Student Involvement
The Student Activities and Recreation Office offers Gray Wolves a variety of social and recreational opportunities that enrich the overall college experience and promote student engagement.
Participation in our many activities enhances students’ personal growth, interpersonal relationships and challenges them to broaden their consciousness of a diverse community.
For more information, contact the Student Activities Office in The Den at 419-517-7448.
Define your on-campus college experience:
- Paint the spirit rock and eat s’mores at a bonfire
- Attend student activities
- Connect with friends for a fun lacrosse or soccer game
- Join a student organization
- Walk and enjoy the peaceful grounds
- Participate in the Poetry Slam
- Stay in shape at the Rec Center
- Enjoy the outdoor basketball and sand volleyball courts
- Play for or cheer on a Gray Wolves team
- Participate in campus ministry activities
- Explore the artwork, murals and prayerful spaces on campus
- Broaden your knowledge at lecture series
Learn more about these fun opportunities and offerings:
Student Activities - LEAP
Lourdes offers many different kinds of student activities each semester to complement the educational experience. Most Thursday evenings, events such as Wings & Sings, Movie Nights, Road trips, Late-night breakfasts, dances, performing artists, and much more are offered. Most of these events are free to Lourdes students, and all are planned and coordinated by fellow students. For more information about meetings, upcoming events, and how you can get involved with LEAP (Lourdes Events and Activities Planning), please contact leap@lourdes.edu.
LEAP is a student group that focuses on planning, coordinating, and promoting Student Activities on campus. LEAP works with other students to gain leadership experience, event planning skills and bring their creative vision to campus.
MEETINGS
The LEAP team will hold monthly meetings open to the student body so as to hear suggestions, feedback, and ideas.
FAQS
- What does LEAP stand for?
LEAP stands for Lourdes Events and Activities Planning. Events are all student-planned and organized, along with the help of dedicated and experienced staff from Student Engagement. - How can I get involved with LEAP?
Students can voice their opinions and ideas by emailing leap@lourdes.edu and/or DMing us on social media – see below for details. - How do I volunteer?
Inform a LEAP /Student Engagement staff via email (leap@lourdes.edu) or DM on Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, and TikTok!
LEAP-ER CARD
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FOLLOW LEAP
Facebook – Lourdes GrayWolf
Twitter – @LourdesLEAP
Instagram – @lourdesleap
Snapchat – @leap_lourdes
TikTok – @lourdesleap
Student Organizations
Lourdes University student organizations are an important aspect of the college experience providing opportunities to meet peers, gain knowledge, and develop skills. Student organizations are created for students by students. Types of organizations range from academic/honor societies to social interest and student leadership, sure to include something for everyone. Visit the list below of the current student organizations and we welcome you to reach out to them. If there is an organization that Lourdes does not currently offer, it is very simple to create a new one.
All student organizations are governed by the Student Government Association (SGA). SGA is available to help students create, run and lead organizations. Be sure to connect with SGA as you get involved on campus.
STARTING A NEW STUDENT ORGANIZATION
Requirements:
- A new student organization cannot duplicate or mimic an existing registered student organization (RSO).
- You must be a student currently enrolled at Lourdes.
- Have three (3) students interested in becoming members of your organization before it starts. Some of these members must also be interested in serving on an executive board composed of a president, vice president.
- All registered student organizations must have one Lourdes University faculty or staff advisor.
Application Process:
To become a new student organization at Lourdes University, student representatives must go through our application process. This application process is open all year long.
Step 1: Apply utilizing the application on Microsoft Forms.
Step 2: Once the application has been approved, the student organization and representative will be added to the university website and will learn about the universities policies, procedures, and benefits of being a registered student organization.
Join a student organization today!
Academic, Honorary, & Professional Organizations
College of Education Club
Purpose: Aspiring Educators will work with mentoring, recruiting, and outreach within the University and local community.
