Student Leadership Organizations

WVSU Student Government Association

Student Government Office

212 University Union

304.766.3122

sga@wvstateu.edu

This is a central organization through which students promote the interest and welfare of the University community; promote cooperation with faculty and staff in regulation and promotion of student activities; assist with programs to further the development of a wholesome relationship between the administration and the student body.  All University students are automatically members of the organization.

The Leadership Institute

Mr. Coston Davis

304.766.5149

costondavis@wvstateu.edu

The purpose of The Leadership Institute Program is to place heavy emphasis on building tomorrow’s leaders today. By establishing the value of Leadership and its place in everyday life through education. Each member will go through levels of training, with the purpose being that each individual will gain understanding of the aspects and responsibility of an effective leader. We have a diverse group of participants that define the diversity of West Virginia State University. We have guest speakers, topic discussions, public speaking, community activities as well as campus activities. The first Friday of May is our annual Leadership Awards Luncheon.

Omicron Delta Kappa

Mr. Coston Davis

304.766.5149

costondavis@wvstateu.edu

The Purpose of The Omicron Delta Kappa Society is to recognize those who have attained a high standard of efficiency in collegiate activities and to inspire others to strive for conspicuous attainments along similar lines; to bring together the most representative students in all phases of collegiate life and thus to create an organization which will help to mold the sentiment of the institution on questions of local and intercollegiate interest; and to bring together members of the faculty and student body of the institution, as well as other Omicron Delta Kappa members, on a basis of mutual interest, understanding and helpfulness.

Student Activities Council

Ms. Shantel Hudgins

304.766.3107

shudgins@wvstateu.edu

Plans, promotes and evaluates recreational, educational and social activities for students.  We are the team behind the planning.  Volunteers are encouraged to join.

Student Organizations Council

Student Government Office

212 University Union

304.766.3122

sga@wvstateu.edu

As the governing body for all organizations, the council consists of a representative from each organization and helps promote good relations amongst themselves.

Religious Organizations

Illuminate

Rev. David Stockton

304.766.5159

stockton@wvstateu.edu

Illuminate is a Christian student organization which exists for the purpose of "lighting up" the campus with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.  As a ministry, its purpose is to encourage students to grow in their faith and provide an opportunity for Christian fellowship.

Campus Light Ministries

Rev. David Stockton

304.766.5159

stockton@wvstateu.edu

Campus Light Ministries is a Christian campus ministry established for the purpose of evangelizing the campus with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and providing a means for Christian growth and fellowship on the campus.  Campus Light also places a strong emphasis on the local church and encourages student involvement in local Bible-believing churches.

Art, Music & Theater Organizations

Charleston Stage Company (CSC)

www.charlestonstagecompany.com

Dr. David Wohl

304.766.5721

charlestonstagecompany@yahoo.com

A theatre performance group sponsored, in part, by the University.  The group performs at the WVSU Capitol Center and produces dramas, musicals, and comedies utilizing community and students as actors, designers & technicians.  Auditions are open to anyone and students are welcome to work both onstage and off.

Marching and Symphonic Band

Mr. Scott Woodard

304.766.3190

swoodar1@wvstateu.edu

This group performs at all home football games as well as several concerts during the year.  The group is comprised of both music majors and non-music majors.  Students receive one credit hour for participating in this activity.  Scholarships are available for complete tuition waiver. 

Motivational Organization of New Artists (MONA)

Ms. Molly Erlandson

304.766.3338

erlandms@wvstateu.edu

MONA exists to organize, promote, inform, support, educate, empower and enhance the image of the fine arts students of the Art Department at West Virginia State University.

Collegiate Music Educators National Conference (C-MENC)

Mr. Scott Woodard

304.766.3190

swoodar1@wvstateu.edu

Music allows us to celebrate and preserve our cultural heritages, and also to explore the realms of expression, imagination, and creation resulting in new knowledge. Therefore, every individual should be guaranteed the opportunity to learn music and to share in musical experiences.

The National Association for Music Education is to advance music education by encouraging the study and making of music by all.

