Undergraduate Student Life
Campus life at SLC reflects the intellectual, social and personal interests of the entire College community. The freedom to pursue your interests—both academically and socially—makes possible a level of engagement that blurs the line between work and play.
Your academic pursuits integrate seamlessly with—and inform—your social endeavors...and vice versa. On-campus events regularly include poetry readings and performances, theatre and dance productions, art exhibits, musical performances featuring on-campus musicians as well as local and national performers, dances, bands, films and special events.
Activities
Many campus activities are generated by students and arise out of academic work or personal interests. The Office of Student Activities helps to implement student-sponsored projects and events by providing funding assistance and logistical support. Programs are designed and planned by the Student Programming Board, student organizations including the Student Senate or the director of student activities in collaboration with and at the request of individuals or groups of students. All students are encouraged to suggest activities.
Living Here
Sarah Lawrence College has quite possibly one of the most interesting arrangements for housing of any college campus. Former private houses, sprawling real-life apartment buildings with actual tenants, cooperative houses, a converted carriage house, traditional suite-style dormitories, contemporary community-focused dorms and even a converted section of the President's house offer students a living situation comparable to their educational experience: unique, to say the least.
People
The Sarah Lawrence community is as unique as the College’s educational philosophy. Our students, faculty, staff and administrators come from diverse backgrounds, bringing with them unique experiences and perspectives as they work toward one common goal: making life at Sarah Lawrence a truly original experience.
Surrounding Area & NYC
Sarah Lawrence College is located 15 miles north of midtown Manhattan in southern Westchester County, New York, in the city of Yonkers and near the Bronxville village center.
The College's campus occupies 41 wooded acres and features a blend of ivy-covered, Tudor-style houses and contemporary buildings. From this serene homebase, students can access the culture and activity of New York City in just 30 minutes via train or car.
Student Handbook
The 2008-2009 Sarah Lawrence College Student Handbook has been prepared for undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and staff of Sarah Lawrence College, and others wishing to know about College policies, procedures, programs, and activities. Whenever you need information about life at SLC, always check this handbook first—it's your guide to the College and to the campus!