2012-2013 - Sweet Briar College

of professional level workshops and sessions.
Additionally, many opportunities for leadership are available in various program areas, campus
leadership positions in Student Government and clubs, through Civic Engagement and Volunteerism,
and through participation in both Who’s Who Among American Colleges & Universities, and the
National Leadership Honor Society, Omicron Delta Kappa.
Volunteerism
Whatever the interest, whatever the need, Sweet Briar staff are willing to help students become
involved with a volunteer project or civic engagement opportunity. Information regarding resources is
available through the Chaplain’s Office.
Student Involvement and Programs
The office of Student Involvement and Programs promotes engagement in social, cultural, academic
and wellness activities which enhance the classroom experience and helps students to create rich and
interesting lives on and off campus. Students are encouraged to design and produce a variety of events
including social events and parties, concerts, comedy nights, game nights, poetry readings, athletic
activities, and more. Funding is available to support student initiatives.
Campus Events Organization
Student events are developed and produced by the student-run Campus Events Organization (CEO)
with guidance from the Director of Student Involvement and Programs. Funded by the student activity
fee, CEO provides a range of programming: comedy, novelty, main stage concerts, solo performers,
cultural enrichment and wellness.
CEO also supports Sweet Briar’s belief in the importance of experiential learning. Students gain
training and experience in event planning and management, finances, publicity, time management,
organizational behavior, and advertising. These opportunities are personally enriching and have the
potential to lead to internships and career employment.
Student Organizations
Among the advantages of a women’s college are the unlimited opportunities for students to participate
and assume leadership roles in many types of organizations and activities. At Sweet Briar, students are
urged to actively engage in existing co-curricular and departmental offerings. They are also encouraged
to establish groups and clubs if existing offerings do not correspond to their interests. Examples of
organizations initiated by students include Environmental Club, Model UN, Business Club, Christian
Fellowship, Amnesty International and the Cooking Club. Campus organizations are funded through
the Student Life Fund and are part of the Inter-Club Council. In addition, Student Involvement and
Programs offers specialized training, resources, and professional development activities to student
organizations and their advisors throughout the academic year.
Media
Students are welcome to join the staff of the student publications. Red Clay, the College literary