Are you looking for an organization to join? Let’s get you involved! Clubs and organizations at Isothermal Community College cultivate awareness and interest in many areas such as culture, student writing, professions, and several special interests. If you have an idea for a new organization, visit the Student Activities Office in the Student Center Lobby to make your idea a reality.
The Student Government Association (SGA) is a long-standing organization with Isothermal Community College that seeks to serve as the voice for Isothermal Students and channels communication between clubs, organizations, and College personnel. Students actively involved in the SGA learn leadership development skills, sharpen problem-solving and critical thinking, and contribute to creative endeavors.
Advisor: Laura Horbal Email: lhorbal@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-4196 Office: Student Center 18A
Learn more about how to get involved
The Anuran is the College's annual literary journal. It is designed as a published collection of poems and essays, the culmination of a yearly poetry and essay contest drawing on the talents of Isothermal and the surrounding communities.
Advisor: Erin Whelchel Email: ebalmer@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1617 Office: Administration 201F
Advisor: Matthew Humphries Email: mhumphries@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1620 Office: Administration 201H
The Book Club promotes literacy, critical thinking, culture and community for students and employees. Members are encouraged to engage in mature, thought- provoking conversations in a multi- disciplinary fashion.
Advisor: Jeremy Burris Email: jburris@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1467 Office: Administration 210B
The Cinematic Society of Isothermal seeks to promote filmmaking as a visual and sonic art form.
Students will explore elements of film, from pre- and post- production. CSI provides a nourishing and inclusive environment to create and enjoy their own films.
Advisor: Carolyn Young Email: cyoung@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1537 Office: Communications 146
The Dental Assisting Club provides students an opportunity to engage in school and community-wide dental healthcare, education and involvement.
Advisor: Stacey Jenkins Email: sjenkins@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-4440 Office: Polk Campus
The Computer Design and Photography Club provides space and time to foster computer design and photography as art, hobbies, and vocation. Members hone their skills, engage in community projects, and engage in social activities that create cohesion and networking.
Advisor: Zachary Freeman
Email: zfreeman@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1534
Office: Communications Building
The ECO club is dedicated to its mission of promoting a sense of community through exploration of the natural sciences, environmental stewardship, and exploration and experiencing the natural resources of the local area.
If you enjoy spending time outdoors and want to help ensure others are able to as well, contact the advisor(s) below for more information.
Advisor: Meredith Byers
Email: mbyers@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1575
Office: Student Center, PED Suite, Office 20D
Advisor: Zachary Freeman
Email: zfreeman@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1534
Office: Communication
The Foothills Nursing Consortium provides programs representative of fundamental and current professional interests and concerns and to aid in the development of the whole person, their professional role, and their responsibility for the health care of people from all walks of life.
Advisor: Marian Price Email: mprice@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1769 Office: Rutherford Learning Center
Formerly Phi Beta Lambda Business Society
Phi Beta Lambda is a non-profit educational association and membership is open to any student enrolled in a business or business-related field.
Advisor: Rebecca Haney Email: rhaney@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1305 Office: Business Sciences 103
Advisor: Katlin Mitchell Email: kmitchell@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1423 Office: Business Sciences
The Isothermal Gaming and Robotics Club allows those interested in modern technological advancements in the rapidly evolving game and robotics industries to network, share, and participate in activities indicative to the nature of the industry. Members share ideas, network with others who have a shared interest, and experience, assess, and evaluate innovative and evolving trends and technologies.
Advisor: Dana Anderson Email: danderson@isothermal.edu Phone: 828-395-1523 Office: Business Sciences 104
The Human Services Club seeks to provide opportunities for students to share their talents, leadership skills, and passions by addressing relevant issues affecting the campus and community. These opportunities are open to students in any major who share a passion for human services, and to all students who attend Isothermal Community College whether it be in person or online.
Advisor: Kim Snyder Email: ksnyder@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-4165
Office: Health and Public Services Building Room 1E
The Intramural Sports program gives all students an opportunity to engage in various programs of physical activity, such as basketball, softball, tennis, golf, badminton, volleyball and swimming.
Advisor: Kenneth Hines Email: khines@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-4232 Office: Student Center Lobby/Gym
The National Technical Honor Society recognizes achievement in career and technical education.
Advisor: Tiffany Cooper Email: tcooper@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1638 Office: Business Sciences 110
Advisor: Sarah Kilgo Email: skilgo@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1526 Office: Business Sciences 123
Peer 2 Peer 2 assists college students by helping them to discover their life ambition. P2P2 provides the supports and tools that students need to achieve their academic and career goals, in order to build leaders who make a better world. The P2P2 also supports the efforts of the Peer Mentoring Program (P2P).
Advisor: Loreen Smith lsmith@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1461 Office: Administration 201D
Advisor: Alyssa Flemming aflemming@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1461 Office: Administration 201D
Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society for junior colleges recognizes students of top academic standing.
Advisor: Erin Balmer Email: ebalmer@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1617 Office: Administration 201F
The Gender Sexuality Alliance provides a safe space for LGBTQIA+ students, advocates, and allies to discuss current topics, obtain access to resources, educate campus and community, provide an enriched sense of community, and engage in educational, cultural, and social programming.
Advisor: Lauren Hanson Email: lstreet@isothermal.edu Phone: 828-395-4193 Office: Student Center, Student Services Suite
Advisor: Sandra Lackner Email: slackner@isothermal.edu Phone: 828-395-1429 Office: Student Center, Student Services Suite
The Student Practical Nurses' Club promotes a professional and social atmosphere for students in the LPN program and also to enhance character and professionalism in men and women.
Advisor: Carole Koehler Email: ckoehler@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1647 Office: Rutherford Learning Center
The Leadership Academy is devoted to developing and enhancing leadership skills through training and exposure from top business leaders, behind-the-scenes tours with executives in several industries and enterprise sectors, and exercises and activities to strengthen the leader within each student.
Advisor: Mark Franklin Email: mfranklin@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1677 Office: The Foundation
Twin Phoenix provides a safe environment for students to practice and improve their taekwondo skills.
Advisor: Mike Lipkin Email: mlipkin@isothermal.edu Phone: 828-395-1742 Office: Administration 132
The National Society of Leadership and Success is the largest national leadership organization of its kind. Isothermal Community College’s chapter helps students achieve personal growth, career success, and empowers members to have a positive impact in their communities.
Advisor: Katie Canipe Email: kcanpie@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1763 Office: The Foundation
Advisor: Jennifer Dale Email: jdale@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1098 Office: Polk Campus
Learn more about how to get involved with NSLS
The Uncommon Leaders Club empowers, supports, and emboldens men of color to establish strong foundations for success as they work toward achieving their academic, personal, and professional goals by building upon achievements, utilizing campus/community resources, and expanding encouraging relationships.
Advisor: Kenneth Hines Email: khines@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395- 4232 Office: Student Center Lobby/Gym
Advisor: Sandra Lackner Email: slackner@isothermal.edu
Phone: 828-395-1429 Office: Student Center, Student Services Suite
* Denotes chartered club status, which indicates eligibility to receive funding from the Student Government Association.
Note: Some clubs may provide alternative options for engagement, such as remote or hybrid meetings during COVID-impacted semesters. All clubs are encouraged to provide meeting formats and forums that allow for on-campus and online involvement.