Learn more about the role of Student Engagement and the Associated Students of Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵÍø (CWI) in supporting clubs.
CWI recognizes students gain more from their college experience by getting involved outside of class. Students also improve their future employability by participating in clubs. Students will gain valuable communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and conflict resolution skills. Clubs at CWI exist to support student growth and success inside and outside of the classroom.
College is more than just classes; it's about enhancing your experience by getting involved with campus groups and activities. Participating in student clubs offers significant benefits, helping you grow personally and professionally.
By engaging in campus life, you will:
Student clubs at CWI are part of the Associated Students of the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵÍø (ASCWI). The information, policies, and procedures laid out in this handbook pertain to recognized clubs. These are groups that have been formally recognized by the Office of Student Engagement and ASCWI.
All clubs must uphold the student club policies. Failure to meet the requirements outlined in this handbook may lead to a club losing its recognition.
Learn about the role of Student Engagement in supporting club processes.
The Office of Student Engagement facilitates the operation of all student clubs. Any facilitation of college policies and procedures regarding clubs, directly and indirectly, are administered through this office. Student Engagement organizes open enrollment and helps maintain club records. They will also assist with events, finances, fundraisers, and travel. Additionally, Student Engagement provides leadership training and support.
Student clubs should follow all CWI policies and regulations. These policies pertain to all entities of the College, including student clubs. These policies include, but are not limited to:
Questions about college policies and regulations should be brought to Student Engagement for further direction.
The Associated Students of College Of Western Idaho (ASCWI) is the elected student representative governing body. ASCWI works in conjunction with Student Engagement. ASCWI is the recognizing and funding body for clubs on campus.
While ASCWI is a funding body for recognized clubs on-campus, they are not responsible for overseeing college processes and procedures. Processes and procedures are dictated by the College and facilitated by Student Engagement. However, ASCWI provides a platform for clubs to express their concerns around processes and procedures that impact their effectiveness and opportunities at CWI.
Any and all students or clubs may contact ASCWI and ASCWI officers by emailing ascwi@cwi.edu.
Additionally, ASCWI officers hold office hours with the goal of allowing any student or club to discuss any thoughts, concerns, or questions. Office hours will be shared during Student Leadership Circle meetings. With at least 24 hours of prior notice, an ASCWI member can be available 15 minutes prior to and 30 minutes after any ASCWI meeting. Please send these requests to ascwi@cwi.edu.