Faculty, staff, and students have officially kicked off another semester at Parkland College, and the fun is just getting started. Getting involved in college events during the COVID-19 pandemic can be hard, however, Parkland College’s Office of Student Life has made the process much easier by offering different events that cater to the many hobbies, interests, and schedules of all students.
Take a look ahead at all of the upcoming events right here at Parkland College. You will find options that suit your personal hobbies and that fit into your schedule, and you might even make some new friends along the way.
February 2022:
- 2/2 – Arts and Crafts in the Cafeteria 10:30am-1:00pm
- 2/2 – Black History Month Kickoff Event 11:00am-1:00pm
- 2/7 – Student Organization Showcase 10:30am-12:30pm
- 2/8 – To-Go Tuesday (Free lunch while supplies last) 11:30am
- 2/9 – Black History Trivia Event 1:00pm-2:00pm, Black Student Success Project 1:00pm-2:00pm
- 2/11 – Black History Month Event 12:00pm-1:00pm
- 2/14 – Black History Month Karaoke 11:00am-1:00pm
- 2/16 – Suicide Prevention Presentation 1:00-2:00pm
- 2/17 – Race Talks 12:00pm-1:00pm
- 2/18 – Domestic Violence as it Affects the Black Community Presentation 12:00pm-1:00pm
- 2/22 – Game On! Student Life Gaming Event 11:00am-1:00pm, Self-care Presentation 12:00pm-1:00pm
- 2/23 – Kofi Bazzell-Smith Speaks 1:00pm-2:00pm, Black Student Success Project 1:00pm-2:00pm
For a full view of the events happening this semester, check out the Parkland College website!
On top of all these incredible events, many student organizations around campus are starting the year off strong with meetings and events of their very own. Check out the extensive list of nearly 30 clubs, including co-curricular organizations, recreations, and multicultural clubs:
- Alpha Phi Omega
- Art & Design Club
- Astronomy Club
- Parkland Business Club
- Club Access
- Parkland Motorsports
- Parkland College Student Education Association (PCSEA)
- Parkland Scholars Club
- Phi Theta Kappa
- Student American Dental Hygienists Association (SADHA)
- Science Club
- Veterinary Technology Club
- Club Latino
- International Students Association
- Japanese Culture Club
- Parkland PRIDE!
- Student Veterans Association at Parkland (SVAP)
- Board Game Club
- Cobra Investment Society
To join any of the above clubs and organizations, or to learn more about them, you can reach out to the Office of Student Life at (217) 351-2216 and/or to Activities Program Manager Josh Clark at jclark@parkland.edu or (217) 353-2627. You can also learn more about each of these clubs by visiting Parkland’s website.
It’s a new year, a new semester, and it’s never too late to explore your interests, get involved, and make the most of your experience here at Parkland College!
