The Department of Student Life recognizes the importance of developing connections and community. As such, Student Life and the Campus Activities & Advocacy Board (CAAB) host a variety of events and activities free of charge to our students!
The best place to find more information about events is here on this webpage, the Student Life Canvas page, and our social media channels, Instagram and Facebook!
Questions about any events? Connect with us at involvement@cptc.edu.
Please note, event dates & times are subject to change. Student Life will be sure to update on social media channels, webpages, and emails.
Student Life is kicking fall quarter off with their Week of Welcome (WOW) program - bringing CPTC students a new event every day the first week of the quarter to welcome them (back) to CPTC.
Stop by the SLSC on Monday, September 28 for a free donut from Original House of Donuts! Donuts will be available at 9am and once we're out, we're out!
Event Details
- Date: Monday, September 28
- Time: 9am until gone
- Sign Up: Not Required
- Price: FREE for CPTC students
- Location: Building 23, SLSC
- Questions: contact us at involvement@cptc.edu
Student Life is kicking fall quarter off with their Week of Welcome (WOW) program - bringing CPTC students a new event every day the first week of the quarter to welcome them (back) to CPTC.
Who doesn't love a giant inflatable version of Hungry, Hungry Hippos?! Stop by the College Green from 11am-3pm to engage in a friendly challenge of your favorite childhood game! It's guaranteed to make you smile!
Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, September 29
- Time: 11am-3pm
- Sign Up: Not Required
- Price: FREE for CPTC students
- Location: outside of Building 23 or inside B23 atrium if rainy weather
- Questions: contact us at involvement@cptc.edu
Student Life is kicking fall quarter off with their Week of Welcome (WOW) program - bringing CPTC students a new event every day the first week of the quarter to welcome them (back) to CPTC.
This time, our friends across campus are hosting some WOW events! Stop by each center to engage in a new activity between 10am-4pm.
The MOSAIC Mural
Be a part of something bigger! Join us in the MOSIAC Center to create a student-led mural that will be displayed throughout fall quarter.
Event Details
- Date: Wednesday, September 30
- Time: 10am-4pm
- Sign Up: Not Required
- Price: FREE for CPTC students
- Location: Building 23, MOSIAC Center
- Questions: contact us at involvement@cptc.edu
Student Life is kicking fall quarter off with their Week of Welcome (WOW) program - bringing CPTC students a new event every day the first week of the quarter to welcome them (back) to CPTC.
This time, our friends across campus are hosting some WOW events! Stop by each center to engage in a new activity between 10am-4pm.
MEC Fall Tailgate
Kick off the fall with the MEC. A fun kickoff featuring games, food, music, and community connections!
Event Details
- Date: Wednesday, September 30
- Time: 10am-4pm
- Sign Up: Not Required
- Price: FREE for CPTC students
- Location: Building 15, Room 112
- Questions: contact us at involvement@cptc.edu
Student Life is kicking fall quarter off with their Week of Welcome (WOW) program - bringing CPTC students a new event every day the first week of the quarter to welcome them (back) to CPTC.
This time, our friends across campus are hosting some WOW events! Stop by each center to engage in a new activity between 10am-4pm.
Pop N' Pour
Come snap a pic, crack a joke, and pop a soda with the Peer Mentors!
Event Details
- Date: Wednesday, September 30
- Time: 10am-4pm
- Sign Up: Not Required
- Price: FREE for CPTC students
- Location: Building 16, Room 101
- Questions: contact us at involvement@cptc.edu
Student Life is kicking fall quarter off with their Week of Welcome (WOW) program - bringing CPTC students a new event every day the first week of the quarter to welcome them (back) to CPTC.
What's the Scoop?! Stop by Building 23 between 12-2pm to learn about all things Student Life and make your own custom ice cream sundae!
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, October 1
- Time: 12-2pm
- Sign Up: Not Required
- Price: FREE for CPTC students
- Location: Building 23, Hallway
- Questions: contact us at involvement@cptc.edu
Student Life is kicking fall quarter off with their Week of Welcome (WOW) program - bringing CPTC students a new event every day the first week of the quarter to welcome them (back) to CPTC.
We are closing out WOW with (pizza) slices and Student ID Cards at the South Hill Campus from 11am-1pm.
Event Details
- Date: Friday, October 2
- Time: 11am-1pm
- Sign Up: Not Required
- Price: FREE for CPTC students
- Location: South Hill Campus
- Questions: contact us at involvement@cptc.edu
Interested to learn more about student clubs on campus? Have an idea for a club (or two, or three)? Stop by the Club Shark Tank event and connect with peers and the Student Life team to learn how to get involved or to start your own club!
