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Non-Discrimination Policy: It is the policy of Indian Hills Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age (employment), sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C §§ 1681 – 1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).
If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Alix McPherson, Associate Dean, Student Development, 525 Grandview Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501, (641) 683-5155, equity@indianhills.edu (students, faculty and staff); Noel Gorden, Executive Dean, Centerville Campus and Learning Services, 683-5174, learningservicesequity@indianhills.edu (students with disabilities); U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number (312) 730-1560, fax (312) 730- 1576.
Open to All:
All Indian Hills Community College Student Clubs are open to all current Indian Hills
students.
Note: Some clubs do enforce academic requirements to participate. See club descriptions
for requirements.
Club Scholarships:
IHCC Student Clubs are also able to reward scholarships to eligible deserving students. If you would like more information on how to apply for a Club Scholarship, please find the IHCC Club you would like to participate in below, and contact the Club Advisor.
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OTTUMWA CAMPUS
The object of Student Senate is to represent study body ideas and concerns through active leadership. Membership is open to all Indian Hills students and those students taking classes through a cooperative program. The Student Senate is charged with planning activities and programs to meet the diverse needs of the student population. As well, the Student Senate oversees the activities of all clubs recognized as active on the Indian Hills campus.
Club Advisor:
Alaina Porter, Director, Student Life
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5240 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5240
Email: Alaina.Porter@indianhills.edu
Arts and Sciences and Criminal Justice students with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher are encouraged to apply for admission to the honor society known as The Academy. Members have opportunities for Honors Courses, special events, and travel, as well as spending time with other highly motivated students. www.indianhills.edu/academy
Club Advisor:
Beverly Bethune, Instructor, Sociology
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1811 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1811
Email: Beverly.Bethune@indianhills.edu
Club Advisor:
Beverly Bethune, Instructor, Sociology
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1811 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1811
Email: Beverly.Bethune@indianhills.edu
The purpose of the LGBT Pride is to provide a safe, supportive environment for LGBT students, as well as heterosexual students who are in favor of gay rights. Specific goals of the LGBT Pride include educating the public on related social issues and providing a clear alternative to any and all covert and/or overt bigotry on campus or in the community. Membership is open to all enrolled students who identify themselves as homosexual, bisexual, or transgendered. Membership is also open to all students who are heterosexual but advocate the rights of the aforementioned minority groups.
Club Advisors:
Janene Sheldon, Instructor, Vocal Music and Piano
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1833 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1833
Email: Janene.Sheldon@indianhills.edu
Ray Slavens, Professor, English
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1843 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1843
Email: Ray.Slavens@indianhills.edu
The IHCC Aero Club’s intent is to provide opportunities for its members to explore the aviation world outside of school hours. Our mission is to expand the knowledge of aviation in ourselves and throughout the community by demonstrating safety and discovering new horizons in operation and maintenance.
Club Advisors:
Dan Brauhn, Instructor, Aviation Maintenance Technology
Indian Hills Community College
North Campus, 14383 College Ave. Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5125 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5125
Email: Richard.BrauhnII@indianhills.edu
The purpose of the Art club is to provide opportunities for students to experience various area of art. Specific goals of the Art Club are to create more interest in and understanding art and the visual and performing arts, assist students in establishment of occupational and creative goals, strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work, and encourage scholarship. The Art Club is an integral part of the instructional, visual and performing arts programs at Indian Hills.
Club Advisors:
Lisa M. Fritz, Instructor, Art
Indian Hills Community College
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1816 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1816
Email: Lisa.Fritz@indianhills.edu
The Automotive Tech Club promotes and engages in all technician educational services within this field of study. Members must be actively enrolled in the Automotive Technology program. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Andy Summers, Instructor, Automotive Technology
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1745 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1745
Email: Andy.Summers@indianhills.edu
The purpose of the Office Assistants is to be involved in the community and campus service. The Office Assistant club is to be advocates for the programs of Administrative Assistant and Accounting Assistant. To promote professionalism, retention and personal development among club members. Provide scholarships and encourage the academic success of peers.
