Student Clubs & Activities
Clubs and organizations on campus are as diverse as our student population, offering students the opportunity to program events, meet students with similar interests, or simply enjoy quality entertainment on and off campus.
If you are interested in joining a club or organization, simply contact the advisor listed for meeting dates and times. Or watch campus bulletin boards for meeting information. Campus events and activities are also posted on the College’s webpage at www.frederick.edu.
Adult Student Union
The Adult Student Union provides support, resources and fun to help busy adult students balance the demands of daily life. The club schedules both daytime and evening meetings. Any student attending FCC is invited to join. For more information, contact Sandy Cavalier at 301.846.2485.
Amnesty International
Amnesty International serves as a power base for individuals working to bring an end to the grave violations of people’s fundamental human rights. For more information, contact Ken Kerr at 301.846.2646.
Anime Club
Are you interested in making new friends, as well as learning about and watching anime? Then this is the club to join! We meet every Tuesday in the student lounge (room F107) from 2-4pm. For more information, contact Kristi Mills at 301.846.2488.
Athletic Programs
FCC students, faculty, and staff are welcome to use the Field House anytime there are no scheduled classes, athletic practices or events, or prearranged use by outside groups. For more information, contact Tom Jandovitz at 301.846.2501.
Black Student Union
The Black Student Union provides a forum for multicultural students who share a common or similar set of needs, beliefs, or life issues and serves as a support system providing assistance in areas that are currently not available in the College environment. For more information, contact Chad Adero at 301.846.2531.
Citizens for Humanity
Our mission is to bring awareness of global atrocities to the public eye. For more information, contact Kristi Mills at 301.846.2488..
Ceramics Club
If you enjoy pottery, this club is for you. Join us as we promote understanding, appreciation and learning the the Ceramic Arts. We will hold monthly meetings on the first Thursday of each month at in room F121. For more information, contact Joe Campbell at 301.846.2569.
Chess Club
Players of all skill levels are encouraged to join the club and tournaments are being planned for more competitive play. For more information, contact Kristi Mills at 301.846.2488.
College Democrats
The College Democrats hope to promote the Democratic political party and its candidates, as well as to raise awareness of the importance and responsibility to vote at election time. For more information, contact Ken Kerr at 301.846.2646.
College Republicans
The College Republicans hope to promote the Republican political party and its candidates, as well as to raise awareness of the importance and responsibility to vote at election time. For more information, contact Dave Hickman at 301.846.2550.
Contemporary Issues Forum
This club provides a forum for the FCC community to discuss current, pressing issues that face our world today. For more information, contact Michael Powell at 301.846.2571.
Creative Writing Club
The Creative Writing Club promotes the practice of creative writing, providing an open forum for members to share their writing with others, and encouraging new creative practices through writing activities. For more information, contact Mary Noel at 301.846.2609.
Dance Team
Interested in dancing and performing? The Dance Team is looking for students who enjoy dancing and having fun. For more information, contact Kristi Mills at 301.846.2488.
Education Club
The Education Club is open to all students who are preparing to become teachers. We take field trips, host guest speakers, show films, work on PRAXIS preparation skills, and develop programs around student-inspired activities. If you are interested in becoming an active member, contact Dr. Jill Schultz at 301.624.2800 with a short story about a teacher who helped you arrive where you are today.
Engineering Club
If you are interested in engineering or would like to become more aware of opportunities in the field of engineering contact Richard Gottfried at 301.846.2581.
FCC Theater
The campus drama group produces a lively season of plays in FCC’s Jack B. Kussmaul Theater. Open to students, staff, and alumni, the plays provide opportunities for acting, stagecraft, and all aspects of theater production. For more information, contact Tad Janes at 301.846.2515.
Fencing Club
The Fencing Club is open to any student who is interested in learning more about fencing. It is an opportunity for fencers to hone their skills and have a time in which to compete. For more information, contact Jan Sholes at 301.846.2503.
GLBT Student Union
The GLBT Student Union (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgendered) offers social and support services for gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgendered students, faculty, staff and heterosexual allies. For more information contact Michael Linnemann at mlinnemann@frederick.edu.
Honor Students Association
The Honors Student Association (HSA) is made up of students who enjoy ideas and discussion. For more information contact Bruce Thompson at 301.846.2535.
Horse Club
Are you a horse lover? Whether you own a horse, ride or just love horses, this new and emerging club is for you – no horse needed! For more information, contact Pam Hill at hillvalleyfarm@comcast.net.
Hype Squad
Interested in Hip Hop dance and music? The Hype Squad is looking for fun loving students to get involved. For more information contact Shelby Harris at 301.846.2594.
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship
The InterVarsity Christian Fellowship is an interdenominational group open to all students on campus. It provides an atmosphere for fellowship, Bible study, discussion, and prayer. For more information contact Pat Sumner at 301.846.2473.
