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The various student organizations existing at Lycoming College provide numerous opportunities for involvement and leadership. Students are expected to become contributors to campus life by actively involving themselves in student government, service and social organizations, academic clubs, and club sports. The clubs and organizations are sponsored by Student Senate of Lycoming College. The Office of Student Programs and Leadership Development staff advise student leaders and organizations in the development and promotion of student activities. Larry Mannolini, Director of Student Programs and Leadership Development, Wertz Student Center, ext. 4118, is available to provide further information.

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Service and Social Organizations
Amnesty International -The Lycoming College chapter supports the worldwide movement of fostering education for the preservation of human rights and social justice.
President: Christian Kochon Advisor: Dr. Sandra L. Kingery
Arrow (College Yearbook) - Staffed by students interested in
editorial publishing, photo journalism, graphic arts, and creative
writing.
Editor-in-Chief: Bob Hamell Advisor: TBA
Best Buddies of Lyco
- The mission of Best Buddies is to enhance the lives of people with
intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one
friendships and integrated employment.
President: Ashley Lloyd Advisor: Dr. Philip W. Sprunger
Big Brothers/Big Sisters - The mission of Big Brothers/Big Sisters is to provide a community resource for children at risk and in need of a positive role model to support their growth and development.
Through one-to-one matches, the Lycoming College student volunteers help
these children enhance their self-esteem, personal safety and study skills, and set goals for the future.
President: Ashley I. Lubold
Advisor:
Sister Catherine Ann Gilvary
Black Student Union
(BSU) - An organization established
to expand the black awareness on campus. Thereby the goal is
to extend the outreach to all students and faculty alike. This
is an organization where students can go and discuss relevant issues
of importance here at Lycoming.
President: Jasmine E. Johnson Advisors: Beatrice Gamble Seth Goodman
Campus Activities Board (CAB) - In cooperation with the Office of Student Programs and Leadership Development, the Campus Activities Board plans and implements student activities such as concerts, comedians, dinner theaters, movies and musical
performances. Membership in CAB is open to all Lycoming College students. All active members have voting privileges within the organization.
President: Margaret Benshaw Advisor:
Mr. Lawrence P. Mannolini III
Campus Girl Scouts -
Campus Girl Scouts, which is open to all Lycoming College students regardless of gender, provides the opportunity for Lycoming College students to become an adult volunteer and the opportunity to work with Girl Scout troops in our area. Also training programs and opportunities are continuously being offered through the council to meet the various interests of students at Lycoming College.
President: Helen Murphy Advisor: Mrs. Dawn R. Burch
Cheerleading - Members are selected yearly by try out to provide a cheer squad for Lycoming athletic events.
Captains: TBA Advisor: Ms. Jacinta Hallman
Circle K International - Exists to meet the personal needs of the individual collegian through the qualities of leadership, the rewards of service, and the unique spirit of friendship.
President: Jeff Rosenheck
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy D.
Ramsey
Class Officers - Each of the four classes, Senior, Junior, Sophomore, Freshman, elect students to serve as their class
officers. These students work in conjunction with student government to promote class unity and relay information pertinent to the members of their class.
Class 2010
President: Kelly Drinkard
Advisor: Mrs.
Melanie J. Taormina
Class 2011
President: Ashley Loeb
Advisor: Mr. Lawrence P. Mannolini
Class 2012
President: Stephanie Robinson Advisor:
Ms. Stephanie Fortin
Class 2013
President: TBA Advisor:
Mrs. Regina M. Collins
Colleges Against Cancer - The CAC program allows college
students, faculty, and staff to work together to bring American
Cancer Society programs and services to college communities
nationwide. We participate in many different activities promoting:
advocacy, cancer education, survivorship and the Relay For Life. Our
purpose is to develop leadership skills as well as to create an
awareness of cancer and to encourage students to help in the fight
against it.
President: Ashley Lubold
Advisor: Mrs. Lorri Amrom
Commuter Student Organization
(CSO) - Unifies and represents the commuter student population with student government.
