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Guide to Getting Involved at CLC

Your Social Network on Campus

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Contents

Clubs and Organizations 3

More Ways to Get Involved 6

Sports and Fitness 9

Performing Arts 11

International Education 14

Academic Teams and Competitions 16

Work 17

Succeed at CLC 18

Support Centers 20

Social Spaces 22

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Improve your college experience by getting involved! Take full advantage of everything that the College of Lake County has to offer! Get involved in student clubs, organizations, leadership training, athletics, performance groups and more. By becoming active in campus life, you will learn new things, help bring about positive change and make lots of new friends. And research shows that students’ time management skills, overall satisfaction and GPA often improve when they are active in student activities and campus life.

The purpose of this guide is to introduce you to student life at CLC, so please read it and think about how you can become involved!

At CLC, you will find a huge variety of educational, social, cultural and recreational opportunities to choose from, including more than 40 student clubs. When you get involved in student activities you’ll acquire the resume-building skills in teamwork and leadership that employers and transfer colleges are looking for. In addition to clubs, you’ll find many opportunities through the Student Governance Association (Student Senate), Program Board (which plans events on campus), The Chronicle (student newspaper), CLC Radio, Emerging Leaders Program and Phi Theta Kappa (honors society).

How to get involved• Call our Student Activities staff at (847) 543-2280.

• Attend a Student Activities Fair and talk to other students. Fairs are held at the beginning of each semester where you can meet club members and advisers, find out what the clubs do and how to join.

Active clubs and organizations With more than 40 student clubs and organizations, there are many ways you can meet new people who share your academic or career interests, cultural background or hobby. Check out this list to see which club, organization or discussion group might appeal to you.

African Heritage Club: Creates an environment to meet, learn and promote the diverse cultures in Africa.

Architecture Club: Increases exposure and awareness about architectural designs.

Asian Student Alliance: Promotes Asian awareness through social and educational activities.

Associate Degree Student Nurses: For those admitted to, or interested in, the CLC nursing program.

Black Student Union: Sponsors programs to showcase the African American culture.

Business Club: Helps students increase their business skills through on-campus projects and group activities.

Campus Crusade for Christ (CRU): An international organization that promotes Christianity on college campuses.

Campus Watch: A student initiative that partners with CLC Police Department to help decrease crime on campus.

Center Stage Theatre Club: Raises awareness/promotes CLC Theatre program activities and productions.

Cheer Club: Promotes school spirit and cheerleading on campus.

Chemistry Club: Promotes chemistry to faculty, staff and students.

Chronicle: CLC’s student-run newspaper.

CLC Catholic Club: CLC chapter of national Catholic campus organization.

CLC Ceramic Arts Club: A forum for ceramic art students to express and collect their ideas.

Computer Club: Explores computer technology and computerized gaming.

Criminal Justice Club: Enables students an opportunity to learn about the legal system.

Disabled Student Alliance: Provides support and advocates for students with disabilities.

Engineering Club: Sponsors contests and projects to encourage students to enter the engineering profession.

Clubs and Organizations

Environmental Club: Educates the campus community on environmental issues and concerns, participates in community service projects, and lets you enjoy the outdoors with others who share the same interests.

Fandom Club: Celebrates sci-fi and fantasy books, TV shows and movies.

Hillel: Gives Jewish students the chance to come together and educate the CLC community about their faith through speakers and activities.

Inter Varsity Christian Fellowship: Raises students’ commitment with God.

International Club: Provides support and social activities for international students and those interested in diversity and multicultural awareness.

Intertribal Original Nation of CLC: Promotes Native American culture.

Kung Fu/Tai Chi: Promotes the study of Kung Fu/Tai Chi and increases awareness of self-defense and relaxation. Meets in the Gym Aerobics Room.

Lakeshore Campus Student Association: Supports a sense of community and belonging at the Lakeshore Campus.

Lancer Radio: A student-run 24/7 radio station.

LARPing Club (Live Action Role Play): Introduces students to the art of role play in a fun and interactive way.

Latino Alliance: Promotes a sense of student community and builds understanding of the different Latino/Hispanic cultures.

Literary Arts Society: Celebrates reading, writing, language and all the literary arts.

Math Club: Discusses mathematical concepts and problem solving in a social setting.

Muslim Student Association: Builds knowledge of Islam among both Muslims and non-Muslims.

Phi Theta Kappa: International honor society. Membership by invitation only.

Pre-Health Professionals: Guides students toward a career in the medical field

Pride Alliance: A LGBTQ and supporters’ club.

Psychology Club: Learn different aspects of psychology through short videos, activities and discussions.

