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Go to Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ Connect and go to the group page of the organization you would like to contact. Meeting times and locations can be found on the “About” page for each group.

The first step to joining an organization is gathering information about that particular group through Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ Connect.

Once you know the organization’s meeting times and location, attend one meeting. Be mindful that some groups have a selection process.

Selection information will be located in their Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ Connect group.

Depending on your academic load and/or work schedule, we recommend that students be involved with at least one or two student groups.

If you are able to join more, that’s great! However, try not to over commit yourself.

• You can speak with representatives of student groups at Nighthawks Fest which is the Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ student involvement fair on each campus. Nighthawks Fest is held at the beginning of each new semester. Look on the Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ Connect calendar to find your campus’s specific Nighthawks Fest.
• Utilize Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ Connect to find out more about each club.
• Deciding what groups to be involved in are based on your personal preferences, values, and interests. You can start by asking yourself what do you enjoy or what do you want to learn more about?

Of course! All students are welcome to join any Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ club/organization. Keep in mind that some may have specific membership requirements.

Check Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ Connect for more details about each club.

• Log in to Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ Connect.
• Click on “Organizations” in the horizontal menu bar near the top of the page. 
• In the search bar type in Blue Ridge, Cumming, Dahlonega, Gainesville, or Oconee. 
• You can also tell where a club or event is located by the campus designation code found at the end of the club or event name. (BLR=Blue Ridge, CMG=Cumming, DAH=Dahlonega, GVL=Gainesville, OCN=Oconee)

• Recreational Sports is a great way to stay active. You can venture out into outdoor pursuits, attend some of the fitness classes or join an intramural team. Find more information with Campus Recreation and Wellness.
• Attend a Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ sponsored event. Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ offers leadership conferences and trainings, lectures on various subjects, music and theater performances, art exhibitions, fairs, concerts, and more! Search the Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ Connect calendar for a list of events.
• Find an undergraduate research opportunity. Speak with your professors for more information or contact CURCA.
• Become a tutor or an SI (supplemental instruction) Facilitator.
• Find a volunteer opportunity in the local community. 
• Participate in an Alternative Service Break trip. 
• If you are a residential student, attend one of the many residence hall programs held throughout the semester.
• Study abroad!
• Attend campus events held by different student service offices (i.e. Student Engagement & Leadership, Fraternity & Sorority Life, Student Leadership, Multicultural Student Affairs, Career Services, Student Orientation and Success (SOS))

Absolutely! Most employers are flexible with college students, especially if you have an on-campus job. 

Most (but not all) clubs meet during the official Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ “club hour” which is on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12:00 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. 

No classes (with a few exceptions) are scheduled during this time to help students make time to attend club meetings. 

Check Å·±¦ÓÎϷƽ̨ Connect for specific club meeting times and locations.