Student Organizations
Delta College students are encouraged to explore new horizons for learning and personal growth. Delta organizes numerous activities and oversees various student groups that can help students meet people with similar interests and discover a new world of opportunity. For more information about student organizations, please contact Student Engagement in A-003, by calling (989) 686-9865, or via email at campuslife@delta.edu.
American Marketing Association Collegiate Chapter
Delta College’s American Marketing Association (AMA) collegiate chapter provides practical and professional marketing experiences for students enhancing knowledge, networking, and leadership skills.
Co-Advisors: Dawn Fairchild (dawnfairchild@delta.edu) & Jason Lijewski (jasonlijewski@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Adam Chiotti (adamchiotti@delta.edu)
ASL Club
The American Sign Language Club’s mission is to encourage students to obtain an enhanced understanding of the Deaf culture and to support and motivate club members to fulfill their personal Sign Language goals, all in the effort to heighten the awareness of ASL at Delta College.
Co-Advisors: Paul Bowen (paulbowen@delta.edu) & Trent Wade (trentwade@delta.edu)
Group Leaders: Emily Conden (emilyconden@delta.edu)
Biology Club (formerly the Environmental Club)
The group’s mission is to engage in activities to further their own knowledge of the environment, to explore the wonders of the environment and pass that knowledge on to others so that they may also enjoy and respect the world around us.
Co-Advisors: Wendy Baker (wjbaker@delta.edu) & Jay VanHouten (jwvanhou@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Jared Mowbray (jaredmowbray@delta.edu)
Black Student Union
The mission of the Black Student Union is to promote and foster a healthy support system that will enhance effective communication and networking among Delta College students.
Advisor: Sylvia George (slgeorge@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Louis Thomas (louisthomas@delta.edu)
Bowling Club
The group’s mission is to be a competitive bowling team that follows NJCAA guidelines to better promote collegiate bowling and Delta College both in the region and nation.
Advisor: Mike Wiltse (michaelwiltse@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Joe Leiner (josephleiner@delta.edu)
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Team
The Delta College Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Club provides a fun and versatile way to practice and improve upon this ever-expanding form of martial arts.
Advisor: Casey Cornelius (caseycornelius@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Carl Rabideau (carlrabideau@delta.edu)
Chemistry Geek Squad
The mission of the Chemistry Geek Squad is to expose students to the many aspects of chemistry, to help students from all different levels by having peer learning opportunities, and to do “hands on” activities to gain further experience with chemical concepts.
Advisor: Bernadette Harkness (bernadetteharkness@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Stepfanie Stratton (stepfaniestratton@delta.edu)
Chez les Napoleons (French Club)
The goal of Chez les Napoleons is to meet and discuss French culture in general and is open to anyone with an interest to share ideas and experiences.
Co-Advisors: Ann de Corte (anndecorte@delta.edu) & Maria Sablo-Yates (mariasabloyates@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Jennifer Andersen (jenniferandersen@delta.edu)
Collegiate DECA
Collegiate DECA is a student driven organization that values competence, innovation, integrity, and teamwork. Their mission to prepare students for careers in the business world by integrating skills learned in the classroom into real world experiences.
Co-Advisors: Greg Hubner (gregoryhubner@delta.edu) & Lori Ziolkowski (loriziolski@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Laykyn Owczarzak (laykynowczarzak@delta.edu)
Delta College Club Hockey Team
The mission of the Delta College Hockey Club is to provide an opportunity for Delta students to play and experience college hockey at its best by competing in the Mid-West Hockey Conference and by being a member of the American Collegiate Hockey Association.
Co-Advisors: Paula Cornell (paulacornell@delta.edu) & Jay VanHouten (jwvanhou@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Ben McParlan (benmcparlan@delta.edu)
Delta College Dental Assisting Student Society
The mission of the Dental Assisting Student Society is to promote the students’ own dental education and to promote oral health care to the community.
Advisor: Pam Smith (pamelasmith@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Rachel Andersen-Parker (rachelandersenparker@delta.edu)
Delta College Student Nurse Association (DCSNA)
The Delta College Student Nurse Association (DCSNA) is available to students who are currently in their nursing clinical. DCSNA provides students with opportunities to serve the student body as well as the community.
