2 - Lake Washington Institute of Technology
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Support Services 3<br />
Student Life and Leadership<br />
www.lwtech.edu/student_life<br />
STUDENT PROGRAMS<br />
East Building, E128 | (425) 739-8314<br />
Student life is about getting involved, connecting to your<br />
campus community, and building your leadership skills.<br />
There are many ways to be involved in student life at the<br />
college. Running for student government, volunteering for<br />
Student Programs or ASG, joining a student organization<br />
or participating in the many campus life activities are a few<br />
examples. Visit Student Programs or the Associated Student<br />
Government to learn more about these opportunities.<br />
ASSOCIATED STUDENT GOVERNMENT (ASG)<br />
East Building, E128 | (425) 739-8314<br />
ASG EXECUTIVE BOARD<br />
“To enhance the student experience by planning activities and<br />
providing representation to build a feeling <strong>of</strong> community.”<br />
An active student government at LWIT provides excellent<br />
leadership opportunities for students as well as a forum for<br />
student issues and student activities.<br />
The Associated Student Government is a group <strong>of</strong> students<br />
annually selected to represent the concerns and successes<br />
<strong>of</strong> all LWIT students. They work as a 5-member board that<br />
throughout the year meet weekly, support student success,<br />
and represent students to the LWIT Administration. Meetings<br />
are open to all students and any student may bring a concern<br />
or idea to the Board. To be an Executive Board Officer, contact<br />
the ASG in East Building, E128. All <strong>of</strong>ficer positions are open<br />
each year, in spring quarter. When vacancies occur the ASG<br />
President is responsible for filling those positions.<br />
ASG COMMITTEES<br />
Throughout the year ASG looks for students to serve<br />
on various college committees including college cabinet and<br />
faculty tenure committees. Other committees include: ASG<br />
Budget, Elections and Activities & Events. These committees<br />
are a great way to volunteer your time to the college and<br />
learn how the college operates. You are able to provide your<br />
thoughts and ideas about the college as a student who<br />
experiences campus life. Committees <strong>of</strong>ten have a short<br />
volunteer time so these opportunities fit into any schedule.<br />
SERVICES & ACTIVITIES FEE<br />
The ASG Executive Board and Board <strong>of</strong> Trustees annually<br />
approve a Services and Activities fee included in tuition.<br />
Among other things, this fee makes up a student focused<br />
budget which is used to fund student clubs, conferences travel<br />
for students, lectures, on campus employment, childcare<br />
services and emergency grants for students. Please take<br />
advantage <strong>of</strong> these services and more by getting involved.<br />
STUDENT ACTIVITIES<br />
Student Programs sponsors a variety <strong>of</strong> campus life<br />
programs throughout the year. Look for advertisements,<br />
fliers or website announcements. Different activities have<br />
been: social activities, charitable events, speakers and<br />
leadership workshops.<br />
STUDENT CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS<br />
Any student may charter a club, through the ASG. Clubs <strong>of</strong>fer<br />
leadership and learning opportunities by being involved<br />
with college business and student government. Many clubs<br />
are funded through ASG with the services and activities fee<br />
paid through student tuition. Meetings are open to anyone<br />
from the college community. Take advantage <strong>of</strong> enhancing<br />
your college experience. When students do, they compete<br />
nationally for recognition, travel to conferences, develop<br />
lasting industry networks and meet new people. It’s a great<br />
way to learn about LWIT and your industry.<br />
STUDENT EMAIL<br />
All registered students receive a college email address<br />
and server storage. All students are expected to check this<br />
email for announcements about college business including:<br />
registration information, enrollment dates, special programs,<br />
scholarships and up-to-date announcements about college<br />
closures. To log on to your email visit www.lwtech.edu/email<br />
and follow the step by step instructions. Your initial password<br />
is your birthday in MMDDYY format. This email may be<br />
forwarded to a more familiar email address. For questions,<br />
email studenthelpdesk@lwtech.edu.<br />
STUDENT ID CARDS<br />
Photo identification cards are available at no extra charge<br />
for currently enrolled students at the Enrollment Services<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice in West Building room 201, during posted hours.<br />
ID cards serve as the Library card and give access to the<br />
Academic Skills Center. To receive an ID card bring picture<br />
identification, student identification number, and a<br />
current class schedule copy to Enrollment Services. Cards<br />
are valid throughout enrollment, up to 2 years. If an ID<br />
card is lost, a replacement fee <strong>of</strong> $2 will apply.<br />
STUDENT LOUNGES AND OPEN SPACE<br />
LWIT has many open spaces for students to gather. These<br />
spaces are managed by the college and are intended for<br />
students to gather, meet friends, hold study groups, and<br />
take a break between classes. If you encounter any issues<br />
with furniture or the surroundings please contact Facilities<br />
and Operations in E199.<br />
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