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ASSOCIATED STUDENTS OF SKYLINE COLLEGE (STUDENT
GOVERNMENT)
As a student enrolled in Skyline College, you are also a member of the
Associated Students of Skyline College (ASSC). The ASSC Governing Council
is the elected body that has the responsibility of representing all Skyline
students. The ASSC Governing Council is your representative; let them
know your views and hear your voice. Students who participate in student
government represent a variety of ages, backgrounds, interests and academic
majors. Some students have had previous experience in student government
but many are often looking for the opportunity to gain valuable leadership,
planning and communication skills.
The ASSC Governing Council is always looking for new members,
so if you are interested in political activism, increasing cultural awareness,
developing communication, or team building and leadership skills, please
visit the Student Activities Office, Bldg. 6 for an application and
additional information. Any interested student with a minimum G.P.A. of
2.0 and enrolled in at least six units is eligible to participate as a
member of the ASSC Governing Council. Positions in the Governing Council
are obtained through elections or by appointments.
The ASSC Governing Council coordinates and facilitates the
following items: lobbying at the state and federal level, planning activities,
adopting and supervising the ASSC budget, participating in college committees
and sharing in the development of college policies.
Copies of the Associated Students
of Skyline College Constitution and Constitutional Codes are available
to students in the Student Activities Office. If you would like additional
information about Student Government stop by Bldg 6 or call (650)
738-4333.
CAMPUS CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
A wide variety of leadership and volunteer opportunities are available
within campus clubs and organizations. Becoming part of a campus club
or organization is a great way to enhance your experience at Skyline College.
These groups focus on a wide variety of student interests such as career
options, academics, social events, political service and religion. Students
are also encouraged to start new clubs and organizations to suit their
interests.
Starting a New Club/Organization: In order to start a new
club or organization, you must file a petition for charter with the Associated
Students of Skyline College Governing Council and the Skyline Organizations
and Club Council. Instructions for filing a petition are listed in the
Club and Organization Manual. Copies of the Club and Organizations Manual
are available in the Student Activities Office, Room 2350B. The manual
also lists instructions for reserving space on campus, posting materials,
student club and organizations accounts, event planning, conference attendance,
and request for funding procedures. For more information about starting
a club or organization, please call (650) 738-4275 or contact the Vice
President of the Associated Students of Skyline College at (650) 738-4327.
See Clubs.
COMMUNITY SERVICE & LEADERSHIP
In addition to the experiences students may gain by participating in the
ASSC Governing Council or various chartered clubs and organizations, Skyline
College provides academic opportunities for students who are interested
in community service and leadership development. Student government is
designed to assist students in developing leadership strategies, enhancing
critical thinking skills, developing effective planning and coordination
skills, and acquiring experience in the democratic process. See
SGOV courses.
HOUSING
Skyline College does not have campus housing. We do occasionally receive
calls and rental listings from rental agencies, landlords or individuals
who are looking for roommates. All of the rental information that we receive
is posted in the cafeteria on the third floor of Building 2. For questions
about posting rental information or advice on apartment searching, please
contact the Student Activities Office, Building 2, Room 2350B, or call
(650) 738-4275.
PHI
THETA KAPPA (ACADEMIC HONOR SOCIETY)
Phi Theta Kappa is an internationally acclaimed honor society serving
two-year institutions, which offer associate degree programs and is recognized
by the American of Community Colleges as the official honor society for
two-year colleges. The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa is to recognize and
encourage scholarship among associate degree students. To achieve this
purpose, Phi Theta Kappa provides opportunity for the development of leadership
and services, for intellectual climate to exchange ideas and ideals, for
lively fellowship for scholars, and for stimulation of interest in continuing
academic excellence. Our chapter, BQO, has earned five-star status. Skyline
Students do win scholarships! Applications are available online.
POSTING / PUBLICITY
REGULATIONS
All items posted on campus must be approved and date stamped by the Student
Activities Office. Posting is allowed in designated areas only. For additional
information, please refer to the Time, Place and Manner Policy listed
under Campus Policies & Regulations or contact the Student Activities
Office, Room 2350B, at (650) 738-4275.
SKYLINE
VIEW (STUDENT NEWSPAPER)
The Skyline View is an award-winning, student-run newspaper that covers
the campus community and is produced bi-weekly by the journalism students
of Skyline College. As a First-Amendment protected publication, the paper
functions as an open forum, providing the campus community several opportunities
for expression, including guest opinion columns, letters to the editor,
and advertising. Contact the Skyline View staff at skyline_view@hotmail.com
Students who would like to gain practical experience in
creating and producing a newspaper and who would like to be a part of
the editorial staff may sign up for Journalism 300-News Production. Students
are encouraged to explore Skyline College’s journalism course offerings
for additional opportunities. For more information, please contact the
Skyline View advisor, Nancy Kaplan-Biegel, at (650) 738-4291 or kaplann@smccd.edu.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARD
The Student Activities Fee and other
fund raising activities support the ASSC and helps fund scholarships,
educational and social programming, library book purchases, emergency
loans, and many others worthy facets of campus life. Students who pay
the student activity fee are entitled to a student body card. The student
body card provides substantial discounts at campus events and at quality
local businesses. The card is available throughout the fall and spring
semesters. To obtain your student body card, please present a valid picture
identification card or passport, proof of current registration and receipt
for payment Student Activities fee at the Student Activities Office, Building
2, Room 2350B.
PEER MEDIATION PROGRAM
The Peer Mediation Program at Skyline College gives students the opportunity
to seek out alternative methods for resolving their disputes. Sessions
are facilitated by trained neutral mediators who instruct the disputing
parties on how to use open communication, active listening skills and
creative problem solving to reach a mutually agreeable solution. We believe
in early intervention and promote a respect for the understanding of individual
differences. All mediations are confidential and free to registered Skyline
College students. Call the Student Activities Office at (650) 738-4275
for additional information about initiating the mediation process.
Becoming a Peer Mediator
Students who are interested in becoming Peer Mediator must meet the following
criteria:
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Be enrolled in a minimum of six semester units at Skyline College.
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Have a cumulative grade point average of 2.50 or better
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Be willing to commit to a minimum of 1-5 hours per week of peer
mediation for at least two semesters at Skyline following the completion
of the training.
Applications for Peer Mediator positions are available through
the Student Activities Office, Building 2, Room 2350B, (650) 738-4275
VENDING AND SPACE / ROOM RESERVATIONS
All student clubs and organizations, off-campus organizations or vendors
who want to facilitate a special event, hold a fundraising event on campus,
sell their product, or handout information about their group must make
a space reservation at the Student Activities Office by calling (650)
738-4275. Additional information about event planning and space room reservations
is listed in the Time, Place and Manner Policy, and the Club Organization
Manual located in the Student Activities Office, Building 2, Room 2350B.
Please note that facilities reservations must be made at least three weeks
in advance of the event.
Vending Complaints and Refunds –
All complaints regarding vendor service or malfunctioning vending machines
should be reported to the Student Activities Office, Building 2, Room
2350B. Refunds for loss of money in the vending machines are done by Fresh
and Natural, Skyline College’s food service provider. Refunds are
processed in the cafeteria during regular business hours
.
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