For more information, contact: Mary Ann Vimont (mafarl01@uky.edu)  -  133C Dickey Hall  -  (859) 257-1778

KDP is a chapter of the international Kappa Delta Pi honor society which is dedicated to scholarship and excellence in education. Undergraduate students are required to have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 and graduate students need a cumulative 3.75 GPA. The UK chapter, which was reinstalled in early December, hopes to develop programming for the college beginning in the spring semester.

Kentucky Association for Early Childhood Educators
President: Shannon Laeng
Advisor: Charlotte Manno (cgmann0@uky.edu or acnm1@aol.com)

KEA Student Program is an independent group that believes in leadership and student professional development. The primary purpose of this group is to support education and improve conditions for all children, schools and teachers. Membership is open to any student interested in education. Events include professional development speakers/sessions, conferences, Read Across America, Books for Children, and Walk Against Child Abuse. Liability insurance is provided through the association with a paid membership. Website: http://kea.org/studentprog. See below to join the listserv and receive updates about upcoming events. To join, pick up a new member folder in 133A Dickey Hall.

Kinesiology & Health Promotion Majors (Undergraduates)
President: Jody Schultz (jodaceein@yahoo.com)
Advisor: Lucian Taylor (lbtayl00@uky.edu)

KHP Majors Club is a group of students in Kinesiology and Health Promotion that do different activities to promote unity and professionalism. They attend State and Regional Conferences, plan activities within the group such as camping, jump rope for heart, and fund raisers to support the events. They have a President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. The club meets once a month less a special meeting is needed.

Minority Education Association
President: Danielle Thompson (dthompson852000@yahoo.com)
Advisor: Rose Boulay (rose.boulay@uky.edu)

MEA promotes the recruitment and retention of minorities in education through middle and high school mentoring, guides teacher education program students, and facilitates employment upon graduation.

UKRCSA is a student-run organization dedicated to the promotion of professional identity and commitment to improving the quality of life and access to employment and community participation of persons who have disabilities. Students in the Rehabilitation Counseling Program and related fields (Social Work, Special Education) are encouraged to participate. There are no membership dues. Funds are raised through the sale of merchandise and contributions.

SCEC is a professional development and service organization for students at any level or pursuing any degree program. The purposes of the organization include (a) being advocates for children with disabilities, (b) advancing the professional development of its members, and (c) providing charitable and other services to persons with disabilities. SCEC is a student chapter of an international organization, the Council for Exceptional Children.

Epsilon Delta
Advisor: Mary Shake (mcshak1@uky.edu)

Epsilon Delta is the Education Honorary dedicated to service, leadership and fellowship. It is open to any education major (undergraduate or graduate) who has completed at least 30 credit hours with at least a 3.2 GPA.

Middle School Association
President: Kathryn Huffman (kehuff2@uky.edu)

UKMSA provides opportunities for fellowship and professional development for students interested in middle school education. UKMSA sponsors activities such as mock interviews, a teacher appreciation banquet, and members regularly attend the state middle school convention.

Big Blue Council of Teachers of Mathematics
President:
Advisor: Tim Jacobbe (tim.jacobbe@uky.edu)

Big Blue Council of Teachers of Mathematics (BBCTM) is a professional organization of students planning to teach mathematics. BBCTM is open to all students, particularly Math Education (MIC), Middle School Education (Mathematics Concentration), and Elementary Education majors. We are affiliated with the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM).

 

The Student Organization Room is reserved for meetings of College of Education student groups. It is located in room 167 Taylor Education Building and is equipped with a conference area as well as space for small, informal gatherings. If you would like to reserve the room for your student organization, contact Mary Ann Vimont: (859) 257-1778 or mafarl01@uky.edu