Around Campus
There’s always something to do around campus when you attend Mitchell Tech. Whether it’s an SRB sponsored activity like a movie night, hypnotist show, dance, or family event; a team or intramural sport like flag football, co-ed volleyball, trap shooting or softball; a college sanctioned sport like NIRA rodeo or trap shooting; a community activity like theater, music, or volunteering; or just hanging out with friends, you’ll find a wide variety of activities to appeal to any interest.
When you visit our campus, ask an Admissions rep about all the great things going on. You’ll make great friends and have a lot of fun in the process!
Text Messaging System:
You can sign up for SRB’s text messaging system to get timely reminders. Ask a Student Success coach for the text code. Check out a variety of notifications on campus like our electronic signboards, and bulletin boards.
Clubs & Organizations
Whatever your interest, you’ll find activities at Mitchell Tech that will introduce you to new friends and experiences, expand your skills and abilities, or just let you have fun. We work closely with several community organizations to provide students with a variety social and skills-related activities. Become a part of student government by applying to our Student Rep Board. Compete at a national SkillsUSA contest. Participate in intercollegiate rodeo or trap shooting. Or join an intramural sports team. You’ll find lots to do and great people to hang out with.
Health And Wellness
Every student enrolled at Mitchell Tech has free access to the on-campus Fitness Center located in the Muth Electric Technology Center. The services available at the Fitness Center include:
- Treadmills
- Elliptical Trainers
- Cross Trainers
- Weight Equipment
Contact Mateya Berg at 605.995.7135 for more information.
Student Representative Board
The Student Representative Board (SRB) is the voice of the student body at Mitchell Tech. An annual plan of work and activities is developed by this group. Students apply to serve on this board. First year students who are selected may opt to serve a second year. A student body president serves as leader of the SRB group. The president is elected at-large by the entire student body in the spring of each year. Mitchell Tech staff members serve as advisors to the SRB. Contact Mateya Berg for more information at 605.995.7135.
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Rodeo Team
Mitchell Tech sponsors NIRA-sanctioned Rodeo Team which travels to area college rodeos in both fall and spring. Members are responsible for their own horses, equipment, travel, and entry fees when competing. Contact Jimmie Nicolaus, Mitchell Tech Mavericks Coach, for more information at 605.995.7146. Learn More
SkillsUSA
SkillsUSA offers leadership, citizenship, and character development to students enrolled in trade, technical, and health occupation programs in the technical schools in South Dakota. SkillsUSA emphasizes respect for the dignity of work, high standards in trade ethics, workmanship, scholarship, and safety. Several Mitchell Tech students have won or placed at the national SkillsUSA championships held each June in Louisville, KY. Contact Jason Juhnke at 605.995.7175 for more information.
Student Veterans Organization
The Mitchell Tech Student Veterans Organization helps Veterans transition into academic life, offer guidance on Veteran’s Affairs and South Dakota Military benefits, and create a welcoming social environment for Veteran Students. Additionally, the Mitchell Tech Student Veteran’s Organization is affiliated with Student Veterans of America, a nationwide alliance of student veteran organizations. Contact Whitney Bruinsma at 605.995.7127 or [email protected] for more information.
Trap Shooting Club
The Mitchell Tech Trap Shooting Club is organized as a Club Sport and is a member of the national collegiate conference through the USA Clay Target League. The Club shoots weekly during a six-week season at the Mitchell Gun Club. Participants must provide their own shotgun and have a state-approved firearm safety certificate. Contact Daryl Bird at 605.995.7134 for more information.
Circle K International
The Mitchell Technical College Circle K Club is the college-level of Kiwanis, and committed to developing leaders by offering unique service, leadership and fellowship opportunities that not only change the world but change members’ lives. Circle K members are dedicated to childhood development, environmental justice, serving those who are food insecure or lack housing and mental health. Contact Stephanie Kattner at 605.995.7111 or Carol Grode-Hanks at 605.995.7130 for more information.
Student Savings
The Student Savings program is a service to Mitchell Tech students by Mitchell area businesses. You can use your Mitchell Tech student ID for great savings on a variety of products and services. Ask at area businesses if they offer any discounts for Mitchell Tech students.
