Though Southern Polytechnic State University students are very serious about their studies and their coursework is demanding, most find time to participate in leisure activities. Generally speaking, a student may join an organization by merely expressing interest either by contacting a group member or by attending a meeting. All students are encouraged to participate according to their interest and available time. Studies show that those students who participate in extracurricular activities have better GPA's, a higher graduation rate, and a much higher appreciation and enjoyment of their college experience.
 
 

The following student organizations are currently active on the SPSU campus:

• Student Government Association (SGA)
• Campus Activities Board (CAB)
• Student Media
• Leadership Programs
• Cultural Series
• Honor Societies
• Student Ambassadors

The Student Government Association (SGA) at Southern Polytechnic State University has traditionally played an important role in student life. Each Spring, campus-wide elections are held to elect the President, Vice-President, Secretary/Treasurer, and the 10 Student Council members. The Student Government represents the student body on important campus issues, annually allocates over $350,000 in student activity fees, and has members assigned to various committees of the institution. The SGA, through its various committees and projects, provides an excellent leadership opportunity for interested students.

See the SGA Constitution and Amendments.

The Campus Activities Board (CAB) plans, promotes, and provides a variety of entertainment events on campus including concerts, dances, variety acts, and trips to Atlanta area attractions. This student group has a budget of over  $40,000 of student activity fee funds to provide extracurricular activities for the SPSU community.

See the calendars for upcoming CAB sponsored events.

The campus radio station,WGHR, is a non-commercial station which is totally operated and paid for by SPSU students. The station maintains an active and eclectic program schedule from metal to hip-hop, jazz to rock. The radio station offers interested students the opportunity to gain broadcast, management, and technical experience.

The student newspaper, The Sting, is entirely funded and produced by SPSU students. The paper is published several times a month. Any student may join The Sting staff to gain writing experience. Stipends are paid to writers, editors, and photographers for the paper.

The University Roundtable series provides stimulating interaction among students, faculty, and staff. At least twice per semester, a guest speaker challenges the group with remarks, which individuals discuss and debate with other tables. Any student may attend these luncheons which are paid for with student activity fees.

The Cultural Series, a student, faculty, and staff committee, provides drama, music, and art events for the SPSU community. Plays, concerts, exhibits, and trips to Atlanta area venues highlight this group's annual events.

See the Cultural Series Calendar.

Superior scholastic achievement in engineering technology is recognized by membership in the Tau Alpha Pi National Honor Society. The original chapter of this society was founded on the Southern Polytechnic campus, and its members have not only demonstrated high academic achievements, but have also maintained various leadership positions in campus organizations.

Sigma Lambda Chi is an honorary society established to recognize outstanding scholastic achievement in the Construction major and to provide service and professional recognition for persons in the construction field.

Other honorary societies include Delta Mu Delta Business Honorary Society and Phi Psi, an apparel textile honor society.

Students wishing to serve as campus hosts may apply so serve as an SPSU Ambassador. These students serve as tour guides and hosts for events such as Preview Day, Graduation, and for various Alumni & Foundation functions.

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