General Information:
Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity is proud to welcome its newest colony, Beta Pi Colony at Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, Louisiana.  The group was formerly called Beta Pi Chapter of AGR.  A group of the new members attended the National Convention in Breckenridge, Colorado last year, and they are excited to participate in even more AGR events in the future.  Alpha Gamma Rho looks forward to seeing this colony develop and grow.  Alpha Gamma Rho is the National Agricultural Fraternity with 66 Chapters.  Membership exceeds 60,000 men in 50 states and 54 countries. The fraternity will eagerly await for Beta Pi Colony to achieve chapter status in the near future.

Purpose:
To make better men and to promote the increasingly important and versatile field of agriculture.

President: Patrick Patton

Faculty Advisor:
Jeff Hillard, Associate Professor, Department of Agricultural Sciences

Contact Information:
Department of Agricultural Sciences
Reese Hall
318-257-2438
hillard@latech.edu

Criteria for membership:
Local Membership: Open to any Louisiana Tech University student with an interest in the clinical laboratory science profession. Members do not have to be a Medical Technology major. Members must maintain a 2.0 or higher GPA.

Purpose:
To promote the clinical laboratory science profession, prepare embers for the professional practice, and encourage a bond of friendship among the members.

President:  Dakota Jenneman 2008-2009

Faculty Advisor:
Mary Muslow, Assistant Professor/MT Coordinator

Contact Information:
(318) 257-2821
muslow@latech.edu

Criteria for membership:
Open to all Louisiana Tech University majors, regardless of prior participation in FFA or not.

Purpose:
To promote agriculture and agricultural education through its affilitation with the National Future Farmers of America Organization.  The Louisiana Tech University Chapter of the Collegiate FFA has been recently reorganized and invites all interested students to become members.

President:  Josh Dahlem

Faculty Advisor:  Track Kavanaugh

Contact Information:
(318) 243-6311 or (318) 257-3275
track@latech.edu

Organization Title:
Epsilon Sigma Alpha International (Zeta Tau Chapter)

Criteria for membership:
Be a college student, faculty, or staff (male or female) and be willing to work for philanthropic causes.

Purpose:
As a premier leadership and service organization, Epsilon Sigma Alpha (ESA) offers personal assistance and support to members in the development of confidence and competence to go forth and impact the world in a positve manner.  The letters of ESA stand for Education, Service, and Association.  These aspects of membership combine to create opportunities for personal growth that far exceed those of single purpose organizations.  Service to each other, to communities, and the world at large is a big part of this organization.  Our major philanthropic service is raising money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital as well as Easter Seals.  ESA is a powerful network that brings good people together to accomplish good things - locally, nationally, and internationally.

President:  Holli Beard

Faculty Advisor:
Angela Kennedy

Contact Information:
Department of  Health Information Management
angelak@latech.edu
GTM 18
318-257-2854
or
bfife@latech.edu

Organization Title:
Equestrian Club

Criteria for membership:
Open to Louisiana Tech students of all majors who share a common interest in horses.

Purpose:
The Louisiana Tech University Equestrian Club is both a social and service organization.  The club participates in regular events such as volunteering to be judges at the Holly Hills Jump Contest in the spring and fall, giving riding demonstrations to the local Girl Scouts, and raising money by selling a miniature donkey in the fall.

President: P. J. Bamburg

Faculty Advisor:

Contact Information:
P. J. Bamburg
ohb10@latech.edu
(318) 513-1867

Organization Title:
Forest Products Society Student Chapter

Criteria for membership:
Enrolled at Louisiana Tech and have an interest in forestry and forest products. No fees or dues are required for membership in the campus organization; however, a $25 membership fee is required annually if the student wishes to become a member of the professional society (Forest Products Society).

