The Scripps College's student organizations afford many great opportunities. They connect you with students who share your interests and with the industry you want to enter. And because they send a representative to the College's Student Council, they also give you a voice in campus affairs and college policies.

Scripps College of Communication Council of Student Organizations

The Ohio University Advertising Association, commonly called Ad Club, is a pre-professional organization that welcomes all majors and is connected with the American Advertising Federation (AAF). The OUAA competes annually in the AAF’s National Student Advertising Competition, for which OUAA devises an entire advertising campaign around a product “on loan” by a company. OUAA takes trips to New York in the fall and Chicago in the spring for advertising conferences, in addition to participating in intramural sports and holding various social events. Contact Ryan Dease at rd192106@ohio.edu.

ACRN, the All-Campus Radio Network, is Ohio University's only radio station that is completely student-run. Operating from facilities on the third floor of Baker Center, ACRN transmits to the entire university and the world using Internet streaming technology. Opportunities are available in 12 departments including Engineering, Mobile Services, Music, News, Production, Programming, Promotions, Public Relations, Sales, Traffic, Alumni Relations and Web. There is something for you to do and learn at ACRN. All majors welcome. Contact Bryan Olinger at gm@acrn.com for more details about The Rock Lobster.

The Association for Women in Communication (AWC) is a professional organization devoted to the advancement of women communicators. AWC offers a variety of activities, including a peer mentor program, Endeavors newsletter, resume workshop and job shadowing. In 2001, Ohio’s AWC won the National Outstanding Student Chapter Award and the Outstanding Chapter Adviser Award. In 2002 the chapter won the National Outstanding Student Chapter Newsletter Award. All majors are welcome. Contact Jessi Ford at jf301004@ohio.edu.

Athens Video Works (AVW) is Ohio University’s Emmy Award-winning student-run video production house and offers experience in all areas of production, including general management, sales, programming and marketing in addition to the production process itself. The variety of shows students work on includes sports, game shows, sitcoms, entertainment magazines, talk shows and music concerts. Most of the programming on WOUB II channel, viewed throughout the Athens community, is produced by AVW. Contact Amy Graves at ag999204@ohio.edu.

The Black Student Communication Caucus (BSCC) is an organization that provides personal support and helps develop professional skills for students who wish to pursue a career in some aspect of communication. Each year BSCC  elaborates on the classroom experiences of its membership with seminars and programs, annual professional development trips to various cities, guest speakers and a biennial communication conference open to the entire college. In addition to providing opportunities to enhance preparation for post-graduate experiences, BSCC also prides itself on creating a family feeling. We encourage everyone to join us. Contact Shaylyn Cochran at sc307303@ohio.edu.

Brick City Records, founded in 2003, is a completely student-run record label affiliated with Ohio University. To our knowledge, no public university has attempted anything like this before. The main goal of Brick City Records is to provide Southeastern Ohio and the Ohio University community with the opportunity for an artist to record, distribute and promote quality music. Students participate in every aspect of the record business: scouting talent and producing albums, sales, marketing, promotion, legal and financial aspects. Contact Ricky Chilcott at rc324204@ohio.edu or Brickcity@ohio.edu.

The Ohio University Forensics Speech and Debate Team competes throughout the year beginning in September and concluding in April. The goal of the forensics program is to provide students with opportunities to develop and improve skills in public speaking, argumentation, performance, research and critical thinking—all in a competitive and educational environment. Students may compete in a variety of events, including public speaking (after dinner, extemporaneous, impromptu, informative, persuasive and communication analysis) and Lincoln-Douglas Debate. Most travel is funded, and scholarship opportunities are available. This diverse group of fun-loving, hard-working individuals welcomes any and all interested students. No prior experience is necessary. Contact Coach Dan West at westd1@ohio.edu.

The Global Leadership Center (GLC)
How can a spa owner in Bangkok better market its services to Americans visiting Thailand? What's the best way to offer microfinance loans to market women in Liberia? How can the Embassy of Poland create better ties between Poland and Ohio? The Global Leadership Center certificate program allows students to tackle real-world questions like these. Open to all students, GLC projects are based on interdisciplinary, problem-solving teamwork. Students enter the program as sophomores or juniors. Each student completes six international and cross-cultural projects including one project abroad and a second international experience or an internship with an international focus. Contact Director Greg Emery at emery@ohio.edu.

ImPRessions is Ohio University’s student-run public relations firm. As a part of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), ImPRessions provides  hands-on experience in public relations. From start to finish, members work on an account team of at least four people. They meet with clients to develop goals, create strategic public relations plans, implement tactics and evaluate outcomes. Working with others on one of  ImPRessions 8 to 10 commercial, non-profit and University accounts, members learn about  public relations and teamwork while building their portfolios. Members from all communication disciplines and with all levels of experience are welcome. Contact Mary Krouse at mk298002@ohio.edu.
    
