New Student Orientation

New Student Orientation is a mandatory orientation for all new students that will provide attendees with information on transitioning from high school to college, student life, financial aid, advising, and registration for classes. These sessions are provided at no cost to the student. Contact the Office of Student Life for more information about New Student Orientation.

Student Organization Council

The Office of Student Life provides guidance and supervision to the Student Organization Council, an organization for student organization representatives. The Student Organization Council serves as a liaison committee between the student organizations and the Student Government Association for issues dealing with and pertaining to student organizations. For information contact the Office of Student Life at the Ft. McIntosh Campus, at the Kazen Student Center room 214 or at the LC South Campus, William “Billy” Hall Student Center 2nd floor Room A225.

Student Activity Fee

The total Student Activity fee a student pays per semester is based on enrolled college credit hours. Students are charged $10 per every credit hour they are registered for each semester.

The Student Activity fee is used to support our students with different initiatives such as, but not limited to: leadership, clubs, organizations, sports, fitness and wellness programs, on/off-campus activities, speakers, and events.

The Student Activity Fee Advisory Committee is composed of 5 voting student members and 4 voting faculty/staff members. A majority vote from student members of the committee is necessary to make changes and allocations.

Student Travel 

Student travel is defined as any form of travel undertaken by Laredo College students or by students participating in a Laredo College program. This includes travel led by a Laredo College department or a recognized student organization representing Laredo College in any capacity.

Travel Requirements

• All student travel requires the submission of multiple documents to the following offices:
• Title IX Office
• Safety and Risk Management
• Office of Student Life and Engagement
• These documents must be submitted at least 30 business days prior to travel for approval
• Upon return, additional documentation must be submitted as required.

Students should coordinate with their department representative or student organization advisor for detailed information on the travel approval process and required documentation

Events Calendar

A schedule of events and activities is maintained by the Director of Event Services. All student activities must be cleared with the Director of Student Life prior to placement on the calendar. To view student activities at LC visit the student life calendar website. Reservations for events at the Kazen Student Center must be requested through the Office of Event Services.

Student Organizations

Assistance in the formation of student organizations is available at the Office of Student Life, located at the Kazen Student Center or William N. “Billy” Hall, Jr Center. All student organizations must have a faculty and/or staff advisor, student officers, and purposes that are in harmony with the mission and vision of Laredo College. 

Student Government Association

The Student Government Association provides an official student voice through which student opinion is expressed. Students may participate through feedback, suggestions and recommendations made as they relate to student matters to Laredo College administration. For information, contact the Office of Student Life at the Ft. McIntosh Campus, at the Kazen Student Center, Room 214 or at the LC South Campus, William “Billy” Hall Student Center 2nd floor Room A225.