Sep 18, 2024  
2024-2025 Student Handbook 
    
2024-2025 Student Handbook

Student Government


Welcome to Anderson!

On behalf of the Anderson University Student Government Association, I am excited to welcome all 2023-24 Anderson University students. Whether you are a first-year student or a soon-to-be graduate, we all have the privilege of continuing a legacy over 110 years old. 

Legacies don’t last for over a century unless they are built on a firm foundation. Anderson’s is built on four core pillars - great academics, great faith, great hospitality, and great purpose - that define everything we do at AU.

Whether your journey at Anderson University is just beginning and nearing its end, use every available moment to build skills, forge relationships, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Strengthen your faith, invest in your community, and build a legacy that will go with you in all your future endeavors.

No matter what part of campus you are involved in, know that the Student Government Association stands ready to make your experience at Anderson University the best it can possibly be. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. I hope you’ll consider running for a seat in your class Senate as we seek to work for the good of the student body and the glory of God. 

Anderson University is an incredible place, filled with faculty, staff, and students who care deeply about you and your success. Use these four years as more than a checklist for a diploma. The opportunities found here truly are endless - if you’re willing to take them. 

Welcome to Anderson University. Welcome home.

Leah Duncan

2024-25 Student Body President

 

Student Government Association 

The Student Government Association (SGA) partners with University Leadership and the Student Body to create the best, God-honoring Anderson University. SGA exists to encourage and develop student interests through student body representation, club and organization support, and servant leadership. 

 
Mission: 

Encourage and develop student interests through student body representation, club and organization support, and servant leadership

Vision: 

Connect Anderson students to their campus and each other to foster unity, scholarship, and personal growth. Serve as representatives of the student body that help facilitate the development of organizations and build bridges between students and University Leadership.  

 
2022-2023 SGA Executive Officers

Student Body President……………………… Leah Duncan

Student Body Vice President………………..D’Andre Hick

Student Body Treasurer……………………… Camden Davis

Student Body Executive Director of Operations………………….Aubrey Hogshead

Meeting Time/Location 

SGA meetings take place on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. in Chapman Multimedia Room in Thrift Library. Meetings are open to all members of the Anderson University community. 

SGA Elections  

Interested in running for an SGA Senate seat? We’d love to have you on our team as we work for the betterment of our community! Election Day is September 11. Got questions? Feel free to contact us using the contact information below. 

Contact Information: 

Email: sga@andersonuniversity.edu.  

Instagram: @andersonunivSGA

Student Clubs and Organizations  

Students may choose to participate in many student organizations that are available. All Anderson University chartered student organizations are eligible to receive funding through the Student Government Association. Students can find more information on each organization by visiting aunited.andersonuniversity.edu under the Organizations tab. Want to start a club? Apply on AUnited under the Organizations tab under “Register an Organization” or email sga@andersonuniversity.edu

 

Accounting Club

The Accounting Club exists as a place for accounting majors to gather, hear from, and network with distinguished members of the business community and to secure internships and job offers in their desired field.

 

AIGA (Professional Association for Design)

AIGA is the oldest and largest professional membership organization for graphic designers. It seeks to represent student needs and wants in regard to design and provide a forum for the presentation of innovative ideas to the benefit of the University community.

 

Alpha Mu Epsilon

Alpha Mu Epsilon is the national honor society for political science. Alpha Mu Epsilon seeks to promote excellence in the study of political science through a variety of programs for student members.

 

Alpha Psi Omega (APO)

Alpha Psi Omega is the national honors society dedicated to the recognition of students who achieve high levels of accomplishment in theater. Students who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to the South Carolina School of the Arts Theater Department, and who hold distinguished academic records, are invited to join.

 

American Sign Language (ASL) Club

ASL Club engages students who are interested in American Sign Language and American Deaf Culture. We provide settings for students to learn ASL with other students, faculty, and local deaf and hearing citizens of Anderson.

 

American Society of Interior Design (ASID)

The American Society of Interior Design (ASID) exists to enlarge the student’s understanding of the present and future scope of interior design practice.

 

Anderson Coalition for Life

Anderson Coalition for Life exists to create a culture that values the sanctity of life from conception to natural death on the campus of Anderson University and its surrounding community. In furtherance of that goal, this club seeks to provide a platform for members to live out this mission through prayer, service, education, and fellowship. Above all else, this club believes that human beings are made in the image of God and thereby seeks to actively love all people regardless of their stage of life so that abortion would become unthinkable and unnecessary.

