About the Program
Connect, grow, and make the most of your student experience getting involved outside the classroom.
At Central Piedmont, you can get involved beyond the classroom. Join a student club, take on a leadership role in student government, or give back through community service. These experiences help you build connections, grow your skills, and make an impact in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community.
To join or learn more about a club, contact the club’s advisor.
Arts
Home campus: Central Campus
The Drama Club provides an environment for current Central Piedmont students that encourages artistic growth and education of art and the art industry, supplies other avenues to show and share artistic works of current Central Piedmont students, and provides activities and services that enhance positive relationships among students, the college, and the community.
Contact: Rachel DelVecchio
The Central Campus Film Society is dedicated to students interested in filmmaking and film analysis. The organization promotes collaboration and creative expression while fostering a deeper appreciation for cinema through film screenings, discussions and filmmaking opportunities.
Contact: Torell Taylor or Michael Pomphrey
Programs: Architectural technology and Interior design
The Interior Design Collective brings together a robust curriculum, expert faculty, and creative spaces that foster collaboration, innovation, and real-world readiness. If you're interested in diving deeper—whether it's class sequences, the makerspace setup, or faculty feedback—I'd be happy to help with more details.
Contact: Patricia Botts or Devin Waddell
Student Writers Assembled Guild (SWAG) is an open creative writing club where writers of any type or ability come together, hear works by other students, participate in helpful criticism, and grow their art through creative writing prompts and discussions. Any current Central Piedmont student is welcome to join in meetings. This club meets weekly on both Central and Levine Campuses.
Central Campus Contact: Yustin Riopko
Levine Campus Contact: Golda Fried
International clubs
The Asian Students Association (ASA) is a welcoming space dedicated to bringing together students of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage, along with allies of any and all backgrounds. We aim to celebrate the intricate web of traditions, histories, and languages which make up the AAPI diaspora, along with creating a 'home away from home' where students can be seen and heard at Central Piedmont.
Contact: Heather Song
The Association of Latin Professional for America (ALPFA) Student Chapter at Central Piedmont is a student community designed to develop Latino/Hispanic students as influential leaders of character across all sectors of the world economy. Student members have access to professionals in various industries, career fields, networking events, leadership opportunities, and transformative workshops. In alignment with ALPFA Professionals, these opportunities empower students to lead without fear, strategically plan their futures, and unlock new levels of success!
Contact: Donald Carte
The International Club of Central Piedmont (ICCP) is a student-led organization dedicated to celebrating cultural diversity and fostering meaningful connections among students from all backgrounds. Open to all students, the club provides opportunities to engage in cultural exchange, global awareness activities, and inclusive campus events such as international food gatherings, cultural showcases, and social meetups. The International Club strives to create a welcoming environment that supports international students while encouraging cross-cultural learning and friendship across the Central Piedmont community.
Contact: Erin Pak or Brooks Small
Model United Nations (MUN) is a Central Piedmont club that provides students with simulation experiences of United Nations sessions.
The MUN club attends conferences with students from other schools where they represent a country and act like the UN, discussing real-life international events and creating resolutions.
Students will learn about current world events and different cultures, as well as develop problem-solving, negotiation and technical writing skills. Moreover, students have the opportunity to meet people from many different places and backgrounds participating in on-campus events, and off-campus conferences.
Contact: Carla Cole
Home campus: Central Campus
Contact: Pedro Regalado
Special interest groups
The Book Club is a welcoming student-led community for readers of all backgrounds who enjoy meaningful discussions, shared learning and connection through books. Our club creates a supportive space to explore a variety of genres, authors and perspectives while encouraging critical thinking, open dialogue and personal growth. Members participate in engaging book discussions, themed meetings and occasional campus or community collaborations. Whether you are an avid reader or simply looking to build a consistent reading habit and connect with others, the Central Piedmont Book Club offers an inclusive and relaxed environment for all students. No prior experience is required, just a curiosity for stories and ideas.