Identifies, publicizes, and fulfills the special needs of the commuter student.
President Courtney Brewer
Advisor: Advisor: Ms. Lauri L. Kremer
Creative Arts Society
(CAS) - Serves as a social organization
for students having an interest in creative arts (audio, visual, and performance).
CAS sponsors trips to museums and performances. Membership is open to all students regardless of
major/minor.
President: Martha Hughes Advisor: Dr. N. J. Stanley
Equestrian Club - A group of students interested in horseback
riding and competition. All ability levels are welcomed to
join. Fair Play Farm, Linden, PA, is our associating stable.
President: Cassidy Hendrickson Advisor: Dr. Robin J.
Knauth
Gays, Lesbians, Or BiSexuals and Allies at Lycoming (GLOBAL) - This organization provides a support structure and addresses the issues concerning gay, lesbian, and bisexual students and their allies.
President: Kevin Milliard Advisor:
Dr. Sandra L. Kingery
Habitat for Humanity - The Lycoming College chapter of this ecumenical housing organization works in partnership with people in need to improve the conditions in which they are forced to live.
President: Allison M. Batties Advisor: Rev. Jeffrey L. LeCrone
Japanese CultureClub - To promote, educate,
and increase awareness of Asian (mainly Japanese) culture, primarily
through the study of Japanese art and entertainment.
President: Eric Dingler-Brown
Advisor: Dr. Len Cagle
Juggling Club - This organization teaches all who have an interest in juggling how to juggle. Membership includes students, faculty, and
staff. The club owns a variety of juggling equipment available for student use.
President: Alicia Koeb Advisor: Sister Catherine Ann
Gilvary
Leadership Education Advancement Project (LEAP) - LEAP is designed to bring freshmen students together to simulate the workings of a student organization while learning valuable lifelong leadership
skills. Membership is by application.
Program Administrator: Mr.
Lawrence P. Mannolini III
Lycoming College Dance Program - Provides students of Lycoming College with an opportunity to meet new people and to develop their dance
skills. The Dance Programs adds to the diversity of the arts as well as a means of exercise and enjoyment.
Captain: Lynn Detwiler
Advisor: Dr. N. J.
Stanley
Captain: Ryan Grosso
Lycoming College Democrats -
Works to promote student participation and
interest in local, state, and national politics. The club's primary background is the philosophy of the
Democratic Party, but it encourages all students to learn more about
leadership, volunteering, and voting.
Members assist candidates, discuss issues, meet speakers, and
work at convincing everyone on campus that participating in our
community and government is important and fun.
President: Kathleen L. Eierman Advisor: Dr. Jeremy D.
Ramsey
Lycoming College Fly
Fishing Club (FLYCO) -
The Lycoming College Fly Fishing Club
was established on the premises of providing service to the
community through the sport of fly fishing with involvement in
teaching others the principles of fly fishing, engaging in
environmentally based service projects, and providing a positive
social atmosphere.
President: Erika M. Niemann
Advisor: Dr. Jonathan
L. Williamson
Lycoming College Republicans - Affiliated with the College Republicans of America, this organization works to further the ideals of the Republican Party while educating students about the political system.
President: Jordan Hollander Advisor: Dr. Jonathan Williamson
Lycoming College Roller Hockey - Strives to develop
sportsmanship and team skills as well as to provide student
participation in an athletic event.
President: Kyle Hickman Advisor: Mrs. Janice L.
Ogurcak
Lycoming College Shotokan Karate Club - The purpose of the Shotokan Karate club is to guide its members in the principles of character formation, etiquette, and mental improvement; including understanding of one's self through the teaching of Shotokan Karate.
President: Cristina Sorrells Advisor: Mr. William W. Bubb
Lycoming Environmental Awareness Foundation (LEAF) - LEAF promotes environmental awareness on the Lycoming College campus through the use of educational programs, local field activities, and outdoor recreation.
President: Catherine Crosmer
Advisor: Dr. Melvin C.
