Student Handbook 2016

The Student Activities department coordinates programming to include concerts, special events, coffeehouses, comedy clubs, student activities center operations, student organizations, novelties, cultural events and SUB. Shott Hall Student Center - Shott Hall is the College’s student activity center. The facility houses a large dining hall, Game Room, the Student Activity Center (S.A.C.), The Ram Depot (the Campus Store), post office, multipurpose rooms, Quick Shott Café (Starbucks) and offices. Shott Hall Annex - Shott Hall Annex is an extension of the Shott Hall Student Center located on the west end of the campus behind Shott and Cruise Halls. This facility was designed to provide students with a gathering place for study, conversation, meetings, and relaxation during the day between classes. The facility also serves as a meeting place for various clubs and organizations on campus including the Student Union Board. All students are welcome to use the Shott Hall Annex throughout the day and evening. Greater Bluefield Community Center Bluefield College partners with the Greater Bluefield Community Center, located approximately one mile from the campus. The Community Center features a fitness center complete with cardiovascular machines, free weights, aerobics, indoor pool, racket ball, gymnasium, locker rooms, and much more. All currently enrolled students may use their student ID’s for admission to the community center at no cost. Annual Campus Events Welcome Week activities begin the Monday prior to classes starting. The week continues the orientation of the first year and transfer students, acquainting them with the library, computer labs, the Writing Center and other campus resources. Student Activities provides entertainment to acclimate students to campus life. Programs generally include a concert, comedy club, movie, coffeehouse and other social functions. President’s Convocation is the first Convocation program of the fall semester. The Convocation is the official opening ceremony of the College and features the faculty in full academic regalia. The President introduces new faculty and staff and officially welcomes you to the College. Duremdes Christian Emphasis Week is endowed by Drs. Gene and Jane Duremdes. During this week, a special speaker is invited to conduct programs and seminars on topics related to Christian living. Homecoming Weekend is when alumni return to the campus to renew old friendships and meet current students, faculty, and staff. The weekend is full of programs and activities that include the Homecoming Formal, and the crowning of the Homecoming King & Queen. Winter Solstice is an annual end of the Fall semester event with various activities for the entire student body. December Graduation is a special ceremony in which the President of the College confers degrees.

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