Student Life Upcoming Events

A-B Tech Fall 2024 Activities and Events

Open to all currently enrolled curriculum students

Get involved in these upcoming events!

  • Aug. 19 & 20 @ 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Welcome Tables: Stop by the welcome tables for a campus map, student handbook, and more. (Elm and Bailey building locations)
  • Aug. 21 @ 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Student Government Association meeting: Open to all curriculum students. Stay updated on what's happening around campus, get involved, and share your student voice. Ferguson 117 (Not AHWD)
  • Aug. 27 @ 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon — Yard Games & Popsicles: Beech Tree Deck Lawn
  • Aug. 28 @ 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Manna FoodBank Community Market: Free groceries, produce, and perishables for those who need them. The market is located in the parking lots behind the Magnolia Building on Fernihurst Drive.
  • Aug. 28 @ 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Student Government Association meeting: Open to all curriculum students. Stay updated on what's happening around campus, get involved, and share your student voice. Ferguson 117 (Not AHWD)
  • Aug. 29 @ 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon — A-B Tech Gym Open House: Do you want to work on your fitness goals for free? Come learn about fitness opportunities, equipment, and open hours at the free on-campus gym in the Coman building
  • Aug. 29 @ 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. — Vision Board Crafting: Coman Building – Beech Tree Deck (Between Elm & Coman buildings) Alternate location: Ferguson 117
  • Sep. 3 @ 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. — Coloring with SGA: Beech Tree Deck
  • Sep. 4 @ 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Tie Dye Time: Coman & Elm Lawns
  • Sep. 4 @ 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Student Government Association meeting: Open to all curriculum students. Stay updated on what's happening around campus, get involved, and share your student voice. Ferguson 117 (Not AHWD)
  • Sep. 5 @ 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. — Food Bank Service Day: Volunteer in your community by packaging food for Manna Foodbank. Email studentlife@abtech.edu to sign up.
  • Sep. 10 @ 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Fall Festival: Activity Day (Classes Canceled 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) Beech Tree Deck
  • Sep. 11 @ 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. — Fall Speaker Series #1: Join us for a re-broadcast of the NSLS interview with bestselling author Rohit Bhargava on the 5 Non-Obvious Secrets Every Student Should Know - Ferguson 117 (Not AHWD)
  • Sep. 12 @ 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Bracelet Making - Bridge & Tunnel Cafe in the Coman building
  • Sep. 18 @ 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Peyton Heart Project - Bridge & Tunnel Cafe in the Coman building
  • Sep. 18 @ 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Student Government Association meeting: Open to all curriculum students. Stay updated on what's happening around campus, get involved, and share your student voice. Ferguson 117 (Not AHWD)
  • Sep. 20 @ 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon — Habitat for Humanity: Join us to build & repair houses for those in our community that need it! Email studentlife@abtech.du to sign up.
  • Sep. 25 @ 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Manna FoodBank Community Market: Free groceries, produce, and perishables for those who need them. The market is located in the parking lots behind the Magnolia Building on Fernihurst Drive.
  • Sep. 26 @ 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. — Fall Speaker Series #2: Join us for a re-broadcast of NSLS exclusive interview with leadership expert Charlene Li on “The Disruption Mindset.” - Ferguson 117 (Not AHWD)
  • Oct. 1 @ 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. — Skull Painting: Join us to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month & honor the Dia De Los Muertos holiday (that is at the end of the month). Hosted at the Beech Tree Deck (between Elm & Coman buildings)
  • Oct. 2 @ 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Student Government Association meeting: Open to all curriculum students. Stay updated on what's happening around campus, get involved, and share your student voice. Ferguson 117 (Not AHWD)
  • Oct. 11 @ 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon — Habitat for Humanity: Join us to build & repair houses for those in our community that need it! Email studentlife@abtech.du to sign up.
  • Oct. 16 @ 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. — Pumpkin Painting: Hosted on the Beech Tree Deck (between Elm & Coman buildings) - Rain location: Ferguson 117 (Not AHWD)
  • Oct. 16 @ 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Student Government Association meeting: Open to all curriculum students. Stay updated on what's happening around campus, get involved, and share your student voice. Ferguson 117 (Not AHWD)
  • Oct. 17 @ 12:45 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Color for Justice: Bridge & Tunnel Cafe in the Coman Building
  • Oct. 23 @ 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Well-O-Ween Wellness Fair: Activity Day (Classes Canceled 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) - Beech Tree Deck
  • Oct. 23 @ 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Manna FoodBank Community Market: Free groceries, produce, and perishables for those who need them. The market is located in the parking lots behind the Magnolia Building on Fernihurst Drive.
  • Nov. 12 @ 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. — Fall Speaker Series #3: Join us for a re-broadcast of an NSLS interview with Dr. Bernice King CEO of the King Center on overcoming adversity & leading with love. - Ferguson 117 (Not AHWD)
  • Nov. 11 - Nov. 15 — "Stronger Together" Playlist: Share the music that's getting you through the day. We will share the playlist link to listen along in the Trailblazer Talk newsletter in your student email. Email studentlife@abtech.edu for the submission form to share your music.
  • Nov. 13 @ 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Student Government Association Virtual Meeting: Open to all curriculum students. Stay updated on what's happening around campus, get involved, and share your student voice. Email studentlife@abtech.edu for the Zoom link.
  • Nov. 14 @ 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. — Food Bank Service Day: Volunteer in your community by packaging food for Manna Foodbank. Email studentlife@abtech.edu to sign up.
  • Nov. 18 - December 6 —Student Life Inspirational Quote Wall: Submit your favorite motivational or inspirational quotes. Email studentlife@abtech.edu for the submission form.
  • Nov. 20 @ 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. — Fall Speaker Series: Join us for a re-broadcast of an NSLS interview with Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson via Zoom. Email studentlife@abtech.edu for the Zoom link.
  • Nov. 22 @ 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon — Habitat for Humanity: Assist in constructing new homes for our community. Email studentlife@abtech.edu to sign up.
  • Dec. 3 @ 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. — Fall Speaker Series: Join us for a re-broadcast of an NSLS interview with Blake Mycoskie, founder of TOMS, on social entrepreneurship, via Zoom. Email studentlife@abtech.edu for the Zoom link.
  • Dec. 4 @ 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Student Government Association Virtual Meeting: Open to all curriculum students. Stay updated on what's happening around campus, get involved, and share your student voice. Email studentlife@abtech.edu for the Zoom link.
  • Dec. 10 @ 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Free Coffee & Tea for Students: Student Life is partnering with Bridge & Tunnel today! Go to the Coman Student Center and show them your student ID card for a free coffee or tea. Open to all curriculum students.

