Student Clubs

Kappa Delta Pi, an International Honor Society in Education, was founded March 8, 1911 at the University of Illinois. The Chi Kappa Chapter of Lewis-Clark State College was installed in 1996 and was the first Idaho chapter; it became the last chapter necessary to complete membership in all fifty states. The Chi Kappa Chapter promotes better teaching and learning through identification and recognition of both outstanding teacher candidates and practicing educators.  Teacher candidates must possess a grade point average of no less than 3.5 and be nominated on the basis of demonstrated potential to become strong leaders in Education. Practicing educators are nominated by a committee of their peers, as individuals who have demonstrated high academic ideals and made significant contributions to the education profession.  The chapter sponsors several annual social and professional activities, and members have the opportunity to represent the chapter at the biennial national conference.

For more information, contact the Chi Kappa Chapter advisor, Dr. Ken Wareham, at klwareham@lcsc.edu.

The Spanish Club promotes the language and culture of Spanish-speaking countries as it organizes academic, social, and service activities on campus and within the local community.

As a club, Speech and Debate is a place for students to develop and polish their performance, critical thinking, and research skills. Students with no prior experience are welcome and the tournaments the club attends have categories specifically for these types of students. With a wide range of speech formats, a student can find their niche or try many different ways of communication. Tournaments are held in person and virtually, meaning students can participate in ways most conducive to their schedule and class load. Meeting times vary every semester to accommodate most students. The club will typically attend two tournaments a semester.

When not competing, the club is actively involved on campus. The club regularly hosts debates open to the public with a wide range of topics. These debates feature members of the team who offer argumentation on multiple sides of an issue, with additional time designated for audience participation and comments. In 2023, the club hosted the Town Hall Debates for the Associated Students of Lewis-Clark State College elections. Team members helped plan and moderate the debate to help the candidates share their ideas. The club also regularly participates in campus events such as Warrior Wednesday and the Welcome Fair.

Want in?
Email the advisor: Marcy Halpin at mlhalpin@lcsc.edu

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Public Debates
2022 Public Debate: Vampires VS Zombies
2021 Public Debate: Police Reform Panel with Justice Studies Club

Pathfinder Articles
Club of the Issue: Speech and Debate

The Secondary Education Exploration Club provides a lively forum for the discussion and exchange of ideas among Secondary English Education majors, as well as with other Secondary Education majors, English majors, minors, and those interested in education. The club elects its own officers and schedules annual conferences, social activities, and community service projects. It also partners with other groups on campus, such as the Writing Center, Speech and Debate Club, and college media where the groups’ interests intersect.

The Silverthorne Theatre Group looks to involve students in producing live theatre on campus whether on stage or behind the scenes, whether faculty or student created. The club also brings guest artists to campus and is actively involved in the Kennedy Center American Theatre Festival a multi-faceted regional theatre competition/scholarship opportunity showcasing the best creative work in all areas of college theatre.

SPARC is a program for students with disabilities aged 18–21, and teaches key skills that lead to independence, employment, success, and happiness. SPARC is a partnership between the Lewiston School District and Lewis-Clark State College. The program is housed on the LCSC campus, which allows SPARC students to participate in many college experiences including the library, gym, clubs, and activities such as Warrior Wednesday. The program staff includes a certified special education teacher and an instructional assistant. Students attend an academic and functional program each morning focused on skills related to the student’s post-school goals.  Each afternoon, students participate in the work experience component of the program. Work sites exist throughout the community and are fully supported by the Lewiston School District.  The program is housed in Sam Glenn and students routinely use other campus classrooms and computer labs.  Students have the opportunity to audit selected courses at the college, depending on their skills and interests. SPARC students are also issued an LCSC Warrior activity card that allows access to campus events.

View our brochure, check out our website, or visit our SPARC Facebook page!

If you have a special talent you would like to share with the SPARC Team or would like to make a donation, contact Julie Bieker at (208) 790-3519.

The Idaho Council for Exception Children (CEC), LCSC Student Chapter welcomes new members seeking a special education minor or a gifted and talented endorsement.  The student chapter actively participates in professional development activities that align to the state unit and shares the following mission statement: "To improve educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities."  A non-profit association, CEC accomplishes its mission - which is carried out in support of special education professionals and others working on behalf of individuals with exceptionalities - by:

• advocating for appropriate governmental practices,
• setting professional standards,
• providing continuing professional development,
• advocating for newly and historically underserved individuals with exceptionalities,
• and, helping professionals achieve the conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice.

For more information please contact the TEAM office at education@lcsc.edu.