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STUDENT
Section Six
AFFAIRS
PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES
The College subscribes to a holistic approach to education. The Student Affairs Division
includes Campus Life, Student Success Program, Career Development Center, Minority
Advising Program, Disabled Student Services, Testing Center, Housing, Student Conduct,
and Student Health Services.
A. DEPARTMENT OF CAMPUS LIFE
The purpose of the Department of Campus Life Program is to complement the instructional
program of the College by providing out-of-class recreational, social, cultural, and
educational opportunities.
Student Services Committee
-The Student Services Committee is made up of faculty,
staff, and students. In an attempt to meet the varied needs and interests of the student body,
the committee concentrates its efforts in planning recreational, social, educational, and
cultural activities.
In addition to what is planned by the committee, individual students, chartered clubs, and
organizations are encouraged to develop programs that meet the special needs of the
campus community. All programs and activities must be approved by the Assistant Dean for
Campus Life and/or the Vice President for Student Affairs. The Peer Tutoring Program,
intramural sports, family activities, beach parties, variety programs, clubs, plays, and
concerts are just a few examples of programs offered through Campus Life.
Peer Tutoring Program –
Peer tutoring in most areas of study is available free of charge
to Darton students. Interested students should check with their instructors or in C-103N for
more information.
Intramurals and Recreation
– The Office of Campus Recreation supports the mission of
the Department of Campus Life by providing quality, comprehensive, recreational programs
to the students, faculty and staff of Darton State College. The Office of Campus Recreation
strives to promote personal growth and healthy lifestyles by providing participatory
recreational experiences to the Darton State College community.
Intercollegiate Athletics
- Intercollegiate athletic programs are offered in men's and
women's soccer, cross country, golf, and swimming, women's fast-pitch softball, men's
baseball, men’s wrestling, and women's basketball. As a member of Region XVII of the
Georgia Junior College Athletic Association and the National Junior College Athletic
Association, Darton State College competes against other area colleges. Athletic
scholarships are available in many sports. All students are invited and strongly encouraged
to participate on an intercollegiate athletic team.
Music Organizations
- The music organizations on campus are open to currently enrolled
students without regard to plan of study. Anyone interested in becoming a member of the
College Choir, College Band, College Orchestra, or instrumental ensembles should contact
the Humanities Division.
Darton Players
- This drama organization is open to all students interested in participating
in any aspect of dramatic productions. Three productions are presented each year.
Student Clubs
- Clubs are organized as interest and need are shown. A listing of these
clubs may be found in the Student Handbook, along with the procedures for organizing and
chartering.