Purpose:
The Chapter seeks to promote a better understanding of the forest products industry among students, faculty, and the University community, while providing an atmosphere for personal growth and involvement in the profession of forest products manufacturing and utilization. The Chapter, chartered at Louisiana Tech in September, 1977, is affiliated with the Forest Products Society (FPS), an international, nonprofit educational association founded in 1947 to provide a common forum for all segments of the forest products industry. FPS encourages the development and application of new technology and provides a link for technical interchange between industry and research through the collection and dissemination of the latest technical information.

Faculty Advisor:
Mark D. Gibson

Contact Information:
mgibson@latech.edu

Organization Title:
Greenscape

Criteria for membership:
Open to Louisiana Tech students of all majors who have an interest in Plant Science - Horticulture, Agronomy, Landscape & Turf.

Purpose:
Greenscape, a social and professional organization, offers its members the opportunity to interact with others and to participate in field trips to such facilities as public gardens, plant nurseries, greenhouse operations, golf courses and experiment stations.  Members can also attend regional and national educational meetings and trade shows; assist with the annual Louisiana Tech Poinsettia  Show, Scholarship Auction and Sale; and work with the John D. Griffin Horticultural Display Garden.

President:
Mr. Alvin Scott May

Faculty Advisors:
Dr. Peter W. Gallagher
Dr. Charles W. Winstead

Contact Information:
Scotty May    asm002@latech.edu
Peter Gallagher   pgall@latech.edu (318) 257-2412
Charles Winstead   winstead@latech.edu (318) 257-2468

Organization Title:
Horticulture Society

Criteria for membership:
Open to Louisiana Tech students of all majors who are interested in horticulture.

Purpose:
The Louisiana Tech University Horticulture Society is a Collegiate Chapter of the American Society for Horticulture Science.  The club participates in field trips and tours of horticultural enterprises throughout the country, sponsors the annual Poinsettia Show and Sale and manages the John D. Griffin Horticultural Display Garden on Tech's South Campus.  The club aso offers members opportunities to associate with other clubs from Universities throughout the United States and to take part in judging and identification competitions, as well as trade shows and educational seminars.

President:

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Peter Gallagher

Contact Information:

Organization Title:
Kappa Omicron Nu

Criteria for Membership:

Purpose:
Kappa Omicorn Nu is a national Human Ecology honor society.  The Louisiana Tech University chapter was established in 1976.  Its purpose is to help members grow professionally in the areas of scholarship, leadership, and research.

2008-2009 Officers:
President:  Ondie Eddleman
Vice President:  Carolyn Macek
Secretary:  Sarah Keys
Treasurer:  Jessica Copes

Faculty Advisor:
Jan Colvin, Human Ecology

Contact Information:
Jan Colvin
email:  colvinj@latech.edu

Organization Title:
Louisiana Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (LAFCS)

Criteria for membership:
Membership is open to students majoring in any area of human ecology/family and consumer sciences. A membership application and dues are submitted at the beginning of the fall quarter during an annual membership campaign. Students also have the option of joining the national association as well.

Purpose:
The organization serves as the "umbrella" organization for all human ecology students. The student chapter is affiliated with the Louisiana Association of Family and Consumer Sciences and the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). The organization provides monthly meetings, fundraisers, community service projects, and other activities for its members. Students also have the opportunity to attend the state and national conferences.

President:

Faculty Advisor:
Lori Myers

Contact Information:
Lori Myers
257-4412
lmyers@latech.edu

Organization Title:
Louisiana Tech Child Life Student Association

Criteria for membership:
Membership in the Louisiana Tech University Child Life Student Association shall be available to any student enrolled at Louisiana Tech University having designated Family and Child Studies as his or her major field of study.  Additionally, membership in the association shall be available to alumni of Louisiana Tech University who have previously been a member of the Louisiana Tech University Child Life Student Association and are interested in and willing to continue supporting the goals and purposes of the association.

