Student LIFE

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TheBRIDGESCenter

The BRIDGES Center provides many resources from free language skills training, information, support and advocacy services to students in pre-college level. The center services are Volunteer Literacy Tutoring program, GED in Spanish, Youth GED program, and IBEST program. The center works closely with other resources on campus and in the Snohomish community to provide students with the tools they need to succeed. We prepare students to enter the workforce as skilled and culturally competent employees.

STUDENTLIFE

WhatisthemeaningofLIFE?

Leadership, Inclusion, Fun and Engagement!

Mission

Student leadership development, student engagement, and inclusive activities are the main focus of the office of Student LIFE.

Student LIFE serves the Associated Students and the campus community by providing programs and services that support educational, cultural, social and personal growth, in order to create a positive learning environment that enhances the total student educational experience.

GetConnected

See what exciting things are happening at EvCC when you explore Student LIFE online at EverettCC.edu/LIFE.

Get connected beyond your classes by learning about clubs to join, finding your way with a Student Ambassador’s help, scheduling an appointment for necessities with the Food Pantry, or attending a free event or activity with your fellow Trojans. You can get the scoop on student perks and important deadlines when you check out your weekly Student 411 email and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, and Twitter - @EvCCLIFE!

StudentGovernment

Students are encouraged to become involved with and have a voice in the governance and leadership at EvCC. Through participation in student government, students have the opportunity to express their views on issues affecting students at EvCC and on statewide legislative topics. The Executive Council and the Student Senate provide students with learning experiences that will assist them in developing and strengthening leadership skills, while representing and assisting their fellow EvCC students.

TrojanActivitiesBoard

The Trojan Activities Board, otherwise known as TAB, is the event programming team for Student LIFE and is comprised of 5 event coordinators and one student manager. As a team of student leaders, TAB strives to further the cultural, educational, social, entertainment and recreational needs of the EvCC student body by providing events and activities on and off campus. As event programmers, TAB intends to provide program planning skills, leadership experience and interpersonal development to participating students.

StudentAmbassadorProgram

The Student Ambassador program is a leadership opportunity for students who are dedicated to serving and representing Everett Community College. Student Ambassadors provide campus tours, serve as an EvCC representative,

and perform duties at various EvCC campus and community events. Student Ambassadors also serve in two areas within Student LIFE, the Office of Student LIFE, and the Welcome Center, where they act as a first point of contact to Student LIFE visitors, both by phone, virtually and in person.

StudentClubs/Organizations

Student clubs/organizations offer opportunities to meet new friends, explore special interests, support co-curricular studies, and make contributions to campus life. Students are free to organize and join associations to promote their special interests.

A few of the more than 30 currently active clubs/organizations on campus include: Black Student Union (BSU), Community Kitchen Club; Drama Club; International Club; Nihongo Club; First Nations Club; Student Nurses Organization (SNO); Phi Theta Kappa (PTK); Pre-Med Club; STEM Club; Iwi Pono; Society of Women Engineers (SWE); Sumi-e Club and Students for Environmental Action (SEA). More information on joining or starting a club can be found at www.everettcc.edu/clubs or the Student LIFE office, Parks 209.

BecomeaStudentLeader

Student LIFE hires 50+ EvCC students each year! As a Student Leader you will develop a wide range of transferable skills that will benefit you! Employers, colleges and universities are looking for more than just good grades; they want community involvement and service!

Student leaders will gain leadership skills that will help build your resume, university and scholarship applications. You will earn letters of recommendations, get connected to and serve your campus, and help students and the community learn more about Everett Community College. Learn more at www.everettcc.edu/leadership.

AssociatedStudentBody Documents

There are several documents that guide the organization and functioning of the Associated Student Body (ASB) such as the ASB Constitution and by-laws, S&A Fees Financial Code & Budget, E-Tech Financial Code & Budget, and the Trojan Activities Board by-laws. Copies of these documents can be obtained at www.everettcc.edu/life and the Student LIFE office located in the Parks Student Union, room 209.

Co-CurricularandCollege-Related Programs

Student LIFE provides opportunities to further enhance and expand upon the learning that occurs in the classroom, with activities and programs outside of the classroom. Student activity fees help to support the costs of these activities and programs. The Associated Students, through the S&A Fees budget, provides funding to support a variety of programs at EvCC such as the Diversity & Equity Center, the Early Learning Center (childcare), Tutoring Center, Writing Center, The Clipper (student newspaper), Vibrations (student art magazine), the Russell Day Gallery and Theatre. These fees also fully support Athletics and Intramural sports at EvCC. Student LIFE also plans the annual commencement celebration.

The Associated Students also manage and approve the projects provided by two student fees; Student Technology Fee (E-Tech) and the Student Campus Enhancement Fee. E-Tech supports student technology enhancement on campus which includes items such as the funding of a computer replacement cycle for open computer labs on campus and reduced computer lab fees. The Student Campus Enhancement Fee supports the creation and improvement of non-instructional spaces for students.