Student Life

Membership in the Triton Accounting and Business Society is open to all Triton Students who have an interest in learning more about the profession of accounting and field of business. Our meetings assist our members with employment skills such as resume writing, interview skills and internship opportunities. The members participate in field trips to accounting and auditing departments of different types of businesses and fun activities.

Meeting Info:
Room F-211
Wednesdays, 2:00PM-3:30PM

Active Minds is a national student organization designed to promote mental health awareness on college campuses. This organization aims to promote the mental well-being of students and plans to provide opportunities for students and staff to engage in important conversations and meaningful activities surrounding mental health. Active minds goal is to increase awareness about mental health issues, decrease the stigma surrounding mental illness and promote positive mental health and wellness.

At Triton College we’re committed to supporting students and empowering them to make healthy choices. Our Peer Health Advocates do this by connecting their peers to campus resources, creating a safe space for open dialogue, and offering peer education on a variety of important health and wellbeing topics.

For information about this national organization, click HERE.

Advisors:

Julia Willis
Dean of Students
Office: B-240A
(708) 456-0030, Ext. 3865
juliawillis@vaftizo.com

Stephanie Townsend
Director Of Student Support Initiatives
Office: B-240C
(708) 456-0030, Ext. 3795
stephanietownsend@vaftizo.com

Meeting Info:
Senate Chambers B-270
Thursdays, 3:00PM-4:00PM
Dates:
9/5/24
9/19/24
10/3/24
10/17/24
11/7/24
11/21/24

This club's purpose is to bring people together. Living out the greatest commandment in the Bible. Our mission is to be an example of familial love. Our goal is to assist those who are seeking Christian beliefs and morals.

This club offers a safe space for Triton students no matter their gender, gender identity or sexual orientation. We bring awareness to the campus about social issues in the LGBTQIAP+ community.

Meeting Info:
B-280
Thursdays, 3:00PM-4:00PM
Dates:
9/12/24
9/26/24
10/10/24
10/24/24
11/14/24

Anime Club is a place where like-minded Anime fanatics can meet together to enjoy, discuss and share their ideas on anime. Activities include watching anime, social club activities and outings.

Meeting Info:
Room D-202
Wednesdays, 4:00PM-5:00PM

This club aims to inspire students and ignite their passion for architecture.  A perfect place for architecture and design students to collaborate and share design ideas.

A club for artists to come together and share new techniques.

Meeting Info:
Room B-280
Wednesdays, 3:00PM-3:45PM 

Meeting Info:
Room B-280
Tuesdays, 5:00PM-6:00PM

The Triton College Bible Club is a non-denominational, student-led group dedicated to studying the Bible and sharing God's love with the Triton College community.

Students of all backgrounds are welcome!

Meeting Info:
Room E-310
Tuesdays, 2:00PM-3:30PM
Room E-135
Wednesdays, 4:00PM-5:30PM
(Meets twice a week)

The Black student union has played an important role in the college experience for Black students since the 1960s. Currently, on many college campuses, Black student unions have moved from being an activist or political organization to more of a social organization.

Our goal is to help members create unity on campus by educating people historically, culturally, socially, and politically about African-American culture and issues.

Meeting Info:
Room B-270A
Mondays, 11:00AM-12:00PM
Dates:
9/9/24
9/23/24
10/7/24
10/21/24 (Room change to B-280)
11/4/24
11/18/24

The Society's events are aimed at providing students with valuable activities, discussion, and insight about the ever-growing field of Cyber Security, Information Technology and Programming.

Meeting Info:
Room M-137
Thursdays, 4:00PM-5:00PM

The purpose of this club is to support Dual Credit students in navigating the various aspects of college. Each meeting focuses on specific topics. This club will also have volunteer opportunities for students.

A space where people can voice their thoughts and opinions on environmental changes and implement sustainable changes in our everyday lives.

This club education, resources, and gardening opportunities for its members to promote the love of gardening, floral design, civic, and environmental responsibility.

