Students have a right to form, join, and participate in groups or organizations for purposes including, but not limited to, intellectual, religious, social, political, or cultural interests. The College recognizes the right of all students to engage in discussion, express thoughts and opinions, and the freedom to assemble, speak, write or publish on any subject in accordance with College policies and state and federal laws.
Students have a right to form, join, and participate in groups or organizations for purposes including, but not limited to, intellectual, religious, social, political, or cultural interests. The College recognizes the right of all students to engage in discussion, express thoughts and opinions, and the freedom to assemble, speak, write or publish on any subject in accordance with College policies and state and federal laws.
Athletics
- Intramural Athletics
- A varied program of athletics is provided for all students, including flag football, basketball, cornhole and volleyball. Some sports are offered as co-ed activities. Tabling in Pyle Center is held in the fall/spring for intramural programs.
- Intercollegiate Athletics
- Wilmington College is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III. We compete as members of the Ohio Athletic Conference. Men’s intercollegiate schedules are maintained in football, soccer, cross-country, basketball, baseball, track and field, swimming, and lacrosse. Students must maintain academic standards as stipulated by Wilmington College and the NCAA in order to be eligible for athletic participation. Academic eligibility is determined one week after grades are due to the Office of Academic Records each term. Women’s intercollegiate schedules are maintained in volleyball, basketball, softball, swimming, track and field, soccer, lacrosse and cross-country. The women hold the same academic standards as the men. he College nickname is “Quakers” and the school’s colors are green and white. Complete schedules for any College team may be obtained in the athletic office in Hermann Court or on the Wilmington College website: www.wilmington.edu/athletics.
Fine Arts
- Wilmington College Chorale
- The Wilmington College Chorale is an ensemble of 20 to 40 singers. The group is open to all Wilmington College students, no matter your major. Previous experience in vocal/choral music is recommended but not required (but a voice placement audition is conducted at the beginning of each semester).
- The chorale gives two main concerts each year and appears on- and off-campus for groups when asked. Students can elect to take for one hour fine arts credit or non-credit.
- Quaker Thunder Athletic Band
- The Wilmington College Quaker Thunder Athletic Band is a high-energy and exciting instrumental music ensemble, which functions as an extension of both the Music and Athletics departments. In addition, the Quaker Thunder has the distinction of representing Wilmington College as one of the most visible and regularly performing groups on-campus. Membership is open to all Wilmington College students that play an approved instrument, regardless of academic majors/minors. Previous experience (performing in an instrumental ensemble, reading notated music, etc) is strongly encouraged; students with little or no prior experience may be required to receive individualized instruction before they are allowed to perform at public events. Students in the Quaker Thunder rehearse regularly, attend occasional sectionals, and perform at select athletic events throughout the academic year, which are made available to students in advance via schedule. The average time commitment is approximately 3 to 5 hours per week. It is expected that members will perform at scheduled events as part of their academic requirements for this course. Students may elect to register for one hour of Fine Arts credit, or for non-credit. Students will need instructor approval in order to register, and should contact Stephen M. Wadsack at: stephen_wadsack@wilmington.edu.
- Theatre Productions
- Every year the Wilmington College Theatre Department stages three to four major productions: three during the academic year and one during the summer. Students from any area of study are invited and encouraged to audition for these plays. Audition dates are posted around campus near the beginning of each semester.
- Cast and Crew may take Applied Theatre: THR185/385 for one credit.
Government
Student Government Association (SGA)
Pyle Center Office #4
Ext. 468
It is the responsibility of Wilmington College’s SGA to serve as the representative voice of the student population; to encourage understanding and respect for the Quaker tradition of peace, service, and inner direction; to recognize and aid worthy student organizations; and to promote pride in the College. The SGA seeks to serve all the students’ desires for improved student services and academic programs, as well as to promote honest and open communications among students, faculty, administrators, and staff. The SGA Steering Committee is also responsible for the allocation of the student activity fee.
All registered and enrolled students of Wilmington College main campus are members of the Student Government Association. Any member of the SGA has the right to present a concern or grievance in accordance with the SGA Bylaws (Article I, Section I). Any member of SGA has the right to appeal a decision in accordance with the SGA Bylaws (Article I, Section II).
The SGA Board meets every Tuesday afternoon at 4:15 p.m. in Thomas Lounge. On the Second and Fourth Tuesdays of each month, the Student Senate of Wilmington College will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the McCoy Room. The Student Senate is comprised of students from all academic major areas, with one representative for every 25 students in the major. The Student Senate will serve as the voice to the Steering Committee to bring forward issues, concerns, and questions from all around campus. The Steering Committee of SGA will rely on the Student Senate to provide bi-weekly reports at the weekly SGA meetings on their discussions and ideas.
