Student Life

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The Office of Student Life offers a variety of out-of-classroom activities and opportunities for student engagement and learning including:

• Student clubs and organizations
• Field trips
• Service projects
• Multi-cultural programs
• Co-curricular grant program (ties out-of-classroom programming with course learning outcomes).
• Social events (Back-to-school picnic, Graduation Celebration
party, etc.)
>> See the full events calendar

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Student Clubs [Back to top]

Joining a student club is a wonderful opportunity to get involved with campus life at JSRCC. Being a member of a student club will allow you to plan programs for your fellow students, develop essential leadership skills, and make life-long friendships.

Joining a Student Club
If you are interested in joining a student club at JSRCC, check out the following clubs and their information:

Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Theta Kappa is the internationally recognized honor society for 2-year and junior colleges. This club provides its members with opportunities in leadership, scholarship, fellowship, and service.

For more information, please contact Kemper Steele at tsteele@reynolds.edu or Wendy Gray at wgray@reynolds.edu.

Phi Beta Lambda
Phi Beta Lambda is the nationally recognized business organization. This club fosters the professional development of students who are interested in a career in business.

For more information, please contact Dr. Mel Burton at mburton@reynolds.edu.

Sustainable Agriculture Club
The Sustainable Agriculture Club is primarily an online discussion group for current students or JSRCC graduates who are enrolled in or have completed at least one 3-credit Sustainable Agriculture course.

For more information, please contact Cindy Conner at sunfieldva@aol.com.

Horticulture Club
The Horticulture Club provides opportunities for professional development, social interaction, and community service to students with vocational interests in the field of horticulture.

For more information, please contact Mike Wallace at Boojumboy2@aol.com.

Anime Club
The Anime Club introduces Japanese animation to members, other students, and staff. Club members lead online discussions about plot, character, dynamics, etc.

For more information, please contact Timothy Hoffman at thoffman@reynolds.edu.

Performing Arts Club
The Performing Arts Club provides opportunities for members to develop their acting skills through basic practice and “improve” skits. The club also encourages students to join with an interest in stage production, set design, and script writing.

For more information, please contact Kemper Steele at tsteele@reynolds.edu.

Early Childhood Education Club
The Early Childhood Education Club provides opportunities for professional development and community service to students who are interested in early childhood development.

For more information, please contact Kathy Larue at mlarue@reynolds.edu.

Culinary Arts Club
The Culinary Arts Club provides culinary arts students with an environment to professionally develop.

For more information, please contact Eric Breckoff at ebreckoff@reynolds.edu.

Student Virginia Education Association
The Student Virginia Education Association provides informational activities about the teaching profession to students who are interested in a career in teaching.

For more information, please contact Dr. Harriet Morrison at hmorrison@reynolds.edu.

Student Council Association
The Student Council Association has a three-prong mission: to plan general programs for the student body with an emphasis on community service; to serve as an advocacy group for the student body through participation on college-wide committees; and to develop leadership skills and life-long values in its members.

For more information, please contact Kemper Steele at tsteele@reynolds.edu.

American Sign Language Club
The American Sign Language Club enhances sign language skills of students who have taken an introductory class to American Sign Language.

For more information, please contact Bruce Sofinski at bsofinski@reynolds.edu.

P.A.V.E. Club
The P.A.V.E. Club (Program for Adults in Vocational Education) develops leadership and social skills for students who are enrolled in the P.A.V.E. program.

For more information, please contact Debby Wilkerson at dwilkerson@reynolds.edu.

Human Services Club
The Human Services Club provides opportunities for professional development and community service to students who are interested in human services (i.e. childcare, mental health, hospitals, etc.).

For more information, please contact Pamela Ratliff at pratliff@reynolds.edu.

Oasis Bible Study
The Oasis Bible Study provides an opportunity each week for students to gather and share their Christian faith through reading Scripture, leading discussions, and playing spiritual music.

For more information, please contact Kemper Steele at tsteele@reynolds.edu.

Starting a New Student Club
If you are interested in starting a new student club, please complete the New Student Club Proposal here.

>> See a sample constitution to help create your club.

For Current Club Members
If you are already a member of an existing student club at JSRCC, please use the following forms when planning a club activity:

>> Student Club Event Proposal
>> Student Club Request for Funds

*IMPORTANT*
All JSRCC student clubs must follow Student Life policies and procedures.
Failure to follow any of the policies and procedures may result in the refusal of funding or even the removal of official club status within the Office of Student Life.

