Lake Campus
Student Organizations and Activities
The student body plays an active role in organizing activities and participating in campus government. Any Lake Campus student is eligible to take an active part in the planning of campus activities and serving as a representative to Lake Campus Faculty Government. The following are some of the organizations and activities that the student body helps support:
The College Community Arts Council is supported by the Lake Campus, local corporate gifts, grants from the state of Ohio, and ticket sales. Performances include not only drama and music of all types, but also ballet and residencies specifically for area public schools. Lake Campus students can attend all Arts Council functions at no cost.
Athletic Programs include men’s and women’s basketball, and beginning fall 2002, women’s volleyball and men’s golf.
Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) is an international professional society that provides many services such as programs, publications, workshops, conferences, and expositions. Activities and events are planned each year by the SME Student Chapter at the Lake Campus. These events and activities are free to SME members. Scholarships are provided annually to SME members by the chapter.
The Business Professionals of America is the national organization for students preparing for work in the business world. Business Professionals of America is for students at Wright State University–Lake Campus enrolled in business office education programs who are interested in developing personal, leadership, and office skills. Lake Campus students have won numerous awards at national BPA competitions.
Lake Campus Future Educators was organized to provide services and support to all students interested in a career in education. Regular meetings provide students with opportunities for a variety of preprofessional activities, including portfolio assistance, practice interviews, and other programs. The group also publishes a quarterly newsletter.
Adults Supporting Adults Project (ASAP) seeks to address the needs of the nontraditional student. It is designed to help adult students with the study skills and strategies needed to be successful college students. ASAP meetings are informal and allow adult students to share with fellow students their ideas, concerns and questions about various aspects of academic life.
Health and Wellness Committee is a collaboration between the Lake Campus, area hospitals, the local YMCA, and other community organizations, with a focus on promoting health awareness among students enrolled at WSU-LC and in the community. A number of programs designed to enhance the quality of life are offered monthly, with an emphasis on helping students increase their self-awareness and make positive changes in their current approach to their health, school and life.
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