Campus Clubs

Campus life at Eastern Wyoming College supports a dynamic community of various people with different values, from different cultures, and lifestyles, and possessing different attitudes. All members of this community are encouraged to respect the individuality and life choices of the community members. We can learn from those around us as we encourage, respect, and tolerate our differences. Each person plays an important role in our residence halls and should be allowed to be a positive influence on others and Eastern Wyoming College.

To that end, there are several student organizations on campus and, as interest increases, new organizations may be formed. 

Student extracurricular involvement develops leadership, cooperative, and service skills, rounds out one’s education, and provides a much-needed constructive diversion from academic stresses. Every student is urged to become an active member of the student body. Faculty and staff advisors are assigned to each college-sponsored club or activity.

Student Organizations

Art Club

The EWC Art Club is an organization for students who love the visual arts, whether they have professional or amateur interests. The club works together to engage in and organize more extensive and intensive experiences in the visual arts. This group organizes enriching activities including field trips to museums and art communities, workshops, visiting artists, and collaboration with other creative disciplines.  There will be no priority established based on style, content, media, or individual interests in art; all interested students are welcome.

Club Advisor

Rodney Clause

rclause@ewc.wy.edu

(307)532-8291

 

Barbering Club

The Barbering Club is a student organization whose purpose is to educate the students at Eastern Wyoming College in barbering and community endeavors, while also developing personal, and professional behaviors.

Club Advisor
Amanda Lashley
alashley@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 532-8362

Block and Bridle Club

Block and Bridle Club is a nationally recognized organization offered at numerous junior colleges and universities. Many of the members are involved in animal science studies, but all students are encouraged to join. The club participates in events with other Block and Bridle Chapters, sponsors social activities, plans and participates in community service projects, and travels to educational seminars such as The Range Beef Cow Symposium. One advantage of joining Block and Bridle is that your membership transfers to any other school that you attend that participates in Block and Bridle.

Club Advisor
Georgia Younglove
gyounglove@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 532-8374

Campus Ventures

Campus Ventures is an interdenominational Christian ministry in South Dakota and Wyoming. Our motto is, “To figure out life and faith.” We do this through individual or small group mentoring—or discipling relationships among Christ followers. We do this in an effort to equip university students with Godly vision, character, and skills to prepare them for His Glory and service to the body of Christ. To learn more about Campus Venture click here.

Club Advisors
Brad Staman
bstaman@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 532-8206

Lisa Johnson
ljohnson@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 532-8304

Cosmetology Club

The Cosmetology Club is for the student enrolled in the Cosmetology curriculum and encourages leadership, unity, and advanced education. All Cosmetology Club members must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0. As a club, students attend educational field trips and are active in community services such as sponsoring food drives, donations for other organizations, and campus activities.

Club Advisors
Glenna Zwiebel
gzwiebel@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 532-8364

Donna Charron
dcharron@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 532-8363

Douglas Campus Student Association

The Douglas Campus Student Association (DCSA) is the governing agency of the EWC Douglas student body. Membership (at-large) includes all academic credit fee-paying students attending the Eastern Wyoming College Douglas Campus, as defined by the DCSA Charter. The DCSA Leadership Team, composed of elected officers and representatives acts as the executive and legislative body of the associated students of Eastern Wyoming College Douglas Campus. The leadership team officers are provided opportunities for leadership, service, and involvement. Officers for the current academic year are elected each Fall semester. The mission of the DCSA is to promote student awareness of self and environment, improve educational facilities and student environment, foster the recognition of rights and responsibilities of students to the College and the community, promote positive relationships and mutual understanding among and between students, faculty, staff, and administration, encourage the spirit of loyalty and respect for the College and its endeavors, and organize, promote and sponsor college functions, clubs and activities for students on the Douglas campus. The DCSA membership is involved in disbursement of student activity funds. All students are welcome to attend monthly meetings. This group is available only on the Douglas campus.

