No matter what religion students are, what hobbies they enjoy, and what ethnicity they are, Tyler Junior College makes it possible for all students to be involved in a club or organization.
There are 4 different categories that clubs and organizations are divided into, which include religious, social, governmental, and honorary.
If there is not an existing club or organization on campus that captures a student's interest, then he or she can create one with the help of a sponsor, who would have to be a TJC staff or faculty. Applications can be picked up at the Center for Student Life and Involvement (CSLI) in the second floor of the Rogers Student Center.Agriculture Club: The Agriculture Club is open to any TJC student interested in Agriculture, regardless of their major. There are no requirements or fees to join. Ccontact Jeannie Lafferty at 903-510-2238 or by e-mail at jlaf@tjc.edu.
Apache Band: The Apache Band is a TJC program that is open to all students who qualify by audition. They perform at parades, football games, and in many other locations and events. For audition requirements and deadlines, visit www.tjc.edu/band. Contact Thomas Mensch, Director of Apache Band, at 903-510-2242 or by e-mail at tmen@tjc.edu.
Apache Belles: Apache Belles are a team of females that are worldwide famous for their dances and drill team performances. Next auditions are during the summer on June 13 and 14. Contact Ruth Flynn at 903-510-2244 or by e-mail at rfly@tjc.edu or visit www.apachebelles.com for requirements, history and more.
Apache Chiefs: Apache Chiefs is an organization in which members are leaders who represent TJC at various institutional and community events. Contact First Year Experience's coordinator, Ashleigh Lewis, at 902-510-3751 or by e-mail at fye@tjc.edu.
Apache Guard: the Apache Guard members are present in every football game and student life events. No fees are required to join and students can turn Apache Guard application any time. Contact Vincent Nguyen at 903-510-2259 or by e-mail at vngu@tjc.edu.
Apache Respiratory Care Club: The APCC is open to any current TJC student who is interested in respiratory care as a profession. Contact Phillis Brunner, at 903-510-2472 or by e-mail at pbru@tjc.edu.
Apaches Activity Council: AAC members are involved with organizing concerts and many big TJC events. It is open to any student that is interested. "Basically our mission is to bring fun to the school and to get students involved in the school," Jeff Smith, president of AAC, said. Meetings are every Monday at 4 p.m. in the Student Affairs office at the second floor of the Rogers Student Center. Contact Vincent Nguyen, at 903-510-2259 or by e-mail at vngu@tjc.edu.
Art Club: Students with a desire to express themselves, learn, and that are fascinated with visual arts may want to join TJC's Art Club. Students do not have to be Art majors to join and it is free of charge. The Art Club meets every Wednesday at noon in the Jenkins Hall Art Department Lobby. Contact Derrick White at (903) 510-2233 or by e-mail at dwhi@tjc.edu.
Association for Computer Machinery: Students with an interest in computers would possibly like to join the ACM club. ACM encourages students to use computers for school, work and for simply enjoyment. Contact Gigi Delk, at 903-510-2200 or by e-mail at gdel@tjc.edu.
Association of Baptist Students: the ABS is a Baptist based organization where people can go, socialize and spiritually grow. They invite everyone to come and be a part of their organization without any requirements. The ABS serves free lunch on Mondays from noon to 1 p.m. and have bible study every Monday at 7 p.m. Contact ABS' director, Steve Gray, at 903-593-8563.
Baptist Student Ministries: The BSM represents the Baptist faith on the TJC campus. They provide free lunch every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and have free Pancakes and Bacon nights every Thursdays from 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. They are involved in community service and mission trips. "My hope is that students would know that we are here for them," Mark Jones, Director of the BSM, said. Contact Mark Jones at 903-592-0382 or e-mail the BSM at tylerbsm@yahoo.com.
Bicycle Club: TJC students, faculty, and staff are invited to join TJC's Bicycle Club. The club promotes physical fitness through bicycle related activities and has succeeded in setting bike racks on campus. Students can join any time. Meetings will be announced. Contact Dr. Kahne Parsons at 903-510-2454 or by e-mail at kpar@tjc.edu.
Cheerleaders: TJC Cheerleaders are full-time student athletes who promote school spirit. They are very active with community service. In order to become a cheerleader, students must audition. Next auditions are on May 2nd and 3rd. Contact Charles Chester at 903-510-3183 or by e-mail at cche@tjc.edu or visit http://www2.tjc.edu/cheerleading.
Chess Club:The Chess Club is a new club on campus that is open to all TJC students, faculty and staff who are interested in playing chess. There is no fee to become a member and chess sets are provided by the Chess Club. Meeting dates and times will be announced. Contact Sherry Towns, at 903-510-2366 or by e-mail at stow@tjc.edu
Club Tennis: Club Tennis is a new organization that is open to any TJC student that is interested in Tennis. Meetings are on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the JoAnn Meadlock Murphy Tennis Center. Contact Coach Kimm Ketelsen at 903-510-2473 or by e-mail at kket@tjc.edu.
Criminal Justice Student's Association: Students who are majoring in Criminal Justice or in any related field are invited to join the CJSA club. "We touch base with every part of the criminal justice division ranging from corrections, prisons, court systems, and law enforcement," Jeff Smith, a Criminal Justice major, said. CJSA meetings are every other Wednesday at 1 p.m. and are held in the Pirtle Technology Building in room T-200. Contact Jason Waller at 903-510-2785 or by e-mail at jwal@tjc.edu.
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