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College of Arts and Sciences Educators Club

About the Educators Club

The Kaplan University Educators Club was formed September 2008. The mission of Educators Club is to work together as a team and to respect the opinions and views of others. We will show our compassion for others and create, support, and maintain powerful engaged learning in the arts and sciences. As a team we will work together to stay in touch, keeping the communication lines open, offering support and help to all members. As a team, we will identify, create a plan of action, and implement services and activities that benefit all Kaplan University students and faculty. We will provide a forum for delivering feedback to the University. We also celebrate the unique talents and identify the specific needs of members, fellow nontraditional students, and faculty. As a team, we believe education, perseverance, and dedication are the keys to lifelong success.

Membership Requirements  Open to all undergraduate early childhood and educational paraprofessional students in the College of Arts and Sciences

 Students must be enrolled at Kaplan University

Membership Fees None

Benefits of Membership

 Recognition by society and peers  Excellent reference on resume  Leadership opportunities  Conference calls  Discussion sessions  Career resources and sharing experiences and advice  A new interactive classroom developed for the Educators Club

Contact Information

For chapter inquiries please email: [email protected]

For general inquires please email: [email protected] KAUSE- Kaplan African American Student Union

About the African American Student Union (KAUSE)

The Kaplan University African American Student Union (KAUSE) chapter was formed in 2009. The purpose of this clubs shall be to provide a structure through which, mentoring, social connections, professional networking, and career counseling programs can be channeled in the interest of the African American student: and to improve the general level of understanding within the university community about the heritage of minority students.

Membership Requirements

 Students must be enrolled in a communication degree program  After 6 months of being a member the students who join are expected to hold a 2.8 CGPA or better

Membership Fees Chapter fees: $10

 Social networking  Professional Networking  Leadership opportunities  Mentoring  Support to African American student body

Contact Information

For general inquires please email: [email protected] Lambda Pi Eta Honor Society (LPE)

About the Lambda Pi Eta Honor Society (LPE)

The Chi Omicron Chapter of Lambda Pi Eta at Kaplan University was formed in the summer of 2008. There are more than 400 active chapters at colleges and universities worldwide. The name Lambda Pi Eta is taken from Aristotle’s book, Rhetoric. Each Greek letter represents the three ingredients of persuasion: logic, pathos, and ethics.

 Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above

 Students must be a communications major

 Students must complete a minimum of 90 credits in the communications program at Kaplan University (not including transfer credits)

Membership Fees

One-time membership fee: $50

 Access to national publications  Online access to journal subscriptions  Exclusive access to the National Communication Association (NCA) journal database  National meetings and conferences  Special interest forums  Peer tutoring

Contact Information

For general inquires please email: [email protected] National Communication Association (NCA)

About the National Communication Association (NCA)

The Kaplan University National Communication Association (NCA) chapter was formed in 2008. NCA is a scholarly society that works to enhance the research, teaching, and service produced by its members on topics of both intellectual and social significance.

 Students must be enrolled in a communication degree program

Membership Fees Chapter fees: None

National fees: $5 due annually

 Recognition by the society and peers  Excellent reference on resume  Networking opportunities  Provide an outlet for undergraduate students and faculty to explore the communication field in its professional and scholarly aspects.  Promote interaction between students and faculty from the same and other institutions and events that promote interaction between students and professional practitioners.

Contact Information

For general inquires please email: [email protected]

Questions

For more information, visit the NCA website. OWLS Club

About the OWLS Club

The Kaplan University OWLS Club was formed in 2007. The purpose is to provide an opportunity for students to encourage and support one another, actively develop services and activities for the benefit of the student body, provide a forum for delivering feedback to the University, as well as celebrate the unique talents and identify the specific needs of nontraditional students.

 Students must be enrolled in the College of Arts or the School of Health Sciences at Kaplan University  Students must have at least one full term left before graduation

Membership Fees

 Networking opportunities  Leadership opportunities  Excellent reference on resume  Newsletters  Distinguished speakers

Contact Information For chapter inquiries please email: [email protected]

Psychology Club About the Psychology Club

The Kaplan University Psychology Club was formed in 2008. This club is a student run organization for psychology majors that encourage excellence and leadership through the sharing of experience, wonder, and knowledge of psychology.

 Students must be a psychology major at Kaplan University  Students must have at least one full term left before graduation

Membership Fees

 Networking opportunities  Leadership opportunities  Distinguished speakers  Excellent reference on resume

Women in Communications (WIC) About Women in Communications (WIC)

The Kaplan University Women in Communications chapter was formed in 2007. The Association for Women in Communications (WIC) is a professional organization that champions the advancement of women across all communications disciplines by recognizing excellence, promoting leadership, and positioning its members at the forefront of the evolving communications era.

 Students must be a communications major  Students must complete two terms at Kaplan University  Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above

Membership Fees

Questions

For more information, visit the Women in Communications website. School of Business and Management Kaplanomics

About Kaplanomics

The Kaplan University Economics Club, Kaplanomics was formed in 2010. Kaplanomics is an organization that connects students with business leaders, allowing them to shadow their learning styles while building an environment that’s encourages discussion on topics related to the economic stability of our communities, and the efforts initiated by government to make improvements.

Benefits:

 Recognition by the society and peers  Excellent reference on resume  Networking opportunities  Applies academic studies with professional

Requirements:

Undergraduate/ Graduate Business and Management Students

 Students must be in good standing with the university

Membership:

Chapter Fees: $0

For Chapter Inquiries Please Email: [email protected]

Net Impact About Net Impact

The Kaplan University Net Impact chapter was formed in 2009. Net Impact is an international nonprofit organization with the mission to inspire, educate, and equip individuals to use the power of business to create a more socially and environmentally sustainable world.