WVSU Gospel Choir

Rev. David Stockton

304.766.5159

stockton@wvstateu.edu

Political Organizations

College Republicans

Dr. Gerald Beller

304.766.3045

beller@wvstateu.edu

A national organization for college and university students who support the Republican Party of the United States.  The organization is known as an active recruiting tool for the Republican Party and has produced many prominent Republican and conservative activists and introduced more party members to the Republican party than any other organization in the nation.

State Democrats

Dr. Gerald Beller

304.766.3045

beller@wvstateu.edu

The all encompassing purpose of the “State Democrats” shall be to practice and promote the ideas of Justice, Liberty, Equality, and Freedom that America was founded on.  Furthermore, that the observance of these customs is not to be dependent on concern of personal race, sex, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or national origin.  We shall pursue and preserve these ideas through support of the Democratic Party.

Media & Publications Organizations

Kanawha Review

Dr. Rob Wallace

304.766.4114

wallacer@wvstateu.edu

The Kanawha Review is an annual publication of the WVSU Office of Student Affairs.  Contributors to the magazine are students and former students of the University.  Selections are made by the student editors and by a faculty editor (who is from the English Department) and do not necessarily reflect the attitudes of the University.  The editors believe that a variety of styles, voices and views should be represented in the magazine.

Students are encouraged to submit their poems, fiction, essays, scripts, drawings and photographs to be considered for future issues.  Materials to be considered for publication should be brought or mailed to Dr. Rob Wallace, 207 Hill Hall.

The Yellow Jacket

Dr. Robin Broughton

304.766.3274

rboyd@wvstateu.edu

The student newspaper is published by and for students of WVSU.

Greek Organizations

Pan-Hellenic Council

Mr. Eric Jackson

304.766.5734

jacksone@wvstateu.edu

As the governing body for social/civic organizations, the council consists of a representative from each Greek organization and helps promote good relations among the Greeks.

Alpha Kappa Alpha

Mrs. Patricia Wilson

304.766.3312

wilsonpat@wvstateu.edu

Alpha Kappa Alpha seeks women who will promote and extend its policies and programs.  In return, the Sorority is a conduit through which individuals can grow and develop, personally and professionally, while simultaneously providing "Service to All Mankind."

Alpha Phi Alpha

Mr. Shannon Edwards

304.766.

edwardsl@wvstateu.edu

The first African-American inter-collegiate fraternity in the world, Alpha Phi Alpha strives to develop leadership through academic excellence, personal growth, and socialization.

Delta Sigma Theta

Mrs. Sheliah Payne

304.766.4139

paynesd@wvstateu.edu

This organization is designed to form a closer union among college women for the fostering of high ideals and moral, social, and intellectual life.

Iota Phi Theta

304.766.

@wvstateu.edu

Kappa Alpha Psi

304.766.

@wvstateu.edu

This fraternity encourages school and college attendance, promotes academic achievement, provides guidance for career selection, develops public policy, statement on issues affecting local as well as national concerns, and advances social action or self-help projects in the community.

Kappa Alpha Psi, Tau Chapter - Monument & Scholarships
Contact Mr. Vernon A. Bell
29180 W Woodall Drive
Solon, OH 44139-1133
Phone: 440-248-3378

Omega Psi Phi

Mr. Eric Jackson

304.766.5734

jacksone@wvstateu.edu

This fraternity aims to bring about a union of college men of similar high ideas of scholarship and manhood in order to stimulate the attainment of ideals and ambitions of its members.

Phi Beta Sigma

Dr. Orlando McMeans

304.766.4291

mcmeanso@wvstateu.edu

Ideals for this fraternity are centered on scholastic aptitude, scholarship, and development of self-worth.  Membership is extended by invitation.

Zeta Phi Beta

Mrs. Krystal Smith

304.766.5723

smithkr@wvstateu.edu

This sorority is designed to promote the cause of education by encouraging high standards of scholarship, uplifting worthwhile projects, and fostering the spirit of sisterly love.

Service Organizations

WVSU Ambassadors

Mrs. Kisstaman Epps

304.204.4025

kepps@wvstateu.edu

A select group of students is chosen each year to be goodwill ambassadors who serve to promote a positive image of the University.  These students are often asked to serve as ushers during commencement exercises and other special events and to conduct campus tours for University visitors.