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Pupils of Paralegal Studies (POPS): For students in the CLC paralegal studies program.

Social Action Club: Promotes social consciousness and activism and provides information about salient issues in today’s society.

Student Veterans of CLC: Facilitates communication and interaction among veterans in order to promote vets helping each other.

Volunteer Club Partnering with United Way: Serves the local community by giving, advocating and volunteering in the areas of education, income and health.

Wellness Club: Inspires personal and community wellness.

Start your own club If you’d like to form a new club, or restart one that was previously active, visit the Student Activities office on the Grayslake campus or call (847) 543-2280.

Student Development Initiatives Men of Vision: Chapter of a national organization promoting the personal, academic and professional success of young men, especially men of color. For information, please contact Dr. Ken Kikuchi at (847) 543-2545.

Sister 2 Sister: Chapter of a national organization promoting the personal, academic and professional success of young women, especially women of color. For information, please contact Beverly Phelps at (847) 543-2778.

Discussion Groups:Real Men Talk: A discussion group that talks about “real life” situations in order to help male students bond. For information, please contact Jorge Tennin at (847) 543-2343.

Reclaiming Eve: A discussion group focused mainly on women’s issues and empowerment. For information, please contact Tammy Burns at (847) 543-2636.

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Student Government Association (SGA)Want to make a big difference at CLC and represent the interests of your fellow students? Get involved in SGA as a student senator. You’ll have the opportunity to share your ideas, concerns and feedback with other organizations, offices and departments at the college. To learn more, contact studentp@clcillinois.edu or call (847) 543-2295. To apply for a senator position, visit www.clcillinois.edu/campus-life/sga

Emerging Leadership Program (ELP)Do you want to be a leader? Consider the Emerging Leaders Program, which encourages high-achieving students to become involved in extracurricular activities that contribute to their personal and intellectual growth. To apply, contact Jorge Tennin, assistant director of student activities, at (847) 543-2290.

Events on campusAnother way to get involved is to attend campus events like outdoor movies, Black History Month programs, Asian Culture Fest, Hispanic Heritage Month, Death by Chocolate and Harvest Fest. You’ll have many events to choose from because nearly every week there is some cultural, educational, social or recreational event. And learning about them is easy—just look for the posters in the hallways or postings on the CLC website and in the weekly e-newsletter sent to students.

If you want to help plan eventsThe CLC Program Board plans and sponsors many of the events on campus. It consists of student interns who work with college staff. Paid interns are selected each semester. To apply, contact George Gonzaga, office assistant, at (847) 543-2262.

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Sports and Fitness Intercollegiate Sports

Interested in continuing your athletic career at the college level? Become a Lancer and join one of our 12 athletic teams! CLC competes in the National Junior Collegiate Athletic Association (NJCAA) and the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference. Lancer teams have won many Conference, Regional and National titles and many of our athletes continue their athletic careers at four-year colleges and universities.

Fall Sports: Golf, Men’s and Women’s Cross Country, Men’s Soccer, Women’s Soccer, Women’s Tennis, Women’s Volleyball

Winter Sports: Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball

Spring Sports: Men’s Baseball, Men’s Tennis, Women’s Softball

Student-athletes encounter:

• Experienced and knowledgeable coaches

• High-level competition

• Travel opportunities, including out-of-state trips

• Athletic and academic scholarships

• Skill improvement in order to move on to the next level of competition

For more information, call (847) 543-2046 or visit www.clclancers.com and fill out the online recruiting questionnaire.

Fitness Center, Gym and Tennis CourtsStay or get in shape by using the FREE Fitness Center, Gym and Tennis Courts, located in the Physical Education Center. The Fitness Center offers a variety of equipment for a total body workout. It includes:

• Aerobic equipment (treadmills, ellipticals, bikes, rowing machine)

• Strength equipment (free weights, smith machine, benches, cable-cross)

• TVs

• Locker rooms, daily lockers, towels and showers

The gym is available at a variety of times for open play, which includes basketball and volleyball pick-up games.

The outdoor tennis courts are available March through November (weather permitting). Racquets and balls can be checked out from our front desk.

These facilities are free to all current credit-taking students. Memberships are also available. Bring a picture ID and your CLC ID# for access.

The facility also houses many types of credit and non-credit aerobic and activity classes. For a list of offerings, check out the current CLC Schedule of Classes.

For more information and open hours, go to www.clcillinois.edu/fitnesscenter.

Wellness ServicesThe Center for Health and Wellness Promotion at the Southlake Campus offers wellness coaching, personal training and massage therapy services to students at a discount rate. For details hours and more, visit www.clcillinois.edu/programs/mas.