Co-Presidents – Madelyn Dubois:
madelynn.dubois@mymail.lourdes.edu
Madison Mitchell:
madison.mitchell@mymail.lourdes.edu
ADVISOR
Karl Heidrich
KHeidrich@lourdes.edu
Area of Interest: Academics, Special Interest
Kappa Delta Pi
“Inspiring and equipping teachers to thrive.”
Kappa Delta Pi: Alpha Zeta Kappa Chapter
The purpose of the Alpha Zeta Kappa Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi shall be to promote excellence in and recognition of outstanding contributions to education. Kappa Delta Pi shall endeavor to maintain a high degree of professional fellowship among its members, to quicken professional growth, and to honor achievement in educational work. To these ends, it shall invite to membership persons who exhibit commendable professional qualities, worth educational ideals, and sound scholarship, without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender or sexual identity, or disability.
The following requirements are necessary for membership in Alpha Zeta Kappa at Lourdes University:
- Sophomore status
- Completion of Gate 1 requirements as per Lourdes University Division of Education
- 3.5 grade point average overall at Lourdes University
ADVISOR
Maggie Lehman
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Ohio Innocence Project
Prevent Wrongful Conviction by promoting awareness of its existence on College Campuses and to generate student and community support for the Ohio Innocence Project, and its efforts to remedy Wrongful Convictions. Host events designed to educate college students and the general public about Wrongful Conviction and its occurrence. Recruit members with a shared interest in the matter who wish to learn more about it. Hold meetings for members to discuss involvement in the organization and organizational activities. Support and promote the efforts of the Ohio Innocence Project through social media and campus media outlets. Host an annual event in October commemorating International Wrongful Conviction Day. Host, at minimum, ONE other educational event during the academic school year to generate interest in the topic of Wrongful Conviction among university students and the public, and to foster the growth of the associated student group. Examples of events: panel discussions, documentary film screenings, speaking engagements, and demonstrations. Designate representatives to attend the annual OIP-u Conference organized by the Ohio Innocence Project and held at the University of Cincinnati Law School in Cincinnati, Ohio, along with representatives from the Lourdes LIFE program.
Advisors
Jessica Ziegler
JZiegler@lourdes.edu
Kristin Blochowski
kromaine-blochowski@lourdes.edu
Phi Alpha
Social Work Honorary
“Through knowledge – the challenge to serve”
Phi Alpha: Delta Alpha Chapter
The purposes of Phi Alpha Honor Society are to provide a closer bond among students of social work and promote humanitarian goals and ideals. Phi Alpha fosters high standards of education for social workers and invites into membership those who have attained excellence in scholarship and achievement in social work.
The following requirements are necessary for membership in Phi Alpha at Lourdes University:
- Sophomore status
- 9 semester hours of required social work courses
- 3.0 grade point average overall at Lourdes University
- 3.25 grade point average
ADVISOR
Dr. Joyce Litten
Phi Alpha Theta
History Honorary
Phi Alpha Theta: Alpha Lambda Nu Chapter
In the Spring 2004 semester, the Department of History at Lourdes was awarded the Alpha Lambda Nu Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta, the National History Honor Society. This chapter is dedicated to encouraging students in their studies in history and helping to promote an interest in history on campus.
The following requirements are necessary for membership in Phi Alpha Theta:
- 12 or more hours of coursework in history
- 3.1 GPA in history courses
- 3.0 GPA overall
- Junior or senior status (or college graduate)
ADVISOR
Mary Robinson
Pre-Art Therapy Association
Pre-ATA
Pre-ATA is an undergraduate association of students, educators, and individuals who support the therapeutic use of art and who are dedicated to provide and increase an awareness of art as a unique and universal form of self-expression and communication.
It is our mission is to provide an awareness of art therapy as a substantial and genuine health profession that uses the process of art making to better the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of all individuals.
The purpose of Pre-ATA shall be to recognize and encourage the artistic communication which is intrinsic to the principles of art therapy.