 Must be an active Kaplan University student

Membership Fees

New member fee: $30 national fee

 Access to national publications  Annual convention  Chapter leadership opportunities  Networking

Questions

For more information, visit the Net Impact website.

Project Management Institute (PMI)

About the Students of Project Management (StuPM) Community of Practice (CoP) The Kaplan StuPM CoP exists to promote the project management profession by partnering with PMI components to facilitate student involvement and professional development.

Benefits:

 Networking Opportunities  Leadership opportunities  Distinguished Speakers  Excellent reference on resume

Requirements:

Undergraduate/ Graduate: Business and Management Majors  Must have at least one full term left before graduation

Membership:

national fee: $40 annually

For Chapter Inquiries Please Email: [email protected]

National Site: www.pmi.org

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

About the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) The Kaplan University chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) was formed in 2009. SHRM serves the needs of the human resource management professional by providing the most essential and comprehensive set of resources available. In addition, the Society is committed to advancing the human resource profession and the capabilities of all human resource professionals to ensure that HR is an essential and effective partner in developing and executing organizational strategy.

 Students must be pursuing a Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Human Resources or a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a human resources career focus area  Students must have at least one full term left before graduation

Membership Fees Chapter Fee: None

National Fees: $35 due annually

 Networking opportunities  Leadership opportunities  Distinguished speakers  Excellent reference on resume  Chapter community area  National conferences  Scholarship opportunities  National publications

Contact Information

 For chapter inquiries please email: [email protected]

 For general inquires please email: [email protected]

Questions

For more information, visit the Society for Human Resource Management website.

Travel and Hospitality Network

About the Travel and Hospitality Network The Kaplan University Travel and Hospitality Network formed in 2009. The Travel and Hospitality Network provides professional development guidance along with social and educational networking opportunities for individuals interested in the hospitality industry.

 Students must be an undergraduate or graduate business student at Kaplan University  Students must have at least one full term left before graduation

Membership Fees None

Contact Information

School of Criminal Justice

Alpha Phi Sigma Honor Society (APS)

About the Alpha Phi Sigma Honor Society (APS) The Kaplan University Theta Epsilon Chapter of the Alpha Phi Sigma, Criminal Justice Honor Society was re-established in 2009. The Mission of Alpha Phi Sigma is to promote analytical thinking, rigorous scholarship, and lifelong learning; to keep abreast of the advances in scientific research; to elevate the ethical standards of the criminal justice professions; and to sustain in the public mind the benefit and necessity of education and professional training.

 Membership is open to all undergraduate and graduate criminal justice majors

 Membership is by invitation only

 Invitations are sent out twice a year to eligible students

Undergraduate Students

 Students must have completed at least four courses within the program

 Students must possess a cumulative GPA of 3.2

Graduate Students

 Students must have completed at least four courses within the program

 Studetns must possess a cumulative GPA of 3.4

Membership Fees

One-time membership fee: $60

 Networking opportunities  Leadership opportunities  Excellent reference on resume  Chapter community area  National conferences  Scholarship opportunities

Contact Information

For chapter inquiries please email, [email protected]

For general inquires please email: [email protected] Questions

For more information, visit the Alpha Phi Sigma website.

School of Health Sciences

American Medical Technologist Society (AMT)

About the American Medical Technologist Society (AMT)

The Kaplan University chapter of the American Medical Technologist Society (AMT) was formed in 2008. The mission of AMT is to “manage, promote, expand upon and continuously improve [AMT’s] certification programs for allied health professionals who work in a variety of disciplines and settings, to administer certification examinations in accordance with the highest standards of accreditation, and to provide continuing education, information, advocacy services and other benefits to our AMT members.”

Membership is by invitation only and is open to Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting and Associate of Applied Science in Medical Office Management students.

 Membership is by invitation only  Students must have a 2.0 GPA or above  Students must attend a new member meeting  Students must submit an application

Membership Fees

$5.00 due annually

Benefits of Membership  Educational and professional programs  Career assistance  Networking opportunities  Discounted personal programs  Join AMT and receive a membership card and lapel pin  Access to an online job bank, "AMT Career Connection”  Five scholarships ($500 each) available for students pursuing studies in medical laboratory technology, medical assisting, dental assisting, phlebotomy, or office laboratory technician  Every year in October, AMT honors medical assistants throughout the country during the National Medical Assistants Week

Contact Information

Questions

For more information, visit the American Medical Technologist website.

Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (AHDI)

About the Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (AHDI) The Kaplan University chapter of the Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (ADHI) was formed in 2008. The mission of AHDI is to promote the integrity of healthcare documentation through development of an educated, prepared workforce in clinical documentation.

 Students must be in good standing with the university  Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above  Medical transcription students in their second term or later qualify

Membership Fees Chapter fees: None

National fees: $55 due annually

 Recognition by the society and peers  Excellent reference on resume  Networking opportunities  Leadership opportunities  Excellent opportunity to serve the community

Contact Information

Questions

For more information, visit the AHDI website. School of Nursing

Nursing International Honor Society (NIHS)

About the Nursing International Honor Society (NIHS) The Kaplan University Nursing International Honor Society (NIHS) was formed in 2009. The mission of NIHS is to support the learning, knowledge, and professional development of nurses committed to making a difference in health worldwide.

 Students must be enrolled in a nursing degree program  Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above  Students must have earned 12 nursing or non-nursing credits completed at Kaplan University

Membership Fees One-time membership fee: $85

 Get involved: Involve yourself in the honor society by participating in chapter events  Get connected: Connect with other members through online forums  Get recognized: Recognize those that have made contributions to the nursing profession and receive recognition for your own success  Access to the nursing honor societies community classroom

Contact Information