STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
ALPHA CHI promotes and recognizes scholarship. Membership is open to juniors and seniors ranking in
the top tenth of their class.
ANDREW JOHNSON SOCIETY is a group for those interested in history and how various changes impact
who we are as a country. Membership is open to all students.
ATHLETIC TRAINING STUDENT SOCIETY promotes professionalism and education within the field of
athletic training.
BAPTIST STUDENT UNION (BSU) provides a time of Christian fellowship and worship for all students.
BSU is open to all denominations.
BLACK UNITED STUDENTS (B.U.S.) provides an opportunity for African American students to fellowship
and serve the greater college community. B.U.S is open to all students, not just African American
students.
BONNER LEADERS is a student-led service learning opportunity that requires its members to fulfill 100
hours of volunteer work a semester. Members are selected through an application and interview
process, and a grant of $1,000 per semester may be available.
BUSINESS CLUB OF TUSCULUM COLLEGE promotes enjoyment and understanding of business
administration; develops leadership abilities through participating in career education and social
activities; assists students in establishing realistic employment objectives; promotes high standards in
ethics, workmanship, and scholarship; and develops competent, aggressive leaders in business.
CAMPUS CRUSADE FOR CHRIST is an interdenominational student Christian organization seeking to
provide a positive spiritual resource for students.
CIRCLE K is an international collegiate service organization that is a sponsored leadership program of the
Kiwanis International promoting service, leadership and fellowship.
COLLEGE DEMOCRATS is an organization for students supporting the Democratic party and sponsoring
events to raise awareness about civic engagement and social responsibility.
COLLEGE REPUBLICANS is an organization for students supporting the Republican party and sponsoring
events to raise awareness about civic engagement and social responsibility.
COMMUNITY CHORUS is open to all community members. No auditions are required. Academic credit
may be earned.
ENGLISH STUDENTS ORGANIZATION (ESO) fosters a sense of community and camaraderie among the
English Department, other departments and organizations on campus, and members of the surrounding
community.
FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES (FCA) is a student led non-denominational organization that
promotes Christian principles among student athletes and the general student body. FCA is open to all
students and not just athletes.
GREENE TEAM is committed to promoting conservation and recycling efforts within the community.
HALL COUNCILS are boards of elected students to represent each residence hall. They function primarily
to govern the halls and provide educational and social programming.
HERSTORY is a group of women focusing on minority women's issue in the professions which
encourages the exploration of career opportunities, the development of support networks, and the
attainment of leadership skills.
INTERNATIONALAND MULTICULTURALSOCIETY provides an opportunity for international students to
fellowship and develop programs to educate the greater college community about their culture and
history.
IOTA TAU ALPHA is a national honor society for Athletic Training Education students. The functions of
Iota Tau Alpha are to stimulate interest, scholarly attainment, and investigation in Athletic Training
Education and to promote the dissemination of information and new interpretations of the Society’s
activities among students of Athletic Training Education.
LACROSSE “LAX” CLUB is a group focused on the promotion of the sport of lacrosse and the
development of a club sport at the college for the promotion of teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline,
leadership, and fitness.
LADY PIONEER DANCE TEAM is a fun energetic group of students who like to cheer and dance. The club
promotes SPIRIT throughout the campus. They provide support for the players during basketball and
football games. They also perform at halftime for both sports.
NATIONAL STUDENT ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION promotes healthy lifestyles for student athletes, provides
education in leadership skills, and assists in planning for success during and after college.
OPEN DOOR SOCIETY is a group of individuals focused on providing a safe, welcoming environment of
support to homosexual, bisexual, and transgendered individuals while providing education about issues
to the college community and providing a commitment to service.
ORANGE CRUSH is a dedicated and energetic organization comprised of students in support of Pioneer
athletics.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLUB serves the interests of Physical Education majors and other interested
students by providing peer support for developing professionalism in the field of Physical Education.
PIOKNITTERS is a group focused on establishing a more creative mindset, encouraging the learning and
teaching of yarn skills, and continuing traditions without prejudice.
