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The Essex County College Club Fair brought students out in droves on the first day of the popular two-day event on Wednesday, September 11. Tables lined both sides of the 2nd Floor Forum as students carefully looked at the club displays, deciding what activities to pursue this semester.
The second day of the Club Fair is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 12.
“This is awesome. We have 36 clubs this year, that’s the most clubs we’ve ever had. It’s indicative of our students being fully immersed in college life,” said Joseph Ott, Program Coordinator for the Student Life & Activities Office. He added that clubs now are varied, with more in the areas of New Media and Gaming than ever before.
During the first day of the Club Fair, instruments from the Music Club and action by members of the Tae Kwon Do filled the area. There was also concentration centered around games at the Chess Club table.
For Elizabeth Hayes Williams, the event allowed her to introduce the Crocheting Club. The General Science major from East Orange proudly displayed a number of items she created as she signed up over 50 prospective members to one of the College’s newest clubs. “I’ve been crocheting since I was five, working with my grandmother. I’m continuing her legacy today.” She added she will supply the yarn, needles and crochet bag to club members.
Gherniynh Hagans was kept busy explaining another new College group, the Volleyball Club. She came to ECC from North Star Academy Washington Park High School in Newark where she played volleyball. “I really thought there was a volleyball club when I started. When I saw there wasn’t, I said let’s start one,” said the Business Administration major. With the number of inquiries received, she is confident the club will flourish.
The College sponsors a number of clubs concentrating on specific majors. From Nursing, to Accounting, to Social Work, club members greeted fellow students and talked about what they offer.
Phi Theta Kappa Vice President Vanessa Porta talked about the Honor Society and Student Government Association President Naylah Young explained the role of the group on student life.
