Student Services education includes more than what goes on in the classroom. Campus activities describe the combined efforts of clubs and organizations established for and/or by students. These activities include, but are not limited to governance, leadership, service, cultural, social, diversity, recreational, artistic, political, and religious activities. SLDP offers students opportunities to participate in the following: • Student Government Association (SGA) SGA is the representative organization of the MSJC student body. It is composed of elected and appointed student officers, each with designated duties assigned within three branches: executive, legislative, and judicial.
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SGA is designed to provide opportunities for the development of the social and cultural interests of students, to develop leadership and responsibility, and to promote college spirit and student morale. All students are encouraged to join and take an active part in SGA through participation in weekly meetings and/or SGA events. SGA Sticker – The $7.00 MSJC SGA Sticker helps support a variety of important activities sponsored by SGA. The card further helps students by giving them discounts on purchases in the bookstore and cafeteria, free admission to all home athletic events and discounted tickets to some performing arts events. In addition, the SGA sticker provides various discount opportunities at surrounding businesses who participate in the Vendor Discount Program. SGA Barbeque Events – Come to the quad during College Hour and participate in the monthly SGA Barbeque events! Students can purchase a special BBQ meal provided by the cafeteria, connect with campus clubs, and get information and giveaways from vendors. Campus Clubs/ICC – SGA is the governing body that oversees the approval and activation of all campus clubs. Through the Inter-Club Council, SGA is able to monitor and support the activities of MSJC’s blossoming student groups. Inter-Club Council (ICC) The ICC is a council composed of student leaders from the various MSJC Campus Clubs. The Council supports all Campus Clubs by providing training opportunities and facilitating collaboration among student organizations. In order for the Campus Clubs to conduct business (events, activities, and expenditures), they must participate consistently in the ICC meetings and submit all required documents to initiate the approval process. Leadership Courses Leadership courses allow students to further develop their leadership, people management, and communication skills. These courses assist students in obtaining practical tools for effective decision-making practices, discovering strengths, enhancing student capacities to lead ethically and effectively, and in obtaining practical knowledge of professionalism. Student Life Student Life provides opportunities for students to participate in co-curricular activities, campus governance,
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and advocate for their organizations and interests. Students will develop leadership abilities, healthy interpersonal relationships, and use time purposefully. In addition, students will develop ethical decision-making skills.
Study Abroad Mt. San Jacinto College students have the opportunity to study in Europe. Mt. San Jacinto College is a member of the study abroad consortium group which is led by Citrus College and the Southern California Foothills Consortium for Study Abroad. Students can participate in our study abroad programs as long as they meet eligibility requirements. Semester length programs are offered in London, England (fall) and Salamanca, Spain (spring). Student can earn 12 units of college credit. Most courses are CSU/UC transferable and meet general education requirements. For more information, please contact the Counseling Department at (951) 639-5255.
Talent Search Learning Outcomes • Acquire skills in math, English and science through offered tutorial services to pass to the next school grade and graduate with a high school diploma; • Identify the key elements of becoming a college student, including: SAT/ACT Test Preparedness, A – G high school requirements, and college matriculation steps; • Apply for college admittance and financial aid and enroll the fall term after high school graduation; and • Maintain community ties through community service and outreach. The Talent Search Program at Mt. San Jacinto College provides economically disadvantaged and first generation college-bound students with academic support, access and exposure to postsecondary education. Talent Search is a team effort. This pre-college program, working in cooperation with four schools within the San Jacinto Unified School District, enables students to complete high school and enroll in a postsecondary educational program of their choice. Talent Search is 100% federally funded by the U.S. Department of Education, and is part of the TRIO Program. Two-thirds of the applicants selected must be low-income and/ or first generation college students. (This means that neither parent has graduated from a four-year university.)
Qualifications – How can I participate? • Be a middle or high school student (Monte Vista and North Mountain Middle Schools, and San Jacinto High Schools); • Complete and submit an application; • Meet the Department of Education’s income guidelines and family educational requirements; • Demonstrate commitment to complete middle school, attend high school and plan to enroll in college; • Participate in activities, workshops, trips and events related to Talent Search;
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