Getting involved at CU 麻豆影院
鈥淕etting involved鈥 can look different for every student, depending on where they are in their academic journey. Getting involved helps new students meet friends and find a close-knit community on campus. If your student is in their third or fourth year, they may be looking to add to their resume and develop leadership skills. Here are some ways your student can get involved this year.
Explore听interests and hobbies
- There are over 400 student organizations and groups at CU 麻豆影院. Whether your student is interested in politics, outdoor activities, artistic expression or social justice, there鈥檚 something for everyone! Encourage them to browse . This is CU 麻豆影院鈥檚 directory of student organizations supported by the听Center for Student Involvement.
- The Rec Center听is a great place for students to get involved and meet fellow Buffs. They can join intramural and club sports, take fitness classes or participate in the Outdoor Program.
- 罢丑别听Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program听allows students to get hands-on experience in a research or creative project. They also can connect with a faculty mentor.
Find听community and meet听new people
- Does your student live in a听听on campus? Encourage them to attend hall events, visit the community center and participate in their hall council.
- SoberBuffs听is a student organization for听students who are in recovery or are听interested in pursuing a sober lifestyle. This group听regularly hosts substance-free social events, and is a great way for students to meet like-minded people.听
- 罢丑别听Alternative Breaks听program听sends groups of students to engage in service projects over college breaks.听 Students can apply to participate in or lead a trip.
- 罢丑别听Center for Inclusion and Social Change听补苍诲 Dennis Small Cultural Center provide a diverse range of events and programs throughout the year, creating inclusive environments where students of all identities can find community.
Leadership and professional development
- CU GOLD听provides free leadership development programs that are open to all students. Programs include weekly seminars, service projects and workshops for student organizations.
- is another way for students to build leadership skills and gain experience to use beyond their years at CU 麻豆影院.
- There are many听student jobs听available on campus for a variety of skillsets. An on-campus job allows students to meet others, become familiar with campus services and gain experience.
- Encourage your student to attend workshops, panel events and career fairs from听Career Services听for networking and professional development.
If your student doesn鈥檛 have much time to commit to an organization or program, there are still ways to get involved! There are many free campus events (often with food) throughout the academic year. These include speakers, free movie screenings of new releases, video game tournaments, comedy shows and more. Encourage your student to check the听听补苍诲 read听CU 麻豆影院 Today听to find upcoming campus events.