Catalog 2024-2025 
    
    Nov 21, 2024  
Catalog 2024-2025

Student Life Department


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Location:

Greeley, Campus, Student Commons, Room 131

 

Student Life

The Student Life Department on the Greeley campus offers support and growth experiences on all Aims campuses through a variety of educational, social, and multicultural activities.  Students can participate in student leadership activities through student clubs, the Student Government Association (SGA), the Campus Activities Programming Board (CAP), the Hunger Free Campus Student Advisory Council, and more.  Student Life’s mission is to create educational and community building opportunities that facilitate Student Life’s values: collaboration, inclusiveness, intentionality, integrity, learning & growth, and students first.

Programs and Services

The Student Life Department is committed to serving as a resource for Aims students supporting student activities.  The Department provides opportunities for students to gain valuable experiences in planning and implementing events, advocating for student interests, and building inclusive communities. Students meet new and interesting people and engage in activities that often have a lasting effect on both the college and the individual.  Student Life encompasses a broad range of programs and services designed with the student as the priority.

Student Government Association (SGA) - SGA provides a student voice in college decision-making processes and brings student concerns to the forefront of college operations. This group provides input on student life issues to the college administration and the Aims Board of Trustees. Additionally, SGA provides funding to student organizations and other college entities for student-centered events and initiatives.

Campus Activities Program Board (CAP) - The CAP Board enhances the educational environment at Aims by providing free events focused on holistic wellness, awareness-raising, and community building. A variety of CAP events are offered on all campuses including virtual activities. Topics covered range from physical and emotional wellness, to multiculturalism and diversity, to pure fun and entertainment.

Student Clubs and Organizations - Included are academic, honors, social, and civic groups. Get involved by contacting the Student Life Department for a current listing of chartered clubs and organizations or go to www.aims.edu/campusconnect.

Study Lounges - Lounges are located in Westview, Ed Beaty Hall, Horizon Hall, Student Commons, Applied Technology and Trades Center, and Allied Health and Sciences buildings on the Greeley campus and at each of the Fort Lupton, Loveland, and Windsor campuses.

Student ID - The Aims Student ID is the official identification card for all members of the student community. It functions as a Physical Education & Recreation Center (PERC) pass, Library and Learning Commons card, Testing Center pass, and includes benefits in the surrounding community including student discounts. All students are expected to obtain an Aims Student ID card after registering for courses for their first term at Aims. =Students who are enrolled in at least one class can get their free Aims student ID by bringing a photo ID to either the Info Desk located in the Student Commons Building Lobby on the Greeley campus the front desk at Fort Lupton/Loveland/Windsor campuses.  

Arty’s Pantry - Are you or do you know a currently enrolled student experiencing financial need and/or food insecurity? We can help! Arty’s Pantry provides currently enrolled Aims students experiencing financial need and/or food insecurity with food, personal hygiene items, school supplies, and more. For information or to access Arty’s Pantry, visit us online at https://www.aims.edu/departments/student-life/artys-pantry.  Students must present their Aims student ID and agree to assessment as part of this service.

Parking Permits - Free vehicular parking is available on all campuses in designated lots with a parking permit. Parking regulations are enforced by the Department of Campus Safety and Security.

Students at Aims are required to have a parking permit for all cars or motorcycles they will be parking at the Greeley, Fort Lupton, Loveland, and Windsor campuses. Any student visiting those campuses must have a permit or they risk being ticketed. The permit is free to the student and provides an added level of security for our campus population.

Permits may be obtained by:

  • Completing a parking permit form 
  • Bringing a valid photo ID and vehicle license plate number, make, model and color, to: 
    • Greeley: To the Info Desk located in the Student Commons Building Lobby
    • Fort Lupton, Loveland, and Windsor: To the front desk at the campus 

For more information about parking permits, contact the Student Life Department at (970) 339-6501. For parking information, contact the Safety and Security Coordinator at (970) 339-6474.

Bus Passes - The Student Government Association (SGA) provides all Student Activity fee-paying Aims students the use of Greeley-Evans Transportation District (GET) buses free to the student, subsidized by student fees. Pick up your bus pass at the start of each term at the Info Desk located in the Student Commons  Building Lobby on the Greeley campus or at the front desk on the Fort Lupton, Loveland, or Windsor campuses.

Student Emergency Fund - A one-time use, student-fee supported fund for limited financial assistance to help currently enrolled Aims students meet an unexpected need currently impacting their ability to stay in classes and complete their degree or certificate at Aims Community College. For more information: www.aims.edu/myaims-student/emergency-funding-application.