Student Activity Board Events – Lake Land College

Student Activity Board Events

WELCOME! All events are free and open to students! The Lake Land College student activity period is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays!

Keep and eye out for the next issue of the Navigator News! They will be on stands around campus soon. Check out the Navigator News website at https://thenavigatornews.com/

TRIO First Generation Student Celebration
Celebrate National First-Generation Day with TRIO! This day commemorates the achievements of our students who are among the first generation of their families to strive for a college degree. Play a Spin-the-Wheel Game and get some FREE candy! TRIO members, be sure to play for a TRIO-specific prize!

Wednesday, November 6, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Luther Student Center

Veteran’s Day Celebration
Attend the Laying of the Wreath Ceremony in Podesta Park (across from Luther Student Center) to honor our brave veterans. After the ceremony, enjoy FREE subs, cookies and activities in the Luther Student Center.

Wednesday, November 6, 11 a.m. Podesta Park and the Luther Student Center

Services and Resources Fair (on Campus, at Kluthe & Online)
Learn about the many valuable resources that are available to students here at the College. This event is a great opportunity to hear from various departments, such as Financial Aid, TRIO, Library Services, Counseling Services and more!

CAMPUS: Wednesday, November 13, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Luther Student Center
KLUTHE: Thursday, November 14, 10 a.m. to noon in Kluthe Center Lobby
ONLINE: If you’re an online only student, contact Student Life with you name and address to receive some information and LLC swag!

Lights, Camera, Smile! Headshots and Vision Boards
This is your chance to shine! Get a free professional headshot while also creating a vision board to visualize your future goals and aspirations. Activities provided by Career Services and the Swiftie Nation Club.

Wednesday, November 13, 11 a.m. in the Luther Student Center

Student Life Heads West
West building students: we are coming to you! Stop by our tables for info about Student Life, Career Services, and other campus resources. We will be handing out FREE goodies and surprises!

Monday, November 18, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., West Building hallway (by Glazebrook Wing)

Peace Pole Ceremony
We are excited to celebrate Indigenous/Native American Heritage Month with the historic first reading of the College’s Land Acknowledgement and the establishment of a monument in Podesta Park. Come watch the slideshow from the monument dedication in the theater.

Wednesday, November 20, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Luther Student Center Theater

International Student Celebration
Join us for a historic celebration as a monument will be dedicated in honor of all of our International students and employees. There will also be displays set up in the Luther Student Center showcasing the flags of the countries where our international students travel from, with passports that you can fill up with stickers as you walk around the event!

Wednesday, November 20, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Luther Student Center

Hot Cocoa Holiday Party
Get cozy with us and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa, holiday-themed music and fun crafts. Take a break and enjoy some time with your friends before the holiday break!

Wednesday, December 4, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Luther Student Center

Want to get Involved?

Fill out the Student Interest form in the HUB by clicking here and get involved on campus

One Stop Community Christmas
Held annually at Lake Land College in December, this event unites area organizations to support families across seven counties. This year, the College is collecting toys for children ages 5-9. Donate toys in boxes around campus throughout November. Volunteer sign-up is available at OneStopCommunityChristmas.com.

November is National Career Development Month!
November is all about empowering students to explore careers, set goals and build skills for success. Career Services will be offering events and resources across campus to support your journey. Scan the code below to stay updated—your future starts now!

Cultural Awareness & Celebrations

We appreciate and support our Lakers from any and all backgrounds! As you go about your year, visit LakeLandCollege. edu/diversity for celebrations, resources and other information to broaden your understanding!

CAMPUS READ
Poverty, by America is Lake Land College’s 2024-25 Campus Read. In this landmark book, acclaimed sociologist Matthew Desmond draws on history, research and original reporting to shed light on those in poor and financially insecure situations in America. Be sure to pick up your free copy of the book at the Tutoring Center or in the Student Life office.

CULTURAL AWARENESS DATES

Diwali – October 31 – November 1
Native American/Indigenous Peoples Heritage Month
Nontraditional Student Month
College Awareness Month
First Generation Student Week – First week of November
Transgender Awareness Week – Second week of November
International Education Week – Third week of November
Dia de los Muertos – November 1-2
Veteran’s Day – November 11

December:

Disability Awareness Month
Las Posadas – Dec. 16-24
Yule – Dec. 21-Jan. 1
Christmas – Dec. 25
Hanukkah – Dec. 25-Jan. 2
Kwanzaa – Dec. 26.-Jan. 1

Visit LakeLandCollege.edu/diversity to learn more about our current celebrations, and to learn more about how you can participate in our Campus Read.