Club Advisor:
Diane Darland, Instructor, Accounting
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-1751 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1751
Email: Diane.Darland@indianhills.edu
The CLS Club has been established to advocate the profession of laboratory sciences, as well as the IHCC Clinical Laboratory Sciences program, and the college as a whole. Its membership promotes professionalism, provides scholarship, and is involved in community service. The club promotes personal development, as well as encourages the academic success of its peers. Members must be enrolled in the Clinical Laboratory Sciences program. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Tiffany Anderson, Instructor, Clinical Laboratory Science Programs
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-4245 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 4245
Email: Tiffany.Anderson@indianhills.edu
The object of the CNS Club is to represent the membership’s ideas and interests through any extracurricular activities and to give each other support and knowledge from one another within the Computer Systems Networking and Security field. Memberships are open to students enrolled in the Computer Systems Networking and Security program. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Andy Alderson, Instructor, Computer Networks & Security
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111 ext. 1748 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1748
Email: Andy.Alderson@indianhills.edu
This club’s purpose is to enhance the computer student’s learning experience through such activities as corporate contact, competitive events and social functions. Membership is open to any student enrolled in one or more courses leading to a Computer Programming degree. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Kevin Throckmorton, Instructor, Computer Programmer/Analyst
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5120 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5120
Email: Kevin.Throckmorton@indianhills.edu
The objective of the Criminal Justice Club is to provide an outlet for the interests of students planning on a career in the field of law enforcement. The club instills a sense of professionalism and unity in its members. Members of the Criminal Justice Club must be enrolled in the Criminal Justice program. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Tim King, Program Director, Criminal Justice
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1839 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1839
Email: Tim.King@indianhills.edu
The purpose of the club is to develop leadership and organizational skills for its membership, promote pride in and awareness of the Culinary Arts as a profession, provide students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in a variety of culinary fields, and to motivate its members by allowing them to pursue areas of group interest in the Culinary Arts field. The club competes within the ACF and helps certify its membership with the ACF. All members must be associated with the Culinary Arts program. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Mark Fisher, Program Director, Culinary Arts
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5198 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5198
Email: Mark.Fisher@indianhills.edu
Club Advisor:
Jody Williams, RDH, BS, MA, Program Director, Dental Hygiene
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5120 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5120
Email: Jody.Williams@indianhills.edu
The Diesel Power Systems Club promotes and engages in technical and educational services of diesel power to provide an additional resource for its membership, in addition to recognition and support. Membership is open to students enrolled in the Diesel Power System program. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Austin Wilkinson, Instructor, Diesel Power Technology
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext.1759 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1759
Email: Austin.Wilkinson@indianhills.edu
The Disc Golf Club encourages members to be ambassadors for the sport of disc golf, which includes (a) learning and understanding the rules and etiquette of the sport, per the PDGA; (b) respecting the campus and its 18-hole course by abiding by the posted rules and picking up trash whenever possible; and (c) developing teamwork skills that foster a “community” mindset with regard to the sport. Membership is open to any student carrying a minimum of 6 credit hours. Scholarship funds are available.
The purpose of the IHCC Drama Club is to provide opportunities for students to experience various fields of drama. Specific goals are to create more interest in and understanding of drama and the visual/performing arts, assist students in the establishment of occupational and creative goals, strengthen the confidence of the students in themselves and their work, and encourage scholarship. Activities include field trips, sponsoring invited speakers, discussing recent dramatic events, and participating in ongoing projects established by members of the Drama Club. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisors:
Jennifer Boyenga, Program Director, Fine Arts
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1812 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1812
Email: Jennifer.Boyenga@indianhills.edu
Ray Slavens, Instructor, English/Drama
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1843 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1843
Email: Ray.Slavens@indianhills.edu
The objectives of the ECE Club are to be involved in community and campus service, advocate the profession of ECE, as well as the IHCC ECE program and the college as a whole, promote professionalism, provide scholarship, promote personal development, and encourage the academic success of peers. A member of the ECE Club must be a student enrolled in the ECE program. Scholarship funds are available.
Barbara Lisk, Program Director, Child Development Program
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5317 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5317
Email: Barbara.Lisk@indianhills.edu
The Education Club is an organization for future teachers enrolled in the Education Program and likeminded individuals. This club provides opportunities to network, focus on personal skills, volunteer and explore the field of teaching. Students will engage in activities that promote their abilities and talents. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Deb Vos, Program Director, Education
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111 ext. 1835 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1835
Email: Debra.Vos@indianhills.edu
The purpose of the EMS Club is to support emergency medical services in the IHCC regional area through development of public safety initiatives, enhancement of EMS resources, and the provision of educational opportunities with a high code of ethical standards among the EMS Club members. Membership is open to all EMS students. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisors:
Josh Hemminger, Program Director, Emergency Medical Services
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5122 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5122
Email: Josh.Hemminger@indianhills.edu
Ronda Lamb, Associate Professor, Emergency Medical Services
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1784 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1784
Email: Ronda.Lamb@indianhills.edu
Club meetings are the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 12:00PM-1:00PM. Enactus is an international organization
that brings together student, academic and business leaders who are committed to using
the power of entrepreneurial action to enable progress aro
und the world. Guided by faculty advisors and business experts, participating students
form teams on their campuses to create and implement community projects that empower
people to improve their quality of life and standard of living. The experience not
only transforms lives, it helps students develop the kind of talent and perspective
that are essential to
becoming effective, values-driven leaders.