Purpose:
1.   To promote Child Life as a career.
2.   To increase public awareness of the Child Life curriculum at Louisiana Tech University.
3.   To increase public awareness of the field of Child Life, as well as the career and public service opportunities available in that field of study.
4.   To provide an avenue for Child Life students at Louisiana Tech University to gather, receive, and maintain information form prospective employers, groups, entities and organizations that support Child Life studies, careers and public service opportunites.
5.   To provide a network of students, faculty and interested parties desiring to enhance their Child Life skills.
6.   To provide a medium for the establishment of community service activities in the area of Child Life.

President: Holly Emerson

Faculty Advisor:
Anita Pumphrey, School of Human Ecology

Contact Information:
Holly Emerson
Phone: (713) 594-4973
email: hbe002@latech.edu
Anita Pumphrey
email: apumphrey@latech.edu

Organization Title:
Louisiana Tech Student Council on Family Relations (LTSCFR)

Criteria for membership:
Currently enrolled Undergraduate or Graduate students at Louisiana Tech University. No less than a 2.5 GPA based on hours pursued. Membership is open without restriction as to race, creed, sex, or national origin.

Purpose:
The Association is part of National Council on Family Relations, which is a non-profit educational and professional organization. The purpose of the LTSCFR shall be to promote undergraduate study and research and to stimulate scholarship and leadership toward the betterment of individuals and society. The members shall strive to implement the ideals of scholarship, citizenship, and leadership by rendering services and making contributions to Louisiana Tech University. The organization will provide opportunities for professional socialization to its members through contact with local family service organizations, the National Council on Family Relations, and its local affiliates.

President:

Faculty Advisor:
Tammy Harpel

Contact Information:
Tammy Harpel
harpelt@latech.edu

Organization Title:
Louisiana Tech Student Dietetic Organization

Criteria for membership:
All dietetic students and students with an interest in nutrition are encouraged to join.

Purpose:
To promote professional development of members and to encourage networking with practicing dietitians.  SDA has established a scholarship for eligible freshmen/sophomore dietetic students. 

2008-2009 Officers:

President: Jana Melvin, Junior
jkm024@latech.edu

Vice President: Melissa Scala, Junior
mas061@latech.edu

Secretary: Caralyn Macek, Junior
cmj035@latech.edu

Treasurer: Sherryl Smith, Junior
srs047@latech.edu


Faculty Advisor: Dawn Erickson

Contact Information:
Sydney Macormic
Phone:  254-1057
sydspub@hotmail.com

Organization Title:
Louisiana Tech Student Nurse's Association

Criteria for Membership:
Students enrolled in the undergraduate nursing and pre-nursing program at Louisiana Tech University.

Purpose:
The Louisiana Tech Student Nurse's Association (SNA) is the student nurse professional organization on campus. The Louisiana Tech chapter is constituency of the Louisiana Association of Student Nurses (LASN) and also the National Student Nurses Association (NSNA). Louisiana Tech SNA is committed to contributing to nursing education and to aid in the development of the whole person, his/her professional role, and provides support and guidance to all nursing students.

2009-2010 Officers:
President:  LaTosha Mollette
Vice President:  Lauren Frizzell
Secretary:  Aimie Albritton
Treasurer:  Kristen Sandifer
Community Service:  Melissa Mason
Parliamentarian:  Clay Bryant
Historian:  Amber Ryals

Faculty Advisors:
Elizabeth Fife
Lena Brown

Contact Information:
Nursing Department
George T. Madison 139
(318) 257-3101
bfife@latech.edu
lbrown@latech.edu

Organization Title:
Merchandising and Consumer Studies (MCS) Club

Criteria for membership:
Students majoring in Merchandising and Consumer Affairs or students interested in merchandising or consumer affairs issues may join. Freshmen through seniors are welcome - no minimum hours or GPA specification.

Purpose:
The purpose is to increase awareness of career opportunities in Merchandising and Consumer Affairs, to promote unity and collegiality among students majoring in MCA, and to establish connections within the university and the community through service and outreach activities.

