Top 10 Reasons to Get Involved • Earn better grades • Build leadership skills • Stand out in the job market • Influence University policies • Develop interpersonal communication skills • Plan, organize and achieve goals • Enhance your self-confidence • Broaden your horizons • Meet new people • Have fun!
Plan for Success • Build a network • Go to class and participate • Get involved in campus life
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Community Engagement • Connection to academic coursework • Service-learning opportunities • Learn about civic engagement and responsibility • Alternative spring break programs
Fraternity and Sorority Life • 12 Fraternities • 9 Sororities • 8.5% of student body • Scholarship opportunities • Leadership opportunities • Community engagement • Friendship
Music, Theater, and Arts & Issues • Cultural experiences • Nationally recognized speakers and artists • Reduced ticket prices for students to St. Louis theater, music and arts events
Spirit, Pride and Tradition • Many organizations sponsor spirit nights at athletic events • Be proud to be a Cougar! • Participate in Spirit Fridays, and wear your SIUE gear!
Campus Activities Board (CAB) CAB presents more than 125 programs each year! • Black Heritage Month • Cougar Welcome • Entertainment • Family programs • Global issues and topics • Homecoming • Late Night at the MUC • Recreational Activities • Springfest
Philanthropy • Up 'til Dawn for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital • Dance Marathon for Children’s Miracle Network • Relay for Life for the American Cancer Society • Make-A-Wish Foundation
Student Government • Influence University policies • Interact with faculty and staff leadership, as well as other student leaders • Two student senate seats are available for freshmen
Student Leadership Development Program • Topics aid in the development of tomorrow’s leaders • Complete up to three certificates, depending on available time • Service projects related to learning modules • Continual resume development throughout the program • Apply for the Emerging Leaders Program
Student Organizations More than 300 student organizations! • Organizations are unique to the individual needs and interests of our students • Start your own organization and gain recognition at any time
• Stay informed about student organizations and campus events • Track your campus involvement using the co-curricular transcript • Vote in Student Government and Homecoming elections getinvolved.siue.edu
Contact Information Kimmel Student Involvement Center 618-650-2686 siue.edu/kimmel SIUE Kimmel Student Involvement Center @siuekimmel SIUE Kimmel @siuekimmel