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example, there is SGA representation on the Board of Trustees and University committees, such as Academic Affairs, Liberal Studies, and Budget Advisory Committee. The SGA encourages students to voice their concerns about University policies, facilities and events by getting involved. There are several SGA committees in which students can participate such as GUTS (Gannon University Team Spirit) and LDP (Leadership Development Program.) Students may also give input by attending the Students' Voice section of any SGA General Assembly meeting and visiting the SGA office located in Keim Commons. In addition to being the main voice for the students, the SGA allocates funding of the student activities fee to recognized clubs and organizations and co-sponsors a Merit Scholarship for involved students.
THEATRE PRODUCTIONS For theatre goers, Gannon offers a diverse main-stage season in the Schuster Theatre. Enjoyed by both students and the general public, Theatre productions are open to participation by anyone in or associated with Gannon. Open auditions are held for all productions. The Schuster Theatre operates under the auspices of the School of Communication and the Arts. Those who show outstanding achievements and ability in the theatre arts may be eligible for election to the Kappa Beta Chapter of the national dramatic honor fraternity, Alpha Psi Omega. Membership is awarded on the basis of merit points accumulated. Each year, the theatre presents a variety of classical and modern plays, including musicals. The theatre is also host to guest troupes from other colleges and universities, and guest artists from the professional world.
THE GANNON KNIGHT, Campus Newspaper Students with an interest in journalistic writing, editing, page design, photography and web design can sharpen their skills at The Gannon Knight, Gannon University’s weekly newspaper. The Knight focuses on the areas of news, opinions, features, entertainment and sports. The award-winning publication, a presence on campus since 1946, is open to all students, regardless of their major. Staff members can pursue roles as writers, section editors or assistant editors, copy editors, photographers, web editors and advertising sales people. Scholarship funds are available for editorial board positions. In addition to producing a weekly newspaper, which has a circulation of 1,500 copies, student journalists are responsible for operating a companion website, www.gannonknight.com, and interacting with readers via social media outlets including Facebook and Twitter.
THE KNIGHT CLUB During the academic year, The Knight Club features a full menu of delicious appetizers, sandwiches, wraps, salads, burgers, side dishes, desserts. and refreshing beverages. Open exclusively to the Gannon community, students experience great food, live music and comedy, video karaoke, weekly open mic nights, pool and air-hockey, darts, cards, and board games in a relaxed, safe, non-academic setting. The Knight Club is an on-campus hangout where students can establish connections with each other and with the University, and build positive memories that will last a lifetime. GU Gold is accepted!
WALDRON CAMPUS CENTER The Waldron Campus Center, named for Dr. John E. Waldron, provides a wide variety of programs and services that give students an outlet for relaxation, recreation, and co-curricular