There are 60 ways to get involved at Jackson State

William Kelly
Staff Writer

There are 60 ways to get involved and leave your legacy at Jackson State University. On Sept. 24, approximately 49 of these organizations could be found on the Gibbs-Green Pedestrian Walkway during the annual Clubs and Organizations Fair.

With festive music, decorated tables, and enthusiastic club members, the carnival atmosphere drew large crowds of students eager to find an organization that appealed to their personality, hobby, and major.  Here are just a few of the 60.

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) chapter on campus targeted mass communications majors who have a desire for gaining hands on experience in the field of journalism.

“Our organization is the main organization for mass communication majors. If you’re interested in journalism, being on the scene, on camera, or even public relations, this is the organization specifically for you,” said NABJ member Brittney Williams, a sophomore mass communications major from Philadelphia, Pa.

For students who have a passion for numbers and all things accounting, the Accounting Society is just for you.

“The Accounting Society is open to all business majors. The organization is dedicated to networking for jobs, internships, professional development and academic excellence,” said Accounting Society member Shani Walker, a junior accounting/entrepreneurship major from Pearl, Miss.

A new organization to the JSU campus, the Blue Key National Honor Society, was seeking scholarly students to represent their organization.

“Blue Key recognizes deserving students who have a demonstrated record of success and excellence in scholarship, leadership and service,” said member James Chapman, a senior computer engineering major from Jackson, Miss.

The Gentleman’s Academy was also on hand to encourage the men of JSU to join their organization.

“The men of the Gentleman’s Academy are here to improve brotherhood through networking workshops, bonding workshops, character building, and community service,” said Akil Muhammad, a sophomore civil engineering major from St. Louis, Mo.

Another very popular organization on campus, the Reformed University Fellowship (R.U.F) organization, aids students in praise and worship on campus.

“We offer bible study on campus at 8 p.m. on Thursdays in the Student Center Theater and after service we fellowship with food,” said Oliver Robinson, a senior English major from McComb, Miss.

For students with an eye for fashion and flair, the Insatiable Modeling Squad is the club for you.

“We promote high end fashion and the latest trends around campus. We consist of models, make-up artists, hair stylists, photographers, and also graphic designers,” said Jeremy Lidell, a senior health education major from Moss Point, Miss.

If you missed the fair and you are interested in joining an organization on campus, you can call Gilda Robinson, Coordinator of Student Organizations and Special Initiatives, at 601-979-3309 for more information or stop by room 2125 on the second floor of the Student Center.