With all the hustle and bustle of a new semester, it can be difficult to focus on the social aspect of the college transition. Well, what if I told you that building connections on campus, has a positive correlation to academic success? That’s right, when you get involved with co-curricular activities in college, you open up an environment to gain new skills including: time management, networking, communication, and more! There are countless articles that discuss tips for getting involved on campus, but this one will focus specifically on involvement at IUP.

Crimson Connect

IUP uses an online platform to host all of the recognized organizations in one convenient location! You can follow organizations you are interested in, see events that are happening on campus and keep up with their social media! The best part is you do not have to sign up, it is included with your IUP Login.

The Beak 

This email is sent daily through the Center for Multicultural Student Leadership and Engagement. It includes all of the events happening that week at IUP as well as important information on academics, speakers, or contests on campus.

MSCLE Office

The Center for Multicultural Student Leadership and Engagement is the hub for all student events, organizations, Greek life and other opportunities on campus! This office hosts IUP Day and Winter Warm Up, which happens at the beginning of each semester to showcase everything the campus and the community has to offer. You can visit their website here.

Bulletin Boards/ Chalking

In almost every building on campus there is a specific board for students and local businesses to post events that are happening. You can check out these boards while you are walking to class, or if you have some free time; they are updated frequently. During the warmer months there are also advertisements on the ground in chalk for club and organizational meetings!