association (NSA)
Join your future nursing colleagues for networking and fun outside of class.
mission & purpose:
To support nursing education and promote the nursing profession.
- Bring together and mentor students preparing for initial licensure as registered nurses, as well as those enrolled in baccalaureate completion programs.
- Convey the standards and ethics of the nursing profession.
- Promote development of the skills that students will need as responsible and accountable members of the nursing profession.
- Advocate for high quality, evidence-based, affordable and accessible health care.
- Advocate for and contribute to advances in nursing education.
- Develop nursing students who are prepared to lead the profession in the future.
meeting time & Location:
- September 10th (Monday), 1:45-2:30pm, HS 121
- October 7th (Monday), 1:45-2:30pm, HS 121
- November 4th (Monday), 1:45-2:30pm, HS 121
- February 3rd (Monday), 1:45-2:30pm, HS 121
- March 2nd (Monday), 1:45-2:30pm, HS 121
- April 6th (Monday), 1:45-2:30pm, HS 121
Advisor Information:
Jerrie Kirksey850-769-1551, ext. 5833 - Respiratory Therapy Student Association - pending
Have fun with your fellow respiratory therapy students at Gulf Coast State College by joining this campus association.
Advisor Information:
Julia Thomas850-769-1551, ext. 5835orJennifer Barberjbarber@gulfcoast.edu - Ripples of Change - not active
Mission Statement:
"To assist those in need whether it be domestic or abroad, striving to build a better today through our philosophy that we can always do more than we did yesterday, and inspiring others to do the same."
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Antonio Adessi850-769-1551, ext. 5887 - Sonography Club - not active
In the Sonography Club, you’ll connect with other Gulf Coast students in the profession. This club goals are to promote high quality education, professional registration, continuing education, lifelong learning and a strong commitment to the medical profession, patients and the community.
Advisor Information:
Vicki Bynum850-769.-551, ext. 3591 - Spanish Club - status pending
Whether you are a native speaker or just learning the language, join the Spanish Club to have fun and practice your Spanish skills.
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- Student American Dental Hygienist Association (SADHA)
Begin networking with future dental hygienists by joining this club at Gulf Coast State College.
mission & purpose:
The mission & purpose of this club shall be 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 toward the improvement of the health of the public.
meeting time & location:
Time:
Tuesdays, 12:00-1:00pm
Location:
HS 201
Advisor Information:
Miranda Stewartmstewart@gulfcoast.edu850-769-1551, ext. 3244 - Student Chef Club - not active
Are you a fellow foodie? Join the Student Chef Club to meet other students who love to cook.
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Denise Crider850-769-1551, ext. 2848dcrider@gulfcoast.edu - Student Veteran's Association
We are the SVA, a student lead club that assists student veterans and their families in pursuing educational, professional and vocational goals by providing access to information, tools, and services that will enhance your skills supporting both your military career and the transition to civilian life.
Your military colleagues know your challenges and triumphs better than anyone else on campus. Get to know them by getting involved in the Student Veteran's Association.
meeting time & location:
Time:
3rd Thursday of each Month, 12:30pm
Location:
Student Veterans Room in SUE
Advisor Information:
David Jantzen850-769-1551 ext. 3210ORSuzanne Remedies850-769-1551, ext. 5011 - Surgical Services Student Association - not active
Are you interested in a career in the operating room? In this club, you’ll get to know nursing and surgical technology students who are interested in surgical services.
Advisor Information:
Libby McNaron850-769-1551, ext. 3551 -
TRiO Society
Have you overcome environmental, social, academic and cultural barriers to get to or through college? At TRiO, you’ll become friends with classmates who are walking a similar path.
meeting time & location:
- 1st Tuesday of every Month @11:00am, SUW 82
- Last Wednesday of every Month @12:15pm, SUW 82
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Diane Garrard850-769-1551, ext. 3526 - Visionaries Ink
mission:
Visionaries Ink exists to promote the arts and artist growth at GCSC and in the surrounding community.
purpose:
- Provide all interested students, even those not enrolled in art courses, a creative outlet in a safe environment. (As well, as access to instruction, materials, and facilities.)
- Participate in school/community events with artistic contributions. For example: painting backdrops for band and theater events. These will provide both artistic and community building experience.
- Establish connections to local community art resources (local galleries, artists, etc...)
- Provide students who are enrolled in art courses an established day and time to seek extra help/time on current projects. This would also allow for peer as well as instructor support.
- Arrange club trips to institutions of learning (museums, galleries, figure-drawing classes) that will serve to enrich the student experience and expand their scope of community resources.
- The art club may supply materials, studio space and workshops to its members.
meeting time & location:
Time:
Every other Thursday, 12:30pm
Location:
Amelia Center Room 128
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Tammy Marinuzzi850-769-1551, ext. 2890Pavel Amrominpamromin@gulfcoast.edu850.769.1551, ext. 4874