Possible new clubs coming to GHC
By Amanda Stegall
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Staff Writer
Three new clubs have recently entered the long appeals process for approval and establishment.
The clubs that are going through the appeals process are the Believers United Christian Club, GHC Drama Club and Anime and Gaming Club.
John Spranza, director of student life, said, "Each club is mainly based on three of the different GHC campuses: Believers United is at Marietta, Drama at Cartersville, and Anime and Gaming is at Floyd."
According to Travice Obas, assistant professor of communications and adviser for the GHC Drama Club, the club is "a tad late getting started, but we have secured two co-vice presidents to keep things moving. The club's constitution is pending approval, but should make."
"Basically the mission of the drama club is to provide opportunities for students to be involved in aspects of theatre. They include learning theatre etiquette, guest speakers, reading plays, attending area plays and a future GHC production play. "Students at other campuses are certainly welcome to join," said Obas.
Students on the Floyd campus have expressed an interest in the Anime and Gaming Club. Jason Stewart, co-president for the club and a pre-nursing major from Rome, stated that the club "will watch and discuss the symbolism in anime as well as hold game demonstrations, tournaments and discussions," he said.
"We're planning a Halo 3 tournament after we get a solid group formed," said Dr. Nancy Applegate, professor of English, the adviser for the Anime and Gaming Club.
Meredith Ginn, instructor of communication and BUCC adviser said, "The purpose of the club is to offer a time of Bible study, fellowship and worship for believers or those who are curious about the Christian faith.
Everyone is invited to attend, and refreshments are served."
BUCC plans to participate in a service project this semester.
"Operation Christmas Child is an organization that was founded by Franklin Graham, Billy Graham's son. We will pack up shoeboxes filled with small gifts and personal hygiene items that will be sent to underprivileged children around the world," said Ginn.
"Students who are interested in joining the new clubs can contact the advisers or check with the Office of Student Life for more information," said Spranza.
There are 22 clubs for students to get involved in. They range from awareness of specific issues to a group of individuals who share a common interest.
"National research has proven that if you take the time to get involved in at least one afterschool activity, you are more likely to succeed and proceed to graduation and that the benefits being involved carry over to the 'real world' with job skills and experience," said Spranza.
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