There are a variety of opportunities for to get involved at Aiken Technical College. The following organizations offer leadership, service, and career-specific activities.
Campus Ambassadors are students who help represent the College on- and off-campus. The students provide campus tours, support activities organized by the Office of Recruitment and Student Experience, assist prospective and current students in the Enrollment Services Center, and more! Ambassadors are selected through an application and interview process. For more information, click HERE.
The ATC chapter of the American Welding Society provides students in the welding program and those interested in the field an opportunity to learn from guest speakers, receive tips on perfecting their craft, and fellowship with like-minded individuals.
The Christian Life Club provides students an opportunity to fellowship while practicing their faith. Activities include regular gatherings, guest speakers and Bible discussions. The club also organizes a GospelFest event each spring featuring gospel performances and prayer led by students and community members.
The Intramural Sports Club was created to strengthen a sense of community within the ATC student body, encourage proper sportsmanship, and improve overall wellness.
Lambda Nu aims to foster academic scholarship at the highest academic levels, promote research and investigation in the radiologic and imaging sciences, and recognize exemplary scholarship. ATC's Delta Chapter of Lambda Nu was chartered in March 2018. Membership is by invitation-only. To be invited, students must have completed at least one full-time semester in the radiologic technology program, have a 3.5 GPA or higher, and demonstrate commitment to the profession.
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society isPhi Theta Kappa Honor Society an international honor society that recognizes students of two-year colleges who have academically achieved a 3.5 or higher cumulative GPA. Chapter members are encouraged to pursue leadership positions, actively participate in research, develop campus and community service projects, attend conferences, and even apply for scholarships the national organization offers. Membership is by invitation only.
Through campus events and community service, the Student EMS Association promotes and educates the campus and community about the ATC Emergency Management Services programs and related careers. The organization also seeks to support currently enrolled EMS students through academic support and professional development opportunities. Membership is open to ATC students currently enrolled in or interested in EMS programs.
The Student Film Club offers numerous opportunities for members to learn, create, and engage with all aspects of the filmmaking process. Our activities include on-campus film screenings and discussions, brainstorming sessions, and collaborative film projects.
The Student Government Association is the leadership organization of Aiken Technical College’s student body. By enrolling at the College, every student is a member. SGA organizes a variety of activities each semester and also leads a community service project each year. Its officers are the voice and advocates for students and their needs.
The Student Leadership Council is comprised of officers and representatives from each of the College’s student organizations. The SLC helps prepare student officers to lead their various organizations through special training and leadership development activities. Encouraging collaboration among the various student organizations also is a key goal of the SLC. Membership is by invitation.
The ATC Student Medical Assisting Association connects medical assisting students with campus and community service opportunities to encourage engagement, leadership skills development, and networking. The organization is affiliated with the Aiken Chapter of the South Carolina Society of Medical Assistants and the American Association of Medical Assistants.
The Student Nurses Association is comprised of students currently enrolled in the College’s nursing programs. Students participate in community outreach such as health fairs and provide a system of support for nursing students.
The Student Veterans Association is open to student veterans, dependents of military families, and those interested in supporting veterans. The SVA provides an opportunity for students to learn about resources available to veterans and their families, participate in community service activities, and build connections amongst our student veteran population.