Council Fire, Handbook of McMurry University, 2006-2007 Page: 33

                                
CAMPUS ACTIVITIES BOARD
Campus Activities Board (CAB) is a programming board that is made up of students who help
plan, organize, promote, and implement various events and activities for the entire McMurry
community. Events include movies, speakers, concerts, comedians. Spring McMadness, and a
myriad of other activities. For those who want to make a suggestion or comment on campus
programs, CAB welcomes input or feedback.
TRIBE GUIDES (ORIENTATION LEADERS)
One of the best ways to share your fantastic experience at McMurry is to become a Tribe Guide
(orientation leader). Being a Tribe Guide is a great way to introduce new students to all the
opportunities at McMurry during SOAR (Summer Orientation And Registration) and Vision
Quest. Tribe Guides, selected for their leadership and scholastic ability, campus involvement,
enthusiasm, and strong character, are one of the best-trained student leaders on campus. Many
students say that being a Tribe Guide is one of the most memorable and rewarding experiences
they had at McMurry.
BAND
Membership in the McMurry Indian Band, approximately 60 students, is open to all students
with an instrumental background. The band plays an important part in college life and furnishes
music for athletic events and other important campus activities. The band also takes a tour
during the spring semester. If interested in participating in band, please contact the Director
of Bands at ext. 3837.
CHANTERS
The McMurry Chanters is a mixed choral ensemble open to music majors and other students
through audition. This group performs several times each semester and takes an extended tour
in the spring semester. The Chanters' repertoire includes accompanied and unaccompanied
selections from various musical periods and styles.
There are several other instrumental and vocal ensembles available to students. Persons
interested in participating in ensembles can receive information by contacting the Director of
Choral Activities at ext. 3834.
UNIVERSITY CHOIR
University Choir is a non-traditional choral ensemble open to all students. Performance
opportunities include on campus events and community wide programs. For more information
contact the Director of Choral Activities at ext. 3834.
MCMURRY CHEERLEADERS
McMurry cheerleaders are the spirit and tradition of the students. As representatives of the
University, the McMurry cheerleaders support all athletic events and promote enthusiasm
throughout campus.
RESIDENCE HALL ASSOCIATION
Students become a member of the Residence Hall Association (RHA) by virtue of living in
the residence halls. RHA represents residents' concerns and provides educational, social, and
recreational programs. As the liaison between residents and the staff, RHA promotes positive
changes in residence hall policies. Interested students should contact their Resident Assistant or
Residence Director. RI IA members are also members of the Te.vas Residence Hall Association
and The Southwest ~   ciatiol /( Collegie and Universivty Residence lHalls.
INDIAN INSIGHT
This student foundation was formed in 1977 in an effort to involve all campus members
interested in the advancement and support of McMurry University. Organized for the general
purpose of promoting pride in the total University through the involvement of the students,
primarily, Indian Insight assists the Office of Admissions in the recruitment of new students.