ADVISOR
Erin Palmer Szavuly
For more information on Pre-ATA, follow us on
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Sigma
The purpose of the Sigma Nursing Honor Society is to recognize superior achievement, develop nurse leaders to improve healthcare everywhere, foster high professional standards, encourage creative work, and strengthen commitment to the ideals and purposes of the profession.
Student Qualification (since September 1, 2018-present) specifics are as follows:
Undergrad students-
- 3.0 cumulative GPA minimum
- Top 35% of their class
- At least half of curriculum/program completed
- Meet the expectation of academic integrity
RN students
- 3.0 cumulative GPA minimum
- Top 35% of their class
- At least half of the curriculum/program completed and at least 12 credit hours at their current school
- Meet the expectation of academic integrity.
Graduate students-
- 3.5 cumulative GPA minimum
- At least one-fourth of the curriculum/program completed
- Meet the expectation of academic integrity
Note: Students in graduate programs who are registered nurses, legally recognized to practice in their country and have a minimum of a baccalaureate degree or the equivalent in any field, shall be eligible to be considered as a Nurse Leader at any point in the program.
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ADVISOR
Joely Austin DNP, RN
Sigma Beta Delta
Business, Management & Administration Honorary
Lourdes University’s College of Business and Leadership is proud to host a chapter of Sigma Beta Delta International Honor Society. Sigma Beta Delta encourages and recognizes scholarship and accomplishment among students of business, management, and administration, and encourages and promote aspirations toward personal and professional improvement and a life distinguished by honorable service to humankind.
The following requirements are necessary for membership in Sigma Beta Delta at Lourdes University:
Graduation in top 20% of College of Business and Leadership Class
LEARN MORE
https://sigmabetadelta.org/benefits/
ADVISOR
Laura Ott
Sigma Tau Delta
English Honorary
The Lourdes University English department houses the Alpha Sigma Nu chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, the International English Honor Society. Students who meet the academic eligibility criteria are invited to join our chapter of Sigma Tau Delta by department faculty during the spring semester of each year. An induction ceremony for new members is held in conjunction with spring capstone presentations.
ADVISOR
Susan Shelangoskie
Student Nurses Association
The Student Nurses Association (SNA) of Lourdes University is a local chapter associated with both Ohio (OSNA) and the National Student Nurses Association (NSNA). The purpose of the organization allows students to participate in events which represent a positive image of nursing and promote positive support through mentorship and community service. To be a member of this organization, students must be enrolled in the Lourdes University Nursing Program.
ADVISOR
Rochelle Inbody-Bormuth
Theta Alpha Kappa
Theology Honorary
Theta Alpha Kappa: Alpha Alpha Theta Chapter
Established in 1976, Theta Alpha Kappa is the national honor society for theology and religious studies. It is dedicated to recognizing and encouraging academic excellence in undergraduate and graduate students and in scholars in those fields. The Greek letters appropriately stand for theos (God), anthropos (human person) and koinonia (communion). The local chapter at Lourdes University, Alpha Alpha Theta, was established in 1984.
Students who have achieved the following are invited to join:
- 12 credits in theology courses
- 3.5 GPA in theology courses
- 3.0 GPA in all courses
- Rank in the top 35% of their class
Theta Alpha Kappa offers an annual peer-reviewed journal, essay competitions, honorary awards for the highest achieving student members and graduate school scholarships.
ADVISOR
Benjamin Brown
Social & Special Interest Organizations
Black Student Association
MISSION STATEMENT
Molding today’s Black students into tomorrow’s Black leaders through Franciscan education, service, and community.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this organization will be to provide academic and social support to Black students, to foster our members to be leaders, pioneers and strong role models in our communities, to encourage our members to be mentors to underprivileged youth, to encourage the campus and surrounding communities in dialogue and activities that promote multiculturalism and to support the Franciscan Values of community, learning, reverence, and service.
ADVISOR
Nina Wright
BlackStudentAssociation@lourdes.edu
Emotional Support Advocates (E.S.A)
To share knowledge on things such as animal nutrition, animal welfare such as coat, skin, and nail care, mentally and physically working your Emotional Support Animal (ESA), working out behavior and reaction issues, and educate students about how to handle ESAs on and off campus, dog gear making and knowledge.