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Performing Arts

Dance Department and Prairie Spirits Dance TroupeFrom hip-hop to tap to modern to ballet, you can learn to dance up a storm either in a class or as part of the Prairie Spirits Dance Troupe. Each winter, CLC’s Prairie Spirits Dance Troupe performs a professionally staged concert featuring choreography by guest artists and faculty, set to a wide variety of musical styles. And in the spring, the annual Fear No Art festival showcases the best in student dance, plus performances by student musicians, poets and visual artists. CLC dancers also travel to the annual American College Dance Festival to perform and to observe dancers from other colleges.

For more information, visit the Dance Department page at www.clcillinois.edu/programs/dnc or the CLC Dance Blog at http://clcdance.blogspot.com. Or contact Dr. Valerie Alpert at valpert@clcillinois.edu or (847) 543-2432.

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Music: Choral and Instrumental EnsemblesIf you love to sing, act, dance or play an instrument, CLC offers many opportunities for you to continue (or start) in the performing arts! You can play in one of five instrumental groups, sing in one or more of our choirs or take private lessons in voice or on an instrument. Some ensembles have open membership while others require an audition to join. Participating in ensemble groups requires that you register for a class, either for credit or personal enrichment non-credit.

Instrumental Groups

• Wind Ensemble (open by audition)

• Concert Band

• Monday Night Jazz Ensemble (open by audition)

• Tuesday Night Jazz Ensemble

• Jazz Combo

For more information, visit the Instrumental Music page at www.clcillinois.edu/campus-life/music/instrumental. Or contact Dr. Michael Flack at mflack@clcillinois.edu or (847) 543-2566.

Choral Groups

• CLC Singers (open by audition)

• Chamber Singers (open by audition)

• Choir of Lake County

• Gospel Choir

For more information, visit the Choral Music page at www.clcillinois.edu/campus-life/music/choral. Or contact the Communication Arts, Humanities and Fine Arts division at (847) 543-2040.

International Film SeriesThe best in international films are screened during a series on Friday nights each semester. All of the films are free and are subtitled when necessary. Visit the CLC International Film Series Facebook page or www.clcillinois.edu/tickets for the current semester’s lineup.

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TheatreThe Theatre Department has top-notch theatre facilities and presents five fully mounted productions each year, including a children’s production in the fall, a student showcase in the spring and a musical in the summer. The directors carefully choose the season to showcase the best classical and contemporary plays in a variety of theatrical genres and styles. Auditions are held throughout the year, and audition notices are posted on bulletin boards in the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts.

Each year, CLC Theatre participates in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) and students have the opportunity to attend the regional festival. Whether you like to perform or work back stage, the Theatre Department has a place for you to shine!

For more information and audition notices, visit the Theatre Department page at www.clcillinois.edu/campus-life/theatre. Or contact one of the department co-chairs, Thomas B. Mitchell (tmitchell@clcillinois.edu or (847) 543-2967 or Craig Rich (crich@clcillinois.edu or (847) 543-2567.)

Or become a fan of the College of Lake County Theatre Department Facebook page.

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2014 CLC Theatre production, Crimes of the Heart

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Do you long to experience other countries and cultures? CLC can be your passport there.

Study overseas. Walk the medieval alleyways of Bruge in Belgium or eat in a Paris café where Hemmingway wrote in the 1920s. Through CLC’s international education program, you can enjoy such experiences while earning college credit. Choose from a short-term field study course or a semester abroad.

Can’t afford it? Each year CLC’s Center for International Education provides $25,000 in scholarships to qualifying students for overseas study.

Mentor an international student. You can learn about other cultures right here in Lake County. Each semester, the college welcomes 120-140 international students from more than 40 countries. You can help these students make the cultural, academic and social transition to CLC and the U.S. by becoming an international student peer mentor. Applications are accepted each Fall and Spring semester.

Learn more about these international education opportunities at www.clcillinois.edu/cie.

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Speech and DebateIf you enjoy public speaking, acting, competition and traveling and would like the chance to earn a scholarship, the Lancer Speech Team is the place for you! The team competes regionally and consistently wins statewide and national awards. To learn more about this skill and resume-building extracurricular activity, contact Lynn Harper, director of forensics, at (847) 543-2558 or lharper@clcillinois.edu.

SkillsUSA Career and technical program students can compete in more than 90 different skills contests at the state and national level through SkillsUSA (www.skillsusa.org). CLC students from the CAD drafting, web design and CNC programs have won gold and silver medals at nationals, and two students have won $20,000 scholarships. Our students have also competed in technical drafting, computer programming, automotive, culinary, technical computer applications, teaching, automated manufacturing, CNC machining and welding. For more information, contact Tina Ye at (847) 543-2625 or eng524@clcillinois.edu.