Meeting Info:
Room R-201
Wednesdays, 3:30PM-4:30PM

The IPC Education Foundation's Student Chapter Program strives to foster a diverse ecosystem that connects students, teachers, educational institutions, and industry members across the socio-economic spectrum through the following:

1. Provide engaging and relevant training materials, curriculum and resources, that appeals to students and are needed and desired by the electronics industry
2. Promote regular and meaningful real-world work experiences and career opportunities between students and IPC industry members 
3. Fund scholarships and award prizes for technical student competitions 

To become a member, each student must:

• •Be registered at least part-time (6 credit hours) and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• In addition to submitting a Triton College Club and Organizations Member Application, you must also register as a member of the IPC Foundation by paying in full the membership fee required by the Foundation. Registration fee is $40.00. To register, click HERE. 

IPC Membership Brochure - Click HERE 
IPC Student Chapter Benefits - Click HERE

For more information on IPC Student Chapter at Triton College, please contact our advisor:
Andrea Blaylock
Advisor
andreablaylock@vaftizo.com

Kappa Beta Delta is the international honor society for associate degree business schools accredited by ACBSP, the Accreditation Council for Business Programs.

The purpose of Kappa Beta Delta is to encourage and recognize scholarship and accomplishment among students of business pursuing associate degrees. To encourage and promote personal and professional improvement and a life distinguished by honorable service to humankind.

Students are eligible for lifetime membership based upon the following criteria:

• They must rank in the upper 20% of students pursuing business degrees at the time of invitation to membership
• They must have completed a minimum of 15 semester hours of credit, of which a minimum of six are in business subjects toward the degree program 
• They must have a minimum grade point of average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the minimum GPA for Honors considerations at your institution, whichever is higher) 

Transfer students who meet the qualifications for membership may be inducted after they have completed a minimum of one term of work within the department, division, or school of business provided the student’s overall record is of Kappa Beta Delta caliber, he/she will become a member.

Any student meeting the qualifications will receive an invitation via email.

For more information please refer to
www.kbdhs.org
or contact
Gretchen Reyes
Kappa Beta Delta Advisor
gretchenreyes@vaftizo.com

L.A.S.O. strives to be a resource for students and create activities that embrace cultural identity, educational equity, civic engagement, and support for undocumented students.

Meeting Info:
Room B-270A
Tuesdays, 3:30PM-4:30PM

Model Illinois Government (MIG) is an intercollegiate simulation of the different branches of government in the state of Illinois. Colleges across the state send representatives to this program.

Every year, Triton sends a delegation of 12 or more students to participate in MIG. Eligibility is based on attendance at preparatory meetings. MIG takes place in late February or early March each year.

Triton College pays for the transportation and hotel costs. The student participant is expected to fund their own meals and spending money.

Meeting Info:
Room E-148
Tuesdays, 3:00PM-5:00PM

MUN is student organization that offers academically motivated students a hands-on learning experience in 

• Global Politics
• International Diplomacy
• Negotiation and Debate

Model United Nations is an authentic simulation that introduces students to the world of diplomacy, negotiation, and decision-making. Before playing out their ambassadorial roles in Model UN, students research the particular global issues during weekly meetings. Model UN delegates learn how the international community acts on its concerns about peace and security, human rights, the environment, climate, economic development, and globalization.

Each year a select delegation of students represents Triton College in the program. To qualify must have a 3.0 GPA and an interest in Global Affairs. Applications are available from the advisor via email or in the Social Science Department office, G218K. Students who apply will be interviewed and 8-10 students are chosen for the program. Applications are due in mid-September.

Student delegates will attend 2 conferences per academic year. The American Model UN conference is held the third week of November in Downtown Chicago. Qualifying students then have the opportunity to compete in a second national conference during the spring semester in one of the following locations: New York City, Los Angeles, Boston, or Washington DC.

Triton College pays for registration, transportation, and hotel; Students pay for their meals and incidentals.


Advisor: Dr. Elizabeth Collins
Office: G-218K
(708) 456-0030, Ext. 3242
elizabethcollins@vaftizo.com

This is a safe place for Muslim and non-Muslim students alike to hang out and explore the religion, beliefs and traditions of Islam.

