The purpose of Student Government is to provide a student voice on campus. Student Government seeks to effect positive change within the institution and to provide a platform for ideas, debate and change that reflect the student body. Student Government works to ensure that campus programs and resources are used properly and facilitate relations/communication between students and administrators. Another goal of Student Government is to develop a sense of community on campus. Student Government welcomes ideas and suggestions from all CCS students. Contact person: Director of Student Life, 313-664-7676.

All registered degree-seeking and non-matriculating students are automatically enrolled in the accident insurance policy offered through Student Assurance Services (SAS). The student insurance plan is active from the beginning of the semester in which the student is registered. Students enrolled in the Fall semester pay a rate of $20 and are covered Fall, Winter and Summer semesters. Students enrolling for the Winter semester pay a discounted premium of $15 due to the shorter activity of the plan (effective for Winter and Summer semesters). Each student is covered 24 hours a day, for on-and off-campus accidents. The policy covers up to $25,000 per accident for necessary medical, hospital and emergency services and dental accident coverage up to $500 per accident with no deductibles.

The plan functions as follows: When the insured requires treatment, because of accidental bodily injury incurred while the policy is in force, by a licensed physician or registered nurse or needs hospital care or ambulance service, the company will pay the expenses actually incurred to a maximum of $25,000. Benefits for dental injuries are limited to $500 for repair and/or replacement of sound and natural teeth. Accident insurance does not provide coverage for preventative or pre-existing conditions. This plan is not meant to replace full coverage health insurance, but is in place to offset medical expenses in your time as a student.  See the insurance brochure in the Office of Student Affairs for more detailed information regarding coverage and claim procedures.

In Case of an Injury or Hospitalization

1. Receive treatment at the emergency room or outpatient facility after the incident.
2. Provide all relevant information to the facility. 
3. Obtain all itemized bills and explanations of benefits for the services provided.
4. Complete a claim form 

To place claims: Pick up the claim form from the Office of Student Affairs or email the Wellness office (wellness@ccsdetroit.edu). You will submit all documentation and forms to SAS through mail, fax, or email. Further instructions are on the form.

If you get hurt while working as a work study student

• Report the injury/accident to Campus Safety to fill out a report.
• If medical attention is required, you must go to Concentra Medical Center located at 2151 E. Jefferson, Detroit, MI 48207 with an authorization form from Campus Safety.
• All follow-up care must be done at Concentra Medical Center.
• If the injury is life threatening, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital. 

Health Insurance 

All students are urged to have health insurance. For full coverage health insurance, please contact the Wellness office or visit studentinsurance.com/Client/996. Self-enrollment is open at the beginning of each semester for domestic students who are in need of health insurance coverage. This Cigna Nationwide PPO plan offers comprehensive, affordable coverage for full and part time students.  International students are also enrolled in this plan as part of their annual registration process.

The Office of Student Affairs coordinates a number of student programs throughout the academic year, including film festivals, socials, music groups, guest speakers, educational programs, orientation, graduation and much more. For information on particular program schedules, check the bulletin boards or visit the Office of Student Affairs. If you have an idea for a student activity, please stop by the Office of Student Affairs and offer your suggestions.

All registered non-matriculating and degree-seeking students are automatically enrolled in the College’s accident insurance as part of the registration process. This insurance plan is active from the beginning of the semester in which the student is registered. Students who enroll in the fall semester pay a rate that covers them for the fall, winter and summer semesters. Students enrolling in the winter semester pay a discounted rate and are covered for the winter and summer semesters. Students who enroll in the summer semester pay a discounted rate and are covered for the summer semester. This insurance provides 24-hour-a-day coverage for accidents that occur on and off campus. The College assumes no responsibility for student medical or hospital expenses. The policy is required for enrollment at CCS, whether or not a student has other coverage.

All students are urged to carry medical hospitalization insurance. The College offers voluntary sickness and major medical insurance to students, their spouses and dependents at their cost. International students are automatically enrolled in this policy.

A variety of activities are generated by interested groups of students in coordination with the Office of Student Affairs. Students are also encouraged to form new clubs and organizations. Check bulletin boards for information on student organization activities and meetings. Current student organizations range from academically related groups to social organizations to special interest groups.

Students who are interested in forming a new group are encouraged to do so. To start a group you need to fill out a Student Organization Application form in the Office of Student Affairs. You need to have at least four members and an advisor. The advisor may either be a faculty member or an administrator who is familiar with the type of group created and its needs. Once the group is registered with the Office of Student Affairs, you will be able to reserve meeting space, request funding and gain other assistance from the Office of Student Affairs.

The Student Advocate position was created to provide students a consistent, centralized point of contact for questions, concerns and/or problems they may be experiencing on campus. The position is not intended to eliminate standard office and academic procedures elsewhere on campus, more to provide a supplemental resource for students. The Student Advocate’s primary rule is to ensure that policies are enforced fairly and that students are fully informed of what is being done and why.

The Student Advocate will:

• Assist students in accomplishing the expeditious resolution of their problems and concerns.
• Provide confidential and informal assistance to students.
• Advocate for fairness.
• Act as a source of information and referral.

Many of the student concerns that are anticipated being heard by the Student Advocate are listed below. Examples of student concerns brought to the attention of the Student Advocate include:

Facility issues:

• Environmental safety issues within classrooms/labs
• Campus safety
• A problem with a particular faculty or staff member
• Office hours not accommodating to student needs

Student-to-student issues:

• Harassment
• Vandalism of work
• Suspicion of theft

Financial issues:

• Questions or concerns about College policies
• Personal issues or concerns (may or may not directly relate to the College)
• Academic issues or concerns