Skyway Conference CompetitionsThrough the Skyway Conference, you can travel and participate in festivals and competitions in writing, jazz, art and other areas. Visit www.skywayconference.com for more information.

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Working on campusYou can gain valuable work experience and earn money through the Student Employment Work Study Program offered by Career and Job Placement Center. Job opportunities are available either at the college (all three campuses) or at local nonprofit organizations.

Work-study jobs are for financial aid students. Other jobs are also available for students not on financial aid. Jobs include doing clerical tasks, tutoring other students, building theatre scenery, stocking library shelves, servicing computers or giving campus tours. For a list of current job openings and how to apply, visit www.clcillinois.edu/studentjobs or call (847) 543-2059.

Student Ambassadors hold paid positions that are among the most prestigious and highly visible student leadership roles. Student ambassadors’ duties include:

• Welcoming new students to the college by providing tours

• Teaching them how to register for classes

• Helping new students with their transition to the CLC community

• Providing insight and encouragement to new students throughout their first year.

Student Ambassadors are also important in CLC’s community and high school outreach, working at various events throughout the year. To apply, contact the Career and Job Placement Center in the E Building or call (847) 543-2059.

College credit for doingCooperative Education and Internships A new job or new duties on your current job may qualify you to earn college credit for your work. The Cooperative Education program allows you to earn college credit for work if the work is in your field of study and provides a a new learning experience. Participating students enroll in Cooperative Work Experience I (EWE 220), a 1-credit course that requires attending a series of seminars on work-related topics. For more information, call (847) 543-2059.

Volunteer and earn college credit! By taking Introduction to Volunteerism (EWE 121) you can earn 1 credit for volunteering with an agency. For more information, call (847) 543-2059.

Our centers will help you with academic and career planning and concerns that affect your success as a student.

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Prepare. Study. Connect.The Succeed at CLC program works with students to do whatever is necessary to help them reach their educational potential. The program is open to all students. We offer three categories of programming:

PrepareWe offer helpful workshops on topics related to academic success in a 45-minute format. Examples of topics include Improve Your Note-Taking Skills, Study Smarter, Undecided? Exploring Careers and Choosing a Major and Making the Most of Your Math Class. All workshop participants receive a free lunch.

StudyStudy Zones are group study sessions. They provide a quiet, friendly atmosphere to study, get help from tutors and access laptop computers and printers. Enjoy free snacks to help fuel your success.

ConnectConnect Events provide opportunities to meet new people, network and participate in activities that help move you closer to your educational, career and personal goals. These include Transfer College Fairs, Job Fairs and Game Nights.

Visit www.clcillinois.edu/succeed to see our full calendar of events. For every event you attend, you will be entered into our monthly raffle, where you could win exciting prizes such as laptop computers and tablets.

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The Succeed Leadership ProgramThis dynamic workshop series focuses on the fundamentals of good leadership. Whatever your experience level, current involvement or future goals, this program is designed to increase your leadership potential. Students who complete all five workshops will be awarded a Succeed Leadership Certificate of completion at the annual Student Activities banquet. Participants in the Emerging Leadership Program and Student Ambassadors are required to complete the workshop series. We strongly encourage all members of student clubs and organizations to attend the workshops.

Workshop topics:• What is a Leader? Defining and Understanding

Leadership

• What is Your Leadership Style? Understanding and Growing your Potential

• Talk, Listen, Collaborate: Communicating Like a Leader

• Culturally Competent Leadership: Leading in a Diverse Society

• Leading With Purpose: How to Get Stuff Done

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Counseling, Advising and Transfer CentersOur staff can assist you with choosing classes, preparing for transfer and exploring career options. Services are available at all three campuses.

Grayslake: E Building, (847) 543-2060

Lakeshore: Room N211, (847) 543-2186

Southlake: Room V130, (847) 543-6501

See the CLC Guide to Academic Planning and Success for details on services offered by the Counseling, Advising and Transfer Center.

Health CenterCome to the Health Center for screening services, flu shots, low-cost lab tests and confidential care. If you are enrolled in a health care career program, you can also receive required health screenings. For help, go to Room A149 on the Grayslake campus or call (847) 543-2064.

Multicultural Student Center The Multicultural Student Center houses 11 multicultural clubs and provides a variety of services to help students succeed and feel welcome at CLC.

• Encourages educational, personal, social and cultural growth

• Promotes diversity on campus

• Enhances multicultural awareness

• Works to retain underrepresented students and students of color

• Provides personal and academic support

• Offers year-round multicultural events and much more!