Drone Racing Club

Our drone club is for the tech enthusiast with an edge of competition.  From the novice to the experienced, all are welcome to join in.  We gather to engage in friendly competition with each other to build our skills to compete with other colleges in the area and encourage each other in camaraderie.  Pushing our drones and skills to the limits toward the skies.   Obstacle courses and precision flight contests give us challenges to overcome.

Most importantly, we have fun flying! FPV goggles and smiles on!

Club Advisor

Matt Scott

mscott@ewc.wy.edu

(307)532-2418

Gender & Sexuality Alliance

The Gender & Sexuality Alliance brings together  LGBTQIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered, Intersexual, Queer, Questioning) students and allies to have a voice on the EWC campus. This organization exists to raise awareness of  LGBTQIA+ individuals, their positions, issues and concerns; to provide social and educational resources and connections; to increase the visibility of  LGBTQIA+ persons and their allies; and to increase tolerance and work toward eliminating discrimination, prejudice and oppression. The GSA plans social and educational opportunities for all students. Membership is open to all students.

Club Advisor
Ellen Creagar
ecreagar@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 532-8345

Housing Council

The Housing Council is an informal group of on-campus residents who are interested in improving the quality of on-campus living. The basic functions of the Housing Council are to:

  1. Advise and implement, with approval of the Director of Residence Life, Executive Dean of Student Services, and the College Board of Trustees, policies, regulations, and procedures for the improvement of residence hall living.
  2. Coordinate housing activities.
  3. Maintain close two-way communication between the student residents and the College.
  4. Provide opportunities for the residents to participate in residence hall government.
  5. Evaluate environmental factors which influence the general welfare of residents.

Contact

Jim Rorabaugh

jrorabaugh@ewc.wy.edu

(307)532-8336

Intercollegiate Athletics

Eastern Wyoming College belongs to Region IX of the National Junior College Athletic Association. It is also a member of the Livestock Judging Coaches Association and the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association – Central Rocky Mountain Region. The intercollegiate competitive programs for women consist of: volleyball, basketball, cross country, golf, rodeo and Esports. The intercollegiate athletic programs for men consist of: basketball, golf, cross country, rodeo and Esports. Athletic scholarships/grants are available in all of these sports.

Contact

William (BJ) McCullum

wmccullum@ewc.wy.edu

(307)534-2422

Livestock Judging

The livestock judging team is a competitive organization with the goal of instilling decision-making, leadership, and public speaking skills in students that participate. The team attends contests and practices country-wide throughout the entirety of the school year. Sophomore team members have the opportunity to participate in national competitions including the National Western Stock Show, Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, American Royal, and the North American International Livestock Exposition. Members must maintain a 2.0 GPA, be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester, and attend all practices held.

 

Livestock Fitting and Showing Club

The Livestock Fitting and Showing Club is designed to increase students’ knowledge about the livestock show industry and to promote a higher scholastic standard and closer relationship among students interested in the show industry. The club helps support the EWC Show Team which follows the National Code of Show Ring Ethics.

Club Advisor

Dr. Georgia Younglove

gyounglove@ewc.wy.edu

(307)532-8374

Phi Theta Kappa

Phi Theta Kappa is an academic honor society that recognizes and promotes scholarship, leadership, and service. Full-time students who have attained a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA in twelve or more credit hours are eligible for membership. Phi Theta Kappa is the recognized academic honor society for community colleges. The EWC chapter began in 1989 and initiates new members in the Fall and Spring semesters.

Club Advisor

Debbie Ochsner

dochsner@ewc.wy.edu

307-532-8270

Rodeo Club

The Rodeo Club is designed to promote intercollegiate rodeo at Eastern Wyoming College. It supports an increased interest in rodeos and other Western activities, and helps establish a closer relationship among students interested in this activity. The rodeo team is a member of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association.

