Student Life Events Unveiled at Kickoff

On January 22, the Department of Student Life held it’s official Winter Semester 2019 Kickoff at 11:35 am and 5:30 pm in the Commons!

A presentation led by Ms. Cohn and Professor Butchy showcased up and coming events planned, such as the Safe Horizon Domestic Violence Workshop, Social Media & Your Career by Career Services, Confident Communication featuring Karin Bellantoni, and more!

A Student Club Drive was held at the end of the kickoff, and students were able to sign up for any clubs that interest them:

• Ambassadors Club: Volunteering to support event logistics for various fundraisers, charity walks and bake sales
• Health and Wellness Society: Promoting good health, wellness, physical fitness, and nutrition on campus
• RESILIENCE: Guidance, support and advice on mental health such as depression and anxiety
• Performing Arts Society: If you like to sing, act, dance, write, and/or PERFORM – join us!
• Plaza College Literary Journal: If you love to write poetry, fiction, memoir, drama, or are a great visual artist or photographer.

If you were unable to attend, please fill out the Student Club Drive Registration form here to get notifications on these initiatives (descriptions are included in the form).

The Department of Student Life also manages the three honor societies:

• Alpha Sigma Lamba
• Sigma Kappa Delta
• Sigma Tau Delta

Students may also earn semester honors, including the Trustees’ List: Semester GPA between 3.8-4.0, President’s List: Semester GPA between 3.65-3.79, Dean’s List: Semester GPA between 3.3-3.64, and Faculty Award: Semester GPA of 3.4-4.0, (for students who have not completed LL61). Watch your email for an awards announcement next week!

In addition, anyone who would like a copy of the resources from the kickoff is welcome to visit the Student Life office (located in the Commons). The Student Life events are also on the Plaza College calendar online.

If you have any recommendations for student events or clubs, please feel free to stop in at the Student Life Department or email studentlife@plazacollege.edu.