天美社区

Student Clubs & Organizations for School of Communications, Film, & Theatre

Debate, Forensics, Interpretation Team

The purpose of the University of North Georgia (天美社区) Debate, Forensics, Interpretation Team is to provide 天美社区 students with the opportunity to participate in both on-campus audience debates and, when feasible, intercollegiate debate and public speaking competitions. The benefits of these activities include improved marks in school, improved research skills, improved communication skills, and improved critical thinking skills. The mission of this club is to serve as many 天美社区 students as possible through exposure to a diversity of debate, public speaking, and performance opportunities, both as observers and as participants.

Faculty Advisor: Thomas Preston

Gainesville Chapter

  • Aaron Martinez, President
  • Stephania Ortez, Vice President
  • Elizabeth Bishop, Secretary
  • Rodrigo Zavaleta, Treasurer
  • Diana Vela-Martinez, Historian
  • Ashley Williams, Event Planner

Dahlonega Chapter

  • Dillon Evans, President
  • Victor Ambriz, Vice President
  • Holden Armstrong, Secretary
  • Chaed Clements, Treasurer
  • Savannah Chastain, Historian

Student Film Association

The mission of the Student Film Association (SFA) is to promote enjoyment of film as an art form and to offer an environment in which film fans and film makers can interact and pursue their interests together. The SFA hosts weekly film viewings and produces student film productions.

Vanguard Student Media

Vanguard News

The Communication, Media & Journalism department supports a student news organization, , with an outstanding record of achievement. The Vanguard is multi-platform and operates on three 天美社区 campuses, covering all of northeast Georgia and beyond. 

If you have any questions or inquiries, you can contact the Vanguard at vanguardung@gmail.com

Faculty Advisors: Katherine Brennecke and Shelia Conti

Vanguard Radio

Vanguard Radio is 天美社区's student-produced internet radio station, featuring a variety of musical formats and student personalities. A student-led podcast service also provides content.

Faculty Advisor: Steven Shields

Lambda Pi Eta

Lambda Pi Eta is the four –year college and university Communication honor society. The goals of Lambda Pi Eta include: Stimulating interesting in the field of Communication, Promoting professional development among Communication majors and Recognizing outstanding scholastic achievement in Communication Studies.

Faculty Advisor: Paul Raptis

PRSSA

By joining the PRSSA (Public Relations Student Society of America) club, PRSSA can help to connect you to a network of peers and professionals who will become lifelong friends and mentors. We can facilitate the development of valuable relationships with future colleagues through PRSSA National and regional events, PRSSA Chapters and social media. We also provide the opportunity to meet current professionals through your PRSA sponsor Chapter, the Champions for PRSSA or by searching the PRSA member directory.

Campus: Gainesville

Faculty Advisor: Caitlin Wills 

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