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Campus Life
between students and local mental health professionals, and to encourage
fellowship among psychology students. It is open to all students with an
interest in the science and practice of psychology.
SOCIETY OF PHYSICS STUDENTS: The McMurry Chapter of Phy-
sics Students is a charter chapter of the Society which was founded on
April 22, 1968. The purpose of the Society is to promote educational
activities for all students interested in physics and to encourage and assist
students to develop the knowledge, competence, enthusiasm, and social
responsibility that are essential to the advancement of physics. Member-
ship is open to all students interested in physics.
SOCIOLOGY CLUB: The McMurry Sociology Club was organized in the
fall of 1982 to promote the study of social life, to enhance the relationship
between sociology students and the human services agencies of our so-
ciety, and to encourage fellowship among sociology students. Member-
ship is open to students who are majoring or minoring in sociology.
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES: This local chapter of the
national organization is open to all interested students. FCA is a group
which has the purpose to confront athletes, coaches, and young people
with the challenge and adventure of following Christ through the fellowship
of the church and their chosen vocation.
STUDENT AMBASSADOR BOARD (SAB): The Student Ambassa-
dor Board was established in 1992. The purpose of S.A.B. is "To connect
Students....Past, Present and Future". They serve as liaisons between
McMurry University and prospective students, current students and the
alumni association. The Ambassador's represent McMurry by serving
as student hosts for all presidential functions and are often called upon
to welcome special guests that are visiting on campus. Student Ambas-
sador's help facilitate relationships and stimulate interest in McMurry Uni-
versity through various United Methodist Churches in the region. They are
actively involved in raising endowment funds to provide leadership schol-
arships for students, specifically the "Betty Gilbert Scholarship". Through
acts of service toward the "McMurry family" it is the hope of S.A.B. to
instill a spirit of philanthropy and charitable giving among all these groups
toward the University. The Student Ambassador Board plays a vital role
in "Cultivating Leadership, Excellence and Virtue....Every Student, Every
Day" which is the mission of McMurry.
SERVANT LEADERSHIP
The Servant Leadership Center of the Southwest strives to help students
become effective servants and leaders. Through curricular and extra-
curricular efforts, the Servant Leadership Center affirms that the most
effective leaders are, first, motivated to serve. In addition to six academic
courses in servant leadership, the Center oversees the Servant Leader-
ship Council, the Resident Servant Leader Learning Community, and
Preceptor service learning opportunities. Rather than offering a "program"
as such, the Servant Leadership Center seeks to be a presence on cam-
pus that inspires and celebrates servant leadership wherever it may be
found, whether these instances of servant leadership are part of a specific
program or spontaneous acts that empower others to grow and serve.
SERVICE CLUBS
ALPHA PHI OMEGA: Organized in 1964, the Omicron Delta Chapter
of this national service fraternity was founded for the primary purpose of
service to the University in all areas of civic life. New members are added
each year. The prospective members serve a period of pledging during
which time they are required to participate in various service projects.
SOCIAL CLUBS
There are elleven social clubs on the McMurry campus. They are founded
upon democratic principles and are dedicated to the promotion of whole-
some social activities. The student social organizations and Interclub
Councils are all under faculty/staff sponsorship.Clubs for Women:
Alpha Psi Alpha
Delta Beta Epsilon
Gamma SigmaClubs for Men:
HEI
KIVA
Ko SariPi Delta Phi
Theta Chi Lambda
T.I.P.Makona
XOCAMPUS ACTIVITIES BOARD (CAB)
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is a student run organization which
serves the McMurry Student Body through planning and sponsoring a
variety of programs on campus. The mission is two-fold: educate and
entertain the student body with engaging programs and to provide leader-
ship training for CAB members. CAB values creativity, integrity, passion,
diligence and service. Through membership and service to the university,
CAB increases retention at McMurry.
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
The Alumni Association is a representative body of McMurry alumni
whose primary focuses are to honor, preserve, and celebrate University
traditions, instill a strong sense of connectedness and pride, and create a
culture of stewardship for McMurry University. The Association provides
editorial input for the alumni publications, the McMurry Connections and
the Chieftain. In addition, the Alumni Association coordinates homecom-
ring events including class and special emphasis reunion groups; They
recognize outstanding alumni leadership through the presentation of the
Distinguished Alumni Award; They holds numerous alumni and Young
Alumni Club events; parents organization and family weekend; They pres-
ent the Cross and Flame award annually to an individual in the Northwest
Texas and New Mexico Annual Conferences in addition to one At-Large
ecipient from other Annual Conferences of the United Methodist Church;
The Alumni Association's board of directors is comprised of twenty-one
members who serves as a liaison between the alumni and McMurry Uni-
versity to represent alumni interests and contributions as a vital compo-
nent in maintaining the success and fulfilling the core values of McMurry
University
McMURRY RELIGIOUS LIFE
Religious Life Office - Garrison Campus Center Room 107. Sharing in
Methodism's concern that "knowledge and vital piety" might be creatively
united, McMurry University includes in its overall mission a concern for the
spiritual dimension of life. The University Chaplain serves as an advisor,
mentor, and companion on the journey to provide leadership and direction
with students, faculty, staff, and administrators who desire to search and
build their spiritual depth and well-being. Students are encouraged to
take an active part in the religious activities on campus. Opportunities are
available for students to attend and lead in a variety of worship settings;
participate in fellowship, study, and accountability groups; explore voca-
tions in the Church; and grow in wisdom and maturity in their faith journey.
COUNSELING SERVICES
Counseling Services is devoted to helping students who need assistance
in coping with personal problems. These include but are not limited to
depression, anxiety, issues of abuse or trauma, family of origin issues,
self-esteem, relationship issues, substance abuse, eating problems, and
grief. All on-campus counseling services are free and confidential to
McMurry students.
CAREER SERVICES
McMurry University Career Services provides a variety of career services
that can assist students and alumni in making wise career decisions.
Services provided are:
> Career Counseling/Testing - Help with decisions concerning majors,
careers, and career-related issues. Learn about yourself and what
careers/majors would be a good fit for you.
> Workshops/Resources- Assistance in creating resumes, job search
strategies, interview skills, networking, and job fair skills.
> Employment Services - Online Job postings are provided for
on-campus work study jobs and also for off campus part-time and
full-time jobs. A placement file service is maintained for seniors and
alumni. Resume and cover letter critique is available. Opportunities
for on-campus recruiting and on-campus interviews are offered.
SSpecial Programs - Recuirters from across the state come to theWCTCC Career Expo, Tri-University and the Graduate and Profes-
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