UACCM Student Activities and Events

Student Organizations

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton has a variety of Registered Student Organizations to enhance the academic and personal growth of its students. Students interested in membership in one or more of these organizations should contact the Office of Student Activities located in the Student Union for additional information.

Campus Leadership Organizations

Student Leadership Council (SLC)

Sponsor: Darren Jones

The Student Leadership Council is comprised of our student ambassadors, and student organization officers.

The purpose and mission of the SLC:

  • To act in a liaison capacity to the school administration in representation of the student body in matters concerning UACCM.
  • To foster student activities and involvement in the College.
  • To promote within the student body a sense of responsibility to the College and to create and maintain a standard of good citizenship and collegiate culture.
  • To insure that each student feels he/she is an integral part of the College.
  • To promote student opportunities for service to the College and leadership of their fellow students.
  • To promote the best interest of the College, making it a positive institution for mental and moral development.
  • Understanding that the administration which is governed by the policies established by the UA Board of Trustees, UACCM Board of Visitors, the Arkansas Division of Higher Education, and state and federal law, is responsible for the operation of the school. SLC is not a decision making or policy forming body with respect to the College.

What are the benefits to being in on SLC?

  • Establish new relationships with students, faculty, and staff
  • Serve on campus committees
  • Being involved in campus events
  • Community Service opportunities

Student Activities Board (SAB)

Sponsor: Lauren Bryan

The purpose of the Student Activities Board (SAB) is to assist in planning, organizing, and executing events and activities for the UACCM student body. Being a part of SAB will provide students with many skills such as: teamwork, planning small and large-scale events, leadership opportunities, and volunteer experience. SAB will work alongside the Coordinator of Student Activities to plan engaging, interactive, and fun events to enhance the student experience at UACCM.

Through Student Activities, UACCM strives to enhance the student experience by way of social, education, and recreational programming that supports student success, academic excellence, diversity and inclusion, and community involvement. To apply, fill out the Student Activities Board Application.

Honorary Services Organizations

National Technical Honor Society

Sponsors: Tom McLeod and Kristen Karetov

The purposes of the National Technical Honor Society are to promote the ideals of honesty, service, leadership, and skill development among NTHS members; to reward scholastic achievement in career and technical education; to assist society members in their pursuit of career and educational goals; to help to build and maintain a stronger, more positive image for career and technical students and programs in the local community and throughout the state; to encourage the practice of high standards of personal and professional conduct and individual responsibility among the membership; and to help the school to initiate and maintain strong working partnerships with local institutions of business, industry, and commerce.

NTHS meetings are on the second Tuesday of each month during X-period (12:05-12:50 pm) in the University Center room 216.

Phi Theta Kappa

Sponsors: Mat Herrman. Lori Goodnight and Spring McCarthy

Phi Theta Kappa is an international honor society for two-year colleges. To be eligible for membership, students seeking an associate degree must earn a cumulative 3.5 GPA upon completion of 12 or more college-level credit hours. Students seeking a certificate of proficiency or technical certificate must earn a cumulative 3.5 GPA upon completion of 6 or more college-level credit hours. Invitations are sent in the fall and spring terms based on the previous semester's cumulative GPA. Once a member, students must maintain a 3.00 cumulative GPA to remain in the organization.

Phi Theta Kappa members are involved within the UACCM campus and in the community. They also prove themselves valuable students at transfer institutions and as employees in the local and regional workforce.

Phi Theta Kappa meets every Tuesdays during X-Period. Virtual option available.

Religious Organizations

Baptist Collegiate Ministry

Sponsor: Jeannie Luu

The mission of the Baptist Collegiate Ministry is to exalt God through growing in Christ, connecting to His church, and serving His world.

BCM meetings include a free lunch and are held on Thursdays during X-period (12:05-12:50 pm) in the University Center Room 201.

Faith Forward: Prayer and Discipleship

Sponsor: Ashley Ennis

Pursue your purpose and passion in Jesus while attending UACCM!

Meetings held on Tuesdays during X-period (12:05-12:50 pm) in the Library Complex Room 202.

Special Interest Organizations

Automotive Technology Club

Sponsors: Howard West

The purpose of this organization is to bring together the students enrolled in the automotive technology program.

CIS/E-Sports Club

Sponsors: Aaron Bullock

The primary purpose of the CIS/E-Sports club is to promote teamwork and communication skills while providing activities to draw more students to enroll at UACCM.

The CIS/E-Sports Club meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays during X-period (12:05-12:50 pm) in the Fine Arts Building room 114.

Early Childhood Student Organization

Sponsor: Morgan Roch

The purposes of the Early Childhood Student Organization are to build competent leadership skills, develop a pride in the child care occupation, strengthen confidence in oneself, develop a feeling of cooperation, develop character, prepare for useful citizenship, and foster patriotism.

SkillsUSA Club

Sponsors: Aaron Hill and Zackary Freeman

This club is for students interested in SkillsUSA competitions and related programs.

SkillsUSA Club meets the first Thursday of every month.

Student Association of Surveyors

Sponsor: Terry Cleaver

The purpose of the Student Association of Surveyors is to bring student surveyors together to pursue common interests in the field of surveying, giving them the ability to network all student levels within the program, plan activities throughout the semester, and advance the surveying program overall.

Student Nursing Organization

Sponsor: Angie Moore

Student Nursing Organization (SNO) is an organization composed of students currently accepted into the nursing program at UACCM. The purpose of SNO is to promote nursing as a profession, encourage professional and community involvement, and to serve as mentors and role models. SNO encourages development of leadership, professional, and communication skills as well as fosters the idea of life-long learning as is required in the field of nursing. SNO encourages networking with other healthcare professionals (i.e., such as conventions, workshops, and guest speakers). Meetings are held during X-Period on the first Tuesday of every month.

Welding Technology Club

Sponsors: Kent Finken

This club is for students interested in welding.