Academic Affairs

The Academic Affairs committee develops college-wide programs and hosts events that enrich the student academic experience in Liberal Arts. Members do this by connecting students with faculty outside of the classroom and advocating for academic calendar, curriculum, and other changes on behalf of other students. The committee also facilitates the distribution of $12,000 in study abroad scholarships each year and other faculty recognitions such as the Liberal Arts Council Excellence in Advising Award and Jean Holloway Teaching Award.

Campus and Community Focus

The Campus and Community Focus Committee fosters service minded individuals within the College of Liberal Arts. It represents liberal arts students by providing volunteer opportunities and leading targeted service initiatives. Internally, the committee coordinates LAC participation in community service events. Externally, the committee works with the Recruitment and Retention Committee of Senate to coordinate the College of Liberal Arts’ involvement with campus-wide service opportunities. CCF also runs fundraising and sponsorship efforts within the council. Members will also work together to organize council involvement in university wide events such as Forty-for-Forty and Pillars of the Forty Acres.

Student Affairs

The Student Affairs Committee focuses on promoting mental and physical well-being for College of Liberal Arts (COLA) students. They organize events like "I Scream for Ice Cream" on World Mental Health Day, "Crafternoon" with snacks and creative activities, and "LAC Valentines" for valentine-themed fun. Additionally, they planned "Yoga on the Lawn" and other events aimed at improving student happiness. The committee also collaborates with the COLA Wellness Coordinator to create larger, impactful events for the college, fostering connections with on-campus resources to support student development.

Policy

The Policy Committee aims to promote engagement with student legislation both within Liberal Arts Council and in the College of Liberal Arts at large. The committee aids in student outreach by attending focus groups, town halls, and meetings with administrators in the pursuit of passing and implementing impactful legislation. They also work to improve communication about policy amongst the other standing committees.

The Liberator

The Liberator is the official publication of the College of Liberal Arts. As a liberal arts-focused news magazine, they aim to keep students connected to the university through updates on legislation, campus affairs, world news, and student life. Additionally, The Liberator provides a platform for aspiring writers to get published, as the magazine also champions creative writing. The Liberator heads work to maintain an award–winning news blog and publish one print issue per year. Liberator publications reach thousands of students every year.

Publicity

The Publicity Committee serves the College of Liberal Arts by making sure all LAC initiatives, events, and programs are publicized to the greater student body. In other words, it serves as a conduit of information between the University at large and The Liberal Arts Council, ensuring that updates on legislation and new events are always accessible to all students. The Publicity Committee is one of the most creative and flexible committees within LAC as its members regularly collaborate with other committees in their work. Assignments include designing graphics and merchandise, managing LAC social media, maintaining internal communication within the council, website maintenance, and event photography.

Advocacy and Engagement

The Advocacy and Engagement Committee strives to improve the experience of underrepresented students in the College of Liberal Arts through  college-wide programs and events. These events are often done in collaboration with on campus centers such as the GSC and other student organizations. They also hosts events to celebrate a multitude of cultures and to highlight underrepresented groups on campus. The committee exists to promote inclusivity and to ensure liberal arts students from all backgrounds feel welcomed and supported, part of which is done through the promoting and providing of resources that are made available to liberal arts students.

Traditions

The Traditions Committee organizes and coordinates various social events aimed to create an engaging community within the Liberal Arts Council and the College of Liberal Arts as a whole. From putting together council retreats, inter council mixers, banquets, and working alongside COLA admin, Traditions ensures that council remains lively and connected. The committee takes pride in making sure that members within the council have a space to build lasting relationships and cultivate a strong sense of unity.