Student Life Beyond the Classroom
Student life at Aiken Technical College extends beyond the classroom. Our campus offers a variety of student organizations where you can connect, grow, and get involved. Whether you’re looking to meet fellow Aiken Tech students, build leadership and other professional development skills, engage in a faith-based community, or explore career interests, there’s a place for you.
We encourage you to explore your options and discover the groups that align with your interests and goals. Getting involved is a great way to make the most of your college experience.
For more information about student organizations, connecting with an advisor, or starting a new organization, contact the Student Engagement Coordinator at studentengagement@atc.edu.
- ATC Campus Ambassadors
Are you looking to gain valuable experience, develop leadership skills, and impact your campus? Becoming an Aiken Technical College Campus Ambassador is the perfect opportunity if you want to contribute to our school community while boosting your personal and professional growth.
As a Campus Ambassador, you will support the Department of Student Engagement by:
- Leading Campus Tours: Guide prospective students and their families around campus, helping them familiarize themselves with the environment and what your school offers,
- Assisting with Student Activities: Help create a fun, vibrant campus community by providing assistance and supporting student activities and campus events, including New Student Orientations, Welcome Week Festivities, Commencement Ceremony, and other student initiatives, ensuring everyone has a great time and feels connected, and
- Promoting School Spirit: Be a role model and representative of your campus community by sharing your positive experiences and enthusiasm with others.
- Chess Club
The Chess Club provides students with the opportunity to learn and enjoy the game of strategy while connecting with others who share similar interests. Whether you’re a beginner learning the basics or an experienced player seeking a challenge, all skill levels are welcome.
- Christian Life Club
The Christian Life Club provides students with an opportunity to connect with like-minded believers for Christian fellowship, encouragement, and service. Activities include regular gatherings, guest speakers, and Bible-study discussions. The club also organizes prayer led by students and community members.
- Intramural Sports Club
The Intramural Sports Club is a fun way for students of all skill levels to stay active, build friendships, and enjoy some healthy competition. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just looking for a way to unwind and stay fit in between classes, the Intramural Sports Club offers something for everyone.
- Lambda Nu National Honors Society for Radiologic and Imaging Sciences
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.
- NAACP - Aiken Technical College Chapter
ATC NAACP wants to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons. ATC NAACP envisions a community of students banded together by interest and common goals. We want a campus community that has equal rights without discrimination based on race.
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Phi 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.
- Student Government Association
The Student Government Association is the leadership organization of Aiken Technical College’s student body. By enrolling at the College, every ATC student is a member of SGA. The purpose of the SGA shall be to represent the interests of our entire student body and recommend matters of interest and value to the College, on behalf of the students. Additionally, SGA seeks to assist in creating a sense of community among our student body through year-round SGA-sponsored programming, events, and activities.
- Student Leadership Council
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 is also a key goal of the SLC. Membership is by invitation.
- Student Media Club
The Student Media Club is a creative space for students interested in media, including photography, video production, graphic art and design, and virtual reality. This club offers members opportunities to collaborate and express themselves while they gain hands-on experience with media tools and platforms.
- Student Medical Assisting Association
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.
- Student Nurses Association
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.
- Student Veterans Association
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.