 

Anderson Ecological Society

The Anderson Ecological Society seeks to find outdoor activities that involve nature walks, working at the Rocky River Nature Park, and many other opportunities.

 

Anderson Science Association (ASA)

ASA provides students with the opportunity to hear from respected individuals in the scientific field on topics related to science and to build community amongst science majors.

 

Anderson University Bass Fishing Club

Collegiate Bass Fishing representing Anderson University. We are striving to honor God in all that we do as we compete.

 

Anderson University Disc Golf Club

AU Disc Golf exists to send one or two teams of students to several College Disc Golf Regional and Conference tournaments, concluding with the College National Championships in the Spring.  While that means only four to eight people will only be able to compete on the national level, we still plan on running events on or near campus for all club members and students to participate in.

 

Anderson University Fly Fishing Club

The purpose of this club is to learn and teach others how to fly fish, specifically in freshwater streams within our region of the southern Appalachian mountains. The club will have hands-on teaching on catching trout with dry flies, nymphs, and streamers, and personal help with casting technique, choosing gear, and connecting with other student fly fishers while on campus.

 

Anderson University Indoor Volleyball Club

AU Indoor Volleyball Club will act as a club sport that will compete against other club teams and organizations in the area. This club creates a competitive and Christ-like community for individuals who want to continue their volleyball careers.

 

Anderson University Rotaract Club

Rotaract is a service based club focused on serving those in need in our local community.

 

Anderson University Pom Squad

The AU Pom Squad acts as a “dance team” that performs at Anderson University athletic, campus, and community events to support and uplift our Trojan family!

 

Anderson University Type Foundry (AUTF)

A group of AU students designing and distributing original typefaces (fonts) while working to expand professional design skills in the area of typography. To expand on a unique area of strength in the design curriculum and classroom experience, AUTF fosters community within the design department, specifically students that have a special interest in Typography and type design.

 

Baptist Collegiate Ministries (BCM)

BCM exists to glorify God, promote the Gospel of Jesus, and make disciples on a personal, local, and global level. It seeks to foster a community of believers who journey together and provide a corporate gathering where the Gospel is proclaimed and celebrated.

 

Behavioral Sciences Club

The Behavioral Sciences Club seeks to extend the knowledge of the fields of Psychology, HDFS, & Sociology and the careers associated with them. It also encourages Behavioral Science students to become better acquainted with one another and promotes the college’s commitment to comprehensive student development through service projects.

 

Business Club

The Business Club brings in speakers from the business world to speak to AU students on various business topics, promotes interest in business and business professions, and provides fellowship among business students and faculty.

 

Campus Crusade (CRU)

CRU comes alongside fellow college students emphasizing community, discipleship, and evangelism to win, build, and send people for Christ.

 

Clay Collective

Members of Clay Collective will be able to get their hands on clay, make pottery, and experience many parts of the process of working with clay. They will experience all forms of ceramics, from making pieces, to glazing, to loading kilns and finally finding the satisfaction in a completed piece.

 

Commuter Student Association

The Commuter Student Association is an intentional support network that seeks to build community among commuter students, support positive leadership development, and bring students together to serve their peers and the local community.

 

Connect Club

Connect Club seeks to cultivate a community of leaders that understand that Christ-like diversity must be rooted and grounded in love. The club celebrates statewide, nationwide, and international diversity among students and staff through education, empowerment, and love.

 

Council for Exceptional Children

The Council for Exceptional Children is a national organization that acts as an advocate for children with special needs. This club is for anyone interested in teaching, working, or volunteering with those with special needs.

 

Ducks Unlimited 

The Anderson University Ducks Unlimited Chapter is an organization of students, faculty, staff, community and anyone else interested in serving as a Ducks Unlimited Leader. They do this through fund raising for Ducks Unlimited and the conservation of wetlands.

 

Education Club

The Education Club explores topics pertaining to the education field and provides various “hands-on” practical experiences for all members.

 

Engineering Club

The Engineering Club exists to promote interest in the career path of engineering and provide fellowship among the students, faculty, and staff in the College of Engineering.

 

Eternal Tribe

A campus ministry that strives to connect various cultures and backgrounds.

 

Far Sketched Improv

Far Sketched Comedy Club is Anderson University’s own improv comedy team that exists to promote interest in comedic theatrical arts.

 

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)

FCA is an evangelistic ministry that focuses on outreach to the athletes and non-believers on campus. FCA members desire to lead the way in advancing the gospel and doing so in a relevant and relational way.

