Are you looking for ways to get involved at Dalton State College?
The Office of Student Engagement and Belonging is committed to helping students connect, engage, and find a sense of belonging through meaningful involvement beyond the classroom.
The Office of Student Engagement and Belonging registers and supports a wide variety of Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), ranging from academic and professional organizations to cultural, service, leadership, faith-based, special interest, and social groups. Whether you are looking to lead, serve, explore new interests, or find your community, there is a place for you at Dalton State.
Student organizations are an important part of the overall educational experience and contribute to the growth and development of both individual students and the campus community. Organizations are student-led and student-driven while operating within the policies and expectations of the College. Student leaders are encouraged to uphold the values of integrity, responsibility, inclusion, collaboration, and service while creating meaningful experiences that positively impact the Dalton State community.
Additionally, research has shown that students who are involved on campus are more likely to be successful and to gain more from their time in college (Astin, 1984). Accordingly, student organizations provide opportunities to gain valuable experience in the practical aspects of leadership, communication, risk management, and teamwork. As such, student engagement in clubs and organizations is an important component to campus life at Dalton State that provides an outlet for the student voice to be heard and a way for students to have a substantial impact on campus.
“At Dalton State and through the LIVES boldly framework, we believe involvement helps students connect, engage, and belong by loving others, inspiring change, volunteering with purpose, expecting excellence, and seeking growth in ourselves and our community.”