President
Megan Litomisky
Megan.Litomisky@mymail.lourdes.edu
Advisor
Dee Segar
DSegar@lourdes.edu
Lab Rats (Science Club)
The purpose of this science organization is to encourage students to explore biology, chemistry, physics and all areas of science.
President
Latrice Wilson
latrice.wilson@mymail.lourdes.edu
ADVISOR
Kristen Williams (Assistant Professor-Biology)
kwilliams3@lourdes.edu
Area of Interest: Academics, Special Interests
Latino Student Union
LSU
PURPOSE
Latino Student Union promotes the identity and unity of Hispanic/Latino students at Lourdes University through community, reverence, learning, and service. The organization brings awareness, education, and support on issues facing the Latino community. All Lourdes University students are welcome to attend events and activities along with joining the organization.
ADVISOR
Yahel Rivera
SOCIAL MEDIA
Snapchat- @lourdeslsu
Prism
PURPOSE
Prism gives members of the LGBTQA community and their allies a chance to have a voice in the Lourdes University community. Come and help us create opportunities for sharing, educating and supporting one another as well as welcoming those who just want to understand.
The group focuses on building an awareness of and dispelling stereotypes that revolve around the LGBTQA community. We hope to use honest and open discussions to eliminate any hateful, prejudicial or discriminating beliefs, attitudes or actions held against any individual based on his or her sexual orientation, gender identity or personal beliefs about sexual orientation/identity. Straight allies who want to learn more and support the group are also welcome.
ADVISORS
Andrea Hoppenjans
Caitlyn Dickey
SOCIAL MEDIA
Students Demand Action
We’ve grown up in the midst of America’s gun violence crisis. In fact, we’ve been called the “school shooting generation.” Now we’re rising up and organizing in our high schools, colleges, and communities across the country to demand action to end gun violence
President: Fizza Khan:
fizza.khan@mymail.lourdes.edu
ADVISOR
Angelica Johnson
ajohnson@lourdes.edu
Area of Interest: Special Interests
Student Groups
Instrumental Music
Student Leadership
Lourdes Events & Activities Planning
Lourdes Events & Activities Planning (LEAP)
Lourdes Events & Activities Planning (LEAP) is the official student programming board for Lourdes University. The primary focus of LEAP is to plan, organize and oversee campus wide events for students by students. Each week, LEAP offers a variety of opportunities for students to attend events such as Movie Nights, Road Trips, Performing Artists, Comedians and much more. Most events are free to Lourdes students and LEAP is always looking for new ideas.
For more information about upcoming events, ways to get involved or to provide a suggestion contact us by email or direct message on social media.
ADVISOR
Nina S. Wright
Connect with us
Email –
leap@lourdes.edu
Recreational Sports
Rec Sports
Rec Sports provide students an opportunity to get involved in non-varsity athletic activities on campus in a friendly and fun environment. Tournaments and competitions are organized by students for all students to enjoy. Programs include yard games, basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, flag football and more. There is always a prize for the winner.
ADVISOR
Nina S. Wright
Connect with us
Email –
recsports@lourdes.edu
Instagram- @lourdesrecsports
Student Government Association
The Lourdes University
Student Government Association (SGA), serves as a formal mechanism for a “student voice” on campus with respect to ideas, issues, and concerns regarding campus policies, programs, and activities. In addition, SGA also sponsors, funds, and coordinates programs that impact the entire student body. It fosters communication, support, and encourages input from the representatives of formally recognized student organizations. Finally, SGA promotes professional and leadership development among its members for personal and career enhancement.
SGA is comprised of an executive board, student senate and representatives from each active student organization.
ADVISOR
Nina S. Wright
Connect with us
Email –
sga@lourdes.edu
Weekend of Welcome
The Weekend of Welcome (WOW) Team is designed to assist first-year students during their transition to college during Welcome Weekend. Welcome Weekend takes place the weekend before the first day of classes. WOW Team Leaders represent an array of student organizations, athletic teams and majors offered at Lourdes University.