President:

Faculty Advisors:
Mrs. Kathleen Heiden and Mrs. Aimee Rambin

Contact Information:
318-257-4412
email: heidenK@latech.edu
email: rambin@latech.edu

Organization Title:
Pre-Vet Club

Criteria for membership:
Open to students from all majors throughout Louisiana Tech University

Purpose:
To connect individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in the veterinary profession or other fields relating to animals.  The primary purpose of the club is to help members acquire experience with animals and to develop professional associations and advice from upper classmen, club advisors, and practicing veterinarians.  Club events include biannual dog dips, monthly P.U.P.S. visits to local retirement homes, and an annual club sponsored and supported trip to a veterinary school in the United States.  In addition, the club hosts veterinary dinners for local veterinarians and club members where veterinarians can complete their continuing education requirements, and where club members can develop and enhance professional relationships and communication skills necessary in the veterinary profession.

President:
Taylor Simon
email: TAS031@latech.edu
telephone: (337) 257-8736

Faculty Advisors:
William H. Green, Mark W. Murphey

Contact Information:
Taylor Simon
TAS031@latech.edu
(337) 257-8736

Criteria for membership:
Health Information Administration or Health Information Technology major.

Purpose:
To increase interaction between Health Information Administration and Health Information Technology students and provide other educational opportunities on and off of the campus.

President: Maggie Dowies

Faculty Advisor:
Michelle Martin

Contact Information:
Health Information Management Department
Wyly Tower 1119
(318) 257-2854
mmartin@atech.edu

Organization Title:
Society of American Foresters

Criteria for membership:

Purpose:
To learn abut forestry, become active in the forestry field, and interact with professionals.  Student SAF members are professionally enriched while attending meetings of the North Louisiana SAF, State SAF, and National SAF.  Student SAF members receive many benefits, including the Journal of Forestry, a monthly newsletter, e-mail news alerts, and scholarship opportunities to attend national meetings.

Organizational Title:
Student Louisiana Early Childhood Association

Criteria for Membership:
Major in a curriculum that trains individuals to work with young children and their families Be interested in working to improve the early childhood profession and the SLAECA/LAECA/SECA organizations.  Members must Pay local chapter/state/national dues.  A person can join local chapter organization without joining state or national organizations but they do not receive the state or national publications, reduced conference rates, and cannot apply for state or national scholarships or other benefits.

Purpose:
Student Louisiana Early Childhood Association is the oldest and most active SLAECA Chapter in the state of Louisiana. The purpose of the organization is to provide professional training, support, and network capabilities for individuals who are preparing to work with young children and their families.

2008-2009 Officers:
President: Candice Cannady
Vice President: Angela Davis
Secretary: Jessica Jennings
Treasurer: Krista Johnson
Reporter: Brook Fuller
Historian: Jennifer Eymard


Faculty Advisors/Sponsors:
Janie H. Humphries, EdD / Laura Chestnut, MS
Professor and Coordinator Early Childhood Education / Director of Early Childhood Education Center

Contact Information:
Phone: 318-257-4456 / 318-257-4614
humphries@latech.edu / chestnut@latech.edu

Organization Title:
The Wildlife Society (Louisiana Tech Student Chapter)

Criteria for Membership:
Interest in wildlife

Purpose:
Promote excellence in wildlife stewardship through science and education.

President:

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. James G. Dickson

Contact Information:
jdickson@latech.edu

Organization Title:
Xi Sigma Pi

Criteria for Membership:
Membership is by invitation to students demonstrating superior scholarship (3.0 G.P.A. or greater and at least 24 hours of earned credit), leadership, and dedicated service to the profession.

Purpose:
Xi Sigma Pi strives to secure and maintain a high standard of scholarship in forestry education, to work for the improvement of the profession, and promote fellowship of those involved in the field of forestry.

President:

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. George A. Grozdits

Contact Information:
grozdits@latech.edu or (318) 257-4898