Honorary Organizations

Alpha Delta Mu

Mrs. Rita Brown

304.766.3273

brownri@wvstateu.edu

The Alpha Delta Mu Nation Social Work Honor Society was chartered in April 1977.  Its purpose is to advance excellence in social work practice and to encourage, stimulate and maintain scholarship of the individual members in all fields, particularly in Social Work.  To be eligible for membership, a student must be a Social Work or Social Welfare major in a program that is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

Alpha Kappa Mu

Dr. Sonya Armstrong

304.766.3267

armstrso@wvstateu.edu

Membership in the national honor society is open to students in any field of study who have completed sixty hours.  Students must have attained an overall 3.30 GPA. 

Alpha Mu Gamma

Mrs. Rebecca Conner

304.766.3124

connerre@wvstateu.edu

Membership in the national collegiate foreign language honor society is open to students who have three grades of “A” or two “A’s” and one “B” in courses in the same language.  Applicants must have an overall 3.0 GPA.  International students who are non-native speakers of English may become members upon completion of one year of successful college work in English in the United States and who have attained an overall 3.0 GPA.  Faculty and Honorary Memberships are available.  The goals are to encourage interest in the study of foreign languages, literatures and civilizations; to strive for linguistic attainment, and to foster a sympathetic understanding of other peoples.

Alpha Phi Sigma

Mr. Samuel Swindell

304.766.3082

sswindell@wvstateu.edu

Membership in the national honor society in criminal justice is open to students who have completed 12 hours in Criminal Justice.  Students must have attained an overall 3.0 GPA with a 3.2 GPA in the Criminal Justice classes. 

Alpha Psi Omega

Mrs. Susan Marrash-Minnerly

304.766.5110

minnerly@wvstateu.edu

Alpha Psi Omega is a national theatre honor society. It is open to students who have a minimum GPA of 2.5, who have participated in theatre for at least two semesters, and who have earned a total of 75 points based on the national organization's point system. Points are accumulated in the areas of performance, production, dramaturgy, and /or playwriting. 

Beta Kappa Chi

Dr. Ernest Sekabunga

304.766.5132

sekabuej@wvstateu.edu

This is the scientific honor society.  Undergraduate students are eligible for membership if they rank in the upper fifth of their class; have completed at least 64 semester hours of course work (with at least seventeen (17) semester hours in one of the sciences recognized by BKX ); a GPA of at least B in the science area; and, a general college average of at least "B".   Graduate students are eligible if they have completed at least fifteen (15) semester hours in one of the sciences recognized by the Society with a GPA of  "A" in at least 1/3 of the hours and at least a "B" in the remaining 2/3 semester hours.

Delta Mu Delta

Mr. Mike Lewis

304.766.3058

lewis@wvstateu.edu

Membership in the international honor society in business administration is open to students who have completed sixty-five hours, 15 of which must be in Business Administration.  Students must have attained a 3.25 GPA and be recommended by a BA faculty member. 

Kappa Delta Pi

geocities.com/lambda_zeta_kappa

Dr. Emily Waugh

304.766.5192

ewaugh@wvstateu.edu

Membership in the international honor society in education is open to students who have completed fifty-five hours.  Students must have attained an overall 3.25 GPA. 

Lambda Iota Tau

Dr. David Wilson

304.766.4263

dwilson5@wvstateu.edu

Lambda Iota Tau is an international literary honor society.  Membership constitutes a reward for academic excellence.  To join, you must meet the following requirements:

Attained Junior standing (60 or more semester hours); achieved a minimum grade point average of 3.0; completed 15 semester hours of literature courses (writing courses such as English 101, 102, 112, & 204 don't count here) and have averaged at least 3.0 in the literature courses; and submitted to the Society's faculty advisors an acceptable "initiation" paper (research or critical) on a literary topic (usually this is one you've done in a course).

Omicron Delta Epsilon

Dr. Suvayan De

304.766.3095

sde@wvstateu.edu

Membership in the international economics honor society is open to students who have completed 12 hours in economics and have attained a 3.0 GPA. 

