Welcome to Summer Bridge Week 7
Student Life
This week's Summer Bridge Newsletter is all about the social side of college life. Inside, you'll find an overview of student life, thoughts on the benefits of participating in clubs and activities, and tips on how to discover and choose the clubs that interest you. We also wrap up with a fun list of opportunities available on Oregon campuses.
What is Student Life?
The Social Side Of College
College isn’t just about academics—although doing well in class is important. How you spend your time outside of class can significantly impact your success, enjoyment, and even career prospects. Student Life, also known as Student Affairs or Campus Life, encompasses the student-focused extracurricular activities offered by a college. These activities can include:
- Sports teams (varsity level, club level, or rec-league/intramural)
- Student government
- Music and dance ensembles (acapella, marching band, cultural groups, etc.)
- Housing communities
- Academic clubs (honor societies, major-specific clubs, per-professional groups)
- Religious communities
- Volunteer Opportunities
- And more
Most colleges including community colleges, public 4-year institutions, and private 4-year institutions will have offer some type of Student Life programming as well as programming that is geared towards commuter students and students living on campus.
Club Considerations
5 Reasons Why You Might Want To Join A Club
Participating in social activities on campus is more than just a fun way to spend time. Here are five reasons why engaging in campus life can be beneficial:
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Make Friends- Making new friends can be challenging, but participating in campus activities provides an easy way to connect with others. Clubs and organizations offer low-stress environments where you can meet people and build friendships.
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Discover New Interests - Colleges offer a wide variety of clubs, sports, and activities. Getting involved can help you uncover new interests and strengths, which may aid in choosing a major and career path.
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Reduce Stress- Balancing challenging coursework with enjoyable activities can help alleviate stress and make your college experience more enjoyable.
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Build Your Resume - Joining clubs and participating in activities allows you to practice valuable skills such as fundraising, planning, managing peers, and running meetings. These experiences can enhance your leadership abilities and make your resume stand out to future employers
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Improve Academic Performance - Research suggests that students who are involved in campus activities are more likely to stay in college, earn their degrees, and get higher GPAs.
Interested in learning more? Check out the article: "How to Get Involved on Campus."
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How To Find A Club
Interested in finding out which clubs and activities are offered on your campus? Here are some tips:
Research: Check out your college’s website or student portal, especially the Campus Life or Student Life sections. These areas typically provide a list of active and inactive clubs.
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Orientation: Attend your new student orientation, which often includes information about various clubs and activities available on campus.
Student Center: Visit the student center during the first few weeks of classes. You’ll likely find posters and flyers advertising different clubs and activities.
Exploring these resources will help you discover opportunities to get involved and make the most of your college experience!
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There’s a Club For That
Exploring Unique Activities, Clubs, and Sports on Oregon Campuses
Oregon colleges and universities offer an impressive array of clubs and activities for students to participate in. While most campuses host clubs and student groups centered around political beliefs, cultural backgrounds, faith communities, and more, let's take a moment to delve into some of the more unique activities, clubs, and sports offered on Oregon campuses:
- Figure Skating - University of Oregon
- Fabric Yarn and Textile club- Willamette University
- Aviation Club- Blue MT Community College
- 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing Club- Oregon State University
- Mario Kart Tournament- Portland State University
- Fire Performing Arts Group- Reed College
- Board Game Club- Clackamas Community College
- Art and Design Club- Western Oregon University
- Agripreneur Club- Eastern Oregon University
- Star Wars Club- University of Oregon
- Student Investment Club- Linfield University
- Student Firefighter's Association- Rogue Community College
- B-Street Farm Club- Pacific University
- Equestrian Polo Club- Oregon State University
- Anime Club- Portland State University
- Photography Club- MT Hood Community College
- Dance Team- Western Oregon University
- Outdoor adventure Program- Eastern Oregon University
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