Commuter Services
If you are walking from a part of campus to your car late at night, who can you call to escort you to your vehicle?
Campus Safety 562.907.4211.
What does ASWC stand for?
Associate Students of Whittier College
What portal in MyWhittier is designed to help students get involved with clubs/orgs/societies/etc?
Engage
Where can I look for on-campus jobs?
On Handshake or the POET Updates in your email
Name one place where you can attend sporting events
1. GAC
2. Aquatics Center
3. Football Field
4. Baseball Field
5. Softball Field
What are three study/lounge areas commuter students can use?
1. Wardman Library
2. Ettinger Lounge
3. CAAS
4. Any res hall until 10pm
What is ASWC?
Whittier College's student body government. They are here to advocate for & hear out students.
What else can I use Engage for besides finding clubs/orgs?
You can use it to find events across campus, even if the events are not club/org related.
What is the name of the federal program that pays you to work on campus?
Work Study Award
Where can I attend theatrical/musical performances?
The Shannon Center
Which facilities at the GAC (the gym) do commuter have access to?
the pool, weight room, & track.
Who elects ASWC senators?
the student body.
Any of the clubs/orgs on Engage (OL will let you know if you are correct).
Who can help me build my resume/make it more appealing to employers?
the Career Center
Which First-Year program has been designed to help you acclimate to Whittier College?
INTD 101 - Your Whittier College Experience
What are kinds of public transportation resources does WC offer?
WC provides public transportation maps, as well as links to the Metro & Montebello bus line websites that allow you receive a discounted transport pass.
How can first-year students get involved with Senate?
By joining the first-year class council
What are two ways to classify clubs & orgs?
1. identity based
2. greek life
3. major based
4. office based
5. sport based
What is an example of a job, a student can have at WC?
1. HR Student Assistant
2. Admissions Ambassador
3. Campus Tour Guide
4. KPOET Radio Broadcaster
Where can I go to find out what events are happening on campus?
www.whittier.edu/calendar or check on engage
Let's say I wanted to be involved in creating more commuter services or had an idea to improve the services already offered. Who would I talk to?
ASWC Commuter Student Representative Maria Flores
What section of the ASWC meetings is meant to hear students concerns, questions, etc?
Public Voice
If I cannot find a club/org I like, what can I do?
Start your own!
What is the name of the form student employees must fill out before they can start their on campus position?
SEAR Form
Which two offices are dedicated to helping students find where they fit in?
Office of Equity and Inclusion + Office of Student Engagement