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Lamar State College Port Arthur
2017-2018 Catalog
guidance; and other services to ensure the student’s
full participation in the educational programs.
Student Government Association
The Student Government Association serves as the
representative voice of students. The SGA
President, Vice President, Secretary / Treasurer and
five Representatives are elected by the student body.
Each student organization officially recognized by
the College is allowed to send one senator to Senate
meetings.
The organization co-sponsors a number of events on
campus.
Each student officer has a one year term. Any
student in good standing with a 2.5 or better grade
point average may run for an SGA officer position.
Students become involved with various standing
and appointed committees. Students also become
involved with programs and activities sponsored by
the SGA.
The Judicial Arm of the SGA consists of the Supreme
Court/Student Traffic Court. As a Supreme Court
they may rule on cases involving student conduct
and other cases as may be assigned. As a Student
Traffic Court, this body will hear appeals concerning
parking and traffic citations.
Student Handbook
The Student Handbook includes a Student Conduct
Code, as well as other important information. It is
the student’s responsibility to be knowledgeable of
established college policies and procedures that are
contained in the Student Handbook and to comply
with them. Copies of the handbook are available
upon request on the third floor of the Student
Center. The handbook also is posted on the college
website: ( www.lamarpa.edu ).
Student Identification Card (ID)
Students registered for classes at Lamar State
College Port Arthur must purchase a Student
Identification Card (ID).
The Student Identification Card must be carried by
the student when on the LSCPA campus. The ID is
required to allow LSCPA students to use campus
facilities and events such as athletic events, artist
series, plays, recitals, musicals, readings and
lectures. The card also serves as a library card and
required to use the computer labs.
Lost Student Identification Cards must be reported
to Student Services and replaced. If a student is
unable to produce a current Student Identification
Card, they may be required to leave the campus.
Student Housing
Seahawk Landing is a residence hall located on the
LSCPA campus. The facility includes 37 apartment
style units with a living and sleeping area,
bathroom, and a kitchenette. Residents also have
access to lounge areas, laundry facility, outdoor
recreation areas, and computer lab.
Seahawk Landing allows students are able to
experience campus life while they live on campus
and attend class. Seahawk Landing is managed by
ITEX Property Management. Interested students
should visit the LSCPA website to reserve a room at
Seahawk Landing.
Student Organizations
Students can join any of a growing number of
organizations. Membership allows students to
broaden their knowledge in their professional areas.
In addition, these organizations promote academic
and vocational excellence on campus.
Students interested in joining one of the existing
groups or wants to form a new student organization
should seek information from the Director of
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