Zimmerman
Lycoming Fencing Club and Guild of Swordsmen - For new or experienced fencers, to learn more about the sport, techniques, and history of weaponry. Includes not only modern fencing, but more archaic weaponry and stage combat uses.
President: Kirstin Rose Advisor: Dr. Cullen J. Chandler
Lycourier - The Lycourier student staff manages all aspects of the campus biweekly newspaper.
Editor: Eddie Frick Advisor: Mrs. Janice L. Ogurcak
Magic: the Gathering Club (MTG) - Acts as a meeting grounds for both new and old participants of the classic strategy card game, Magic: the Gathering, serving to promote healthy competition, tactics, and fostering creativity and ingenuity through deckbuilding. The club hosts a variety of events, ranging from casual play to free tournaments to Limited events.
President: Johnston Dedrick Advisor: Dr. Todd Preston
Multicultural Awareness Group (MAG) - Serves to celebrate the cultural differences of Lycoming students.
President: CaraSol J. Cochran Advisor: Mrs. Jean C. Wool
Peer Ministry - is young adults helping young adults. Peer Ministers are students who share Faith and Friendship. As student leaders on campus the peer ministers engage in: Listening to others and self; Enlivening community; Articulating values and beliefs; Developing the spiritual; Experiencing life with compassion; Realizing visibility on campus.
Program Administrator: Sister Catherine Ann Gilvary
Raging Stitches - This club exists to promote togetherness through the social and productive values of knitting, crocheting, and any other type of stitching that can be done in a group environment. Our main purpose is to gather together and create while socializing.
President: Kelly Arendacs Advisor: Dr. Mary E. Morrison
Recreation Board of Lycoming College - An organization
providing a recreational environment that will supplement the
students' academic pursuit enabling them to achieve a healthier
lifestyle and maximize their total college experience by planning
programs for the Recreation Center.
President: Alli Mock
Advisor: Ms. Erica Brown
Religious Exploration At Lycoming (REAL)
- We hope to educate ourselves and the campus about the many
faith traditions in the Williamsport area by participating in
various worship services and local religious events. We also
meet weekly to discuss current issues in the faith community and
learn the history of the faith communities surrounding this
campus. We wish to learn why people believe what they do
instead of telling people what to believe.
President: TBA
Advisor: Dr. Steven R.
Johnson
Russian Language Club
President: Mark Fries Advisor: Mr. Geoffrey Knauth
Spelling, Math and
Reading Tutoring (SMART) Program
- Spelling, Math and Reading Tutoring (SMART) Program - Creates an opportunity for college students to tutor and mentor children in grades 6 through 8 from Curtin Middle School. Tutors help the children with their homework and create a strong bond with a child while playing games, sports, or doing crafts. This program currently runs two days a week, Tuesdays and Thursdays, where Lycoming students typically come every day. However, students may choose which days they want to volunteer if they are unable to attend both days. This program runs from 3:30pm to 5:30pm with provided transportation.
Contacts: Amber N. Nace
Advisor: Rev. Jeffrey L. LeCrone
Student Senate of Lycoming College (SSLC) - The Student Senate of Lycoming College
(SSLC) is the official student governing body of the College. SSLC is the final, legitimate, and representative voice of the students and is recognized by the administration as the official voice of students.
Student grievances, needs, and desires should be taken to SSLC for effective communication with the
administration. A major function of SSLC is the appointment of student representatives to campus committees that play important roles in Lycoming policy making.
SSLC meetings are held weekly in the Wertz Conference Room. SSLC maintains an office on the third floor of the Wertz Student Center.
President: Robert Hamell
Advisor: Dr. Daniel P. Miller
Ultimate Frisbee
Organization of Lycoming (UFOL) - Promotes good health and
exercise in a fun, fast and action-packed sport.
President: Rebecca A. Borden
Advisors: Mrs. Jane C. Keller
United Campus Ministry - Supports activities of religious organizations, presents ecumenical services, offers social and recreational programs, and opportunities for service learning through which all persons can exercise their faith in community.
