ABAC 3.2.7.2.5 -- Faculty Responsibilities Related to Organized Student Activities

The College provides various types of student activities designed to furnish training and leadership. Students are encouraged to take part in one or more of these organizations.

Objectives of the student activities program are (1) a favorable continuation of the socialization process of the individual; (2) opportunities for experiences in meaningful group interaction and relationships; (3) the development of leadership potential; (4) an enrichment of academic learning; and (5) the development of community responsibilities.

Faculty and staff members of the College serve as sponsors and/or advisors for student clubs, organizations, publications, and other student activities. Some activities by their very nature fall clearly to certain schools of the College. Other activities may be sponsored by faculty/staff members in any school.

Faculty/staff members who become club or organization sponsors derive satisfaction from associating with students in informal or social situations and also become more closely associated with the overall college student activity program. Faculty/staff advisors are responsible for assisting with the organization, programs, and policies of clubs. The advisor is responsible for signing vouchers for payments, attending club meetings, assisting with the formation of a calendar of activities, chaperoning social events, and performing such other duties as are necessary for the good of the club.

Because it is in the best interest of the College that the various outside of class activities be widely shared among faculty/staff members, this duty has been and continues to be a part of the standard workload. Performance in sponsorship is given consideration during annual performance evaluations.