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SO College Clubs

SO College connects college students and individuals with intellectual disabilities through sport to build friendships and help lead the social justice movement of Special Olympics. Created by college students for college students, the network seeks the membership of campuses that seek the common  goals of enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities and building a more accepting world for all.

SO College programs are made up of three core elements: Inclusive Sports, Youth Leadership, and opportunities for full campus  involvement. Together these components can help students work for and with  Special Olympics athletes to help transform school campuses into communities of  acceptance and respect. Below are examples of how these components can work in  your school:

SPORTS:  Start an  inclusive sports team comprised of college students  and Special Olympics  athletes; or host a local or state level Special Olympics  event.
     
LEADERSHIP: SO College can function as a student-led club that is fully recognized by your  school; or students can be a part of the Games Organizing Committee for the  local or state Special  Olympics.

INVOLVEMENT:   Host an awareness campaign, such as Spread the Word the End the Word®; or invite students to become Fans in the Stands at  local Special  Olympics games and cheer on the athletes.

Ready to join? Fill out the SO College Application  and check out the
SO College Starter Guide  for tips and ideas to start a SO College chapter on your  campus. 

Participating Arkansas colleges:
  • Arkansas State University  Jonesboro  Area 7
  • University of Central Arkansas  Area 17
  • Ouachita Baptist University  Area 10
  • Arkansas Tech University  Area 17
  • University of Arkansas  Area 3
  • John Brown University    Area 3
  • University of Arkansas at  Monticello Area 12
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