Meeting Schedule: Wednesdays (monthly) at 3:00 pm
Contacts: Erika García-Fadul, President or Caitlin Gilman, Advisor
Home campus: Central Campus
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is a student-led organization that creates and hosts a broad range of programming activities designed to support inclusivity and campus engagement. All Central Piedmont students from all campuses are encouraged to attend our events and participate in CAB to help plan activities. Students who join CAB are able to plan and put on events like DeStress Week, Student Mixers, movie nights, and more.
Contact: Kate Breitenfeld
Home campus: Central Campus
The purpose of this club is to create an area dedicated to people with autism, ADHD, and other neurodivergent disorders, as well as their allies to create an enviroment where they can feel accepted, share their interests, make friends, and help each other adapt to the world.
Contact: Curtis Bobray
D&D Club engages student in a fantasy RPG in which they are tasked with many missions. Student will learn how to play, the statistics of the game, how to make material for D&D and make student connections.
Contact: Brynna Cochan or Brittany Holleran
D.R.A.G.O.N.S. (The Dungeon of Realms, Anime, Games, and Otherworldly Narrative Scholars) is a multi-campus student organization dedicated to anime, video games, Dungeons & Dragons and more. We host game nights, anime dissuasions, screenings, TTRPG campaigns and other student-led events. Our goal is to create a welcoming space where people of all experience levels can connect, collaborate, and build a strong community around shared interests across Merancas, Levine and Central campuses.
Contacts:
- Central: Bethany Nuckolls
- Levine: Lori Bean
- Merancas: Stephanie Prysiazniuk or Vivian Wright
Fashion Club is the perfect hub for creativity, style, and self-expression. Whether you love to style, design, or just putting together a good fit, this club is for you. No experience required, as fashion is forever evolving. Come create, learn, connect, and explore what’s there to discover in this vast, fun fashion world.
Contact: Aleah Cornett
Diversity in Games (DiG) promotes diversity in technology and the game development industry by creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all students. This organization provides a safe community where members can connect with like-minded peers, exchange ideas, and discuss topics of shared interest in gaming, technology, and beyond.
DiG also serves as a valuable resource for professional growth and self-development. Members gain access to opportunities such as networking, workshops, guest speakers, and collaborative projects that prepare them for success in the game development industry. By joining DiG, students become part of a forward-thinking community that values inclusion, creativity, and innovation while helping to shape a
more diverse future in games and technology.
Contacts: Farhad Javidi or Silas Irizarry
Home campus: Central Campus
Enjoy learning about history? The Central Piedmont Historical Association discusses “History in the News” and offers hands-on learning opportunities, such as historical research, historic field trips, movies,
presentations, and service opportunities.
Contact: Hugh Dussek
Home campus: Levine Campus
At Levine Discipleship Club, we devote our time together to scripture, fellowship, and missions. Our goal is that each club member will learn how to better imitate Christ, in humility, boldness, and love as the scriptures ask of us in Ephesians 5:1-2, and that we will have the opportunity to share our perspective that Jesus Christ, God's son, is Savior.
Contact: Ernessa Rice
Home campus: Central Campus
Model United Nations (MUN) is a Central Piedmont club that provides students with simulation experiences of United Nations sessions. The MUN club attends conferences with students from other schools where they represent a country and like the UN, discussing real-life international events and creating resolutions. Students will learn about current world events and different culture, as well as develop problem-solving, negotiation and technical writing skills. Moreover, students have the opportunity to meet people from many different places and backgrounds participating in on-campus events, and off-campus conferences.
Contacts: Teresa Hall or Carla Cole
The Pride Alliance Club was established to provide a sense of community and support for LGBTQ+ students and their allies at Central Piedmont. Pride Alliance holds weekly meetings during the fall and spring semesters as well as hosts or participates in other social events to give students a chance to meet new friends in a safe, positive environment. Pride Alliance also promotes giving back to the community through service and outreach projects. Pride Alliance values diversity and welcomes any Central Piedmont student who would like to be a part of a great club.
