MCC-Longview
Campus Life and Leadership
Listed below are just a few of the activities we offer through the Campus Life & Leadership
office.
Please stop by to check out more of the activities we have to offer.
Contact:
816.604.2130
Campus Center, room 253.
Allied Health Club
The Allied Health Student Group brings together students interested in Allied Health
related careers (Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Pre-Med, Respiratory Therapist, Pharmacist,
etc.), with the purpose of making connections with students in these programs, colleges,
and other persons or places related to Allied Health professions.
For more information please contact our adviser Lavon Tonga.
Email: lavon.tonga@mcckc.edu
Office phone: 816.604.2544
Engineering Club
The purpose of the Engineering Club is to provide a supportive network of people for
students with an interest in engineering. The club will seek to both broaden the individuals’
critical thinking skills and sharpen the group’s team working abilities. The club
will also research the working community of existing engineers. For more information,
contact club advisor Nicole Pflum at 816-604-2343.
Gaming Club
The goal of the Gaming Club is to unite students with peers who enjoy the same games.
For more information contact club advisor Burke Maxted at 816-604-2257.
Gay Straight Alliance (GSA)
The Longview GSA brings lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ)
students and straight allies together to meet new people, hang out, and have fun in
a safe and supportive environment. We coordinate both social and educational programs
to foster a positive and realistic image of the LGBTQ community, and to ensure all
students at MCC-Longview experience a welcoming and affirming learning environment.
The GSA brings together students of different sexual and gender identities to fight
homophobia on campus and in the community. By raising awareness of different sexual
and gender identities, linking homophobia with other oppressions and advocating for
equal treatment for all students, our GSA will help create a school environment free
of homophobic, sexual, verbal and physical harassment For more information, students
should contact club advisor Julia Spence at
Latter-Day Saints Student Organization (LDSSA)
The LDSSA is an organization that meets weekly to engage in scripture study and social
interaction. Members of any faith or belief are welcome to join in our activities
and discussions. During the year, our organization will engage in lively group discussions,
in service projects and in social activities. If you are interested in joining LDSSA,
please contact club advisor, Lorrie Blake at 816-604-2630 or .
Longview Bible Study
For more information, students should contact the club advisor Keet Kopecky at
Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Theta Kappa is the international honor society of two-year colleges. Students
are invited to join after attaining an overall grade point average of 3.5 in 12 hours
of college credit, but may also participate in activities as provisional members until
they become eligible for membership. Active members have opportunities to develop
leadership skills, participate in academic enrichment activities, and develop friendships
with fellow Phi Theta Kappans from all over the country. Membership also qualifies
students for many transfer scholarships reserved for Phi Theta Kappans. Kappa Tau,
Longview’s chapter, is very active on campus and in the community and has won international
recognition for its members and projects. For more information, contact club advisors
Margaret Berter, at 816-604-2614 or Jan Rog at 816.604.2035 or . Visit the web site: http://mcckc.edu/longview/PTK/
Reentry Club
The Reentry Club is a group of the non-traditional students (23 years old or older)
that meet with each other as a support group. The club is designed to create an atmosphere
where students can network and support one another in their school/work/home life
combinations. The students enjoy fund raising, potlucks, pizza parties and community
outreach to programs such as Hope House. The club has collected donations for Hope
House to help stock their holiday store for the past 6 years so families can have
a wonderful Christmas Holiday. For more information about the club please stop by
the office, CC room 257. The office number for Hilare Walker at 816-604-2265 or or contact club advisor at 816.604.2218 or at 816.604.2215.
Skills USA
Preparing students for leadership in the world of work. Stressing the dignity of work,
American way of life, education, fair play, high moral and spiritual standards and
achieving satisfaction by good work. For more information, contact club advisor , at 816.604.2288, Jack Ireland at , or David Patience at 816.604.2064 or .
Student Ambassadors
MCC-Longview Student Ambassadors (LVSA)
LVSA is an opportunity for students to enhance their leadership talents and public
relations skills by participating in recruitment activities alongside the Admissions
office. LVSA members are highly regarded for their professionalism, leadership, and
unique perspective as an MCC student. These qualities are demonstrated through participation
in the following activities: taking prospective students on engaging campus tours;
presenting their positive experiences at an event; and working with faculty, staff,
students, and the community as an advocate for the exceptional educational opportunities
available at MCC-Longview.
If interested in joining LVSA, please complete an application, available in the MCC-Longview
Admissions Office (Campus Center building, Room 213) or use the online application. Interviews are conducted on an as-needed basis. For additional information, contact
the program advisor J. Keltner at 816-604-2236 or .
Student Government Association
Serving as the link between students and administration, Student Government works
in the best interest of the student body to address pertinent student needs and administrative
policies. They work to promote mutual understanding between students, faculty, and
the administration. Members are elected by the student body up and serve one academic-year
term. Applications for Student Government are accepted in the fall and spring semesters.
For more information, students should contact the club advisor Keet Kopecky at .
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