Student Organizations:

[ ΑΨΩ ] [ PRSSA ] [ ΛΠΗ ] [ F&VS ] [ AWC ] [ SCJ ] [ Dance ]

Alpha Psi Omega (ΑΨΩ)

Alpha Psi Omega, a national honorary dramatic fraternity, has a major goal of stimulating interest in dramatic activities at Valdosta State University. The highly active, energetic members of our Rho Epsilon cast is proud to aid the VSU theatre program in student recruitment, production activities, community service, and fundraising.

Prospective members must gain points through participation in post-secondary theatrical productions.

• 30 percent of this participation must come from production staff work—stage manager, backstage running crew, usher, or house manager.20 percent must come from onstage performance.

• 50 percent may come from a combination of—acting, directing, technical positions, playwriting, choreography, musical conducting, or radio/TV performance.

Upon submitting materials demonstrating the satisfactory participation, he or she will be accepted as a pledge to the fraternity. Pledges are required to rehearse and perform the Greek alphabet and a work of Shakespeare of not less than fifteen lines (to be performed at the initiation ceremony). Upon successful completion of the initiation ceremony and payment of dues, the pledge will become a member of the Rho Epsilon cast.

For more information, contact Professor Jacque Wheeler, faculty advisor.

PRSSA

The Valdosta State University chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) was chartered in 1981. The North Florida Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) in Jacksonville sponsors this chapter. The Public Relations Student Society of America is a student organization that offers its members the opportunity to further their knowledge of the Public Relations field. There many opportunities that you can take part in if you become a member. You can apply for scholarships. PRSSA members also have the opportunity to travel. Many students have attended National Conventions, Conferences, and PR workshops. PRSSA can help you discover your potential as a PR professional and the chance to develop your resumé before you graduate.

PRSSA was founded in 1968 by the Public Relations Society of America to cultivate a mutually advantageous relationship between students and professional public relations practitioners. The Public Relations Student Society of America has earned the distinction of being the preeminent public relations student organization in the world. PRSSA has more than 5,000 students in 189 chapters nationwide.

Lambda Pi Eta (ΛΠΗ)

To join Lambda Pi Eta, the communication student honorary recognized by the National Communication Association, a Communication major must have completed 60 semester hours with a 3.0 GPA and a minimum of 18 hours in communication courses with a 3.25 GPA. Contact the Chapter Faculty Advisor, Dr. Ray Young of the Department of Communication Arts for more information.

The Film and Video Society (FVS)

In addition to hosting film screenings and discussions, the VSU FVS Chapter sponsors the Annual Valdosta Film Festival.

Association for Women in Communications VSU Chapter (AWC)

The Association for Women in Communications (VSU chapter) is the professional organization for women in the Communications fields that champions the advancement of women by recognizing excellence, and promoting leadership. Founded in 1909 as Theta Sigma Phi, AWC has evolved into a strong national network of communicators. AWC provides mentorship opportunities that are essential for personal and career growth. Disciplines represented within the association include: broadcast journalism, television and radio production, film, advertising, public relations, marketing, graphic design, multi-media design, photography and journalism. The list is continually growing as the profession expands.

The Society for Collegiate Journalists (SCJ)

Designed primarily for broadcast journalism students, the VSU SCJ Chapter consistently wins national awards for broadcast journalism excellence.

VSU Repertory Dance Club

Founded by Assistant Professor Catherine Schaeffer and the VSU Repertory Dancers in Fall 2003 this organization provides dance program support and community outreach in dance. Activities include educational field trips, master classes, community teaching opportunities and creative venues for students. Membership is open to any student interested in dance appreciation or in preparing for a career in dance.

It provides a touring experience on a professional level for participants and is the key to preparing dancers for life in the real world of dance and performance post graduation.

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