Advocate – Educate – Celebrate

Our goals in Student Life are simple. We serve as advocates for all MATC students, helping ensure that their interests are represented and their rights are protected. We help guide students' educational growth, providing them with opportunities to apply what they've learned in the classroom or challenging them to explore new possibilities. We also celebrate the accomplishments of our students, taking special time to recognize and reward them for their hard work.

Programs and activities

Several programs, activities and services are offered through Student Life They include:

• The Clarion (student newspaper)
• United Common Ground
• Performing Arts
• Phi Theta Kappa (honor society)
• Programs and Activities Council (PAC)
• Student Senate
• Volunteer Center
• Yahara Journal (fine arts journal)
• Campus clubs
• WolfPack Den (recreation center)
• Food Service

To join a student organization or club

To join a student organization or club, complete a Student Organization Application (a downloadable PDF) and take it to the Student Life Office. If you have questions, you can e-mail studentlife@matcmadison.edu or call us at (608) 246-6224. You can also visit our offices located in Room 140 at the Truax campus and Room D237 at the Downtown campus. Open hours at Truax are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays. Open hours at Downtown are 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and by apppointment on Fridays. Summer and holiday hours vary.

The Student Life mission

As mentors, advisors, and educators, through our programs and services we promote total student development, build inclusive learning communities, and prepare students for their academic pursuits as well as successful work and global citizenship.

To find out more about us

Student Life features a diverse and talented staff ready to assist you. Learn more about us by visiting our staff page.

"Being involved with the Student Senate and working side-by-side with numerous other clubs and organizations has shown me that involvement in college is just as important as the classes I take. From gaining skills that will help me every day to building friendships and bonds, my involvement at MATC has made my experience at MATC more than I could have ever hoped for."

– Jaimi A. Kolehouse
Student Senate president, 2004-2005