The Ohio University Multimedia Society is an organization for students who want to explore different aspects of design, multimedia and the Internet. Members of OUMS critique print and digital work, discuss the latest technologies, visit design firms, give advice on classes, help with VisCom’s Dawn to Dusk, and much more. A smaller group within OUMS, called the Web Design Association (WDA) works on smaller web design projects throughout the year. Most members are multimedia majors in the School of Visual Communication, but all majors are welcome. Contact Julianne Petrarca at jp115803@ohio.edu

The National Communication Association Student Club (NCASC) is a professional organization dedicated to teaching communication students more about the field of communication as a whole. It accomplishes this through interactive workshops, guest speakers, mentoring programs, networking trips and job shadowing. NCASC is open to all communication majors. Contact Anna Rankin at ar183404@ohio.edu.

The National Press Photographers Association (NPPA) student chapter is an organization that brings together photojournalism students and those interested in photojournalism. The chapter brings working professionals to campus to speak with students. At chapter meetings, students learn about aspects of the field and share their work with their peers. As an affiliate of the national professional association, the student chapter provides access to various publications, internship opportunities and job information. The NPPA student chapter’s main goal is educational, permitting students to learn from professionals, from news organizations, newspapers and magazines. Adviser Marcy Nighswander of the School of Visual Communication is a Pulitzer-prize winning photojournalist. Contact her at nighswam@ohio.edu.

The Online Journalism Student Society (OJSS) was founded in Fall 2003 for students interested in the new, growing and rapidly changing field of online media. In addition to creating a community of students interested in online journalism, OJSS plans to hold workshops, invite speakers and create a database of online internships. For more information, contact Jen Monroe at jm247604@ohio.edu.

The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is an organization for students interested in public relations or influential communications. PRSSA aims (1) to introduce students to the field of PR, (2) to help students gain PR skills through its activities and (3) to help students land internships and jobs. PRSSA students produce several publications, operate a 40-plus-member PR firm, attend national and regional conferences and just have a good time in general. Students in news-editorial journalism, online journalism, broadcast journalism, advertising, public relations, communication studies, English, visual communication, graphic design and sports industry will benefit, but all majors are welcome. PRSSA has won national awards fro 12 of the last 13 years. Contact Katie Simpson at ks122103@ohio.edu. Also visit the chapter’s web site at www.ohio.edu/~prssa.

The Radio-Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) is the only organization at Ohio University specifically for students in broadcast journalism but welcomes all majors related to the field. The student chapter is affiliated with the national professional organization of the same name. Benefits of joining are (1) networking with news directors, reporters, producers and anchors from stations across the nation as well as in Ohio; (2) practicing in-studio; (3) meeting professionals; (4) making friends in the major; and (5) learning about internships. The group also travels to the national RTNDA conference and hosts a local conference. Contact Andrea Dessoffy at ad284203@ohio.edu.

The Society for News Design provides members with portfolio input, job opportunities and a forum for interacting with other news designers. Students interested in informational graphics and publication design are welcome. Adviser Terrence Oliver of the School of Visual Communication is a two-time Pulitzer-prize winner. Contact him at olivert@ohio.edu.

The Society for Photo Illustration (SPI) is an organization intended for students enrolled in the commercial photography sequence in the School of Visual Communication. Commercial photographers are often called illustrators because they can manipulate and control images to fit their visions, unlike photojournalists who document reality. This growing group meets twice a week to review portfolios, critique projects and conduct workshops. Each October, SPI helps to support students attending the National Photo Expo Convention in New York City. Contact Jill Huddleston at jh105804@ohio.edu.

The Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) is the only professional organization at Ohio University for news-editorial, magazine and photojournalism students that is committed to developing students’ energy, talent and pursuit of the truth. Professional programming, networking and field trips will be only part of the experience you’ll gain with SPJ. Contact Karen Zolka at kz370705@ohio.edu.

Speakeasy is a daily updated Web magazine (Webzine) by and for the Ohio University student. We strive to chronicle the Athens social scene by focusing on campus culture at OU: what happened, what's happening and what's going to happen. With smart, citizen journalism techniques, Speakeasy offers a fresh, alternative look at "news" that matters to the college student. We don't just report - we get into the heart of the matter by making sure our number one priority is heard: the OU student voice. Speakeasy staffers believe the news isn't a monologue: it's a dialogue to be shared. For information, contact Meghan Louttit at mg237004@ohio.edu.

The goal of the WOUB Student Professional Development Program (SPDP) in the Telecommunications Center is to introduce students to the craft of video production, broadcasting, on-line services, community outreach and other media services. The Center operates WOUB TV and the WOUB Radio networks, involving students in various productions. SPDP offers hands-on training and experiences that complement classroom learning for students majoring in related fields or who want to explore those fields. Contact Mike Rodriguez at mike_rodriguez@woub.pbs.org. or Kim Kanner at kk915804@ohio.edu or Alex Thompson at at356404@ohio.edu.

Telecommunications Systems Management Association (formerly Students in Communication Management) is a student organization that brings together students, faculty and alumni/alumnae to develop skills and knowledge in the communication technology and regulation industries for now and after graduation. Activities TSMA sponsors are resume help, job placement assistance, field trips, service projects and guest speakers who cover a variety of topics. Twin highlights of being a member of TSMA are the networking capabilities between students and guest speakers and the hands-on experience from service projects. Contact Alicia Cline at ac163903@ohio.edu.