President: Abbie Williams
Advisors:
Rev. Jeffrey L. LeCrone
Sister Catherine Ann Gilvary
WRLC 91.7FM - Campus radio station is staffed by students interested in radio broadcasting.
Station Manager: Stephanie Robinson Advisor: Mr. Mark Shuman
Youth Leaders for Lyco - Established for the expressed
purpose of developing leadership skills and awareness of social
responsibilities encouraging students to participate in public
affairs.
President: TBA
Advisor: Rev. Jeffrey L. LeCrone
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Fraternities and Sororities
Fraternities and sororities are an important part of the institution's commitment to student development.
The goals of all four men's national fraternities (Kappa Delta Rho, Lambda Chi Alpha,
Phi Kappa Psi, and Tau Kappa Epsilon), and five women's sororities (Alpha Rho Omega, Alpha Sigma
Tau, Alpha Xi Delta, Beta Phi Gamma, and Gamma Delta Sigma) are to promote academics, fellowship, leadership development, group responsibility, and service to both the community and the campus.
Involvement in Fraternity and Sorority Life is open to all students who meet the minimum GPA requirements, and who have been enrolled for one full
semester. Fraternities and sororities view recruitment as a yearlong process.
Formal recruitment periods are held each September and January.
During the remainder of the year, Continuous Open Bidding (COB) is in effect.
In COB, a fraternity or sorority may officially extend an invitation for membership to interested individuals.
For more information on how to join a fraternity or sorority, please contact the Office of Student Programs and Leadership
Development, ospld@lycoming.edu
or call 570/321-4118.
Panhellenic
Council - Serves as the women's governing body, consisting of women from all chapters, who govern the women's
sorority system through policy and resolutions that affect sorority women.
President: Susan Yerkes
Advisor: Mr. Lawrence P. Mannolini III
Interfraternity Council
(IFC) - Serves as the men's governing body, consisting of men from all chapters, who govern the men 's
fraternity system through policies and resolutions that affect
fraternity men.
President: Robert Mears
Advisor: Mr. Lawrence P. Mannolini III
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Academic Support Organizations - Clubs on this list are also under the Student Senate umbrella but are topically similar to many of the majors and academic areas of study at the College.
Accounting Society - The purpose of this organization is to generate interest in accounting and to create a liaison between students, faculty, and alumni to promote the professional social well-being of future accountants.
President: Kyle Crouthamel Advisor: Ms.
Lauri L. Kremer
American Marketing Association - The Lycoming College Chapter of the American Marketing Association serves to unite students with an interest in marketing, and provide an out-of-the-classroom experience for them. Members have the opportunity to participate in community outreach and service events, as well as social and networking events. The AMA serves as a liason between students and their professors, and students and the community.
President: Annie Haas Advisor: Dr. Bonita Kolb
Association for Computing Machinery,
Lycoming College Student Chapter of the (ACM) This organization facilitates educational programming for students who have an interest in computer technology.
President: Martha Hughes
Advisor: Dr. Eileen M. Peluso
Association of Mathematically Interested Students (AMIS) - Provides social and academic programming for students to advance and
diffuse knowledge of mathematical science and its applications.
President: Sara Taylor Advisor: Dr. Christopher Reed
Club Franco - Provides a forum in the French language
for all students and faculty. We are an academic organization
that offers activities to promote the French language and
Francophone culture.
President: Kimberly Morris
Advisors: Dr. Stephanie Hopwood
Criminal Justice Society - Organizes and implements social
and intellectual campus programs which heighten the knowledge and
understanding of the field of criminal justice.
President: Rebecca L. Trostle
Advisor: Mr. James J. Carey
Deutschverein
(German Club)
- The German Club encourages student interest in the discipline of
German and the German culture through campus activities and forums.
President: Dina Boriskevich Advisor: Dr. Len Cagle
English Society
- Enriches the College's humanities program, encourages interest in
literature and in creative and professional writing, and supports
students considering careers related to these interests.