Club Advisors:
Kim Dreaden, Program Director, North Campus
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111 ext. 1738 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1738
Email: Kimberly.Dreaden@indianhills.edu
Mary Clark, Instructor, Interactive Media Technology
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111 ext. 1742 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1742
Email: Mary.Clark@indianhills.edu
Club Advisor:
Andrew Ware, Coordinator, Networking Services
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5250 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5250
Email: Andrew.Ware@indianhills.edu
The purpose of the E-Tech Club is to be an additional resource for technical and educational services to improve its members’ expertise and to be a catalyst between employers and students. Its mission is to expand mechanisms to provide information regarding Electronic Engineering Technology and to provide recognition and support for E-Tech Club members. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Seth Richmond, Instructor, Electronic Engineering Technology
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1750 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1750
Email: Seth.Richmond@indianhills.edu
The objective of the International Student Organization is to promote cultural, spiritual, social and educational growth through diversity activities and volunteerism. The club’s mission is to provide opportunities to develop organizational and leadership skills, to coordinate campus wide events and activities that will add cultural appreciation to the Indian Hills experience, and to create associations with other students regardless of their background. Membership is open to all students at Indian Hills Community College. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisors:
Morgan McCleeary, Coordinator, International Affairs
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5755 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5755
Email: Morgan.McCleeary@indianhills.edu
The ensemble allows students to perform an exciting array of unique vocal and instrumental versions of jazz, rhythm, and blues, Latin and popular tunes. Much of the music for the group is arranged specifically for current members. Previous experience in jazz or improvisation is NOT a requirement. The band performs several times a year for various college and community functions. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
David Sharp, Instructor, Instrumental Music
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1836 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1836
Email: David.Sharp@indianhills.edu
The purpose of the Horticulture Club is to promote opportunities in the Landscape and Turfgrass industry along with providing educational activities engaging the community while staying current with trends in the industry. The club participates in activities and holds fundraisers throughout the year.
Club Advisor:
Neric Smith, Instructor, Landscape and Turfgrass Technology
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5194 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5194
Email: Neric.Smith@indianhills.edu
Club Advisor:
Tisha Pruiett, Academy Associate Professor, Health Sciences
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111 ext. 1853 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1853
Email: Tisha.Pruiett@indianhills.edu
The Laser Club is an additional resource for technical and educational services to improve members’ expertise and to be a catalyst between employers and students. Membership is open to students enrolled in the Laser program. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Michael Shay, Instructor, Lasers/Electro-Optics Technology
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1765 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1765
Email: Michael.Shay@indianhills.edu
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC)/IHCC Club is a student organization that supports an understanding for the Latino culture. The objective of this club is to encourage educational and cultural awareness, community leadership, and social skills. We encourage students from any other ethnic background to join the club. Students may explore voluntarism in campus and in the community. The emphases of this organization is Latino American issues.
Club Advisor:
Edith Cabrera-Tello, English Language Learning Center Coordinator
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5279 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5279
Email: Edith.Cabrera-Tello@indianhills.edu
New Life Campus Fellowship (NLCF) is an interdenominational student club focused on connecting students with one another as we seek God and serve the community together. We meet weekly for Bible study and periodically for community service activities. All students are welcome.
Club Advisor:
Janet Bick, Instructor, Psychology
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111 ext. 1865 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1865
Email: Janet.Bick@indianhills.edu
Members of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program are advocates of the profession of occupational therapy. The OTA Club will promote personal development, professionalism, provide scholarship and community service. The OTA Club is open to students enrolled in the OTA program. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Cherece Henry, Program Director, Occupational Therapy Assistant
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-4243 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 4243
Email: Cherece.Henry@indianhills.edu
Phi Theta Kappa is a nationally recognized honor society. Students are eligible for membership if they have completed 12 hours of course work leading to an associate degree program and have a GPA of 3.5 and above. A membership fee is required.