Greeks
Wilmington College currently recognizes 12 active sororities and fraternities. The sororities are Alpha Phi Kappa, Delta Omega Theta, Gamma Beta Eta Lil Sis*, Gamma Phi Gamma, Kappa Delta*, Sigma Gamma Rho*, and Sigma Alpha*. The fraternities are Delta Theta Sigma*, Lambda Chi Alpha*, Sigma Zeta and Tau Kappa Beta. This group of 12 Greek organizations constitutes the membership of the Greek Council. Phi Alpha Psi, Phi Alpha Psi Sweethearts, Iota Phi Theta* are inactive Greek organizations which are recognized by the College.
*Denotes affiliation with a national/regional organization.
Honors Societies
- Sigma Tau Delta
- (International English Honor Society) The purpose of this organization is to recognize excellence in Literature, Rhetorical Theory, Composition, Critical Theory, English Education, Linguistics, and Creative Writing. A GPA of 3.5 or better, and completion of two or more English classes beyond composition with a “B” or better are required for consideration for membership.
- Green Key
- (Wilmington College Honor Society) The Green Key Honor Society was founded in May 1951 by Dr. Samuel Marble, 12th President of Wilmington College. The purpose of this organization is to recognize superior scholarship. Green Key reviews students annually after the fall semester. Eligibility requirements are:
- Seniors—90 semester hours completed; 3.50 GPA
- Transfer students are eligible for membership in Green Key after completing a minimum of 32 Wilmington College semester hours and fulfilling the above hour and GPA requirements. The GPA is calculated using all grades, Wilmington and transfer.
- For students seeking a second degree, all coursework from both degrees (Wilmington and transfer) is included in the GPA calculation for Green Key determination.
- (Wilmington College Honor Society) The Green Key Honor Society was founded in May 1951 by Dr. Samuel Marble, 12th President of Wilmington College. The purpose of this organization is to recognize superior scholarship. Green Key reviews students annually after the fall semester. Eligibility requirements are:
- Omicron Delta Epsilon (International Economics Honor Society)
- The purpose of this international organization is to acknowledge excellent scholarship in the field of economics and to promote interaction among Wilmington College students, faculty, and those interested in economics at other area institutions.
- Membership is by invitation only, minimum qualification are that a student must have completed 12 semester hours in Economics with a 3.0 average and also have a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.
- Order of Omega (National Greek Honor Society)
- The purpose of this organization is to honor Greek leaders for their service to their organization, the College, and the community. To qualify, students must be a Junior or Senior and must be nominated by their membership. All nominees are reviewed by the officers and members of the Order.
- Omicron Delta Kappa (National Leadership Honor Society)
- This society honors juniors and seniors who are in the top 35% of their class academically and who have made significant contributions in one or more of the following areas:
- Academics
- Athletics
- Campus or community service, social and religious activities, and campus government
- Journalism, speech, and mass media
- Creative and performing arts
- Students are further expected to demonstrate “exemplary character, responsible leadership and service in campus or community life, and superior scholarship.”
- This society honors juniors and seniors who are in the top 35% of their class academically and who have made significant contributions in one or more of the following areas:
- Sigma Delta Pi (National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society)
- Sigma Delta Pi, the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society (La Sociedad National Honoraria Hispanica), was established on November 14, 1919, at the University of California at Berkeley. It is not only the largest foreign language honor society in existence, but it is also one of the very best as attested to by its membership in the Association of College Honor Societies, an accrediting body which demands the maintenance of the highest standards and which has extended its recognition to only two other foreign language societies.
- The purpose of this society is to honor those who seek and attain excellence in the study of the Spanish language and in the study of the literature and culture of the Spanish speaking peoples; to encourage College and university students to acquire a greater interest in and a deeper understanding of Hispanic culture; to foster friendly relations and mutual respect between the nations of Hispanic speech and those of English speech; and to serve its membership in ways which will contribute to the attainment of the goals and ideals of the society. In order to be a member, students must be a junior and have a minimum of 18 hours of Spanish courses, which includes Spanish culture and literature. Contact Jeff Stahley, Associate Professor of Spanish, for more information.
- Wilmington College Honors Program
- The Honors Program at Wilmington College is designed to enrich the academic experience of qualified students with special sections of courses, interdisciplinary seminars, opportunities for leadership and civic engagement, and a senior project.
- Entering freshmen on the Wilmington campus who received a high school GPA of 3.3 or higher and an ACT score of 25 or higher are invited to participate in this program. Full-time main campus students who have a 3.3 GPA at the end of the first term, but were not previously invited to participate, may petition the Honors Program, and if approved, may participate in second term activities. Transfer students interested in joining the Program should contact the Director of the Honors Program..
- Presidential and Dean’s Scholarship recipients are required to complete the Program. To remain in the Program, students must maintain a 3.3 cumulative GPA, remain in good academic standing, comply with the Student Code of Conduct, and participate in the required Honors Program activities. Those who leave the program, voluntarily or involuntarily will have their scholarship reduced to the next highest level.
- Students who complete the Honors Academic Program will receive notation on their official Wilmington College transcript and recognition at the commencement ceremony.
- Anyone desiring further information should contact the Director of the Honors Program.