Contacts: Carly McMinn (Central campus) or Brent Bagwell (Levine campus)
Student Government Association (SGA) is your representative body to address issues and concerns. SGA promotes student advocacy, budget recommendation, student events, support of student groups, and community service.
Contact: Kate Breitenfeld
Honor societies
You are invited to join honor societies based on your academic status (like GPA).
Mu Alpha Theta, which partners with professional mathematics organizations, including the Mathematical Association of America, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics, and the American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges, is a non-secret organization whose purpose is the promotion of scholarship in, and enjoyment and understanding of, mathematics among high school and two-year college students.
The Mu Alpha Theta Chapter at Central Piedmont Community College allows students to join a community that promotes an excitement for math while giving them opportunities for networking and scholarships to further themselves in their careers.
Contact: Cao Nguyen
The honor society for community college students in psychology. If you are interested in joining a club where topics are relatable to you, where there is a social benefit, where you can bond and support one another, then Psi Beta is for you.
Contact: Carole Ingram or Ken Woodruff
Academic groups
If your program has a club in this list, joining that club is a great way to network and get more involved and experience in your field.
A student-run organization dedicated to advancing leadership, design, and service among architecture students.
Contact: Cristina Martin del Campo
Home campus: Central Campus
The purpose of the Computer Science club is to:
- provide a supportive community for students interested in computer science
- assist new and continuing students in developing academic, professional, and personal skills
- promote networking opportunities with peers, faculty, alumni, and industry professionals
- offer resources and activities that encourage career exploration, technical learning, and project-based experience.
- foster collaboration and leadership through club events, workshops, and projects
Contact: Michael Weinberg
Home campus: Central Campus
The Cytotechnology Student Association (CSA) is composed of students, practicing cytotechnologists, and pathologists. The Cytotechnology Student Association strives to educate the community on health issues related to the field of cytology as well as promote the profession of cytotechnology at the local, state, and national levels.
Contact: Danielle Hensley or Kim Kaylor
Program: Dental hygiene
Home campus: Central Campus
The Dental Hygiene Club works to generate public awareness of dental health needs and confidence in the profession by promoting professional attitudes.
Contact: Kristy Wieder
Programs: Human services technology, developmental disabilities, substance abuse
The Human Services Technology Club empowers and motivates students toward realization of their fullest potential and provides opportunities for them to share their talents within the human services network. The purpose of this club is to educate and provide opportunities for the professional growth and development of human services technology students. Membership is open to all currently enrolled students at any Central Piedmont campus. Examples of Human Services Club Activities include:
- attending regional and national human services conferences
- participation in Fall Fest/Spring Fling, which are on campus student festivals
- involvement in the HERO program (for children who have been victimized or witnessed domestic violence)
- participation in college sponsored blood drives
- AIDS awareness projects
- sponsoring needy families around holiday times
- leadership training
Programs: Early childhood education
Home campus: Harris Campus
The Early Childhood Education Club (or the ‘ECE Club’) is a student-led club whose purpose is to connect students who are passionate about the development and effective engagement of young children. Because all children deserve adults who are confident and capable in their engagement, club activities and focus are centered around the topic of supporting young children.
Contact: Jennefer Raymond
Program: Human Services Technology
Home campus: Central Campus
Empowers and motivates students to realize their fullest potential and provides opportunities for them to share their talents within the human services network. This club aims to educate and provide opportunities for the professional growth and development of human services technology students. Membership is open to all currently enrolled students at any Central Piedmont campus.
Contacts: Tameka Johnson or Maurice McDonald
Program: Simulation and Game Development
Home campus: Central Campus
The International Game Developers Association - Academic (IGDA-Academic) consists of students interested in computers and computer programming. This group participates in national and regional competitions with other college students and are often volunteers in the community, providing their expert skills to local nonprofits and schools.
