Student Life
Student Clubs & Organizations

Approximately twenty clubs and organizations representing a variety of interests are active on campus. You are encouraged to participate in one or more of the groups.


All student organizations and activities must abide by the educational objectives and administrative regulations of Central Texas College as stated in official documents and the Student Organization and Sponsors Handbook. All activities and fundraisers must be cleared through the Student Life Activities Office before the event. Club sponsors must ensure that all club funds are deposited and disbursed properly through the club’s on-campus Agency Fund Account or local bank account.


If you have interests not represented by a student group, you are encouraged to start a new club by contacting the Director of Student Life, at 254-526-1258, or email to student.life@ctcd.edu.. The following is a list of active organizations on campus:


Clubs Sponsors Telephone
Air Conditioning Club (HVAC) John Pendleton 526-1115
Alpha Eta Rho (Pilots) Aviation Department 526-1241
Baptist Student Ministry (BSM) Barbara Little 526-1830
Byways Literary Journal Michael Matthews 526-1694
Criminal Justice Club (learn more) John Cella 526-1275
Culinary Hospitality Arts Club Ramona Lezo 526-1534
Delta Epsilon Chi (DECA) (learn more) Rick Hindman 526-1539
Epsilon Delta Pi (Computer Science) Steve Schroeder 526-1164
Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) (website) Bertha Kondrak 526-1273
International Student Association (ISA) (website) Stephanie Legree-Roberts 526-1107
Mental Health Services Association Dawn Green 526-1856
Morton Hall Association (MHA) Cheryl Kennedy 526-1790
Muse Association (learn more) Deborah Swan 526-1475
National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses (learn more) Sharon Carter 526-1898
Phi Theta Kappa (learn more) Jenny Shotwell 526-1832
Psi Beta (Psychology) Joyce Bateman-Jones 526-1540
Rodeo Team (learn more) Dena Wilks 526-1285
Rotaract (learn more) Barbara Merlo 526-1999
Spanish Club Federico Schweizer 526-1757
Speech Team (website) Brandon Wood 526-1239
Student Government Association (SGA) (learn more) Kerstin Brooks 526-1258
Student Nurse Association (SNA) Brenda Krause 526-1689

Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) (learn more)

 John Frith 526-1248
Writing Club Michael Matthews 526-1694

Club Description


Criminal Justice Club
The purpose of the Criminal Justice Club is to provide a forum for Criminal Justice students to enrich their learning about Criminal Justice topics and careers in the Criminal Justice field. Also, the Criminal Justice Club wants to promote professional, academic, and public awareness of criminal justice issues. As, we, the CJ club, want to encourage the establishment and expansion of higher education and professional training in criminal justice degrees.
Sponsor: John Cella, 526-1275, Jon.Cella@ctcd.edu


Delta Epsilon Chi (DECA)
Delta Epsilon Chi (DECA) is an international organization for college students preparing for a variety of careers. Delta Epsilon Chi programs engage students from a variety of educational disciplines, while maintaining a strong focus on business-related areas such as marketing, management and entrepreneurship. Activities promoted by Delta Epsilon Chi integrate with and enhance the student's college curriculum. 
Sponsor: Rick Hindman, 526-1539, Richard.Hindman@ctcd.edu

Muse Association
To promote awareness fro the Central Texas College Fine Arts Department through community service and awareness of various programs the department has to offer, while cultivating and individual’s interest in the arts and give the individual a haven to network.
Sponsor:  Deba Swan, 526-1475, Deborah.Swan@ctcd.edu

The NFLPN (National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses)

The National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses represents students that are currently attending the Vocational Nursing Program here at CTC.  We are active in community service events such as the book donation and the Texas Relay for Life.  We have a scholarship for a nursing student in the VN program or who is accepted to the program based on an essay that is turned in.  We have many ideas of how we would like to serve our community and help each other learn more about how to care for each other and the community. 
Sponsor:  Sharon Carter, 526-1898, Sharon.Carter@ctcd.edu

Phi Theta Kappa

Phi Theta Kappa is a nationally known honor society for students who have achieved a standard set up by their local chapter.  Phi Theta Kappa membership guarantees you access to more benefits than any other student organization. As a member, your academic excellence will be recognized with the Golden Key Membership Pin, membership certificate and identification card, notation of membership on your diploma and transcripts and the privilege of wearing regalia at graduation that sets you apart as a Phi Theta Kappa member.  Membership will also provide exclusive access online benefits including the eScholarship Directory, listing information on scholarships designated exclusively for Phi Theta Kappa members; letters of recommendation for scholarships and employment; and press releases announcing your induction into the Society. To be a member of the Sigma Iota Chapter you must meet the following requirements:  Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.80 and maintain a 3.00 GPA following induction; complete at least 30 semester credit hours, with 12 of those credit hours from CTC; enroll in at least 6 semester credit hours for the current term.  If you think you meet these minimum requirements and would like to join, please send an email to the faculty mentor, Jenny Shotwell at Jenny.Shotwell@ctcd.edu. The email must contain your mailing address, phone number, email address, full name, and Student ID.  If you qualify, you will receive an email back from her in mid-October with an acceptance letter and instructions to complete the application for induction and pay your one time dues of $60.00.   All CTC students are eligible.

The CTC Rodeo Team
The CTC Rodeo Team promotes rodeo and Agricultural programs at Central Texas College and enhance academic growth, student enrollment and increase funding to the Agriculture Scholarship program. We also want to encourage students to learn more about rodeo and equine related events and participate in these activities as a team. 
Sponsor:  Dena Wilks, 526-1285, Dena.Wilks@ctcd.edu

The CTC Rotaract Club

The CTC Rotaract Club is a Rotary-sponsored service club for young men and women ages 18 to 30. Through the Rotaract program, young adults not only augment their knowledge and skills, but they also address the physical and social needs of their communities while promoting international understanding and peace through a framework of friendship and service.  There are more than 7,000 Rotaract Clubs in 163 countries. 
Sponsor:  Barbara Merlo, 526-1999, Barbara.Merlo@ctcd.edu

Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE)
SIFE is an international organization in 47 countries, 1,500 college and universities and has  over 38,000 students involved. SIFE mobilizes students to make a difference in their communities while developing the skills to become socially responsible business leaders. SIFE Students create and teach projects that promote Free Enterprise. 
Sponsor:  Dr. John Frith, 526-1248, John.Frith@ctcd.edu

SGA 
The Student Government Association was formed as a medium through which CTC students can effectively voice their concerns. Members of this group have the opportunity to experience democratic processes; participate in intercollegiate organizations; work toward better student/faculty/administration relations; plan projects to better or beautify the campus and the community; and help plan and produce student activities and events.
Sponsor:  Kerstin Brooks, 526-1258, Kerstin.Brooks@ctcd.edu