Clubs and Organizations

While academics are the priority at Craven Community College, we believe in development outside the classroom. For that reason, we encourage students to participate in student clubs and organizations. Students wishing to join a club should contact the club advisor. For a list of advisors, contact the Office of Student Services at 252-638-7228 or suggsg@cravencc.edu.

The College administration and Student Council must approve all student organizations. Each organization must meet and adhere to the criteria and procedures established by the administration and Council.

Accounting Club - The purpose of the Accounting Club is to do the following: (1) Share with the members business and industry job requirements; (2) Expand the members’ general knowledge of the accounting profession; (3) Enhance the members’ vision of accounting as the Language of Business; and, (4) Assist our community when help is needed.

Alumni Association - The Alumni Association gives its members an opportunity (1) to advance the growth and development of the College, (2) to enhance their personal, educational, and professional development as well as that of other alumni, and (3) to establish, promote, and maintain mutual benefits through relationships with the college community and its alumni.

Association of Information Technology Professionals - The purpose of the student chapter of the Association of Information Technology Professionals is (1) to develop a better understanding of the nature and functions of information technology, (2) to promote sound general principles of information technology, and (3) to foster among its members a better understanding of the vital business role of information technology in today’s society.

Automotive Technology Club - The purpose of the Automotive Technology Club is (1) to promote professional competency among students who are training to be automotive technicians, (2) to research, coordinate, and provide opportunities for educational field trips to observe and learn about various aspects of the automotive industry, (3) to host guest speakers/instructors from the automotive industry in order to become informed about current trends and new products, and (4) to assist club members in finding industry-related jobs within the local area.

Banking Club - The purpose of the Banking Club is (1) to provide the opportunity for leadership training in service, (2) to serve on the campus and in the community, (3) to encourage participation in group activities, and (4) to promote good fellowship and high scholarship.

Business and Marketing Club - The purpose of the student chapter of the Business and Marketing Club is (1) to promote professional competency, (2) to provide an opportunity for Club members to serve together productively, and (3) to promote better understanding among members of the faculty and students.

CCC Ambassadors - The CCC Ambassadors are an honorary group of students who have been nominated by faculty and staff to represent the College at special events on campus and in the community. Students representing diverse areas of the College and a variety of career goals and experiences are selected. These students possess leadership potential, communication skills and high academic standards. Each ambassador serves for one year with the option to renew for the second year with the selection committee’s endorsement. The ambassadors give campus tours, host campus activities, recruit students, speak to community groups, assist with registration and orientation, welcome groups to the campus, and assist with College Foundation activities. Ambassadors are expected to perform these services in both day and evening hours. To become an ambassador, a student must:

Complete an application
Maintain a 3.5 grade point average
Have completed 12 hours of college-level work
Submit an Ambassador Nomination form
Be interviewed and selected by a screening panel
Sign a contract accepting responsibilities of being a student ambassador

Cosmetology Club - The purpose of the Cosmetology Club is (1) to promote professional competency, (2) to provide an opportunity for members to serve together productively, and (3) to promote better understanding and cooperation among members of the faculty and students.

Criminal Justice Society - The purpose of the Criminal Justice Society is (1) to enhance the image of the College, (2) to increase the community awareness of the criminal justice system, (3) to provide association for the criminal justice students, and (4) to promote a sense of unity and academic support.

E-Team - The purpose of the E Team is (1) to promote professional competency, (2) to develop a better understanding of electronic and electrical principles, concepts and applications, and (3) to provide an interface between the College and area industries.

Fine Arts Club - The purpose of the Fine Arts Club is (1) to promote professional competency, (2) to provide an opportunity for members to serve together productively, and (3) to promote better understanding and cooperation among members of the faculty and students.

Forensics Society - The purpose of the Forensics Society is (1) to promote professional competency in public speaking, (2) to provide an opportunity for members to serve the College and community in forensic activity, and (3) to promote better understanding and cooperation among members of the speech faculty and students.

Forum Club - The purpose of the Forum Club shall be to promote a diversity of ideas and provide a forum for discussion of political, social, and economic issues with emphasis on balanced discussions.

History Club - The purpose of the club shall be to promote a better understanding of history's cultures and historical events.

Interdenominational Bible Club - The purpose of the Bible Club is (1) to promote morality amongst students and faculty, (2) to promote understanding of the Holy Bible, and (3) to promote togetherness amongst the entire student/teacher population.

International Film Club - The purpose of the International Film Club is to promote better understanding of foreign cultures and to foster cooperation of the College and community through the viewing of international films.

Learning Community Club - The purpose of the Learning Community Club is to (1) to promote professional competency, (2) to promote teamwork and leadership qualities, (3) to provide
moral support to fellow students, (4) to provide an opportunity for team members to serve together productively, and (5) to promote better understanding and cooperation between the faculty members and students.

Literary and Arts Society - The purpose of the Literary and Arts Society is to showcase the diverse literary and artistic talents of the Craven Community College students, faculty, alumni, and staff.

Machinists Club - The purpose of the Machinists Club is (1) to promote professional competency, (2) to provide an opportunity for the members to serve together productively, and (3) to promote better understanding and cooperation among members of the faculty and students.

Multicultural Society - The purpose of the Multicultural Society is (1) to develop a better understanding of minority special problems and concerns, (2) to develop community awareness of minority issues, and (3) to foster among students a better understanding of the vital role minorities play in society.

National Vocational/Technical Honor Society - The purpose of the National Vocational/Technical Honor Society is (1) to encourage scholastic achievement, skill development, service leadership, citizenship, and individual responsibility, (2) to assist its membership in reaching their educational and career goals, and (3) to cultivate and champion a stronger, more positive image for work force education in society.

Phi Beta Lambda - The purpose of Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) is to provide additional opportunities for students to develop vocational competencies for business and office occupations and business teacher education. PBL is an integral part of the instructional program and promotes a sense of civic and personal responsibility.

Phi Theta Kappa - The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa, a national honor society of two-year colleges, is to promote scholarship, the development of leadership, and service by cultivating fellowship among qualified students.

Sign Language Club - The purpose of the Sign Language club is (1) to promote understanding of the hearing impaired community to the students and faculty, (2) to provide an opportunity for members to serve together productively, and (3) to promote togetherness amongst the entire student/teacher population.

Spanish Club - The purpose of the Spanish Club shall be (1) to promote an appreciation of Hispanic culture as reflected in its art, music, literature, film and other media, (2) to develop ties with the Hispanic community in and around New Bern as a means of both serving and better understanding such community, (3) to provide leadership opportunities for its members, (4) to enhance the language skills of students of the Spanish language through both educational and recreational means, and (5) to assist students in the acquisition of those skills that will best prepare them to function effectively and successfully in the multi-cultural, multi-lingual, competitive marketplace of the 21st century.

For information on establishing a new student club or organization, please contact the vice president for student services at 252-638-7220 or fonvillj@cravencc.edu.