Any student organization seeking recognition and funding from the Saint Anselm Student Government Association must have an advisor. This person must be a member of the College faculty or staff and agree to act in this role on a volunteer basis. The organization cannot participate in and/or conduct activities without the guidance of an advisor.

Responsibilities of student club and organization advisors

1. Offer guidance by reviewing goals, objectives, and the progress of the organization.
2. Act as a resource person for the organization. Advisors may have access to internal and external networks and information which may be helpful to student groups.
3. Provide continuity from year to year. As the leadership of the organization changes, new leaders are often left without a sense of organizational history. Advisors provide for a smoother leadership transition.
4. Offer experience and/or expertise in a particular area related to the group's purpose.
5. Translate college policy for the organization when issues arise.
6. Support, motivate, and encourage the organization's leaders and members as they take risks and face challenges.
7. Develop and refine leadership skills with the organization's members.

The purpose of the Student Government Association shall be to promote the best interests of the student body of Saint Anselm College, to foster a recognition of the rights of the student body, to promote active student participation in the operation of Saint Anselm College, and to program social, cultural and educational activities for the enjoyment of the Saint Anselm College community

Institutional Research

The Office of Institutional Research (OIR) provides reliable, accurate, and timely information to college constituents in support of strategic planning and decision-making. This includes analysis of historical and current information about the college, comparisons with other institutions, and data from surveys and outcome assessments. OIR serves as a repository for institutional data and responds to internal and external data requests and reporting requirements. OIR reports directly to the college's executive vice president.

Strategic Planning

Saint Anselm College will be renowned for its ability to provide a liberal arts education and professional preparation for a changing world. Grounded in both the Catholic intellectual tradition and our Benedictine identity, we are dedicated to educational excellence within and beyond the classroom through innovative learning opportunities, partnerships, and engagement with the community. Building on our distinguished educational heritage, our graduates will be ethical leaders and informed citizens who contribute to a more just community and world.

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NECHE Accreditation

Saint Anselm College will undergo a comprehensive evaluation visit, April 7-10, 2019, by a team representing the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).

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Monumental Ideas, Inventive Solutions

There’s no reason to wait until graduate school to do real research. At Saint Anselm, we consider research an integral part of an undergraduate education, so no matter your major, you’ll find opportunities to study a subject in-depth.

Saint Anselm students are studying the development of cancer, compiling data on the Civil War, investigating media’s portrayal of women in politics. They’re pushing toward real breakthroughs. They’re even getting their names published in academic journals and presenting at conferences around the country.

Valuable Skills

In the labs and in the field, our students are gaining valuable skills and understanding of the world around them. Working one-on-one with faculty, they’re trained on equipment, terminology, and library resources, and can bounce ideas off each other and their mentors along the way.

Real research leads you to wider opportunities and career paths. With the help of faculty who are experts in their field and dedicated to your success, you’ll get into the graduate school of your choice or land the job of your dreams.

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Celebrating Research

Saint Anselm students of all majors are researching, writing, performing, studying, and creating. The results of their work range from published papers to oil paintings to interactive poster projects, and are celebrated by the college through the annual S.O.A.R. Program. The series of events sponsored by S.O.A.R. showcases the outstanding research and artwork by our students across disciplines.