PIONEER ANIME CLUB exists for the purpose of giving fans of Japanese animation a place to view new
productions and share interests with like-minded individuals.
PIONEER STUDENT ATHLETIC COUNCIL (PSAC) acts as the voice of the student-athletes and serves as
their voice to the athletics administration as they seek to enhance the total student-athlete experience
by developing leadership skills, promoting welfare, and fostering a positive image to the community.
PIONEER FRONTIER (STUDENT NEWSMAGAZINE) is the news medium at Tusculum College. Students
are responsible for all aspects of production and distribution.
PIONEERING MUSIC ON CAMPUS is established to provide a variety of musical cultural expressions to
the community and provide an outlet for the musically inclined to express themselves.
PRESIDENT’S SOCIETY is an elite student organization dedicated to promote and fortify the mission of
the institution. As an ambassador, each member serves as an extension of the undergraduate admission
office—to aid in tours and various service projects sponsored by admissions. For more information on
how to become a member, contact the residential Office of Admission in person, by phone or e-mail.
PSYCHOLOGY CLUB serves the interests of psychology majors by providing peer support for developing
professionalism in the field of psychology
SCIENCE CLUB serves the interest of science majors or students interested in science by providing
educational opportunities and opportunities for professional development.
STUDENT ACTIVITES BOARD (SAB) is a group of students who work directly with Student Affairs to
provide entertainment for the student body. SAB chooses various performers from magicians,
comedians, musicians, etc., and assists in planning social events on campus. Membership is open to all
students.
STUDENT ALUMNI ASSOCIATION is dedicated to building a body of servant leaders who upon
graduation will advance the interests and connectivity of alumni and Tusculum College; establish, foster
and promote relationships among the College community; and further the quality of the institution.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA) is the governing body for the student body. SGA provides
an official voice to represent students to the administration and the Board of Trustees. It is the vehicle
for expressing and addressing student concerns and a means to democratically determine allocation of
student organization funding.
STUDENT PARANORMAL ORGANIZATION OF KINDRED SPIRITS (SPOOKS) is a group dedicated to
increasing the understanding and awareness of the paranormal through investigation into the
unexplained and logical explanation or documentation of the ongoing questions which remain.
STUDENTS IN FREE ENTERPRISE (SIFE) provides opportunities to gain professional experience and
knowledge in working with the free enterprise system. Students may present and compete in regional
and national conferences.
THEATRE AT TUSCULUM provides many opportunities throughout the year for involvement in theatre,
through scheduled productions. Students may audition for roles in productions or volunteer to assist
backstage.
TRACK & FIELD CLUB exists to promote and provide an opportunity for individuals to participate in
intercollegiate and open track and field meets and events as well as road races.
TUSCULANA is the Tusculum Yearbook. It is published each academic year. Students are responsible for
all aspects of production and distribution.
TUSCULUM ARTS OUTREACH provides a variety of opportunities for theatrical or other artistic
involvement in the larger community.
TUSCULUM REVIEW is an annual literary journal that publishes fiction, non-fiction and poetry by wellestablished and emerging writers from around the world. Edited by Tusculum College professors, the
volunteer staff is made up of students who read and consider submissions as well as help in the design
and layout of the review. Students hold positions of responsibility including managing editor, poetry
editor, fiction editor and non-fiction editor.
VENTURING CREW is a program of exciting and meaningful outdoor activities such as ropes, climbing,
hiking, and camping. The purpose is to help students pursue their special interests, to grow, to develop
leadership skills, and to become good citizens. Membership is open to all students.
WTCV is for students wanting to gain knowledge and hands-on experience in television and
broadcasting. Students are involved in all aspects of station management and operation of a campus
television channel.
WTPL/D.J. Club WTPL is the campus radio station. The D.J. Club promotes learning within the field of
broadcasting. Members work in the campus radio station and frequently work as deejays at various
campus functions. The radio station broadcasts music and entertainment throughout the campus daily.
Students are involved in all aspects of station management and operation.