Event Details
- Date: Wednesday, October 7
- Time: 2-4pm
- Sign Up: Not Required
- Price: FREE for CPTC students
- Location: Building 23, Ballroom
- Questions: kaelynn.starr@cptc.edu
Student Life is celebrating National Coming Out Day with joy, pride, and community spirit! Stop by the SLSC on Thursday, October 8 from 12-4pm to enjoy activities, resources, cupcakes, and opportunities to connect with peers!
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, October 8
- Time: 12-4pm
- Sign Up: Not Required
- Price: FREE for all students and CPTC employees
- Location: Building 23, SLSC
- Questions: involvement@cptc.edu
Get into the spooky spirit with Student Life at our pumpkin carving and bedazzling event! This event will take place on Tuesday, October 27 from 1-4:30pm in the Building 23 Atrium. It is free for all current CPTC students. Sign up is not required, but supplies are available on a first come, first served basis.
What to Expect:
- One free craft pumpkin
- Carving tools
- Painting supplies
- Bedazzling supplies
- Fall snacks
Event Details:
- Date: Tuesday, October 27
- Time: 1:00-4:30pm
- Sign Up: Not Required, Limited Supplies
- Price: FREE for current CPTC students
- Location: Building 23 Atrium, Lakewood Campus
- Questions: caab2@cptc.edu
More details coming soon!
More details coming soon!
Think fast, move faster! Are you ready for the rush?
Join CAAB for Rush Hour on Tuesday, November 17 in the Building 23 Ballroom. Rush Hour is a fast-paced challenge where students will compete individually through a series of fun mini-games.
There are 4 games in total:
- Game 1: Cup Pyramid - Assemble a pyramid with plastic cups. Easy, right?
- Game 2: Three in a Row - Get 3 ping pong balls into their respective cups.
- Game 3: Dart wall - Hit 4 balloons and move on to the final game.
- Game 4: Duck Dash - Think safe archery meets nostalgic Nintendo!
Come ready to compete, have fun, and see if you have what it takes to beat the rest of CPTC!
Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, November 17
- Time: 11am-2pm
- Sign Up: Not Required
- Price: FREE for current CPTC students
- Location: Building 23, Ballroom, Lakewood Campus
- Questions: caab6@cptc.edu
Did you know that ONE pint of blood can save THREE lives? Student Life is partnering with Bloodworks Northwest to host a blood drive on Wednesday, November 18. Students, employees, and community members can sign up to donate blood between 9am-3pm. Sign up is preferred, though walk-ins may be available. Our goal is to secure 51 donors. Help us reach that goal and sign up for a spot today!
- Donors ages 16-17 will need their parent or guardian to sign a permission form in advance. Permission forms are available at the Student Leadership & Service Center (SLSC
Event Details
- Date: Wednesday, November 18
- Time: 9am-3pm
- Sign Up: Recommended
- Donation: Open to all CPTC students, employees and community members
- Location: Building 23 Parking Lot
- Questions: involvement@cptc.edu
Career & Community Services is hosting their quarterly Employment & Resource Fair on Wednesday, November 18 from 10am-1pm in the Building 23 Ballroom. This event is open to all CPTC students, employees and community members. Stop by the event to connect with potential employers and community resources, such as healthcare, basic needs, and housing organizations.
Event Details
- Date: Wednesday, November 18
- Event Time: 10am-1pm
- Sign Up: Preferred but not required
- Price: Free for all current CPTC students, employees & community members
- Location: Building 23 Ballroom, Lakewood Campus
- Questions: Contact CCServices@cptc.edu
more details coming soon!
CAAB Is hosting a clothing swap as a chance for students to swap gently used clothing and accessories with other CPTC students. This is a great opportunity for students to get clothes they may want going into the winter weather season or to just have an affordable and sustainable wardrobe refresh
Drop Off Days
You can drop off your clean, gently used clothes at the SLSC November 23-25 during operating hours.
- November 23: 9:30am-4pm
- November 24: 9:30am-4pm
- November 25: 9:30am-12pm
Shopping Days
Students can shop the clothing swap on Tuesday, December 1 and Wednesday, December 2 from 2-4pm in Building 23, Room 122.
Donation Requirements
- All clothing must be clean/washed, and should not have holes, stains, or other damage that would make the item unwearable
- We will not accept any undergarment donations
Event Details
- Donation Dates: November 23-25
- Donation Times: SLSC Hours
- Shopping Dates: December 1-2
- Shopping Times: 2-4pm
- Sign Up: Not Required
- Price: FREE for current CPTC students
- Location: Building 23, Room 122
- Questions: caab3@cptc.edu
More details coming soon!