The Student Leadership Association promotes the general welfare of the college and facilitates communication between the student body, the faculty and the administration. The SLA president is an ex-officio (non-voting) member of the Southwestern Community College Board of Trustees. In addition, the SLA serves as a strong advocate for the students and administers the student activities program and sponsorship of curriculum-related clubs and campus improvements.

Student Organizations and Clubs

Students are encouraged to form clubs and organizations focusing on special interests or curriculum programs. Although clubs have membership requirements, no organization at SCC discriminates on the basis of race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, nationality or political preference. Requirements for establishing student clubs and organizations are detailed in the SLA constitution. Student organizations must have official SLA recognition to use SCC’s facilities or to conduct any activity on campus.

Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society - Alpha Eta Nu Chapter

The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa is the recognition and encouragement of scholarship and leadership among Community and Junior College students. To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa provides opportunities for the development of leadership and service, and intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, lively fellowship of scholars, and stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence.

Phi Beta Lambda

Phi Beta Lambda is the newest SLA-sponsored student organization on campus. However, it is the oldest (1958) and largest (over 10,000 college student members) national organization for encouraging students to prepare for careers in business leadership. Through this professional group, students learn to use the tools that they will need to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Phi Beta Lambda is part of the Future Business Leaders of America. It seeks to provide a relevant context for learning, including practical applications for classroom skills and knowledge. Students are given the opportunity to compete in events testing their business knowledge and skills. Phi Beta Lambda plans projects to benefit the community such as raising money for the March of Dimes. The organization sponsors regional and national conferences as well as an Institute for Leaders.

National Technical Honor Society

The National Technical Honor Society is an acknowledge leader in the recognition of outstanding student achievement in workforce education. Over 1,500 schools and colleges throughout the United States and foreign countries are affiliated with NTHS.

The Southwestern Community College Chapter of the National Technical Honor Society was chartered to recognize the achievement of full- and part-time students.

Members are nominated by program faculty from the student population with a 3.5 or greater grade point average and who have completed 12 hours of academic course work above the 100 level. To be eligible for membership, a nominee must be enrolled as an active student in a degree, diploma, or certificate program.

Student Ambassadors

Southwestern Community College sponsors a Student Ambassador program for select individuals who demonstrate scholarship, leadership and exceptional communication skills.

Student Ambassadors assist with student orientation, conduct campus tours, aid advisors in student retention, and serve as hosts for College and community events. Applications are accepted during the Spring Semester for participation during the following academic year. Students meeting the criteria are interviewed, and selected students are notified during the Summer Term.