Student Engagement and First Year Experience
The Student Leadership Center empowers students by offering diverse programs that
foster learning, engagement, and leadership beyond the classroom. We enhance the college
experience through coordinated support and a range of special initiatives promoting
campus life and community involvement.
Our PIONEER programming model serves as the foundation of our work:
P – Prideful Pioneer: Celebrate identity, culture, and campus spirit
I – Increase understanding of self and others: Promote personal growth and social awareness
O – Own Your Responsibility to maintain high ethics: Encourage integrity and accountability
N – Nurture Health & Well-Being: Center mental, physical, and emotional wellness
E – Elevate your Academic Success: Connect students with tools and support for academic excellence
E – Excel during your journey: Provide leadership and engagement opportunities to enhance the student experience
R – Ready yourself for the future: Equip students with skills and confidence to transition beyond college
Through diverse and accessible events and support services, ranging from Welcome Week and Involvement Fest to Fall Fest and Advocacy Day, we cultivate a sense of belonging and leadership that extends well beyond graduation.
Ways to Get involved
Meet Your 2025–2026 SGA Members
- President: Markos Camarena-Rosales
- Vice President: Meir Bassey
- Treasurer: Britney Olaleye
- Secretary: Damontae Gray
- Student Trustee: Charles Tate
- Senator: Vacant (Elections will be held in Fall 2025)
- The updated SGA Constitution will be shared once it has been reviewed and ratified by the current SGA leadership.
All Latin Alliance
Black Student Union
Dental Hygiene
HOSA- future Health Professionals
Finance Club
H.I. I. T.M (History In the Making/Information Tech)
Media Entertainment (Animation, Art, Gaming)
Music Club
National Technical Honor Society
Nursing Club (Freshman & Sophomore)
Political Science Club/MI.G.
Prairie State Players
Prairie State Pride
STEM Club
Student Veterans Club
Sustainability Club
The Pioneer Student Newspaper
*As the 2025–2026 academic year has not yet begun, official club recognition and updates will take place at the start of the fall term, following Involvement Fest. Clubs are formally re-recognized each academic year to ensure they remain active and student-led. Please check back often as the list is frequently updated.
The Office of Student Engagement & First Year Experience (FYE) provides a range of resources to help students and student organizations get involved, stay connected, and lead successful campus initiatives.
We offer support and services including:
- Event Planning & Expenditure Support – Guidance on space reservations, event logistics, vendor coordination, purchasing procedures, and overall planning to ensure successful, well-managed events
- Student Organization Advising – Assistance with starting a new club, managing budgets, maintaining active status, and navigating leadership transitions
- Posting & Promotion Approvals – Submit flyers, digital signage, and tabling requests to promote events and initiatives on campus
- Civic Engagement & Voter Education – Access nonpartisan resources to register to vote and stay informed on ballot issues
- 1:1 Support & Leadership Development – Meet with our team to explore involvement opportunities, get help with planning,
or grow your leadership skills
Whether you're new to Prairie State or looking to deepen your campus involvement, we’re here to help you find your place and make your impact.