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Student Activities

Find what moves you

College is a chance to keep doing what you love and discover interests you never knew you had. At Oswego, you'll find plenty of ways to get involved, meet people and make your experience your own.

Join an organization. Volunteer in the community. Experience a campus tradition. Take in a performance. Or try something completely new. However you get involved, you'll find opportunities to connect, grow and find your place.

Start somewhere Get involved

Not sure where to begin? You don't have to arrive knowing exactly where you fit.

The Student Involvement Fair and events throughout the year give you opportunities to meet other students, explore organizations and discover ways to participate in campus life. Try one thing or try five. Finding what feels right is part of the experience.

Students gather at an Involvement Fair

Find your people Clubs and organizations

Your interests can lead you to some of your closest connections at Oswego. Student organizations bring Lakers together around academics, culture and identity, service, creativity, recreation, shared interests and more.

Getting involved can help you build friendships, develop new skills and discover what matters to you. And if you don't find the organization you're looking for, you can explore what it takes to start your own.

Explore clubs and organizations

Five student advocates table for Voter Registration Day

Make an impact Civic engagement and community service

Put your interests into action on campus and throughout the Oswego community. Through volunteer opportunities, civic engagement and community partnerships, you can contribute to causes you care about while learning from people and perspectives beyond your own.

Whether you give a few hours or make service a bigger part of your Oswego experience, there are opportunities to connect what you're learning with the communities around you.

Learn more about civic engagement and community service

Be part of something Campus traditions and events

Some experiences become part of what it means to be a Laker.

From the traditions that welcome you to Oswego to celebrations, activities and events throughout the year, campus life gives you plenty of reasons to come together. These shared experiences create memories and connections that can stay with you long after your time on campus.

Be a part of something Arts and performances

Experience creativity across campus through theatre, music, exhibitions, performances, speakers and special events. Take a seat in the audience or find opportunities to participate and create yourself.

You might come for something you already love and leave having discovered something entirely new.

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