DEX members are also eligible to enter state and national competitive events in their career areas. The TVCC News-Journal Staff is the organization which publishes the College newspaper as a part of the required activities for journalism courses. Although staff membership is limited to journalism students, students with newswriting talent may submit material for publication. The TVCC News-Journal offers the students a chance to express their own opinions and gain experience in news reporting. The Ark gives students an opportunity to get together in an informal and relaxed atmosphere.
Food is served at non-profit prices.
The Ark is operated by an informal student council according to the needs of the students. The Ark is sponsored by the United Campus Ministry, an informal ministry to the students of TVCC, and is provided by the cooperation of the A.M.E., Christian, Episcopal, Methodist, and Presbyterian Churches in the college area. The organization endeavors to aid the drama department in recruiting students, and in building and maintaining an outstanding department. Membership is open to any student who has a desire to be involved in the dramatic arts at Trinity Valley Community College. The International Students Organization endeavors to assist international students in overcoming cultural differences and adjusting to life at Trinity Valley Community College.