Working as partners with the faculty, Student Affairs staff create a learning community, which provides a sense of affiliation; respects and values the worth of all members; supports academic success; and encourages the personal development, wellness, and safety of students. Students in the MCLA community participate in meaningful leadership and service opportunities, which build a foundation for lifelong learning and the attainment of career goals.

Student Affairs program areas are: Residential Student Programs & Services, Student Leadership Development, Community Service and Citizenship, Counseling Services, Judicial Affairs, Health Services, Public Safety, *VISTA, ALANA and International Student Services, Commuting Student Services, New and Transfer Student Orientation, First Year Student Experience, Student Activities, Community Neighbors Programs, Intercollegiate Athletics, Intramural and Recreational Programs, the MCLA Shuttle, and the contracted services for the MCLA Bookstore and Campus Dining Services.

STUDENT AFFAIRS MISSION STATEMENT

The Division of Student Affairs at MCLA exists to support the overall mission of the College. Students and their development are central to the Division’s mission. We seek to achieve our mission by:

• complementing the academic experience and encouraging academic achievement
• providing direction for out-of-classroom learning
• helping students to develop self-responsibility and respect for others
• working with students to build a campus community that is both supportive and inclusive
• creating experiences that expose students to new ways of thinking and living
• encouraging personal growth through the development of social skills, ethics and overall wellness
• developing opportunities for students to learn and practice leadership skills
• assisting students with transition and adjustment issues
• engaging students in local and national service opportunities.

As we work together as a division to accomplish our mission, we are mindful that the methods we employ to accomplish our goals are just as important as the goals themselves. With that in mind, in an effort to maximize the development of the students with whom we work, we are committed to:

• promoting a safe and healthy campus environment
• recognizing and celebrating diversity
• serving as positive role models
• involving students
• providing a learning environment that is both challenging and supportive
• assuring the presence of high quality, dynamic student services that are responsive to student needs
• working collaboratively with other divisions of the College and the local community.