Professional Student Organizations
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Organizations Open To All COHS Students
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American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS)
AAFCS is the professional organization for all human science disciplines. This organization sponsors professional development programs and interaction between students and professionals for students of all majors.
Advisor: Karen Alexander, HS 166C,
Co-Advisor: Letitia Killman,
President: Emily Allen -
Human Sciences Dean's Leadership Council
This collective voice of Human Sciences students will serve as a student government focusing on the needs and concerns of the students in the College of Human Sciences. Two student representatives from each major are selected by the Dean to serve on this Council.
Advisor: Dr. Lynn Huffman, HS 140A,
President: Brandon Taylor -
Human Sciences Recruiters
Recruiters serve as college ambassadors by assisting the recruitment coordinator in efforts to bring outstanding students to the College of Human Sciences. Students travel with the coordinator to high schools, junior colleges, and organization meetings across the state.
Advisor: Cindy Villegas, HS 178 742-3031 x 265
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International Interior Design Association
International Interior Design Association is a professional networking and educational association. IIDA is committed to enhancing the quality of life through excellence in Interior Design and advancing Interior Design through knowledge.
Advisor: Kristi Gaines, 742-3050
President: Whitney Lawshe, Mail Stop 2031-208, (817) 269-0933 Phi Upsilon Omicron (Phi U)
The Omega Chapter of Phi U is part of a national honor society of Human Sciences students who excel academically. Phi U recognizes and encourages academic excellence, develops qualities of personal and professional leadership, and provides opportunities for professional service as well as service to the profession. The Omega Chapter conducts initiation by invitation for students with a 3.25 GPA or above.
Advisor: Mitzi Ziegner, HS 265, 742-3000 x256,
President: Jenna AndersonTech Council on Family Relations (TCFR)
A non-profit educational and resource organization dedicated to promoting healthy families. The council provides opportunities to meet others interested in family relations and network with career professionals.
Advisor: Dr. Sylvia Niehuis, HS 509, 742-3000,
Co-Advisor: Dr. Elizabeth Sharp, HS 510, 742-3000,
President: Rachel Pride
Organizations Open to Specific COHS Students
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Association of Childhood Education (ACE)
This is a professional education/service organization for human development and family studies, elementary (4th - 6th grades) and early childhood (Pre-K – 4th grade) majors. Ace supports classroom experiences with professional insights on the development of children from early infancy through early adolescence.
Advisor: Kazuko Behrens, 742-3000 x281,
Co-Advisor: Dr. Sarah Kulkofsky, 742-3000 x292,
President: Nykol Cauhape -
American Society of Interior Designers (ASID)
Membership in the student chapter of this national professional organization promotes industry knowledge and a better understanding of the interior design profession.
Advisor: Kristi Gaines, HS 201C 742-3050
President: Audrey Wolter, website: www.orgs.ttu.edu/asid/ Association of Students About Service (ASAS)
To create an environment in which recovering students and those supporting recovery can interact socially and can be of maximum service to the College of Human Sciences, Texas Tech University, and the local, state, and national community.
Advisor: George Comiskey, CSAR 206, 742-2891,
President: Karen Scherr-
Club Managers Association of America (CMAA)
CMAA is a professional organization specifically for students interested in pursuing a career managing “city club” or “country club” facilities. With the support of area clubs, students have the opportunity to network with professionals and gain leadership and communication skills at local and national functions. Scholarships are available to members from state and regional CMAA chapters.
Advisor: J.B. Ward, 1901 University St. 601, 742-7462 x 270
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Eta Sigma Delta (EΣΔ)
An international honor society that recognizes exceptional academic achievement by inviting junior and senior RHIM students with a 3.25 GPA to join. The Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education (CHRIE), the leading international association devoted to hospitality and tourism education, administers this organization.
Advisor: Shane Blum, HS 601, 742-3068, ext.253
President: Michael Gonzales -
Graduate Restaurant, Hotel, and Institutional Management Studies (GRHIMS)
A professional organization open to all RHIM graduate students that provides an opportunity for students to develop leadership skills and assist new students entering the RHIM program. The organization provides a forum for students, faculty, and hospitality managers to discuss topics of mutual interest.
Advisor: Dr. Deborah Fowler HS 285, 742-3068, ext 241
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Hi-Tech Fashion Group
A professional organization for all majors related to the apparel industry including fashion design, merchandising, journalism, and marketing, which sponsor activities promoting the apparel/merchandising industry.
Advisor: Teresa Leos, 742-3050,
Co-Advisor: Valerie Hlavaty, 742-3068,
President: Bridget Jernigan -
Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International – Texas Chapter
A student chapter association with an emphasis in meeting and event planning; members participate in the planning of events in an effort to gain experience in the area of planning.
Advisor: Dr. Kelley Phelan, HS 281 742-3068
President: Katie Tedrick -
Personal Financial Planning Association (PFPA)
The PFPA serves as the student organization for students interested in a career in personal financial planning and the financial services profession. PFPA members also have the opportunity to become members of the Financial Planning Association (FPA) and/or the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA), both national professional organizations. Personal Financial Planning majors network with industry professional from across the country to learn about internships and opportunities in the field.
Advisors: Dr. Brian Korb, HS 271B, 742-5050 ext. 233
President: Madison Nipp,(806) 433-9172, Website: www.orgs.ttu.edu/pfpa -
Red to Black Financial Planning (R2B)
Red to Black offers free and confidential financial planning and counseling to Tech students and delivers financial education programs on personal finance topics for classes and student organizations. Upper division students and graduate students in the Personal Financial Planning Program are trained to provide services as Outreach-based Peer Financial Planners and Client-based Peer Financial Planners. Red to Black also promotes a greater understanding of financial planning and counseling through continuing education training, including meetings with guest speakers and roundtable discussions.
Advisor: Dr. Dottie Durband, HS 271B, 742-5050, ext. 234
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Student Dietetic Association (SDA)
A Nutritional Sciences major is eligible for membership in SDA, which affords national American Dietetic Association affiliation. Members participate in chapter business and volunteer in activities such as Ronald McDonald House. Prominent guest speakers provide the latest updates in the field of nutritional sciences.
Advisor: Dr. Deborah Fowler, HS 283, 742-3068 x295,
President: McCall Keathley
Website: www.orgs.ttu.edu/sda/