Clubs and Organizations

Alpha Omicron (Phi Theta Kappa chapter)

Phi Theta Kappa is the national honor society for students of junior and community colleges. Qualifications include a 3.5 or better grade-point average. Alpha Omicron, the TJC chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, has received numerous awards including Five-Star status. Alpha Omicron also holds various positions on regional and national boards. Membership is by invitation only.

Apache Chiefs

Apache Chiefs are an elite group of students who prepare, set-up, and oversee all areas of Apache Orientation for incoming freshmen to Tyler Junior College.  They are also mentors to these students, making sure they are successful in their first year at TJC.  Apache Chiefs are awarded a scholarship for their time given during the summer for Apache Orientation.  These scholarships vary by duties, experience, and leadership roles.

Apache Band

The Apache Band, the official College band, is open to all qualified students. The Apache Band performs with the Apache Belles in parades and other special events. The Jazz Band, Apache Spirit Basketball Band, Instrumental Chamber Ensemble and Community Wind Ensemble are additional opportunities for Apache Band members, selected to perform a wide variety of music.

Apache Belles

A select women's organization, the Apache Belles present dazzling precision dance and drill team performances for half-time entertainment at College and professional games and events. Throughout the year, the Belles receive special study on good taste in clothing, makeup, manners and general personal improvement. The Belles are known world-wide and have performed before five U.S. Presidents (Johnson, Ford, Reagan, Bush and Clinton). Tryouts for the Apache Belles are held each year during the summer.

Apache Guard

The Guard is a spirit origination dedicated with preserving TJC Traditions including the Apache Belle and the Drum during Homecoming Week.

Apache Respiratory Care Club

Open to anyone interested or majoring in the field of Respiratory Care.

Apostolic Student Association, ASA

We are a group of apostolic, pentecostal Christian students whose goal is fellowship and to lift the Name of Jesus higher on the campus of Tyler Junior College. Please contact us if you are interested in joining. General Meeting Information: Meetings are held once a month, and members are notified via student email of meetings and special ASA activities.

ACM (Association for Computing Machinery)

The Tyler Junior College ACM (Association for Computing Machinery) student chapter promotes interest and use of computers for school, work and play.  Members have access to over 400 online computing books and 1,200 free online courses.  Our chapter promotes student involvement in TJC campus life, all types of computer activities including gaming, web page development and we plan to offer free BCIS tutoring and hardware/software troubleshooting.  The Tyler Junior College ACM Student Chapter meetings shall be open to all ACM members and nonmembers.  Come see us in Pirtle!

Association of Baptist Students

This Bible Chair is a religious organization that represents the Baptist Missionary Association. A noon meal is provided each Monday during the regular semester. An ABS center is provided on campus for relaxation and socialization. This organization is open to anyone interested in furthering their spiritual growth. The ABS Center is located on the corner of Baxter and Lake Streets.

Baptist Student Ministries

This Bible Chair represents the Baptist General Convention of Texas and the Southern Baptist Convention. This group offers a noon meal every Wednesday. In addition this group is very active in community service as well as providing ministries to the local community. This organization is open to anyone interested in furthering their Christian growth or learning about the Christian faith.

Bicycle Club

Campus Crusade for Christ

Campus Crusade for Christ is an interdenominational ministry committed to helping take the gospel of Jesus Christ to all nations. We cooperate with millions of Christians from churches of many denominations and hundreds of other Christian organizations around the world to help Christians grow in their faith and share the gospel message with their fellow countrymen.

Cheerleaders

The TJC Cheerleaders have ranked nationally many times, and have competed in the National Cheerleader Association championship four times.

Criminal Justice Student's Association (CJSA)

A special interest student organization open to anyone with an interest in the field of Criminal Justice. The organization is led by student officers, elected each year from it's paid membership and advised by members of the Criminal Justice faculty.

First Year Experience

Your First Year Experience at Tyler Junior College was created in April 2006 as an attempt to engage and acclimate incoming freshman students to their new student life environment. Though TJC is an educational institution, we want to expose the extra-curricular side of the college and remind students about the importance of becoming involved. Along with the many benefits that “Apache Student Life” has to offer, we want to provide as much vital information ( e.g. calendar of events, critical support services, involvement opportunities, organizations) as we possibly can to incoming freshman during their first year. Research has strongly indicated that the initial experience and the first months of a student's matriculation are pivotal to their overall success. Overall, we are committed to assisting you from orientation to graduation!

Geology Club

This organization is open to anyone interested in geologic subject matter and conducts educational activities for its members. This groups has taken trips to Big Bend National Park as well as other historic areas in the local area.

Harmony & Understanding (Vocal)

A select group of singers from the Concert Chorus, Harmony and Understanding sings modern popular music on and off campus and has traveled throughout Texas and beyond.

