Student Engagement

STUDENT LIFE 

A student enjoying hula-hoop during Welcome Fest.

The Office of Student Life is committed to fostering engagement that enhances learning inside and outside the classroom, promotes leadership development, and celebrates the rich diversity of Central Piedmont and its surrounding community. With a presence on every campus, Student Life serves as a hub for student involvement, campus programs, leadership opportunities and community connections.

We provide support, resources, and guidance for a variety of student organizations, including the Student Government Association, Campus Activities Board, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Rotaract, Community and Civic Engagement and other leadership experiences.

Student Life sponsors and supports a wide range of activities, such as festivals, lectures, workshops, recreational events, conferences, field trips, service projects, and educational exhibits. Stay connected by exploring our full online calendar of Student Life events and activities is available on the Central Piedmont app and the Student Life website.

For further information, visit the Student Life office on any campus, or call 704.330.6584.

Student Government Association

The Student Government Association (SGA) is the student organization that represents the interests of all Central Piedmont students and is present on every campus. Application for membership is open to all currently enrolled curriculum students. The executive committee is elected through the process outlined in the SGA Constitution each spring. SGA’s policies are in keeping with those of the Central Piedmont board of trustees, the administration, and the State of North Carolina laws.

The SGA serves as a:

  • advocate for students and the student experience at Central Piedmont,
  • student liaison with college administration,
  • resource for student clubs and organizations,
  • recommending committee for the expenditure of student activities fees.

The SGA president serves as a non-voting member of the college's Board of Trustees, and SGA members frequently serve as student representatives on various college committees.

The executive committee of the SGA includes the president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, and public information officer. Senator positions are also available at each campus. Information about joining SGA is available in the Student Life office on any campus or the Student Government Association website. For more information about SGA, call 704.330.6584.

Student Clubs and Organizations

Student Life and the Student Government Association offer support, guidance, and resources to numerous student clubs and organizations on all Central Piedmont campuses. Some of these organizations focus on special interests, and others are directly related to curriculum programs offered at Central Piedmont. Although some clubs have membership requirements, no student organization at Central Piedmont can discriminate on any grounds. A complete list of student clubs and organizations is available on the Student Organizations page on the Student Life website.

Student Newsletter

Central Piedmont Today is your student e-newsletter sent to your college email every Wednesday. Central Piedmont Today covers a wide range of useful information about college events, registration, policy changes, important deadlines, student discounts, scholarships, and financial aid updates, as well as unique student involvement opportunities. Consider it your source for alumni and current college news, events, recaps, stories, and more.