Commuter Students

The key to success as a commuter student is taking full advantage of what is available and getting the most out of your college experience by being involved on campus. There are many ways to be involved on campus such as student employment, leadership workshops, Student Government Association, and joining a club or organization.

Active involvement is an important part of the college experience!

Student Activities is dedicated to assisting our students to have a positive experience with the multitude of campus activities at Rockford College. We have designed the following services and programs to make commuting easier and to help facilitate the connection to campus life.

Commuter Student Lounge:

The commuter student lounge is conveniently located on the first floor of the Blanche Walker Burpee Center. The lounge is designed to provide you with a comfortable place to study, hang out with friends, watch TV, and eat your lunch. The space is equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, flat-screen TV, and 2 computers. Don't be afraid to utilize this space while you are on campus!

Commuter Student Lockers:

Taking heavy books from class to class can be difficult. Lockers are available by the mail desk on the second floor of the Blanche Walker Burpee Center. If you would like a locker, contact College Relations on the second level of the Blanche Walker Burpee Center for more information.

How to get connected as a Commuter Student:

• Attend the monthly socials that are held in the Commuter Student Lounge as a way to help connect commuter students to one another.

• Attend the Clubs & Involvement Fair at the beginning of each semester to learn about the different student clubs and organizations. If you are interested in starting a Commuter Student Club, contact Student Activities for more information.

• Meet with Kelly Olson, Coordinator of Student Activities, to learn about student clubs and organizations, leadership opportunities, and ways to get involved.

• Attend campus events! This is a great way to get to know the campus and meet new people.

Some commuter students simply come to campus, attend class, and then depart for jobs or home. Others take the opportunity to become

actively involved on campus.