Hispanic Student Organization

This organization is for anyone interested in the Hispanic Culture not limited to hispanics  The organization sponsors a variety of hispanic events on campus to include "Dia de los muertes", "Cinco De Mayo", etc...  The goal of the organization is to help our community appreciate and understand the hispanic culture

Kappa Kappa Psi

This honorary group is a national band organization which assists the Apache Band and is involved in community service. Members must meet eligibility requirements.

Las Mascaras (Drama)

This group is open to anyone interested in the dramatic arts. After a certain number of points are accumulated by participating in dramatic productions members are eligible for Delta Psi Omega which is a national honorary dramatics fraternity.

Psi Gamma (Sigma Kappa Delta)

Psi Gamma is the Tyler Junior College Chapter of Sigma Kappa Delta, the National English Honor Society. Sigma Kappa Delta (SKD) is a prestigious national academic honor society that provides members opportunities for advancing the study of language and literature, for developing skills in creative and analytical writing, and for meeting other outstanding scholars and professionals in disciplines such as English, journalism, publishing, and law. Members are involved in community and school service projects, competition for awards and scholarships, and networking with those whose personal and professional lives have benefited from strong language skills.

Nomination for membership in the Psi Gamma Chapter of SKD is a mark of distinction since candidates represent those who are among the best at Tyler Junior College. To be eligible, potential members must have completed a minimum of twelve (12) college credit hours with no grade lower than a B in English and an overall grade point average of 3.3.

Residence Hall Association

The Residence Hall Association (RHA) is the organization that represents all students living on campus. Every student that lives on-campus is automatically a member. As the students' voice to the Residential Life and Housing Office, RHA works to promote the welfare and interests of resident students by addressing concerns and issues in the residence halls and developing programs and activities that enhance the quality of life for all residents. Some of the annual events that RHA sponsors are Fallfest, RHA Superbowl Party and RHA Idol.

Scholars Academy

We introduced Scholars Academy at TJC in the fall of 1999 to provide a variety of enriched academic experiences for talented and motivated students. Our program offers in-depth study of basic courses in small classes with twenty or fewer students. Academy classes combine challenging curriculum with creative instruction. Outstanding instructors who have expressed an interest in working with honors students teach our classes. Instructors emphasize creative thinking, scholarly research, connections among disciplines, and both collaborative learning and independent study. Seminar discussions are central to the curriculum. Scholars are exposed to a number of enrichment activities, including campus speakers, mentoring by community leaders, field trips, and opportunities to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities. They have their own special lounge area on the third floor of the Rogers Student Center, where they can study, build friendships, and engage in stimulating conversation with other bright minds. While there, they can also use the six computers reserved exclusively for them to do homework, surf the Web, or email family and friends.

Sigma Kappa Delta

An prestigious national academic honor society that promotes language, literature, and communication skills-all of which are necessary for success in almost any endeavor.

Members of Sigma Kappa Delta network with professionals in publishing, journalism, law, communications, medicine, advertising, business, and more. Active members in this organization develop important leadership skills, gain recognition for academic achievement, participate in school and community service projects, compete for scholarships, publish a literary journal, and support the humanities in Tyler. The members of the Psi Gamma Chapter of Sigma Kappa Delta represent the best at TJC.

Sigma Delta Nu

A social fraternity, this organization promotes brotherhood among it's members and participates in numerous community service projects.

Student Senate

The Student Senate is the student government body of Tyler Junior College. The purpose of the Senate is to promote active student government, promote better relationships among the student body, promote good citizenship and provide an avenue by which student needs and desires are transmitted to the administration, as well as provide educational and wholesome entertainment for students. Membership is committees is open to anyone. Freshman officers, President, Vice-President, and Secretary are elected in September each year and Senate and Sophomore officers are elected in the Spring of each year.

Tae Kwon Do Club

Taekwondo Club is open to anyone interested in Taekwondo (Beginning, Intermediate, or Advanced) TJC Taekwondo Club is now recruiting new members with Taekwondo experience to form their Competition Team(s) and Demonstration Team(s) that will compete at Local, State, Collegiate, and National Events in the United States. TJC Taekwondo Club Sponsor: Vincent V. Nguyen is a 4-time Junior Texas State, Gold Medalist; 3-time Texas State, Gold Medalist; 2-time U.S. Junior Olympic, Gold Medalist; U.S. Junior National Team Captain; and 1996 U.S. Olympic Team Trial Finalist. Soon, TJC Taekwondo Club plans to organize an Invitational Tournament in East Texas for the Southern Region of the United States.

Wesley Foundation

This Bible Chair represents the Methodist faith on the TJC campus. The Wesley Center is located on Baxter Street and offers a noon lunch every Tuesday during the regular semester. This event is open to anyone interested in fun and fellowship.