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The student government program is designed to help nurture the leaders of the future. In addition to student government classes, we also offer a Leadership Development Certificate.

Dean Hannah Blodgett
Phone (916) 484-8471
Email arcstudentleadership@arc.losrios.edu

Student Government (SGVT) Courses

SGVT 300 Introduction to Student Government

Units:2
Hours:18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:Local GE L7B (effective Fall 2025)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2025

This course provides a study of the legal, educational, and philosophical basis of student government and leadership studies. It may include travel to other campuses, area and state conferences, and it provides the opportunity to participate on faculty and administrative committees. Topics are designed to teach leadership skills and to give practical experience in the field of student government. This course is highly advised for those involved in student government. Field trips may be required.

SGVT 310 Leadership Development

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2025

This course provides emerging and existing student leaders the opportunity to explore the concept of leadership and to develop and improve their leadership skills. It examines contemporary leadership models as well as personal values and beliefs that affect personal philosophy of leadership. This course provides opportunities to experience leadership in college and community settings. This course is highly advised for those involved in student government.

SGVT 499 Experimental Offering in Student Government

Units:0.5 - 4
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2025

This is the experimental courses description.

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