Student Organizations
Involvement in student organizations is an important part of college life. This involvement allows students the opportunity to meet peers with similar interests, develop leadership skills, and build a resume and network for employment after graduation. Listed below are Registered Student Organizations found in this college.
Association of Teacher Educators (ATE):
The Association of Teacher Educators was founded in 1920 and is the only national, individual membership organization devoted solely to the improvement of teacher education for both school and campus-based teacher educators. For more information and details on how to become a member of ATE, contact the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at 618-536-2441. Learn More
Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI):
ACEI is dedicated to the dual mission of promoting, 1) the rights, education and well-being of children from infancy through early adolescence, and 2) high standards of preparation and professional growth for educators. For more information, contact the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at 618-536-2441. Learn More
Business Education Students’ Organization (BESO):
The Business Education Students’ Organization is comprised of all students currently registered as business education majors or minors. For more information on BESO, contact the SIUC Department of Workforce Education and Development at 618-453-3321. Learn More
Chi Sigma Iota:
Chi Sigma Iota is the international honor society for counselors-in-training, counselor educators, and professional counselors. For more information contact Brett Zyromski, Assistant Professor, Educational Psychology & Special Education at 618-453-6918. Learn More
Delta Pi Epsilon:
Delta Pi Epsilon is a national honorary professional graduate society for men and women in business education. Please contact the SIUC Department of Workforce Education and Development at 618-453-3321. Learn More
 Educ8kdz advocates for the whole child within the global community. We are committed to the education of future early childhood educators through professional development and leadership. With respect to the diverse background and abilities of children, we promote developmentally appropriate practices within the classroom, the home, and the community. Learn More
Elementary Education Student Organization (EESO):
EESO is a student organization dedicated to providing professional opportunities for students through monthly meetings, evening programs on special topics, and involvement in professional conferences. For more information call 618-453-2441.
Eta Sigma Gamma (HED):
Eta Sigma Gamma is the national professional health education honorary. Its goals are to elevate the standards, ideals, competence, and ethics of professionally trained men and women in health education. For further information, contact the SIUC Department of Health Education and Recreation at 618-453-2777. Learn More
Illinois Education Association (IEA):
IEA is an association of 128,000 members composed of Illinois elementary and secondary teachers, higher education faculty and staff, educational support professionals, retired educators and college students preparing to become teachers. The IEA was founded in 1853 to serve the interest of public education in Illinois. The IEA became an affiliate of the National Education Association in 1857, an organization currently totaling 2.7 million teachers and school employees. The group offers benefits such as; liability insurance, state conferences, student scholarships, mini-resumes, professional publications, grants, mentoring programs and workshops. For more information visit www.ieanea.org or contact Dr. Jackie Cox in Wham 323B.
National Association of Black Social Workers:
The SIUC Chapter of the National Association of Black Social Workers became a registered student organization in March 2000. The organization is housed in the School of Social Work and the faculty advisor is Dr. Saliwe Kawewe. You may contact Dr. Kawewe at 618-453-2243.
National Student Speech, Language & Hearing Association (NSSLAH):
The National Student Speech, Language & Hearing Association was created because of students’ desire for closer affiliation with professionals in the discipline of human communication sciences and disorders. For further information on this organization, contact the SIUC Department of Communication Disorders and Sciences at 618-453-4301. Learn More
Omicron Tau Theta:
Omicron Tau Theta is an honor society for those interested in Vocational Education. For more information, contact the Department of Workforce Education and Development at 618-453-1949.
Organization of Multi-Ethnic Students in Education (OMESE):
The purpose of the Organization for Multi-Ethnic Students in Education (O.M.E.S.E.) is to promote communication among culturally diverse students in education and the SIUC staff and faculty. Further, OMESE shall serve as a networking tool for culturally diverse students in the field of education. Presently UNDER CONSTRUCTION! Please check back at a later date.
Phi Beta Lambda (WED):
Phi Beta Lambda is an association of student members preparing for careers in business. For more information you can contact SIUC Department of Workforce Education & Development at 618-453-3321 or to learn more.
Phi Delta Kappa:
Through membership in Phi Delta Kappa, you will receive services that come directly to you and will have access to other programs and services to use at your discretion. For further information, call 618-536-2441. Learn More
Physical Education Teachers and Coaches Organization (PETC):
PETCO is an organization for any students interested in teaching, coaching, or related area. For more information on PETCO, contact the SIUC Physical Education Department at 618-536-2431. Learn More
Pi Omega Pi:
Pi Omega Pi is an honor society for those interested in Business Teacher Education. For more information, contact the Department of Workforce Education and Development at 618-453-1949.
Social Work Student Alliance:
The Social Work Student Alliance is a group of students who grow together; experience new adventures together and make a difference in people’s lives. Membership forms can be obtained in the Social Work Advisement Office (Quigley, Room 3) or in the Social Work Student Lounge. You may also contact the Social Work Office at 618-435-1235 or to Learn more.
Student Council for Exceptional Children (SCEC):
The Council for Exceptional Children is the largest professional international organization for special educators serving students with disabilities. For further information, contact Dr. Regina Foley, Department of Educational Psychology and Special Education at 618-453-1819. Learn More
Student Leadership Program (SLP):
The SLP is for top students in the College of Education and Human Services. Selected students will serve as official representatives of SIUC and the College in public relations, student recruitment and retention programs and other outreach efforts. For more information, contact Natalie Branca at 618-453-6319 or e-mail to nbranca@siu.edu.
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Student Recreation Society:
The Student Recreation Society is a registered student organization serving both undergraduate and graduate students interested in pursuing a degree or career in the field of recreation. For more information, contact the SIUC Department of Health Education and Recreation at 618-453-2777. Learn More
Students in Student Affairs (SISA):
SISA is the student organization for the graduate students in the Department of Educational Administration and Higher Education at SIUC. For more information or a meeting schedule, contact Mike Murphy, SISA President, at 618-453-4434. Learn More |
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