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Student Council & Ambassadors 2009-2010 [Back to top]

Emir Omerovic, President, Student Council Association

Emir Omerovic, 20, is a Business major at JSRCC. He lives in Richmond, but has also lived in Bosnia i Hercegovina. After graduation, he plans to transfer to either Virginia Commonwealth University or University of Virginia to pursue an Accounting degree. Eventually, Emir plans to attend law school and pursue a career in law. He aspires to be a Supreme Court judge. In addition to serving as the JSRCC SCA president, Emir enjoys basketball, volleyball, exercise and spending time with family and friends.

Doug Ford, Vice President of Western Campus, Student Council Association & Student Ambassador

Doug Ford, 21, graduated from J.R. Tucker High School in 2006 and is a graduate of the Richmond Area Ford Training (RAFT) program at JSRCC and has an associate’s degree in Applied Science. He is currently studying Mechanical Engineering and plans to transfer to Virginia Commonwealth University to complete a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. He aspires to apply his skills to designing and testing new cars and parts. In addition to working on cars, Doug enjoys volleyball and spending time with friends. He is a JSRCC Student Ambassador, the Student Council Association Vice President of the College’s Western Campus, a member of JSR LEAD, the College’s leadership group, and has been named to the Dean’s List every semester he has attended Reynolds. Doug also serves on a STIR committee (Sustainable Transportation Initiative of Richmond), an initiative formed to lead the effort and successful integration of green, alternative, environmentally- friendly vehicles and transportation systems into the City of Richmond.


Abbey Brown, Vice President of Parham Road Campus, Student Council Association

Abbey Brown, 19, graduated from Lee-Davis High School in 2008 and is now working on an associate’s degree in Social Sciences, with a specialization in Teacher Preparation. She plans to transfer to a four-year college or university and, eventually, pursue a master’s degree. Abbey hopes to become an elementary school teacher. In addition to serving as a SCA officer, Abbey is a member of the Oasis Bible Study and Phi Theta Kappa honor society. She spends her summers serving as a counselor at a Bible camp in Pennsylvania.

Rapheal Parker, Vice President of Downtown Campus, Student Council Association

Rapheal Parker, 21, is a 2006 graduate of Highland Springs High School and is currently studying Business Administration at JSRCC. Rapheal plans to transfer to a Virginia four-year college or university. He says if he cannot make it to the NBA, he would like to be a successful businessman. He is a JSRCC Student Council Association officer, on the Dean’s List and a member of the College’s Multicultural Enrichment Council. He enjoys basketball, drawing and spending time with his family and special friends.


Alison Carlin, Secretary, Student Council Association & Student Ambassador

Alison Carlin, 19, graduated from Deep Run High School in 2008 and is currently enrolled in the College’s Pre-Nursing and Allied Health program. Alison is a JSRCC Student Council Association officer and serves as a Student Ambassador. She plans on becoming a registered nurse and, later, transferring to Virginia Commonwealth University to pursue a master's degree in Social Work. She is interested in professions that will allow her to give back and make a difference in the community. Alison is also a member of JSRCC’s Phi Theta Kappa honor society and was named to the Dean’s List in 2008. She volunteers, manages long term recovery through a 12-step fellowship, and enjoys spending time with family and friends.


Chase Painter, Student Ambassador

Chase Painter, 19, graduated in 2008 from Lloyd C. Bird High School. In addition to his science studies at JSRCC, he serves as a Student Ambassador, participated in the College’s student leadership program, LEAD, and is the president of the JSRCC Phi Theta Kappa honor society Alpha Gamma Omicron chapter for the Downtown Campus. Chase plans to transfer to either Virginia Commonwealth University or University of Virginia to study Biological Science and
Pre-med. He plans on becoming a family physician. He is currently on the Dean’s List as well as the President’s Honor roll.


Dario Huynh, Student Ambassador

Dario Huynh, 20, is a 2007 graduate of Meadowbrook High School. He currently lives in Chesterfield County, but is originally from Vietnam. Dario is enrolled in the Engineering program at JSRCC. In addition to serving as a Student Ambassador, he also participates in JSRCC’s leadership program, LEAD. After completing his associate’s degree at Reynolds, Dario is considering joining the U.S. Air Force to study in the HVAC Apprenticeship; however, he is also pursuing the guaranteed admissions agreement with Virginia Tech. He has a love of cars and is in the process of restoring a 1977 Datsun 280Z.