Phi Alpha Theta

Dr. Billy Joe Peyton

304.766.3235

peytonbj@wvstateu.edu

Membership in the international honor society in history is open to students who have completed at least 12 hours in history and maintain a 3.0 GPA. 

Phi Eta Sigma

Dr. James Spencer

304.766.3329

spencer@wvstateu.edu

Membership in the national college scholastic honor society is open to freshmen with a 3.5 GPA who enrolled in a four-year program. 

Phi Theta Kappa

Ms. Lynn Storrick

304.204.4024

lstorrick@wvsctc.edu

This society is designated as the official honor fraternity for two-year colleges.  Membership is open to any student who has completed 15 credit hours, is enrolled in a two-year degree program, and has earned a cumulative GPA of 3.5 of better.

Pi Sigma Alpha

Dr. Frank Vaughan

304.766.3046

fvaughan@wvstateu.edu

The national political science honor society is open to upper-class political science students with at least a 3.0 GPA. 

Pinnacle

Kellie Toledo

304.766.3262

toledoke@wvstateu.edu

The Pinnacle is an academic honor society for non-traditional students.  Membership allows students 25 years of age or older, the opportunity to participate in campus life by attending social events geared for older students and their families, participation in beneficial community projects, as well as recognition from a national honorary.  There is two levels of membership; Level One is general membership for those students seeking only a club supporting social events, whereas Level Two is the honorary requiring a grade point average of at least 3.00.  

Psi Chi

Dr. James Spencer

304.766.3349

spencer@wvstateu.edu

Membership in the national honor society in psychology is open to students who have completed at least three psychology classes and have earned a 3.0 GPA. 

Rho Phi Lambda

Ms. Patricia King

304.766.3232

kingpr@wvstateu.edu

The purpose of this honorary organization is to recognize superior recreation/parks/ leisure major students; to encourage the development of professional standards for the leisure field; to stimulate the personal development of individual members' professional growth in the leisure field; to cultivate, foster and promote a sentiment of amity among the students of the leisure profession; and to recognize those persons who have made outstanding contributions to the field of recreation/parks/leisure.

Sigma Phi Omega

Ms. Patricia Perdue

304.766.5737

pperdue3@wvsctc.edu

The national academic honor and professional society in gerontology, was established in 1980 to recognize excellence of those who study gerontology and aging and the outstanding service of professionals who work with or on behalf of older persons.

Sigma Tau Delta

Dr. David Wilson

304.766.4263

dwilson5@wvstateu.edu

Jessica Barnes-Pietruszynski

304.766.3073

jbarnesp@wvstateu.edu

ΣΤΔ is an international English honor society reflecting high achievement in language and literature, including writing.  To join, you must have:  Completed three semesters, with a minimum of two courses in English language or literature (beyond freshman composition); Maintained a B average; and Rank in the top 35% of your class.    

The National Broadcasting Society – Alpha Epsilon Rho

Mrs. Sherri Shafer

304.766.3382

sshafer1@wvstateu.edu

The honor society component of the National Broadcasting Society.  Undergraduate candidates (a) shall have completed at least the equivalent of three semesters of full-time college work, (b) shall not rank lower than the upper one third of their college class in overall scholarship, and (c) shall have completed at least three semester courses in communication, each of at least three credit hours or the equivalent, which may be credited toward a program emphasizing electronic media (including web/internet technologies and new media), broadcasting, mass communication, radio, television, cable, film or electronic media; communication major.  Graduate student candidates either (a) shall meet the requirements for undergraduate candidates, based upon their undergraduate records, or (b) shall have completed at least one year of graduate work, meeting departmental standards for satisfactory progress toward an advanced degree.

Who’s Who Among College Students In American Colleges & Universities

Mrs. Sheliah Payne

304.766.4139

paynesd@wvstateu.edu

Through our years of serving higher education, Who's Who Among Students exists as one of the most highly regarded and long-standing honors programs in the nation, having earned the over-whelming respect of college faculties and administrations.  For the students - the outstanding campus leaders of the year - national recognition by the Who's Who program marks a pinnacle of scholastic achievement.

Special Interests Organizations

American Association of Personnel Administrators

Mr. Mike Lewis

304.766.3058

lewis@wvstateu.edu

This organization is designed to promote sound management principles.