Club Advisor:
Heidi Peterson, Program Director, Science; Phi Theta Kappa
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1832 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1832
Email: Heidi.Peterson@indianhills.edu
Club Advisor:
Joy Lyle, Professor, English
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1824 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1824
Email: Joy.Lyle@indianhills.edu
Members of the Physical Therapy Assistant program are advocates of the profession of physical therapy. The PTA Club will promote personal development, professionalism, provide scholarship and community service. The PTA Club is open to students enrolled in the PTA program. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Caroline Peyrone, Program Director, Physical Therapist Assistant
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5271 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5271
Email: Caroline.Peyrone@indianhills.edu
The Renewable Energy Club was established to assist members with technical and educational resources to improve its members’ skills and to be a channel between employers and students. The mission of the club is to expand its members’ knowledge regarding Renewable Energy Technology and to provide recognition and support for Renewable Energy Club members. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
J.P. Jones, Instructor, Electronics & Automation Technology
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-4241 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 4241
Email: John-Paul.Jones@indianhills.edu
The Robotics/SkillsUSA club promotes professionalism and Robotics/Automation in the manufacturing field. The students experience hands-on activity, network with potential employers, compete in state and national contests, tour production facilities and attend presentations pertaining to cutting edge technology in the automation field. The club provides the means for its members to demonstrate the high caliber of knowledge gained at IHCC, thereby increasing their marketability to potential employers. Membership is open to enrolled students participating in the Robotics/Automation program. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Jacob Ridge, Instructor, Robotics/Automation Technology
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1754 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1754
Email: Jacob.Ridge@indianhills.edu
The purpose of the Science Club is to provide opportunities for students to experience various scientific fields including (but not limited to) astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology, physics, and medicine in both academic and industrial environments. Specific goals are to create more interest in and understanding of science, assist students in the establishment of occupational goals, strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work, and encourage scholarship. Activities include field trips, speakers, discussions of recent scientific papers, and ongoing research projects established by members of the Science Club. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Heidi Peterson, Program Director, Science; Phi Theta Kappa
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5111, ext. 1832 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 1832
Email: Heidi.Peterson@indianhills.edu
The objective of the Scrub Club is to advocate the profession of nursing, as well as the IHCC Nursing Program, and the college as a whole. They promote professionalism, provide scholarship, and are involved in community service. The Scrub Club promotes personal development, as well as encourages the academic success of peers. Members of the Scrub Club must be enrolled in the Nursing program. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Rebecca Ellingson, RN, MSN, Department Chair, Nursing
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5162 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5162
Email: Rebecca.Ellingson@indianhills.edu
The objective of the Skeleton Crew Club is to advocate the profession of Radiologic Technology, as well as the IHCC Radiologic Technology Program and the college as a whole. The club promotes professionalism, provides scholarship, and is involved in community service. The Skeleton Crew Club will promote personal development, as well as encourage the academic success of peers. Members must be enrolled in the Radiologic Technology program. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Tammy Delker, Program Director, Radiologic Technology
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5316 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5316
Email: Tammy.Delker@indianhills.edu
Amanda Beane, Clinical & Theory Instructor, Radiologic Technology
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5312 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5312
Email: Amanda.Beane@indianhills.edu
Our purpose is to raise awareness of oral health both on campus and within the community. We hold multiple fundraising events throughout the academic year plus the club participates in the Iowa Dental Association’s Annual Session, the American Dental Assistants Association and the Mission of Mercy wherever it is held in the State of Iowa each year.
Club Advisor:
Kim Brown, Instructor, Dental Assisting Program
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5308 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5308
Email: Kim.Brown@indianhills.edu
centerville CAMPUS
The object of Student Senate is to represent study body ideas and concerns through active leadership. Membership is open to all Indian Hills students and those students taking classes through a cooperative program. The Student Senate is charged with planning activities and programs to meet the diverse needs of the student population. As well, the Student Senate oversees the activities of all clubs recognized as active on the Indian Hills campus.
Club Advisor:
Bruce Dickerson, Instructor, History/ Student Senate Advisor
Indian Hills Community College
721 North 1st Street Centerville, Iowa 52544
Phone: (641) 856-2143, ext. 2219 or (800) 670-3641, ext. 2219
Email: Bruce.Dickerson@indianhills.edu
The purpose of the Ag Club is to promote sustainable agriculture opportunities and education for the community and to stay current of trends within the industry. The club participates in activities and holds fund-raisers throughout the year. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Brydon Kaster, Professor, Sustainable Agriculture & Entrepreneurship
Indian Hills Community College
721 North 1st Street Centerville, Iowa 52544
Phone: (641) 856-2143, ext. 2216 or (800) 670-3641, ext. 2216
Email: Brydon.Kaster@indianhills.edu
The purpose of the Science Club is to provide opportunities for students to experience various scientific fields including (but not limited to) astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology, physics, and medicine in both academic and industrial environments. Specific goals are to create more interest in and understanding of science, assist students in the establishment of occupational goals, strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work, and encourage scholarship. Activities include field trips, speakers, discussions of recent scientific papers, and ongoing research projects established by members of the Science Club. Scholarship funds are available.
Club Advisor:
Chad Gatlin, Instructor, Chemistry & Biology
Indian Hills Community College
721 North 1st Street Centerville, Iowa 52544
Phone: (641) 856-2143, ext. 2234 or (800) 670-3641, ext. 2234
Email: Chad.Gatlin@indianhills.edu
The objective of the Scrub Club is to advocate the profession of nursing, as well as the IHCC Nursing Program, and the college as a whole. They promote professionalism, provide scholarship, and are involved in community service. The Scrub Club promotes personal development, as well as encourages the academic success of peers. Members of the Scrub Club must be enrolled in the Nursing program. Scholarship funds are available.
Denise Bower, Academy Instructor, Health Occupations
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5272 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5272
Email: Denise.Bower@indianhills.edu