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ADVISOR
Nina S. Wright
nwright@lourdes.edu
Connect with us
Email –
orientation@lourdes.edu
Student Engagement
An important part of the student experience at Lourdes is the opportunity to participate a variety of student activities. These events are hosted throughout the day and week to accommodate busy student schedules. The University offers annual and traditional events such as Wings & Sings, Late-Night Breakfast, the End-of-the-Year Raffle, Farewell Festival, and much more. Most of these events are free to Lourdes University students. A student programming board called LEAP (Lourdes Events and Activities Planning) plans and coordinates the campus wide events. The group welcomes volunteers and suggestions for activities. For more information about meetings, upcoming events, and how you can get involved, please contact leap@ lourdes.edu.
CAMPUS EVENTS POLICY
In an attempt to actively engage all students at Lourdes University, both traditional and non- traditional, Lourdes holds many activities and events throughout the year.
Campus events that begin before 7:00 p.m. are generally open to students and their immediate families. Lourdes defines immediate family for this purpose as significant other, children, and legal dependents. Students who bring their own children or dependents to these events are expected to keep them in their presence and under a reasonable amount of control. If an event starting before 7:00 is not open to families, it will be advertised as such.
Campus events that begin at 7 p.m. or later are normally restricted to students and one guest, who must be at least 16 years of age. Lourdes faculty and staff reserve the right to dismiss guests of students that are unruly or disrespectful. If a student brings a guest to any Lourdes event, that guest must be in the presence of the student at all times while at the event. The Lourdes student is responsible for any damage that may be caused by their guest.
When food or refreshments are served at a Lourdes campus event, all food must stay within the event location, removing food from the location is prohibited. Students attempting to take food away may be asked to leave from the event.
Lourdes University does not condone the consumption of alcohol by any person under the legal age of 21 years old. For students, alumni, and/or attendees over the age of 21 years old, the consumption of alcoholic beverages or substances is not permitted on LEAP sponsored trips. The University cannot be held responsible for any actions that occur while under the influence, and with this in mind, there is no consumption allowed by any student, guest or chaperones.
For the purpose of this policy, athletic events are considered public and as such are open to the Lourdes Community including children and other dependents. As with other events, children are required to be under the direct supervision of their parent or guardian while at athletic events.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION
The Lourdes University Student Government Association (SGA), serves as a formal mechanism for a “student voice” on campus with respect to ideas, issues, and concerns regarding campus policies, programs, and activities. In addition, SGA also sponsors, funds, and coordinates programs that impact the entire student body. It fosters communication, support, and encourages input from the representatives of formally recognized student organizations. Finally, SGA promotes professional and leadership development among its members for personal and career enhancement. For more information about student organizations contact sga@lourdes.edu.
RECREATION
Student Activities and Athletics offer a wide variety of recreational and fitness opportunities on campus. Most programs are offered at no charge to students unless noted. Activities available are: Basketball, flag football, volleyball, fitness classes, and tournaments.
Many of these activities are held in the Russell J. Ebeid Recreational Center. The facility also houses a Fitness Center, which includes treadmills, elliptical machines, stationary bicycles, weight machines and Olympic free weights. The gym and fitness center are open seven days a week.
Interest in activities and questions should be directed to the Athletic Director at 419-824-3897.
STUDENT CENTER AND STUDENT LOUNGE
The Ebeid Student Center is located in the lower level of Ebeid Hall. A pool table, a ping pong table and a wide-screen TV are available for student use. The Student Lounge is located in the lower level of St. Francis Hall. Both locations provide students with comfortable seating to meet and socialize or have small study group sessions. All students are invited to make full, regular use of the Center, the Lounge, and the Planetarium lobby, which is located in the center of Mother Adelaide Hall adjacent to the Appold Planetarium.
For more information regarding policies, please review the Student Handbook.