American Criminal Justice Association – Lambda Alpha Epsilon

Mr. Mark Addesa

304.766.3080

addesama@wvstateu.edu

Membership in the Association is composed of individuals employed in the criminal justice system or taking a course of study in criminal justice at an accredited college or university at the time the application is submitted.  The club is open to students with other majors besides Criminal Justice as well.

Amnesty International

Dr. Gerald Beller

304.766.3045

beller@wvstateu.edu

WVSU’s chapter of the largest Human Rights group in the world exists to give voice to victims of social injustice throughout America and the world.  Victims would otherwise have no avenue of redress.

Bridging the Gap

www.bridgingthegap-asl.webs.com

Dr. Brenda Wilson

304.766.3246

wilsonbr@wvstateu.edu

This student organization provides both the deaf and hearing a place to communicate through chats, films, workshops, seminars and community events.

C.R. Byrd Chapter – Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)

www.geocities.com/wvsuprssa/

Dr. Trevellya (Tee) Ford-Ahmed

304.766.3327

tfordahmed@wvstateu.edu

A pre-professional organization chartered in 1991 by the New York Office of the Public Relations Society of America to cultivate a mutually advantageous relationship between students and professional public relations practitioners.  It further aims to foster students' understanding of modern theories and procedures, to instill in them a professional attitude and to encourage them to adhere to the highest ideals of the practice of public relations.  Benefits include networking opportunities w/ professionals in the field, practical experience, monthly newspaper of the trade, national/regional conferences, workshops, internships and employment opportunities around the nation. 

Charles E. Jones Historical Society

Dr. Lois Lucas

304.766.3050

lucasml@wvstateu.edu

The C. E. Jones Historical Society is dedicated to History awareness and preservation.  We maintain close ties with the community by working together to preserve the past. With their help we are able to keep History alive.  The C. E. Historical Society is a nonprofit organization and supported by donations and fundraisers.  Our organization is student governed, and is located on the West Virginia State University Campus.

CHOICES Peer Educators

Ms. Robin Tabor

304.766.3168

taborro@wvstateu.edu

Includes an educational component and a series of activities that provide alternatives to alcohol abuse by college students.

Promotes responsible social norms that recognize the appropriateness of choices, including the choice not to drink. Emphasizes safe, responsible and legal drinking practices for those who choose to drink.

Incorporates the use of peer educators to bring alcohol education to students.

Incorporates the use of numerous media -- print, lecture and theatrical -- to send the message of awareness and prevention.

Daniel L. Ferguson Sociological Society

Ms. Gail Mosby

304.766.3047

gmosby@wvstateu.edu

The Daniel L. Ferguson Sociological Society is a student based social organization open to anyone with an interest in sociology. The Society is committed to promoting social tolerance, equality, and cultural understanding on all levels from the local to the international. The Society is constantly engaged in a number of community service and fun social activities.

Delta Nu Alpha (DNA)

Dr. Tim Ruhnke

304.766.3210 ruhnketr@wvstateu.edu

This is a social organization for lovers of the outdoors (animals, plants, environment, and nature.)  Members have opportunities to participate in varied activities, such as spelunking and canoeing.  This group performs community service on and off campus.  Membership is open to all students. 

English Club

Dr. David Wilson

304.766.4263

dwilson5@wvstateu.edu

Ethiopian Organization

Dr. James Natsis

304.766.4249

natsisja@wvstateu.edu

HHPLS Club

Ms. Patricia King

304.766.3232

kingpr@wvstateu.edu

This is an organization for those interested in Health, Human Performance, and Leisure Studies.

International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)

Mrs. Charlotte Finney

304.766.3023

finneycl@wvsctc.edu

IAAP is recognized by the business community on a global perspective as an organization that provides information, education and training.  IAAP offers the Certified Professional Secretary® (CPS) certification which provides opportunities for recognition, academic credit, and career advancement.  This student organization is open to all students who want to achieve recognized standards of excellence.

International Student Association

Dr. James Natsis

304.766.4249

natsisja@wvstateu.edu

The International Student Association is open to all students who are interested in international activities.