Lonely Planet International Students Club
Lonely Planet provides an opportunity for students, as well as faculty and staff, to share their cultural identity and life experiences, or learn about those of others. For more information, contact Teresa Clark at 301.846.2558.
Make a Difference Club
This community service club provides FCC students the opportunity to make a difference and foster community building through volunteer and service. Members will focus on specific areas of need in the community by working closely with human service agencies, non-profit organizations, and civic clubs. Students will strengthen their leadership skills by engaging in public service. MAD projects, both direct service and advocacy, will be held on and off campus. For more information please contact Brenda Davis at 301.846.2540.
Math Club
The Math Club provides social and intellectual activities designed to introduce students to mathematics, and to offer a place and time for club members to broaden their knowledge of mathematics through the discussion of articles, books and challenging problems. For more information, contact Gary Hull at 301.846.2576.
On The Lawn Club
This club is for all those music lovers who enjoy playing music. Bring your instruments and join us as we play music on the lawn. For more information, contact Ted Taft at 301.846.2585.
Outdoor Adventure Club
For those who love the outdoors, FCC’s Outdoor Adventure Club offers exciting adventures in caving, climbing, camping, white water rafting, backpacking, and more. Trips are determined by student input. For more information contact Charlie Cottingham at 301.846.2577.
Paralegal Students Association
The purpose of the Paralegal Student Association is: To encourage the attainment of the Paralegal Associate in Science Degree or Paralegal Certificate by students; To provide a network for interaction between the students in the Paralegal Program, paralegals, and others in the legal field; To elevate the standards for paralegals; To explore opportunities available to provide for paralegal positions in the legal field; and to promote the interests and professionalism of paralegals. The PSA maintains a website that is useful for upcoming and current events and information. For more information contact Dr. Tracy Parker at 301.624.2819.
Phi Theta Kappa
The Phi Theta Kappa National Honors Society, with over 500 chapters in 48 states, the Canal Zone, and Puerto Rico, is the national honor scholastic fraternity for community colleges. Membership into the college’s Alpha Delta Sigma chapter is by invitation only. To be considered, students must have accumulated a minimum of 18 credit hours, achieved a GPA of 3.7 or better, and must be of good moral character, evidencing qualities of citizenship. Membership is official recognition of intellectual achievement throughout the student’s academic career and invites scholarship inquiry from some of our most popular transfer institutions. For more information, contact advisor Jeanni Winston-Muir at 301.846.2489.
Post-Secondary Agricultural Students Organization (PASO)
The Post-Secondary Agricultural Students Club, or PASO, is a group of students on campus who enjoys agriculture. For more information, contact Lisa Hildebrand at 301.846.2469.
Read My Hands
The purpose of the Read My Hands Club is to enhance the learning experience of all students involved in or interested in American Sign Language (ASL) and the American Sign Language Studies program; to provide ASL users with a way to represent Deaf Issues and Foster Deaf Awareness through support of campus activities; to provide practice opportunities and interaction with members of the Deaf Community, thus encouraging proficient use of the language as well as cultivating apprection and deep respect for Deaf culture. For voice callers, contact David Martin by video relay at 1.866.327.8877 and enter the phone number 301.624.2807. For VP or TTY call 301.624.2807 or send an email to readmyhands@frederick.edu.
Rotoract
Rotaract clubs are part of a global effort to bring peace and international understanding to the world. If you are interested in service, leadership and respect for rights of others contact Marty Crabbs at 301.846.2611.
Scraptivity-The Scrapbooking Club
Do you have an addiction to scapbooking? Join the club! Come find out how you can be part of the first club on campus dedicated to making scrapbooks! For more information, contact Brenda Davis at 301.846.2540.
Society of Film Appreciation (SOFA)
The Society of Film Appreciation (SOFA) is for film fanatics as well as casual moviegoers. The group plans on-campus and off-campus movie events, choosing from film genres of interest to them. For more information, contact Kelly Trigger at 301.846.2402.
Spanish Club
Hola! Improve your Spanish-speaking skills and learn more about the culture. For more infomation, contact Ana Maria Pinzon at 301.624.2843.
Student Government Association
The Student Government Association (SGA) is designed to represent student opinions on campus. SGA is the students’ voice on issues concerning campus life and a relay system of information between College committees and the general student body. For more information contact the SGA Vice President for Public Relations at 301.846.2650 or the advisor, Jeanni Winston-Muir at 301.846.2489.
Student Newspaper
The Commuter reports on campus and community issues and events. All students, regardless of level of experience, are welcome to join an energetic staff. For more information contact Bryan Hiatt at 301.846.2511 or The Commuter.
Student Program Board
The Student Program Board is the campus programming organization. If you enjoy planning trips and events, or would like to learn how to, then this club is for you! For more information contact Kristi Mills at 301.846.2488.
Swing Kids Club
Do you love to swing dance or want to learn how? No experience necessary! For more information, contact Christine Gaites at 301.846.2492.
Interested in starting a new club? Contact Kristi Mills at 301.846.2488 for a New Club Packet.