Advisor: Wanda ZenZen (wandazenzen@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Jessica Hugo (jessicakryszak@delta.edu)
Heritage Group
The mission of this organization is to promote and support students of all cultural backgrounds, to assist with academic and community growth, and to develop leadership and professional/personal excellence among students.
Advisor: Linda Holoman (lindaholoman@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Brittney Richardson (brittneyrichardson@delta.edu)
Honors Leadership Board
The Honors Program exists to provide a challenge inside the classroom; the Leadership Board exists to provide service and leadership challenges outside the classroom.
Advisor: Julia Fogarty (jtfogart@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Stephanie Olson (stephanieolson@delta.edu)
Humane Society of Delta College
The mission of the Humane Society of Delta College is the prevention of animal cruelty, the relief of suffering among animals, and the extension of humane education through Delta College students.
Advisor: Sarah Wiley (sewile@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Josh Whicker (joshuawhicker@delta.edu)
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship
The vision of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is to see students and faculty transformed, campuses renewed, and world changers developed. They strive to accomplish their mission through service to the Delta community and a series of small groups including Bible studies, prayer groups, and worship teams such as the Magni-Phi Gospel Choir.
Advisor: Eric Wiesenauer (ericwiesenauer@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Jeremy Sheppard (jeremysheppard@delta.edu)
LEAD (Leadership, Engagement, Action, Development)
LEAD strives to complement academic studies and enhance the overall educational experience of all students through their development in, exposure to, and participation in social, cultural, governmental, leadership, teambuilding, and recreational programs.
Co-Advisors: Andrea Ursuy (alnadols@delta.edu) & Wendy Kraynak (wskrayna@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Josh Trader (joshuatrader@delta.edu)
Peace Club
The Peace Club at Delta College is a place for interested students to discuss issues of peace and conflict in our communities, our nation, and our world.
Advisor: Jeff Dykhuizen (jeffdykhuizen@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Jeri Gravlin (jerigravlin@delta.edu)
Phi Theta Kappa- Xi Delta Chapter
The purpose of this honor society for two-year colleges is to recognize and encourage scholarship among students, to provide opportunities for leadership and service, and for stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence.
Advisor: Jeff Sorrels (jeffreysorrels@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Jacquelyn Baker (jacquelynbaker@delta.edu)
PTA Club
The mission of the Physical Therapy Assistants Club is to create an atmosphere that promotes a boundless learning environment for PTA students to continue their education and a culture of giving back to the community.
Advisor: Mike Spitz (amspitz@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Bradley Webster (bradleywebster@delta.edu)
Society of Hispanic Leaders
The mission of SOHL is to promote and support the development of education, as well as implementing culture through programs and services offered to Hispanic students at Delta College and in the community.
Advisor: Ray Gutierrez (rmgutier@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Theo Ontiveroz (theodoreontiveroz@delta.edu)
Student Senate
The Student Senators represent the students to the Delta College Senate and facilitate communication between Delta students and the Senate.
Co-Advisors: Lisa Lawrason (lisalawrason@delta.edu) & Bob Moore (robertmoore@delta.edu)
Student Senators: Martin Card (martincard@delta.edu), Logan Harvey (loganharvey@delta.edu), Shirley Reid (shirleyreid@delta.edu), & Andrew Rupp (andrewrupp@delta.edu)
Students for Sustainability
The mission of Students for Sustainability is to promote and foster activities that further the understanding of the connection between people, planet, and profit, and to integrate sustainability into the campus culture.
Advisor: Linda Petee (lindapetee@delta.edu)
Group Leaders: Megan LeBuda (meganlebuda@delta.edu) and Julia Geiger (juliageiger@delta.edu)
Unison
Unison is an organization that will amplify the voice of the LGBT community here at Delta College and will help to create education and awareness for the campus community.
Advisor: Lauren Smith (laurensmith3@delta.edu)
Group Leader: Michael Flores (michaelflores@delta.edu)