Campus Life at Lake Forest College brings together Athletics, The Office for CARE, and Student Affairs to foster a vibrant, inclusive, and developmental student experience rooted in the College’s liberal arts mission.  

Guided by the College’s belief that “education ennobles the individual” and prepares students to become responsible global citizens, Campus Life creates an environment where students develop as thinkers, leaders, and community members.   

What We Do  

Athletics 

Athletics at Lake Forest College extends learning beyond the classroom by cultivating teamwork, leadership, perseverance, and school spirit. Through varsity, club, and recreational programming, students engage in healthy competition, build community, and develop lifelong habits of wellness.  

This work reflects the College’s values of engagement and accountability, encouraging Foresters to bring passion and purpose to their pursuits—while recognizing the impact of their actions on their teams and community.   

Athletics provides: 

• Varsity Athletics (NCAA Division III)
• Intramural and Club Sports
• Community Fitness and Recreation Program
• PE and Fitness Classes
• Leadership and Life Skills Development  

Office for CARE: Community, Advocacy, Resources, and Empowerment  

The Office for Community, Advocacy, Resources, and Empowerment (CARE) is dedicated to cultivating a campus culture where equity, belonging, and well-being are deeply embedded in the student, faculty, and staff experience.  

CARE is a space of support, connection, and transformation—where community is nurtured, advocacy is amplified, and every individual is encouraged to bring their full self to campus life.  

CARE provides:  

• Community
• Programming
• Resources   

Student Affairs  

Student Affairs is deeply integrated into the College, centering student development and evolving to meet changing needs. Through a holistic co-curricular approach, we foster growth, curiosity, accountability, intellectual inquiry, and engagement. We empower students to thrive as responsible, well-rounded members of their communities.   

Aligned with the College’s mission and values, Student Affairs supports students in cultivating curiosity, intellectual inquiry, accountability, and meaningful engagement.  

Student Affairs provides:  

• Dean of Students Office
• Gates Center for Leadership and Personal Growth  
• The Health and Wellness Center
• International Student Support
• Mailing Services
• Public Safety
• Residence Life