2012 08 07 Undergraduate Catalog Cover - Lake Erie College

STUDENT HANDBOOKSTUDENT LIFEThe co-curricular aspects of college life are an integral part of a liberal arts education. The experiences that occur outside of the formalclassroom setting provide valuable opportunities for social, emotional and intellectual growth. Lake Erie College offers a broad rangeof activities designed to appeal to a variety of academic and personal interests. These resources are available to all Lake Erie Collegestudents. All Lake Erie College students are encouraged to participate in campus clubs and organizations as a means of enriching theircollege experience. There are a variety of clubs for individual and group enjoyment. If a club is not currently established, consistentwith opportunities available here at Lake Erie College's small community, students are encouraged to organize new clubs ororganizations of interest to them and other students.Students needing assistance for any variety of problems should feel free to seek help from any member of the Student Life staff.Communications between personnel and the student will remain confidential. Further information about local referral agencies formedical or personal concerns can be obtained in the Student Life Office, Holden Center 120.ActivitiesStudents are encouraged to attend and assist in the planning of campus activities. The Student Activities Council (SAC) is a student runorganization that plans activities on and off campus. SAC membership is open to all Lake Erie College Students. It is a great way tomeet other students and plan activities that are interesting and fun. SAC provides entertainment through game shows; casino night;free movie tickets; karaoke; coffee houses; bands; video gaming tournaments and various other events.Clubs and OrganizationsEach year, any student group, club or organization that wishes to be officially recognized as a Lake Erie College student club ororganization must file an application for recognition with the Student Government Association. Only those student organizations thathave been approved for the current academic year by the Student Life Office and the Student Government Association will beconsidered officially recognized during the academic year and eligible for funding.Identification CardsI.D. cards are obtained from the Student Life Office. I.D. cards are intended to last for the duration of the student’s enrollment. Thefirst card is issued at no charge. All replacement cards are $5.00 each and can be paid by cash only. Students are required to use theirI.D. card at all meals including utilizing Storm Dollars at the Storm Café.Student Government AssociationThe Student Government Association provides all students at Lake Erie College with representation and influence regarding a varietyof policies, actions and activities. Students are elected by their peers annually to serve in various capacities.Page | 156Lake Erie College | 2012 - 2013 Undergraduate Catalog | Student Handbook | Student Athlete Handbook