Student Government Association (SGA)
The Student Government Association (SGA) is composed of elected representatives from the student body. Collectively, they are the voice of the students and promote campus activities that enhance the intellectual, physical, social, and cultural atmosphere of BRCC. The SGA considers matters presented from the student body and coordinates co-curricular programs. For more information on the SGA and how to participate, students should contact the Office of Student Life.
Office of Student Life (OSL)
The Office of Student Life (OSL) is located in the Bienvenue Student Center, Suite 142. The mission of Student Life is to enrich student engagement by offering diverse programming and innovative services to promote retention through holistic student development and to foster a campus culture of leadership. These opportunities provide BRCC students with the attributes and skills to become better students, leaders, and world citizens.
OSL is the primary source for information on student programming. Ideas for new and/or future activities are always welcome. Any student, faculty, or staff member with questions or suggestions should visit the Student Life Office or contact an executive member of the Student Government Association (SGA).
Student Organizations
Educational research shows that students who join a club or get involved in campus life are more likely to succeed in school. To contribute toward a well-rounded academic experience, BRCC’s Student Life Office has a wide variety of student organizations. Students who are interested in joining an existing organization should view the active organizations in Bear Life (http://mybrcc.presence.io/). The contact tab is available on the organization’s page to help interested students connect with registered student organizations. Additional information is available by contacting the Office of Student Life for assistance.
OSL staff members are constantly striving to improve and expand the College’s student leadership and engagement opportunities. Students who are interested in starting a new club or organization should call (225) 216-8432 or stop by the OSL office in the Bienvenue Student Center to speak with the director or assistant director of student life for more information.
Advisors of Student Organizations
Every student organization is required to have a full- or part-time staff or faculty member as an advisor. The advisor has various responsibilities to the student club/organization, the most important of which is to help his/her student organization to achieve their programmatic goals and objectives.
Advisors play a critical role in the guidance and fulfillment of student organization goals and are an integral part of campus life. Students benefit most from having advisors who are committed, active, and involved with the organization and its activities. There are a number of general duties and specific functions that both BRCC and the OSL require faculty/staff advisors to perform (see Student Organizations Handbook posted on the webpage and Bear Life).
Student organization advisors must complete an Advisors’ Application to serve as an advisor; this application can be found in Bear Life. Advisors must also attend mandatory meetings at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters; any advisor who is unable to attend should contact Student Life and make an appointment to meet with the OSL staff prior to initiating any student organization activities.
Advisors should be aware of the following guidelines for them and their student organizations:
- Advisors must be familiar with the BRCC Student Code of Conduct.
- The primary advisor for each organization must maintain an accurate roster of the club/organization members, a copy of its constitution and bylaws, and the names and contact information of any other club advisors and members to be included in Bear Life.
- An Event Registration Form must be filled out for each activity sponsored by a club/organization. At least one advisor’s contact is required on each form. This form can be located in Bear Life.
- Every activity sponsored by an organization must be submitted to OSL staff for approval at least three (3) weeks prior to the event.
- Every approved activity must have at least one advisor present for the duration of the event. There are no exceptions to this guideline.
- Advisors are responsible for ensuring that regular meetings of the club/organization and its executive committee are held.
- Only student organizations with national affiliations may collect dues related to the specific organizational guidelines and the Advisor will be responsible for the management of that organization’s account.
Scheduling Activities and Meetings
Student activities require prior approval from Student Life. Whenever any campus room or facility is used for student organization activities, the sponsoring organization is responsible for initiating the request by completing the event registration and venue request forms. The sponsoring student organization is also responsible for incurring any costs related to their sponsored event such as security, special lighting, catering, etc. An SGA Funding Request Form may also be completed to seek additional funding sources to host an event. This form must be completed at least three (3) weeks prior to the event.
To schedule an activity/meeting:
- The student organization must complete an Event Registration Form, Venue Request Form, and a Hold Harmless Participation Waiver (if applicable). The form(s) must be submitted electronically by the organization’s president/designee and/or advisor, at least three (3) weeks prior to the proposed activity.
- The Events Management staff must approve the use of space for the event and the Student Life professional staff will confirm the request form prior to the event at least two weeks in advance.
- Organization advisors are responsible for following through to ensure all approval processes are completed.
Regulations for Campus Postings
Student Life approves all student organization postings on campus. Publicity materials for BRCC organization activities should be submitted for posting approval after submitting an Event Registration Form. All non-BRCC postings must be submitted to the Office of Student Life by completing a Solicitation Request Form located in Bear Life. The form must be submitted at least two (2) weeks prior to the date of campus visitation or postings and approved by the Office of the Dean of Student. Unauthorized postings or postings for unapproved activities will be removed from campus. Contact the Office of Student Life or Office of the Dean of Students for additional information or questions.
Current Student Organization Listing
BRCC offers a wide range of student organizations with connections to a variety of subject matters and interests. For an up-to-date listing of available organizations, students are encouraged to visit Bear Life (http://mybrcc.presence.io/) or stop by the Office of Student Life for additional information.
Bienvenue Student Center
The Bienvenue Student Center allows for various types of entertainment, refreshments, dining facilities, and offices that provide student services. In addition, it houses the BRCC Bookstore, the BRCC Game Room, BRCC’s Student Government Association office, The Store at BRCC (campus food pantry), The Closet (free professional clothing items) and student organization meeting spaces.
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