Student Organizations
No matter what your interests, you'll be able to pursue them with passion at Richmond. Find your connection within our approximately 163 student clubs and organizations, our unique Greek system, and active athletic and intramural programs.
You’ll never run out of things to do at Richmond. Our Campus Activities Board makes sure of that through a wide variety of on-campus entertainment options ranging from concerts to movies to comedians.
When you join a student organization, you will:
- Make new friends and learn new skills
- Get involved and gain a sense of belonging to Richmond
- Share common interests and learn how to work in a group
- Learn to manage your time
- Gain and practice leadership skills
- Learn how to organize meetings and events
- Explore different careers
- Be recognized for achievement
Interested in creating a new student organization? Let us know.
Questions to Ask Before Joining a Student Organization
- What am I looking for, and can this group meet those needs? What way will this group meet my needs?
- Do the members of this group have interests similar to mine?
- What kind of commitment am I willing to make in terms of my time and energy?
- Does this group share my values?
- Is this a local group or are there similar ones on other college campuses?
- What is the organization’s relationship to its state or national affiliate?
- Are there any fees, such as monthly dues or initiation fees?
- What are my expectations of this organization? What does it expect of me?