Purpose
Student clubs and organizations provide a framework for students in which they may develop their own special talents and interests.
The purpose of registered student clubs at the College is to contribute to the educational and social development of the students. Registration of a club does not imply College sanction of the club or its activities; it is simply a charter to gain access to College facilities for meeting purposes.
For a complete list of student clubs visit: www.palmer.edu/Clubs.
Policies, Rules and Guidelines for Student Clubs and Organizations
Students clubs shall abide by applicable law, institutional policies and all College regulations contained in the Catalog, Student Handbook, Student Code of Ethics, Student Clubs and Activities Handbook, Annual Security and Fire Safety Report and Drug and Alcohol Abuse Awareness, and other publications and notices placed on official College bulletin boards including its website.
Detailed information regarding additional policies, rules and guidelines that govern student clubs is published in the Student Clubs and Activities Handbook.
For a complete copy of the Student Clubs and Activities Handbook and/or inquiries regarding the coordination and/or administration of student clubs, contact:
MAIN CAMPUS
Lora Schroeder, Student Activities Coordinator Student Services
1000 Brady Street, Davenport, IA 52803
563-884-5838
lora.schroeder@palmer.edu
PALMER FLORIDA
Dawn Funk, Student Activities Coordinator Student Services
4777 City Center Parkway, Port Orange, FL 32129
386-763-2722
dawn.funk@palmer.edu
PALMER WEST
Michael Crump, M.Ed., Director of Student Services Office of Student Services
90 E. Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134
408-944-6122
michael.crump@palmer.edu
Promotion of Non-College Business Interests
As provided by the Student Code of Ethics students are prohibited from acting on behalf of faculty, staff, students and/or third party entrepreneurs who wish to promote their personal non-College business interests to other students, faculty and staff on or off campus. This prohibition includes, but is not limited to, the promise of or receipt by students of compensation, rewards and other incentives to act as agents for such non-College business interests.
Student clubs or members are not authorized to enter into a contract on behalf of the College. Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action.
Use of “Palmer” Name
Clubs may not use the Palmer name, crest, seal, brand, trademarks or any other insignia, including the name “Palmer College of Chiropractic” or any abbreviation of it as part of their name except to identify location or chapter without the College’s prior written approval.
Community Involvement
Student clubs may not involve the outside community in their activities without prior written consent from the Dean of Student Affairs. Consent may be granted if the Dean determines the scope and extent of outside community involvement serves the College’s best interest.
Student Club and Organization Classifications
There is a diverse classification of registered student clubs and organizations at the College. Designated College officials on each campus are responsible for overseeing all officially registered clubs. All clubs must have a faculty or staff adviser. Designated Student Services representatives work with each club and/or club advisor to manage the budget, provide guidance for programming and compliance with policies and procedures.
Students interested in learning about a particular club or starting a new club should contact Student Activities Coordinator. In addition, Student Services personnel are available to help clubs with certain needs that may arise.
Academic
This classification includes all clubs with the primary purpose of encouraging scholarly learning outside the classroom regarding chiropractic and/or other academic information.
Informational/Special Interests Clubs
This classification includes all student clubs with the primary purpose of providing information to members and other interested parties regarding particular states and countries and other special interests.
Professional Clubs
This classification includes all clubs with the primary purpose of promoting the chiropractic profession. Examples include: the Palmer Student Alumni Foundation (PSAF), the Student American Black Chiropractic Association (SABCA), the Student American Chiropractic Association (SACA), the Student International Chiropractors Association (SICA), and the Palmer Business Center Ambassadors.
Service Clubs
This classification includes all clubs with the primary purpose of providing a service to the College or outside community.
Social Clubs
This classification includes all clubs with the primary purpose of providing a social outlet for students.
Sports/Recreational Clubs
This classification includes all intramural and extramural clubs with the primary purpose of encouraging participation in sports as a recreational activity. Intramural clubs compete within the College. Extramural clubs compete with teams outside the College at a similar level. They compete against extramural clubs from other colleges or in adult recreational leagues within the local city area. They may compete for league titles but have no affiliation with any state or national organization.
Student Council/Associated Student Government
The elected Student Council/Associated Student Government (ASG) organizations serve as a liaison between the College administration and the student body. They represent, encourage and seek input regarding student concerns and needs. Student Council or ASG members may also be asked to provide representation on new or ad hoc committees within the College. Each class will elect a representative to participate in student governance.