 

Handprints Early Childhood Club

The Handprints Early Childhood Club supports and advances the education of young children, assists in the education of future early childhood teachers, and develops future educators as advocates for young children. This club also seeks to spread awareness of the importance of appropriate developmental practices in early childhood education.

 

International Justice Mission (IJM)

IJM spreads awareness about human trafficking and encourages peers to take action alongside the members of this club and others across the country. IJM’s hope and mission is to see victims of trafficking rescued and restored. 

 

International Student Organization (ISO)

ISO gives its members the opportunity to get familiarized with different cultures from around the world. ISO’s members assist one another, ensuring that new international students have a smooth transition to American culture and a successful experience as students at Anderson University.

 

Kinesiology Club

The Kinesiology Club fosters student interests and activities by enhancing knowledge of exercise science techniques and allowing students to explore all opportunities that are available to kinesiology majors.

 

Liberty Cap Society

The Liberty Cap Society serves as a community for anyone who shares a passion for history and politics. Ultimately, its goal is to foster an appreciation of the past and to cultivate a greater understanding of our responsibility as local, national, and global citizens.

 

Math Club

The Math Club hopes to unite students from different majors and concentrations to reveal the relevance of math in different fields of study.

 

National Art Education Association (NAEA)

The National Art Education Association is the leading professional membership organization exclusively for visual arts, design, and media arts education professionals.

 

National Association for Music Education (NAfME)

NAfME exists to provide all members with the opportunity to become acquainted with leaders in the music education profession through participation in programs, demonstrations, discussions, workshops, and performances.

 

Phi Alpha Theta- Alpha Rho Epsilon

Alpha Rho Epsilon is Anderson University’s chapter of the prestigious national history honors society, Phi Alpha Theta. Phi Alpha Theta is a professional society whose mission is to promote the study of history through the encouragement of research, good teaching, publication and the exchange of learning and ideas among historians. 

 

Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)

PRSSA is the leading organization for students interested in public relations and communications. It seeks to advance the public relations profession by nurturing generations of future professionals and by advocating rigorous academic standards for public relations education. PRSSA seeks to promote the highest ethical principles and diversity in the public relations profession.

 

Public Service and Criminal Justice Club

The Public Service and Criminal Justice Club Focuses on character, integrity, and excellence as they pursue faith and practice while preparing for a future in the field of Public Service and Administration.

 

Reformed University Fellowship (RUF)

RUF brings to the campus a heart for God, a love for the campus, and convictions that are well formed and deeply held. RUF longs to cultivate mature relationships among students that manifest themselves in a love for others, a heart for service, and a deep intimacy with the Living God.

 

Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)

The Anderson University SAAC serves as the voice for the student-athletes in communication with the South Atlantic Conference and institutional leaders in matters of NCAA rules, regulations, and policies that directly affect the student-athlete experience. The conference SAAC is a committee made up of student-athletes from each South Atlantic Conference school and represents their institution at the conference level.

 

Student Government Association (SGA)

SGA connects Anderson students to their campus and to each other to foster unity, scholarship, and personal growth. The SGA Senate and Executive Team encourage and develop student interests through student body representation, club and organization support, and servant leadership.

 

Student Nursing Association (SNA)

SNA exists to promote interest in nursing, provide fellowship among students and faculty, and provide a forum for the presentation of innovative ideas to the benefit of the University community.

 

Swing Dance Club

Swing Dance club is a club dedicated to teaching swing and line dancing and is a place for those who have experience to teach others, as well as hone those skills. We offer a brief lesson for the first thirty minutes, then open dancing for about an hour and a half after that.

 

The Logos Society

The mission of this organization is to provide development and enrichment opportunities for Anderson University students to expand their knowledge, advance their appreciation, and stimulate their interest in the written word.

 

Trojan Tabletop

The Trojan Tabletop is a club which revolves around the miniature game Warhammer 40,000 and other tabletop board games. All students will be welcome to come and experience the hobby in all its forms. 

 

Women’s Ministry

Women’s ministry currently offers mentoring, bible studies, mission trips, internships, leadership opportunities, and many other things with the goal of sharing the hope of the Gospel with the women of Anderson University.

 

Writers’ Block

Writers’ Block intends to help writers grow by being an encouraging spirit through the exhausting and, sometimes, brutal writing process. Writing can be an extremely isolating art, and Writers’ Block was created to help deter that feeling.

 

Viva el Español (Spanish Club)

Viva el Español helps people with the Spanish language with a focus on conversational skills as well as learning about Spanish and Latino culture.