Club Advisor
Whit Peterson
wpeterson@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 532-8292

SkillsUSA/Welding & Machine Tool Division

EWC SkillsUSA- SkillsUSA is America’s proud champion of the skilled trades. We’re a student-led partnership of education and industry that’s building the future skilled workforce our nation depends on with graduates who are career ready, day one.  Students may participate in industry-related field trips, develop leadership skills, and community service, attend club-sponsored forums, and compete at state/national competitions/leadership activities, and social events. Activities are planned to enhance knowledge and awareness for all students involved.

Club Advisor

Stan Nicolls

snicolls@ewc.wy.edu

(307)532-8370

Student Ambassadors

The Student Ambassadors are a select group of students chosen for their positive attitudes and ability to share with others what makes EWC special. They are ambassadors of the College and represent it at many social and recruitment functions. They also provide tours of campus to prospective students and community members. Students interested should contact the Director for Enrollment Management or the Admissions Coordinator.

Club Advisor

Gail Bower
gbower@ewc.wy.edu
(307)532-8237

Student Nurses Association

EWC-SNA is a charter division of the National Student Nurses Association (NSNA) and the Wyoming Student Nurses Association (WySNA). These groups are all under the umbrella of the American Nurses Association (ANA), a group geared toward the advocacy of nursing and healthcare. EWC-SNA will focus on creating student nurse leaders in the classroom and community. To join, students must be accepted into the EWC nursing program. Responsibilities/events in the group include teaching in the community and fundraising events. This group is only available on the Douglas campus.

Club Advisors
Monica Teichert
mteichert@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 534-2999

Amber Salmon
asalmon@ewc.wy.edu

Kasey Powell
kpowell@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 624-7026

Jennifer Boxberger
jboxberger@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 534-2421

Student Senate

The Student Senate is the governing agency of the EWC student body. Membership includes every segment of the student body as defined by the Senate Constitution. Student Senators are provided opportunities for leadership, service, enhanced education, and involvement. Officers for the succeeding academic year are elected each Spring semester with other representation selected early in the Fall. The mission of the Senate is to provide an active, equitable, and welcoming atmosphere for Eastern Wyoming College students. The Senate membership is involved in disbursement of student activity funds. All students are welcome to attend regular Senate meetings.

Club Advisor
Tami Afdahl
tafdahl@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 532-8257

Tabletop Gaming Club

The purpose of said club is to enable students to engage in critical thinking and interpersonal communication while simultaneously providing many students an outlet for some fantastical fun, friendship, and camaraderie.

  • Provide opportunities for its members to think critically and engage in friendly interpersonal relationships.
  • Provide an entertaining pastime for a variety of students through acting, tactics, and shared storytelling experiences.
  • Teach individuals how to participate and start their own groups for tabletop gaming events far and wide.
  • Protect campus from imminent dragon attacks and similarly fantastical incursions.

Interim Club Advisor
Tami Afdahl
tafdahl@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 532-8257

Garrus Quincy Von Lebowitj, Percival Jones… the third! Paladin Protector of the Realm!
Auke Daane
adaane@ewc.wy.edu

Dungeonmaster Jr.
Mason Jones
mjones@ewc.wy.edu

Veterans Club

Through local and regional networking, the Eastern Wyoming College Veterans Club brings together veterans, their families, and student members to forge a path to achievement and success by connecting members to necessary resources.

Club Advisors

Sergio Mendez

smendez@ewc.wy.edu

(307)532-8288

Dr. LeAnn Smith

lsmith@ewc.wy.edu

(307)532-8339

Holly West

hwest@ewc.wy.edu

(307)532-8224

Veterinary Technology Club

The Veterinary Technology Club is designed to promote interest in the vocation of Veterinary Technology. Fundraising activities include operating concessions at EWC rodeos and sponsoring dog washes. Recreational and academic activities include community service events, picnics, and field trips. Field trips have included the National Western Stock Show and Rodeo, the Denver Zoo, the Denver Museum of Natural History, and veterinary conferences in places such as Orlando, FL, and Las Vegas, NV. Membership is open to all students who have an interest in veterinary medicine and animal care in general.

Club Advisor
Dr. Colleen Mitchell
cmitchell@ewc.wy.edu
(307) 532-8331