Contacts: Liz McCorkill or Perry Courter
Home campus: Levine Campus
MASC, or Medical Assisting Student Club, is a part of the Medical Assisting Program at the Levine Campus. All students enrolled in the Medical Assisting Program are automatically registered to be members of our club. The purpose of this organization will be to provide Medical Assistant Students the opportunity to be of service to the community, to develop professional interpersonal relationships, and to promote favorable interest in the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
Contact: Seareen Asfar
Programs: Nursing
Home campus: Central Campus
The Association of Nursing Students (ANS) promotes participation in community and legislative affairs related to the profession of nursing. It provides an opportunity to network with other nurses and Healthcare agencies in the field. It allows them to spend time with fellow students in the nursing program. Members are current students in the Christa A. Overcash School of Nursing. All nursing students in the ADN, AADN, PN and PN to ADN programs are encouraged to join.
Contacts: Kelly Wright or Jenny Loden
The International Game Developers Association - Academic (IGDA-Academic) consists of students interested in computers and computer programming. This group participates in national and regional competitions with other college students and are often volunteers in the community, providing their expert skills to local nonprofits and schools.
Contact: Perry Courter, Farhad Javidi or Liz McCorkill
Home campus: Central Campus
The STEM Club is a space where students from all STEM fields can mingle and familiarize themselves with a wide variety of STEM fields including engineering, technology, healthcare, and research. Members have access to in person events, guest lectures, course study lives, and constant updates on local/virtual conventions.
Contact: Nathanael Levinson, club advisor
Programs: Welding
Home campus: Harper Campus
The American Welding Society (AWS) enhances awareness of the art and science of welding and how it affects our daily lives. The Welding Club students often participate in community service work and have competed in local and regional welding competitions. Students have the opportunity to interact with other welding professionals in the local Charlotte area.
Contact: Christopher Phillips or Haylee Sharpe
Program: Medical Laboratory Technology
Home campus: Central Campus
Provides educational support, career information, and leadership opportunities to members. Maintains a link between students and professional organizations for the purpose of education, networking, and career planning. Promotes service to the community and participates in the recruitment of future Medical Laboratory Technicians.
Contacts: Nattasha Counta or Eliza Hawkes
Program: Dental Hygiene
Home campus: Central Campus
The Dental Hygiene Club works to generate public awareness of dental health needs and confidence in the profession by promoting professional attitudes.
Contacts: Joselyn Taylor or Debbie Marcantonio
Service and advocacy
Home campus: Levine Campus
The goal of the Advocacy Club is to create a space for students to discuss issues that matter to them, learn how to properly advocate for what they believe is right, and hopefully become engaged with the larger process of advocacy. The club's objective is to connect students with matters that interest them and place them with outside organizations that they relate to and can contribute to in a meaningful way; no one mission is more important than another.
Contact: Rashidah Brandon
Rotaract is an internationally known organization with groups across the world and throughout the state. We are a club that brings students together to exchange ideas with community leaders, develop leadership and professional skills, and have fun through community service. We provide students with opportunities to plan their own service projects and be involved in a variety of community services throughout the Charlotte area. We're always looking for students who find value in serving others and want to make an impact in our communities. Rotaract is a great opportunity for any student wishing to earn their service pin before graduation. We welcome students from any campus to attend our meetings and service projects!
Contact: Clare Case
Start a new club
Have a passion that isn’t represented yet? Central Piedmont provides the resources to turn your idea into an official campus group.
- Recruit members and a faculty or staff member to serve as advisor: Recruit ten charter members and create a roster to include each member's name, student ID numbers, and signatures. Charter members must be currently enrolled, college-credit-seeking students at Central Piedmont.
- Create a constitution: Use the sample constitution PDF as a guide.
- Submit an application: Applications for new groups are typically accepted throughout the academic year.
- SGA review: The Student Government Association will schedule a hearing to review your proposal.
- Launch: Once approved, a representative from the Student Life department will provide registration details and schedule a required orientation session.
If you have a question, contact the Student Government Association.
