Student Life and Leadership is dedicated to enhancing the student experience outside of the classroom. Student Life focuses on developing leadership skills, student engagement and creating a vibrant campus community through various programs, events and activities.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday & Thursday:
8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Friday:
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
(Closed on Fridays During the Summer)
Room 2329 – Main Campus
TEL: (708) 596-2000, ext. 5737
EMAIL: studentlife@ssc.edu
STUDENT ASSISTANCE
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE
988
or
(800) 273-8255
CRISIS TEXT LINE
- Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor
- Free 24/7 support at your fingertips
- Message on Facebook
Student Life Quick Links
UPCOMING EVENTS
The month of June is LGBTQ Pride Month. In observance of LGBTQ pride month, visit the Student Life and Leadership webpage to learn more about the experiences and triumphs of […]
Women Veterans Day Event Join SSC community members on Thursday, June 8th from 1:00 – 2:00PM in a virtual panel discussion to learn the history of women in the military. […]
Mental Health Awareness Month event SSC’s Student & Enrollment Services are offering Mental Health First Aid Certification Training from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm on Wednesday, June 14th in the […]
South Suburban College’s Office of Student Life & Leadership presents a Juneteenth Celebration on Wednesday, June 14th from 12:00 – 2:00 PM in the SSC Courtyard on the Main Campus. […]
Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month is recognized in September. Visual reminders will be displayed throughout campus to inform everyone that they are important, needed and make a difference.
Women’s History Month is celebrated in March. Additionally, both Financial Literacy Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month are recognized in April, and Pride Month is observed in June. For details about events, contact the Office of Student Life and Leadership at (708) 596-2000, ext. 5737.
Student Government Association
The Student Government Association is a student-led group that strives to promote student activities, keep active communications among all segments of the College community and address student concerns and grievances. If you are interested in joining, see the Student Government Association Constitution (SGA) Constitution for roles and responsibilities. For additional inquiries contact SGA Advisor, Danielle Whitted or call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2346.
Nicole Williams
2022 Student Government President
Fatima Serrato
2022 SSC Student Trustee
SSC Voices Forum
SSC CARES (Community, Accessibility, Respect, Excellence, Sustainability) hosts virtual forums with the SSC community members to discuss diversity at South Suburban College. View some previous SSC CARES forums:
“Equity Matters” Workforce, Education and Community” 2/16/23
“SSC Cares About Diversity” 6/23/22
MEDITATION MONDAYS:
“Sustainability, Mind, Body & Soul”
- Are you looking for ways to reduce stress and anxiety?
- Did you know practices such as mindfulness, meditation breath work, and yoga can reduce stress, increase mood, and support your mental and physical health?
- Would you like to try out mediation and meditate with others?
Join Dr. Eric Myers of SSC’s Sustainability Committee and Dr. Shunda McGriff of Counselors Care for Meditation Mondays in the Spring semester from 11:00 to 11:40 am in the MB Financial Bank Business Suite on the first floor on the Main Campus.
This is a Sustainability and Counselors Care initiative.
SSC HEALTHY CORNER
Every Monday in Room 1157 on the Main Campus
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
This is an on-campus food pantry for students to receive healthy food options. Students must present a valid SSC ID for access.
Sponsored by the Greater Chicago Food Depository and ECMC/Project Success Foundation
