Things To Do

• Greek Affairs, which oversees the many fraternities and sororities at PennWest California.
• Student Activities Board is a student-led organization that programs entertainment and events for the PennWest California community.
• Student Government Association (SAI) is the official governing body for PennWest California students. Part of the Student Association Inc. (SAI), SGA works with the University Administration to address student concerns, approve and promote recognized clubs and organizations, and development of student activity fee distribution to clubs and organizations. Meetings are held Monday at 4:15 p.m. in the Natali Student Center.
• Student Development includes New Student Orientation, Parent/Family Engagement, Welcome Weekend, and the Alpha Lambda Delta freshman honor society.
• Student Media Suite is home to CUTV, the campus television station, WCAL, the campus radio station, and the Cal Times student newspaper. Students of all majors are welcome to participate.

• Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs serves as the Student Affairs California campus and oversees all aspects of Auxiliary Services, Budgeting, Project Management, and Compliance for the Institutional Effectiveness, Student Affairs, and University Police division. The office also houses the Associate Dean of Students, who acts as campus lead for student conduct, provides conflict resolution, and chairs the Behavioral Intervention Team.
• Center for Career and Professional Development Center (CCPD) is where your career coach can help you explore majors and careers, learn internship and job search strategies, learn how to develop an effective resume, prepare for interviews, job fairs, and networking events, apply to graduate schools, and connect with employers! Conveniently located just off the Heritage Lounge, the CCPD also houses the Internship Center, which links students and employers for faculty-led internships.
• Center for Volunteer Programs and Service Learning connects you with volunteer opportunities and service projects in California and surrounding Pennsylvania communities.
• The PennWest California Pantry assists our students by providing food, academic supplies, and personal hygiene items so they can continue on the path toward graduation. Students in need can ask to receive food or non-food supplies (personal hygiene items or school supplies) online.
• Commuter Services, located behind the Energy Zone, includes charging stations for your laptop and cellphone, a kitchenette with a microwave oven, refrigerator, sink, lockers, and comfy seating areas. (Additional commuter break pods are located in other buildings on campus, too, so commuter students have a convenient place to rest and recharge between classes.)
• PennWest California Bookstore is where you can purchase textbooks, computer hardware and software, school supplies, PennWest California clothing, and other gear.
• The Office of Sexual Misconduct Prevention & Response plays a critical role in creating a safe and welcoming campus community through its prevention efforts. OSMPR also provides support, resources, and services to students impacted by sexual misconduct. The Victim Advocate provides crisis intervention and risk assessment, hospital accompaniment (forensic exam), safety planning, and emergency accommodations. The on-call Advocate is available 24/7 and can be reached by calling University Police at 724-938-HELP.

Campus Ministry is a space for spiritual growth, character development, prayer, community service, and social interaction among students; PennWest California's campus ministry includes:

• Cal Catholic fosters fellowship and learning opportunities among Catholic students at PennWest California. Cal Catholic hosts mass on Sundays at 10 a.m. in the Vulcan Theater.
• New Life Christian Fellowship is where students explore faith, make friends, study God's Word, and enjoy the college experience. New Life, a Baptist-supported ministry open to students of any denomination, meets for Bible study and fellowship on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in Natali 319.
• STAND (Students Taking a New Direction) is an interdenominational ministry that helps students explore Christianity, deepen their faith, and connect with fellow students through Bible study and other activities.

• The Performance Center is a versatile meeting and performance space used for a variety of campus activities.
• The Underground hosts open mic nights, books local bands, and sponsors performances by writers, poets, musicians, and comedians on Thursday nights.
• The Vulcan Theater is a 104-seat multipurpose space. The theater can be booked for clubs and outside events. Sound, lights, and projector are available.

• ESports Zone is designed for students to play video games together on state-of-the-art consoles and PCs. It also includes a TV so students can stream Twitch — a service that focuses on video game livestreams, including broadcasts of esports competitions.
• Corner Pocket Billiards Room is where you can play a casual game with friends between classes or brush up on your skills—equipment is available to sign out at the info desk.

• Located on the first floor, Flatz is the perfect location to grab breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night eats, ranging from coffee and smoothies to breakfast sandwiches, grab-and-go salads and sandwiches, Mexican cuisine, and so much more.
• Gold Rush Culinary Center, on the second floor, is the primary dining option for PennWest California students and offers all-you-care-to-eat dining in a relaxed setting. Students can choose from a variety of dining memberships and meal plans.
• Chick-fil-A Express offers the classic chicken sandwich, fresh salads, chicken nuggets, waffle fries, and lemonade.

PSECU, the Pennsylvania State Employee Credit Union. PSECU offers on-campus financial services to students and PennWest California employees.