Activities
Athletic Programs include women's volleyball and softball, men's or women's basketball, and golf. Open tryouts are held in August (volleyball) and October (basketball) and any student who meets eligibility requirements is welcome to tryout. For more information and team schedules, go to www.wright.edu/lake/athletics.
Business Professionals of America (BPA) is the national organization for students preparing for work in the business world. BPA is for students at Wright State University-Lake Campus who are interested in developing personal, leadership, and office skills. Lake Campus students have won numerous awards at national BPA competitions.
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.
Colleges Against Cancer (CAC) is the collegiate branch of the American Cancer Society (ACS), a voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy and service. Each spring, the Lake Campus CAC chapter hosts a collegiate “Relay for Life,” which is a signature fundraising event for the ACS.
Cultural Enrichment Club gives students and faculty the opportunity to work together to broaden our horizons and better appreciate diversity through such activities as attending theatre and music productions, visiting museums, going to movies, enjoying ethnic food, traveling, dancing, and, in general, experiencing cultural events throughout the area. Cities visited include Chicago, Dayton and Cincinnati.
Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society recognizes students for their outstanding academic record at induction and graduation. Students are also recognized for outstanding leadership and service while involved in the chapter. Participating in such a program helps students develop mutually beneficial relationships with their colleges and universities while broadening their educational experiences and developing leadership skills that last a lifetime.
Psychology Club was formed to support more in-depth exploration of various topics in psychology, with related activities.
Rotaract, sponsored by Rotary International, is an organization for college students who are interested in being tomorrow's leaders in their communities. Rotaract is an opportunity for developing leadership skills, networking with area leaders, and developing an ethic of concern for the greater community.
Student Senate helps provide a voice for students. Officers and senators are elected annually, and they work with the director of student activities to provide fun and enriching student-guided events and to address concerns.
University Chorus meets each Thursday evening of the ten-week quarter. It is a professionally directed chorus comprising student and community members. Participants may earn credit for singing in the chorus, or they may participate for the joy of singing ensemble. An end-of-the-quarter concert is presented each quarter.
University Orchestra gives students and community members an opportunity to maintain their string and wind instrument skills by practicing and performing with a professional director. Their weekly meetings culminate in a quarterly concert.
FREE Membership to YMCA Available for Students
All Lake Campus students can take advantage of the Auglaize-Mercer County Family YMCA, absolutely FREE. Just bring your valid course schedule to the YMCA at the beginning of the quarter to receive your membership. Your membership is renewable each quarter, as long as you are enrolled in classes.
The YMCA’s Physical Training Room includes nautilus machines as well as elliptical trainers, stair climbers, tread mills and stationary bicycles. There are two basketball courts, two walking tracks, racquetball courts, a swimming pool and whirlpool, and the men’s and women’s locker rooms each have a dry sauna. Students are also welcome to play games in the lobby such as foosball, ping pong, pool and air hockey.
Students can also take classes like aerobics, spinning, swimming and more at the reduced rate that members receive. For more information or a current class schedule, please contact the YMCA at 419-586-YMCA.
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