Nicole Abato, Student Ambassador

Nicole Abato, 32, graduated from Hermitage High School in 1995 and is currently enrolled in the Administration of Justice program at JSRCC. Upon graduation, Nicole plans to transfer to Virginia Commonwealth University to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. She aspires to be a victim's rights advocate for humans and animals. In her spare time, Nicole enjoys cross stitch, music, reading, painting and volunteering with the Seva Foundation and GREAT, the Golden Retriever Rescue Society. In addition to serving as a JSRCC Student Ambassador, Nicole was also named to the Dean's List for fall 2008 and spring 2009.


Justin Neagle, Student Ambassador

Justin Neagle, 19, is a 2008 graduate of Lee Davis High. He is studying Business Administration at JSRCC and plans to transfer to either Virginia Commonwealth University or University of Virginia after completing his associate’s degree. His career goals include work in pharmaceutical sales, marketing or advertising. Justin played volleyball throughout high school and still continues to play. He is an assistant coach for the Lee-Davis High School volleyball team and holds two part-time jobs – one of which is as a pharmacy technician at a Mechanicsville drug store. Justin is also a member of the College’s Phi Beta Lambda club for future business leaders.



Tara Foster, Student Ambassador

Tara Foster, 26, graduated from the Governor’s School for Government and International Studies in 2001. She is currently studying Business Administration at JSRCC. Tara is a member of Phi Theta Kappa and Phi Beta Lambda. She also serves the College as a Student Ambassador and a student tutor. Upon graduation, Tara plans to transfer to a four-year college or university to study Marketing and Public Relations and, later, pursue a law degree. Tara says she chose to attend Reynolds because she knew it was a great opportunity to get an excellent education at a price she could afford. She became a Student Ambassador in the spring of 2008 after seeing what an amazing impact the program had on her Reynolds experience. Tara is also the lead singer in a band and recording a CD set for release this fall.

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Community Service [Back to top]

Getting involved not only within the school environment but also throughout the larger community is a key component of the college experience. The Office of Student Life encourages you to participate in the community service opportunities that we are currently coordinating here at JSRCC.

If you are interested in volunteering on your own, check out the following links to various community agencies within the Richmond area:

Contact Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity
April Wilson, Volunteer Coordinator, 804-232-7001

Contact Big Brothers Big Sisters
Michelle Swanson, Recruiter/Partnership Coordinator, 804-261-
4940 ext. 17

Contact The Carver Promise  
Casey Rogers, Volunteer Coordinator, 804-355-0209 or email crogers@carverpromise.org

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Policies and Procedures [Back to top]

The following are the policies and procedures of the Office of Student Life that govern how the unit functions with regards to planning activities and managing student clubs:

>> Creating a new student club
>> Planning an activity/event
>> Requesting funds from the Office of Student Life
>> Reserving a room on campus
>> Posting flyers on campus

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Frequently Used Forms [Back to top]

The following are forms/documents that are used within the Office of Student Life in order to structure the daily operations of the unit:

>> New Student Club Proposal
>> Sample Student Club Constitution
>> Student Club Event Proposal
>> Student Club Request for Funds
>> Co-Curricular Grant Proposal
>> Sample Co-Curricular Activities

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Co-Curricular Grant Program for Faculty [Back to top]

ATTENTION TEACHING FACULTY! Are you looking to “spice up” your classroom? Tired of the same old lecture? The Office of Student Life is excited to offer the Co-Curricular Grant Program, Want to bring in a guest speaker to your class? Want to take your class on a local which enables teaching faculty to request funds through Student Life to tie out-of-classroom programming with course learning outcomes.

If you are interested in requesting co-curricular funds, please complete the Co-Curricular Grant Proposal. For your assistance, check out these sample co-curricular activities.

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Past Event Photos [Back to top] Check out the following pics of past Student Life activities and events! If you have any pictures from recent activities or events at JSRCC that you would like to share on our website, please contact us at studentlife@reynolds.edu. Click on any image to enlarge.

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Staff Information & Campus Locations [Back to top]

Kemper Steele
Coordinator for Student Life

Jackie Manley
Student Life Specialist

Karen Hicks
Student Life Specialist

Office of Student Life
Room 256-B, Burnette Hall
Parham Road Campus
Phone: 804.523.5986
studentlife@reynolds.edu

Office of Student Life
Room 116
Downtown Campus
Phone: 804.523.5083, 804.523.5082
studentlife@reynolds.edu

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday, 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM (EST). Please call for additional evening hours.