Various clubs and organizations on the NMJC campus allow students opportunities to explore the various fields of professional and academic life, and in our quest to address student needs, new clubs are encouraged and welcomed. Students interested in starting a new club or organization are encouraged to visit with the Student Life Office for further guidance.
The following clubs are recognized by NMJC as active, productive groups, which have a positive impact throughout the campus community:
- Band Club
- Christian Challenge
- Dungeons & Dragons Club
- Film Club
- Greenhouse Club
- Mu Alpha Theta, Math Honor Society
- Nutrix Cras, Student Nurse Association
- Phi Theta Kappa, Scholastic Honor Society
- Residential Housing Association
- Student Ambassadors
- Student Government Association
- Skills USA
- Theatre Club
- Zeta Eta Chapter, of Alpha Delta Nu, Nursing Honor Society
For a description of the purpose and function of any of the above listed clubs, please contact the Student Life Office.
Student Organization Guidelines
As a pre-requisite to operation on campus, all clubs will be recognized by the College and will agree to abide by regulations of the Board and club rules issued by the administration. No club shall be established or allowed to operate which discriminates against employees or students in violation of state or federal law. Student clubs and organizations are required to designate a full-time staff or faculty member, as a sponsor.
Club Procedures
- Clubs and organizations must meet a minimum of three times each semester. The times and dates of these regular meetings must be determined at the beginning of each semester
- Clubs and organizations must provide a list of officers to the Student Life Office at the beginning of each academic year, and notify the office immediately if any change in officers occurs.
- Faculty/Staff advisors must attend all regularly scheduled club and organization meetings and events.
- Special events such as guest speakers, club or organization dinners, fundraisers, etc. must be scheduled at least one (1) month in advance. Requests for special events must be submitted to the Student Life Office one month prior to the event. The request form must have the signature of the Sponsor/Advisor.
- All events must have administrative approval prior to scheduling travel and activities or events.
- Meeting Space is available in the Ben Alexander Center Room 153. These should be coordinated with the Student Life Office. Special events (with authorization) may be held off-campus or in other areas of the campus and may count as one of your meetings.
- Student club and organization members are expected to adhere to the NMJC Student Code of Conduct and abide by all regulations found in the current student handbook.
- Club presidents are required to attend meetings/events and submit a written club report, including a list of students who attended, to the Student Life office after each meeting/event. If a club president cannot attend a meeting, a proxy from his/her club, preferably an officer must attend in his/her absence.
NOTE: If any club fails to comply with one or more of the aforementioned requirements, the Student Life office reserves the right to review and consider the revocation of club status for the next semester. No stipends will be paid for that semester.
Revocation of club status is defined as not being sanctioned by NMJC Student Life Office. At the end of the probation semester, the club status will be reconsidered and possibly reinstated.
Seven Hundred ($700) is allotted for club sponsors at the end of the Fall and Spring semesters. Clubs with two sponsors may have to share the stipend. A club must maintain a minimum average of five (5) student members in order to receive stipends.
All officially recognized student organizations sponsoring social functions, fundraisers, and/or volunteer activities, either on or off campus, MUST coordinate and register such functions with the Student Life Office. Student organizations and their sponsors are responsible for compliance with NMJC policies and regulations and all applicable state and federal laws. NMJC is judged by the actions of its students, on and off campus. Therefore, students will be responsible to College authorities for any questionable acts, regardless of where they are committed.
Fundraisers
Clubs may raise money for their Agency Account by doing fundraisers. All fundraisers must follow the following guidelines:
- All fundraisers must be approved by the Dean of Students by filling out a Special Events Form found online. The Dean of Students may consult with Legal, Advancement, Business Office or other involved departments when necessary.
- All raffles will be vetted through Advancement for approval because of the New Mexico Bingo and Raffle Act, N.M. STAT. ANN. § 60-2F-26 (1978) by the Dean of Students.
- Prizes for raffles must also be approved by the Dean of Students.
- Food sales as part of fundraising effort must adhere to all state and local laws. With regards to food sales, clubs should be aware that:
- Shelf stable foods (packaged candy, water, sodas, chips, etc.) are ideal for food sales; other items can be sold but may require additional permits and approvals.
- Clubs seeking to prepare and sell any food that is not shelf stable must obtain a Temporary Food Permit. (The concession stands on campus are ran through a separate permit.)
Student Government Association
The Student Government Association (SGA) is comprised of representatives elected annually by the student body. The SGA serves as the voice for students for many activities and policies. SGA members serve on committees and gain the opportunity to meet people seeking improvements for NMJC’s academic, social and cultural environment. The SGA discusses and studies issues pursuing the best interests of students that do not conflict with NMJC policies and regulations. The SGA may also represent NMJC at annual regional and national student government conventions. Your voice is important. Participation is open to any student enrolled at NMJC.
