Student Organizations
Discover life at Nashville State beyond the classroom. Enhance your college experience by meeting new people, participating in community service, and listening to a range of speakers. We’re proud to offer you a variety of honor, social, and academic clubs. Find what interests you, and if it’s not here yet - start a club!
Channel Your Passion
Find Where You Fit In: List of Clubs & Organizations
As the largest professional association of designers in the world, AIGA is committed to advancing the value and impact of design, both locally and globally, and working together to inspire, support and learn from each other, at every stage of our careers.
An AIGA student group is the single best link between student life and professional practice. Student members will:
· Gain access to leadership training and skills through their local chapter boards
· Connect directly with professional designers—both locally and nationally
· Have access to an enhanced profile page can help them network, promote work, and make
connections
Advisor: Pam Esposito
The Disc Golf Club works to build community through a love of disc. The group aims
to teach, play, and connect through sport.
Advisor: Dave Edgington
The Early Childhood Education club serves as a resource and a place for connection
for students studying and looking to pursue a career in early childhood education.
Advisor: Jennifer Goncalves
The Escoffier Society seeks to enhance student learning through the expansion of skills
taught in culinary classes, by participation in various community service events and
to further foster a sense of community within the student population.
Advisor: Patricia Marzella
Do you have plans to transfer to a local four-year college or university? Such as
Austin Peay, Middle Tennessee State University, Belmont University, or Tennessee State
University. Build your network by connecting with transfer representatives and meeting
other students intending to transfer. Attend social events, build school spirit, and
streamline your transfer process.
Advisor: Kelsey Johansen
Interested in environmental concerns, recycling, and renewable resources? Join Green Sleeves and give back by:
- teaching the local community about sustainability and being environmentally friendly.
- participating in eco-friendly community service projects.
For more information, check out the Green Sleeves Guide.
Advisor: Jessica Rabb
Highly motivated students are encouraged to apply for the Honors College Association.
Be a part of enrichment activities that enhance academic studies and support the ideals
of the Honors College.
Advisor: René Bataille
Business majors may be invited to join Kappa Beta Delta, an international honor society for business students. Be recognized for your scholarship, accomplishments, and developments in the world of business.
This is an invitation-only organization.
Advisor: David Adams
Are you part of the LGBTQ community or a really great ally? The LGBTQ Alliance strives to:
- promote LGBTQ rights.
- educate the public on sexual and gender orientation issues.
- provide a safe place for people of all sexual and gender orientations and identities to meet.
Join the alliance to feel a sense of community and meet others who care about you.
Advisor: Peter Lyon
Me 1st is an organization supporting first generation in college students by building opportunities for mentorship through coaching and by creating opportunities for cultural experiences, community connections, and a successful guide for first generation students.
Advisor: Gail Harris
Take part in the Music Society as we help you develop your musical abilities through
practice and community service. Feel supported and encouraged by our continuous learning
environment and share your passion for music.
Advisor: David Edgington
Members are invited to join the National Society of Leadership and Success. Enhance your leadership and interpersonal communication skills with our resources and engagement opportunities.
Find us on Facebook and National Society of Leadership and Success.
This is an invitation-only organization.
Advisors: Evelyn Hadley, Laura Moran, and Nicole Hubbs
Members are invited to join Phi Theta Kappa, an international college honors society. The NSCC chapter of PTK strives to promote student scholarship and community service.
This is an invitation-only organization.
Advisor: Don Turner
The Physics and Engineering club works to cultivate an interest in physics for Nashville
State students, by designing projects that demonstrate physical principles and hosting
discussions on topics related to physics.
Advisor: Bir Bohara
An opportunity for ping pong lovers to connect and compete around and away from the
ping pong table.
Advisor: Kelsey Johansen
Pursuing a degree in the field of science? Join the Science Student Association! Be a member to:
- promote awareness of science and science-related fields.
- attend guest lectures.
- participate in community service opportunities.
- take part in research conferences.
Advisor: Jeff Green
The SkillsUSA chapter seeks to empower its members to become world-class workers, leaders, and responsible American citizens. SkillsUSA regularly participates in state and regional competitions, leadership trainings, and display competency in trades and transferrable skills.
Advisor: Peter Ortner
Are you a writer, rapper, singer, or poet? Join Southern Word at NSCC. By taking part in our community, you’ll gain access to:
- workshops that focus on writing for a purpose in all fields of the written and spoken word.
- events that advance your skills and better the community.
- the NSCC Talent Showcase.
Advisor: Quincy Rhoads
Run for student government and serve the student body. Be the voice of the student
community to the college’s administration and make your voice heard. For more information,
go to Student Government or visit our office in the Student Services Building, Room S-114.
Advisor: Kelsey Johansen
Occupational therapy students are welcome to join SOTA. Become a member to access
peer support and community service opportunities.
Advisor: Cynthia Morgan
Surgical technology students are welcome to join STSO. Become a member to receive:
- additional academic support.
- experience that will boost your resume.
- community service opportunities.
Advisor: Van Bates
Engineering students are invited to join Tau Alpha Pi, a national honors society for those in the field of engineering technology. Be recognized for your high standards of scholarship and stand out from the rest.
This is an invitation-only organization.
Advisor: Rob Donaldson
Don't see something you like? Start your own organization!
Student Life will support you in creating your very own student organization and recruiting members. Student clubs are eligible to utilize student activity fee funding for club events.
- Recruit four student members
- Find a Faculty/Staff Advisor
- Utilize our template to write your own club constitution