For more information, call the Student Empowerment Center at (847) 543-2343 or visit www.clcillinois.edu/aservices/multicultural.

LGBTQ CenterThe LGBTQ Center is a place where LGBTQ individuals and allies can experience a sense of community and learn about LGBTQ identity and culture. For more information, visit Room B120, call (847) 543-2529 or email lgbtq@clcillinois.edu.

Women’s CenterThe Women’s Center serves the unique needs of the college’s students, staff and community members by providing a safe physical location that offers the following: consultation/referral to counseling, support/discussion groups, workshops, gender-specific resources, networking opportunities and referral to county services, outreach programming, celebrations, and speakers on women’s and gender issues. The Center supports special college populations, including single mothers, returning female students, displaced homemakers, nontraditional career seekers, victims of rape/sexual abuse and domestic violence, women in cultural transition and LGBTQ+ individuals. While the Center focuses on services geared toward the CLC female population, our doors are open to both women and men. For information, visit Room B120 or call (847) 543-2771.

Support Centers

Finals week “de-stress” break wih a therapy dog.

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Finals week “de-stress” break wih a therapy dog.

Social Spaces

Wondering where to go to relax, study, watch YouTube videos or hang out with friends? Whether you’re looking for a quiet nook or a lively place to grab something to eat, there’s a spot for you! Wi-Fi is available throughout all three campuses.

Grayslake Campus Courts—In the center of the A and B Wings, gather at small tables for study, quiet conversation or checking your email.

Library and Technology WingsAtrium (first floor)—Located next to the library entrance, the newly remodeled Atrium. The first floor features comfy chairs and tables with electrical plugs and a phone charging station. Enjoy a java, latte, pastry, chocolate treat or sandwich from Somethings Brewing. On the second floor, quiet-study tables overlook the Atrium, and a three-table nook on the west end is a popular spot for gaming, card playing and socializing. Enjoy sunsets from the picture window.

Library—With three floors, the library offers many gathering spots, some of which have sunlit, south-facing views of Willow Lake, including the Esper A. Peterson Reading Room next to the art gallery. Reserve a study room at the Circulation Desk or gather with fellow students at tables to work on group projects. Please note the signs explaining the red, yellow or green zones, which cover expected conversation volume as well as use of cell phones and music players.

T Wing—Benches and thick, padded chairs offer a place to sit and study or talk to friends. Large windows allow sunlight to stream onto the top three floors.

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Outdoor social spacesJapanese Garden—Study outside or hang out with friends near the gentle stream in the Japanese Garden (accessible from the T Wing and Atrium).

Lawns—In the courtyard between the A and B wings, study, relax or meet your friends at picnic tables while enjoying views of Willow Lake. North of the T Wing, the lawn is open for spontaneous pick-up games such as Frisbee or touch football. South of the Horticulture building, enjoy the arboretum’s shade trees and a view of Gages Lake.

Physical Education CenterUnwind in the lobby, which offers tables and chairs for studying. Or have a quick snack from the vending machines. You can also catch the latest sporting events on a large TV or watch live streaming of CLC athletic events!

Social spaces at other campuses

SouthlakeStudy or hang out with friends in the sun-lit atrium. Library tables are available for quiet study groups. A coffee chain and several restaurants are less than five minutes from campus.

LakeshoreIn the heart of downtown Waukegan, the North Building at 111 N. Genesee St. has a Student Life Center with a pool table, TV, vending machines and couches. The South Building (33 N. Genesee St.) also has vending machines, and the 1 N. Genesee St. building has soft couches in the lower level. Also enjoy downtown restaurants, Genesee Theatre events and inspiring views of Lake Michigan.

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Grayslake Campus Restaurants

Willow Café—Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available in this popular gathering spot.

Prairie Restaurant—Situated in the lower-level C Wing, this student-managed restaurant earns rave reviews. Enjoy mouth-watering salads, burgers, seafood, regional cuisine and more at under $10 per entree. Prairie is open to the public as well as to students and staff.

Kaldi’s Coffee Café–Located in the Atrium just outside the library, walk up to order a specialty coffee or to grab a salad, sandwich or chocolate treat.

Vending machines are located throughout all three campuses, stocking everything from soft drinks and coffee to yogurt, sandwiches, candy and chips.

Connect with CLC Social MediaVisit www.clcillinois.edu/connect to see all of CLC’s official social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn, Instagram as well as live chats and blogs.

Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter!

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Grayslake Campus19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake, Illinois 60030

Lakeshore Campus33 N. Genesee St., Waukegan, Illinois 60085

Southlake Campus1120 S. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061

www.clcillinois.edu