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Clubs at JALC

Clubs at JALC

Nov 25 to Nov 30
Thanksgiving Break - No Classes
Nov 27
Suspended Operations - All Campus Offices are Closed
Nov 28
Thanksgiving Holiday
Nov 29
Suspended Operations - All Campus Offices are Closed
Dec 24
Suspended Operations - All Campus Offices are Closed

Listing of Clubs and Organizations

Organizations

Offer students a forum for forensics and oratory competition.

The band consists of volunteers from the student body and the community. The group plays at College and civic functions.

The orchestra consists of volunteers from the student body and the community. The group plays at College and civic functions.

Phi Theta Kappa is the official honor society for two-year colleges. PTK provides recognition for academic excellence as well as opportunity for intellectual enrichment, social activities, and service to the College and community. All students are welcome to join as provisional members, Full membership is by invitation for students who earn at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA after taking at least 12 credit hours. PTK was founded in 1918 and JALC’s chapter was chartered on January 25, 1970.

Officer Candidate Form (Word Document)
Provisional Membership Form

The Student Ambassadors are selected by the 11 in-district public high schools.  They represent their high schools as public figures for community involvement and student outreach when they begin attending John A. Logan College. Student Ambassadors are nominated by their high schools and selected by College staff.

Student Senate is the official student government of John A. Logan College. Student Senate represents the student body as the voice of the students. We work collaboratively with employees and administration to make a positive impact at the College for students. We also organize service projects that benefit the campus and larger community.

Student Senate Member Form
Student Senate Officer Candidate Form

The Volunteer is the digital-only student publication at John A. Logan College, created to showcase the work of students in journalism, media arts, and digital content creation. It provides a platform for students to engage in storytelling, media production, and marketing while honing their skills in writing, photography, and video. The publication covers a wide range of topics, including campus news, local events, student life, and broader cultural issues. As a hands-on learning experience, The Volunteer allows students to produce professional-grade content for their portfolios while contributing to the college’s media presence.

Clubs

This club is open to all students, from those involved in automotive studies, especially the Auto Collision Technology program, to anyone else interested in automotive. Fun, educational, social functions and off-campus trips are scheduled to help students learn about different jobs in the automotive industry. The club also organizes events and fundraisers such as car shows and auto raffles.

This club is open to all students from those involved in automotive studies, especially the Automotive Service Technology program to anyone else interested in automotive. Fun and educational social functions and off-campus trips are scheduled to help students learn about different jobs in the automotive industry. The club also organizes events and fundraisers such as car shows and auto raffles.

The Black Jack Disc Golf Club is a collection of students that enjoy beginner and recreational level disc golf. The club exists to share the enjoyment of the activity with all students, faculty, and staff that want to learn how to play and enjoy our beautiful campus Black Jack disc golf course.

Black Student Association is dedicated to encouraging a sense of belonging and enhancing the educational experience of the John A. Logan College black population. We value and facilitate members’ personal growth and academic success and strive for cross-cultural understanding and appreciation of all our diverse histories and experiences. Social functions and off-campus trips are scheduled annually.

Black Student Association Newsletter

  • Club Advisor: Toyin Fox
  • Office: C214
  • Phone: 985-2828 Ext. 8586
  • Email: toyin.fox@jalc.edu

Through the non-profit “Students for Life of America” organize meetings and fundraisers to raise awareness on the realities of abortion and to advocate for the protection of the unborn.

Compete in regional and national chess competitions.

Chi Alpha encourages faith in students by providing an environment where they can learn and grow in Christ.

Love Movies? Then Cinema Club is for you. Our club gives students the opportunity to watch and discuss some of the greatest movies ever made.

To provide all first-gen students and former “college bridge” students w/ opportunities to support each other and form lasting relationships as they work to thrive in college.

This club enables students enrolled in the Cosmetology Program to experience additional opportunities to further their knowledge in all areas of the beauty industry.

We hope to provide a space for people who enjoy playing tabletop role playing games or are wanting to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons and other similar games.

  • Club Co-Advisor: Devin Miller
  • Office: B215B
  • Phone: 618-985-2828 Ext. 8847
  • Email: devin.miller@jalc.edu

  • Club Co-Advisor: Patrick Cox
  • Office: C115
  • Phone: 618-985-2828 Ext. 8384
  • Email: patrick.cox@jalc.edu

This professional organization is involved in specific activities pertaining to the dental profession, such as attending dental conventions and making observations at dental schools and/or offices. The organization also strives to make its members better aware of the activities of the profession.

This club provides an opportunity outside of class for students to bond as a community of Designers. This is achieved through student driven design projects. Students will learn various production processes & participate in social activities within the JALC community.

This group promotes learning/skill development for education majors. It provides parallel experiences for students at different institutions.

This club fosters collegiality among students interested in agriculture and horticulture.

To Spread the gospel and to create a safe, caring environment for those who feel alone and want to find a purpose.

This club provides an opportunity outside of class labs and assignments for ELT students to become a stronger community of technologists. This is done through student driven projects, social activities, and various gaming opportunities.

To immerse JALC students within different languages and cultures/heritages, especially within the community. A welcoming space for everyone’s ethnicity/practices.

  • Club Advisor: Kemberly Pinto
  • Office: B205C
  • Phone: 618-985-2828 Ext. 8315
  • Email: kem.pinto@jalc.edu

To create and cultivate a diverse and welcoming environment for all people interested in playing Magic the Gathering.

To create an inclusive space where students can connect, share cultures and beliefs. Engage in activities such as education, community service and interfaith dialogue.

  • Club Co-Advisor: Rose Walker
  • Office: G218J
  • Phone: 618-985-2828 Ext. 8010
  • Email: rose.walker@jalc.edu

To continue the discussion of your favorite topics from Philosophy and Sociology Class.

Student Chapter-National Press Photographer’s Association. The club will educate students about the skills needed to become a successful photojournalist and photographer in an active learning environment.

This student organization exists to provide ample opportunities for involvement in practical applications of the concepts and principles of political science. This is accomplished by involvement in such activities as sponsoring campus political speakers, working in political campaigns, sponsoring voter registration drives, and traveling to the state and national capitols.

  • Club Advisor: Dr. Jane Bryant
  • Office: E229C
  • Phone: 985-2828 Ext. 8271
  • Email: jane.bryant@jalc.edu

To promote community for students a part of the LGBTQ+ community and foster connections.

To Build skills, friendships and seek opportunities to help/assist those on campus and our local communities.

This club explores various science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) activities and learning.

A welding club focuses on skill development, project collaboration, networking. safety, and community outreach.

Encourage progressive community organizing and provide political education to others. Work with the YDSA chapter at SIU as well as the Regional chapter to coordinate events more effectively and provide a more cohesive structure.