President: Lauren E. Perlingero
Advisor: Dr. Todd M.
Preston
Lycoming College Choir
- Conducted by Dr. Fred Thayer, the
Choir has been widely acclaimed as one of the finest college musical
groups in the East. Since its inception in 1947, the
Choir has presented concerts in every state east of the Mississippi
River. They have toured abroad in Canada, England, Puerto
Rico, Spain, Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic. They
have sung with the Gregg Smith Singers and Barry Manilow and
appeared at the National Cathedral, the Washington Shrine, and St.
Patrick's Cathedral in New York City.
Contact: TBA
Conductor: Dr. Fred M. Thayer
Lycoming College Concert Band
- Is an ensemble of approximately 55 woodwind, brass, and percussion
players. Membership is open to all students by audition.
The repertoire includes a variety of music, from original wind band
literature to lighter arrangements. During the year, the band
performs five concerts on campus. The band also takes a brief
tour at the end of spring semester. Concerts are free and open
to the public.
Contact: Alyson
E. Zeigler
Conductor: Dr. William
S. Ciabattari
Lycoming College History Club - Is open to all students and
has been established for the expressed purpose of spreading the love
and knowledge of all things historical.
President: Amanda Burt
Advisor: Dr. Cullen J. Chandler
Lycoming College Jazz Ensemble -
Provides an opportunity for students with an interest in playing,
learning, and performing jazz music, both instrumental and vocal.
Membership is open to all full-time students.
President: TBA
Advisor: Dr. William
S. Ciabattari
Political Science Club
- The purpose of the club is to encourage students' interest in the
discipline of political science by offering students an opportunity
to engage in politically related events.
President: Jordan S. Hollander Advisor: Dr. Jonathan Williamson
Pre-Health Society
- Provides post-graduate information and materials for health care
careers and sponsors lectures and social service programs pertaining
to all areas of the health care industry.
President: Catherine Shillington
Advisor: Dr. Edward G.
Gabriel
Pre-Law Society - Provides a
source of information to meet the needs of students who are
seriously considering legal careers.
President: Jordan Hollander
Advisor:
Dr. Johnathan Williamson
Psychology Club
- Encourages students' interest and scholarship in the field of
psychology.
President: Pamela Burke
Advisor:
Dr. Katherine G. Hill
Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) - This
organization helps students understand how the military operates
while teaching skills of leading and being led.
Contact: Major
Griffiths Advisor:
LTC Bob Oreskovic
570/577-1013
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S-Pennsylvania State Education Association - Encourages student
interest in the field of education, both on campus and in the
community education system.
President: Nicole M. Boardman
Advisor: Mrs. Amy M. Rogers
Society of Physics Students
- Advances and diffuses knowledge of the science of physics and its
application to human welfare by promoting educational activities for
students and recognizing students who have achieved high scholarship
in physics.
President: Ryan A. Grosso
Advisor: Dr. David G. Fisher
Sociology/Anthropology Society - Creates
opportunities for students to explore all aspects of sociology and
anthropology through guest lectures, career guidance, postgraduate
information, and social activities.
President: Brittany Underkofler
Advisor: TBA
Spanish Club
- Promotes the understanding of the cultural diversity of Spanish
speaking countries.
President: Rebecca L. Leid
Advisor: Dr. Sandra L. Kingery
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Honor Societies
Alpha Kappa Delta - Is an international organization dedicated
to promoting, facilitating, and recognizing academic scholarship as
an international sociology honor society.
Advisor: Dr. Susan M. Ross
Alpha Phi Sigma (Gamma Alpha Chapter) - Is the only
nationally-recognized honors society for criminal justice
majors. Criminal justice graduate programs and better
employers all recognize that membership in APS is restricted to
students who have achieved high standards in academics in criminal
justice. CJ majors and minors with a 3.0 GPA overall and 3.2
GPA in the major or minor are eligible to join.
