Student Services
The Associated Students is a student-led organization at Western, located in the Viking Union. The Associated Students aim is to provide services, facilities, and programs to the entire Western community, with a focus on giving students exciting experiences and networking opportunities.
Join a Club
Everyone is encouraged to get involved in the student community on campus. There are over 200 student-led clubs, including sports, music, art, language, social services, and much more. You are sure to easily find a group of people with similar interests, but if you can't find the club you are looking for, then you can think about starting your own club. There are also 30 intramural sports on campus, a debate team, comedy troupe, and many more academic and professional societies.
Outdoor Center
The Outdoor Center provides exciting excursions so you can explore the stunning local landscape in a safe way, and learn more about the northwest lifestyle. Participating in the excursions is a great way to try something new, make friends, and learn new skills. Weekly outings include yoga, hiking, biking, and kayaking, and the center offers weekend long excursions for whitewater rafting or mountaineering.
Underground Coffeehouse
Located on the third floor of the Viking Union, the Underground Coffeehouse is a great place to relax and have some coffee on campus. There are regular free events for students, including trivia, karaoke, open mic night, concert series, and much more. You can sign up to get involved in the events, or sit back in comfy couches to enjoy the show.
Green Campus
Western is one of the first environmental colleges in America, and students here take pride in the community commitment to sustainability. Each year, students vote to continue the 100% renewable energy program on campus. The University Dining Services even has a zero-waste initiative. You will love living on a green campus, surrounded by fresh air and great scenery. The Associated Students also oversee the on-campus Recycle Center and Lakewood, a 4,000-square-foot log facility for student events on Lake Whatcom.
Join our Global Champions program today!
By becoming a Global Champion, you will join a network of international students studying at International Study Centers/Colleges around the world.
With regular training sessions, catch-ups and creative activities to get involved in, the role is perfect for those of you interested in sharing your experience with others, developing your professional skills and boosting your resume.
It’s an exciting program to be a part of, with a variety of tasks and activities to get involved in from blog writing, social media takeovers, attending events and taking part in focus groups.
Please contact us if you’d like more information or apply for the role here.