Orientation leaders make a big difference in how new students adapt to campus life. Come and join us as we prepare you to become a Triton Trojan Orientation Leader! Apply today!

Phi Theta Kappa is an international honor society designed to recognize excellence and encourage scholarship among students attending two-year colleges. Phi Theta Kappa, established in 1918, is the largest honor society today in American higher education with more than 1.5 million members and 1200 chapters located throughout the United States, Canada, Japan, and Germany. In 1929, The American Association of Communication Colleges recognized Phi Theta Kappa as the official honor society for two-year colleges, and in the year 2000 the American Association of Communication recognized Phi Theta Kappa as the general scholarship honor society serving associate-degree granting institutions.

Phi Theta Kappa's Mission:
The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa shall be to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students. To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa shall provide opportunity for the development of leadership and service, for an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, for lively fellowship for scholars, and for stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence.

This is an invitation only organization. Eligibility for invitation requires the following three conditions:

We are Dedicated to:

• Recognizing and encouraging the academic achievement of two-year college students
• Providing opportunities for individual growth and development through participation in honors, leadership, service and fellowship programs

PTK member/Officier Benefits

Why Accept Membership (Narrated Powerpoint)

Why Accept Membership (PDF Version)

Five Star Competitive Edge SlideShow

Honors Program Guide

Questions to Ask College Recruiters

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For more information, please visit the Office of Student Life, room B-240 or call (708) 456-0300 Ext. 3383

Meeting Info:
Room B-270A
Thursdays, 2:00PM-3:30PM

If you are a fun, motivated student who wants to get involved with program planning, the Program Board is for you!

The Program Board plans all campus events like Corn Roast, Student Success Fest, Halloween Fair, Movie on the Mounds, Welcome Back Week, and other fun campus activities.

We're looking for students who want to help make Triton's campus a lively and exciting place.

For more information, stop by the Office of Student Life, B-240 or call ext.3383.

Meeting Info:
Room B-270A
Mondays, 2:00PM-3:30PM

As a club, we like to strengthen the radiologic technology program mission which provides educational experiences to empower diverse learners and prepare us as students to function with essential knowledge to meet employment needs in radiologic technology.

We aim to empower Hispanic students and all individuals in STEM fields by fostering a community that supports academic and professional growth.

The purpose of this club is to come together as a community of sonography students and support each other. 

Meeting Info:
Room H-115
Tuesdays, 12:35PM-1:20PM

Meeting Info:
Room H-210/212
Tuesdays, 11:45AM-12:45PM

Our purpose is to provide leadership opportunities for current students enrolled in the nursing program, enhance faculty and student interactions, promote visibility and growth of the nursing profession, and share resources and study tools for current Triton College nursing students.

Meeting Info:
Room H-114
Tuesdays, 1:00PM-1:45PM

The TCSA is an exciting way for students to get involved with student governance, leadership and campus activities. Through the TCSA, you can gain valuable leadership skills, participate on campus committees and most importantly, make a difference here at Triton. The TCSA is made up of 25 elected student senators and five elected officers.

Senate meetings are held at 2:15 p.m. every Tuesday during the Fall and Spring semesters in the Senate Chambers, Room B-270.

The TCSA and students involved with this organization have made significant contributions to the enhancement of this institution, including funding for the construction of the swimming pool, Learning Resource Center Endowment of $750,000, the Computer Lab/Internet implementation of $150,000, Student Center Renovation Endowment of over $500,000, scholarships, programs, and services that extend throughout the campus.

Meeting Info:
Room B-270
Tuesdays, 2:00PM-3:30PM

Want to start a new club? Email studentlife@vaftizo.com to learn how to start recruiting!

Note* All club leaders must meet minimum 2.0 GPA requirement and be enrolled in the current semester for at least 3 college credit hours. You must also be available the second Thursday of every month within the Fall and Spring semesters for a campus-wide club/org meeting. If in any case the founding member is not, they must have someone else within the club able to attend in their place.