Advisor: Dr. Susan M. Ross
Alpha Psi Omega
- Stimulates interest and provides rewards for participation in
theatre activities. Students are eligible to join after obtaining
"points" earned by contributing to the theatre program of
the College.
Advisor: Mr. Jerry D.
Allen
Beta Beta Beta
- Functions as an honor and professional society for students who
excel in the field of biological science. To join, students
must complete at least 3 courses in biological science with an
average "B" grade or better.
Advisor: Dr. Jeffrey D. Newman
Delta Mu Delta - Promotes higher scholarship in the field of
business administration and recognizes those who achieve it.
Advisor: Dr. Neil M. Boyd
Gamma Sigma Alpha (Alpha Gamma Chapter) - Promotes
intellectual interaction between Greek students and the academic
community. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.50 and
have completed 60 credits.
Advisor: Mr. Lawrence P.
Mannolini III
Gamma Sigma Epsilon - Honors students for scholastic
achievement in chemistry.
Advisor: Dr. Charles H. Mahler
Kappa Delta Pi - The Education Honor Society functions as a professional and honor society for students interested in the field of education.
Advisor: Mrs. Barbara E. Horn
Kappa Mu Epsilon - Honors students for scholastic achievement
in mathematics.
Advisor: Dr. Santhusht
S. deSilva
Kappa Pi - Kappa Pi is an international honorary fine art society dedicated to promoting artistic excellence at the collegiate level. The society bonds conscientious artists together to form a unit that is influential in the community and the world. Members of the Lycoming College Kappa Pi must have completed 12 semester credits in fine art, produce outstanding artwork, have an overall GPA of 3.0 and a GPA of a least 3.5 in art courses.
Advisor: Ms. B. Lynn Estomin
Lambda Pi Eta - Honors students for scholastic achievemnt in communications.
Advisor: Dr. Frederic Wild
Omicron Delta Epsilon - This economics honor society confers
distinction for high scholastic achievements in economics by
stimulating and promoting student interest in all aspects of
economics. Members must be economics majors/minors who have
junior status, completed twelve hours of economics, and maintained a
B average.
Advisor: Dr. Mehrdad
Madresehee
Phi Alpha Theta - Functions as an honor and professional
society for students majoring in history.
Advisor: Dr. Richard J. Morris
Phi Kappa Phi - The objective of this group is to promote
the pursuit of excellence in all fields of higher education and to
recognize outstanding achievement. Students who are Juniors must be in the upper 7.5% of the class, and Seniors must be in the upper 9% of the class.
Advisor: Dr. Stephen R. Griffith
Phi Sigma Iota - The Foreign Language Honor Society
recognizes scholastic achievement in foreign languages.
Advisor: Dr. Amy Cartal-Falk
Phi Sigma Tau - Honors students for scholastic
achievement in philosophy.
Advisor: Dr. Stephen R.
Griffith
Pi Gamma Mu - Confers distinction for scholastic achievement
in social sciences.
Advisor: TBA
Pi Sigma Alpha - Honors students for scholastic achievement
in political science.
Advisor: Dr. Jonathan L.
Williamson
Psi Chi - Encourages, stimulates, and maintains excellence
in the scholarship of psychology. Psychology majors or minors can
become members after completing eight semester hours of psychology
and achieving top 35% rank in their class.
Advisor: Dr. Sue A. Kelley
Sigma Iota Rho - Honors students for scholastic achievement in international studies.
Advisor: Dr. Robert H. Larson
Sigma Pi Sigma - Recognizes the
attainment of high scholarship and potential achievement in physics
among outstanding students.
Advisor: Dr. David G. Fisher
Sigma Tau Delta - This international English society strives to promote interest in literature and the English language by fostering creative and critical writing skills and conferring distinction for high achievement.
A candidate for membership must have a minimum of two college courses in English language or literature and hold a "B" average in those courses.
Advisor: Dr.
Andrew B. Leiter
Theta Alpha Kappa - Recognizes students for scholastic
achievement in the study of religion.
Advisor: Dr. Steven R.
Johnson
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