Keep an eye out in your student email for post-Hurricane Helene updates from Student Life!

For more information, please email sga@abtech.edu or studentlife@abtech.edu.

 

Student Government Association (SGA) Meetings

Find out what’s happening around campus and get involved in creating positive change! Meetings are held every other Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. in Ferguson 117. Follow Trailblazer Talk or contact the SGA office at sga@abtech.edu for more information!

Spring 2025 Meetings:

  • Jan. 8 @ 4:00 p.m.
  • Jan. 22 @ 4:00 p.m.
  • Feb. 5 @ 4:00 p.m.
  • Feb. 19 @ 4:00 p.m.
  • Mar. 5 @ 4:00 p.m.
  • Mar. 19 @ 4:00 p.m.
  • Apr. 2 @ 4:00 p.m.
  • Apr. 23 @ 4:00 p.m.

 

Student Health Clinic

A-B Tech’s on-campus student/employee health clinic is located in the Ferguson Center for Allied Health and Workforce Development, Student Clinic. Students (18 years of age or older) and employees may visit the on-campus health clinic.

Services include treatment for aches and pains, blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol evaluations; prescriptions; minor emergencies; medical questions; and cold, flu, and virus care. The cost is $20 per 15-minute visit for students (with student ID). All patients will be seen on a walk-in basis. To make an appointment, call (828) 398-7570 or email healthclinic@abtech.edu.

 

Clubs and Societies

Want to get involved with a student organization? A-B Tech has over 18 student clubs and societies of all varieties. You might even have an idea for a student organization that we don’t currently have on campus. If so, drop by our Student Government office in the Coman Student Activity Center and speak with an SGA officer. We are always open to new ideas and will help you find a leadership role that is perfect for you. See a full list of current clubs and societies on campus, as well as contact information at Clubs, Societies, and Student Programs.

 

Completing your program this year?

If you will be completing your program (degree, diploma, or certificate) this year, you must complete an Application for Program Completion. For next steps, please review this Records and Registration Overview.

 

Questions? Email registrar@abtech.edu.