Math Club

Dr. Sonya Armstrong

304.766.3390

armstrso@wvstateu.edu

Minorities in Agriculture and Natural Resources Association (MANRA)

Dr. Jean Anaporte-Easton

304.766.3072

anaporte@wvstateu.edu

The purpose of this society shall be to provide a framework for the academic, professional and social development of minority students within the fields of Agriculture and related areas.  The national society for Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS) is the governing body.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)

Mr. Oree Banks

304.766.3231

obanks@wvstateu.edu

This organization strives to improve the political, educational, social, and economic status of minority groups; eliminate racial prejudice; and keep the public aware of the adverse effects of discrimination.  Membership is open to all students. 

NYANSA

Mr. Simuel Bowles

304.766.5144

bowlessa@wvstateu.edu

NYANSA (pronounced n-yon-sah) is the Ghanaian word for wisdom and knowledge.  Members of the organization believe that wisdom encompasses four areas:  Life choices (for progress), knowledge (for education), association or affiliation (positively begets positively), and individual growth (goal orientation and commitment).  The NYANSA organization stresses all phases of productivity, responsibility and independence.  With the conception of NYANSA have come numerous activities that contribute to the betterment of WVSU and the surrounding communities.

Peer Tutors

Mr. Tom McClure

304.766.3041 mcclure@wvstateu.edu

Tutoring for most subjects is available free of charge to any WVSU student.  The TAP Room, in 117 Wallace Hall, is open for walk-in math tutoring, and the Writing Center, in 304 Ferrell Hall, has writing tutors available throughout the week.

Philosophy Club

Dr. Tayoba Ngenge

304.766.3056

ngenge@wvstateu.edu

The purposes of the is organization are:  to search for wisdom through rational and other means; to enhance our academic performance; to hone our critical, conceptual, and expressive skills; and to further develop our effectiveness.

Pre-Alumni Organization

Mr. Philip Bright

304.766.3387

pbright@wvstateu.edu

This organization, open to all students, attempts to establish loyalty for WVSU, encourages participation in community service projects, encourages student retention, bridges the gap between student and alumni, and encourages high academic standards.

ROOTEd

Mrs. LaKeisha Barron-Brown

304.766.3084

lbarron@wvstateu.edu

ROOTEd (Respecting Ourselves and Others Through Education) is dedicated to facilitating respectful informed discussions about diversity in the United States with regards to power and privilege issues.  ROOTEd explores the commonalties and distinctions among the social and political treatment of different groups in society.

Sociology Club

Ms. Gail Mosby

304.766.3047

gmosby@wvstateu.edu

The Sociology Club is open to all sociology majors, minors and others interested in sociological theory, thought and social issues.  Sociology Club promotes empathy with the human condition locally and globally as well as community services for the well being of all without discrimination.

Straight and Gay Alliance (SAGA)

Mrs. LaKeisha Barron-Brown

304.766.3084

lbarron@wvstateu.edu

SAGA is a support, educational, outreach and campus-based organization determined to eradicate homophobia, racism, and sexism.  We encourage education about gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered (GLBT) issues through the visibility of our organization and the presence of our community.  We extend the opportunity to create alliances with other communities, as well.  Through these alliances we hope to create an extensive networking system to provide referrals and other social activities.  SAGA serves students, faculty, and staff regardless of sexual orientation.  We are a student operated and administered organization with guidance from the WVSU Student Affairs Office.

Student Nurses’ Association

Mr. Kent Wilson

304.204.4046

bwilson5@wvsctc.edu

The National Student Nurses' Association mentors the professional development of future nurses and facilitates their entrance into the profession by providing educational resources, leadership opportunities, and career guidance.

Student Social Work Organization

Dr. Raphael Mutepa

304.766.3234

musondam@wvstateu.edu

The SSWO's purpose is to stimulate interest in the field of social work within the University and community.

Women in Communications

Dr. Robin Broughton

304.766.3274

rboyd@wvstateu.edu

The Association for Women in Communications is a professional organization that champions the advancement of women across all communications disciplines by recognizing excellence, promoting leadership and positioning its members at the forefront of the evolving communications era.

WVSU Writer’s Club

Dr. Jean Anaporte-Easton

304.766.3072

anaporte@wvstateu.edu