CLC Student Life
Student Life News
Constitution Day & Election Information
Come join us in the Student Life Centers on each campus and enjoy such amenities as free coffee, Xbox One, board games, pool tables, foosball, and ping pong. Our CLC Food Pantries are now open and various food items are available for students. You can access the food pantry by going to the Student Life Center on each campus.
Student Senate
Mission Statement: The Student Senate provides leadership opportunities furthering CLC students’ development and builds community through programs, activities, and student organizations.
Email the Student Senate at ssenate@clcmn.edu
Student Senate
The CLC Student Senate is the official voice of the students of Central Lakes College. Each campus has its own Student Senate with each group having the autonomy to govern their own affairs.
Mission Statement: The Student Senate provides leadership opportunities furthering CLC students’ development and builds community through programs, activities, and student organizations.
Senate Meetings
Brainerd Student Senate
Tuesdays at 12pm in E354 and via Zoom
Staples Student Senate
Thursdays at 12pm in C170 and via Zoom
Email Erich Heppner at erich.heppner@clcmn.edu with any questions or for the weekly meeting Zoom link.
What do Student Senators do?
- Student Senators represent the student body to the college administration and are asked to make decisions about important topics that directly impact students.
- Student Senators serve on the Student Life Budget Committee, which funds sports, activities, and clubs.
- Review new policy or procedure at Central Lakes College that impacts students.
- Approve any new club or any new use of Student Life money.
- Tuition and fees cannot be raised without consultation with the Student Senate.
- Serve on campus committees such as Technology Fee Committee, Drug and Alcohol Compliance Committee, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee, and many more.
- Senators accept leadership roles in campus scholarship fundraising activities, dignitary visits, recruiting events, and other campus-wide events.
Student Senate Documents
Constitution
Bylaws
Campus Clubs
As a student, it is so important to study and attend all of your classes regularly. For many students it is also important to get involved, and become a part of campus life. At Central Lakes College, you will have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of clubs and organizations. You’ll have the chance to make friends and engage in new experiences. Read on for more information about the exciting opportunities that await you.
Club Forms and Guidelines
Current Clubs
| Club Name | Advisor Name | Advisor Email | Club Campus |
| Natural Resources Club | Dr. William Faber | william.faber@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Horticulture Club | Theri Wasniewski | theri.wasniewski@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| CLC Cares Club | Erich Heppner | erich.heppner@clcmn.edu | Both Campuses |
| Robotics Club | Nate Peterson | nathan.peterson@clcmn.edu | Staples |
| Diesel Technicans Club | Jeff Klehr | jeff.klehr@clcmn.edu | Staples |
| Heavy Equipment Club | John Maleski | john.maleski@clcmn.edu | Staples |
| PN Nursing Club | Sarah Jennissen | sarah.jennissen@clcmn.edu | Staples |
| E Sports Club | Dane Seelen | dane.seelen@clcmn.edu | Both Campuses |
| Equality Coalition (LGBTQ Club) | David Thompson | david.thompson@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| PAH Club (American Sign Language Club) | Tanya Hoting-Mrazek | tanya.hotingmrazek@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Marine & Powersports Club | Paul Hofmann | paul.hofmann@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Phi Theta Kappa (National Honor Society) | Kate Porter | kathleen.porter@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Global Connestions Club | Tracey Kloeckl-Jimenz | tracey.kloeckl-jimenez@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Psychology Club | Alita Reque-Peterson | alita.reque-peterson@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Dental Club | Katie Thalberg | katie.thalberg@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Machine Trades Club | Jim Tyrell | james.tyrell@clcmn.edu | Staples |
| AD Nursing Club | Jill Lechner | jill.lechner@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Eco Club | Jason Edens | jason.edens@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Trap Shooting Club | Robb Kolodziej | robb.kolodziej@clcmn.edu | Both Campuses |
| Bent Pine Journal Club | Brandy Lindquist | brandy.lindquist@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Humanities Common Ground Club | James Rutledge | james.rutledge@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Business Club | Nick Heisserer | nick.heisserer@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Intravarsity Club | Jeff Dirks | jeff,dirks@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Recovery Club | Troy Schreifels | troy.schreifels@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
| Snowmobile Club | Jordan Getty | jordan.getty@clcmn.edu | Brainerd |
