Student Involvement

Organizations/Clubs

Pointers have developed a reputation as one of the most involved and connected student bodies in the Midwest. With over 180 active organizations open to any student and a campus culture that promotes involvement, it's easy to explore your areas of interest, as well as experience those you may just be curious about!

• Read up on all of our 180 plus student organizations.


• Be sure to attend the biannual Involvement Fair at the beginning of your first semester on campus. It's the best way to get involved right away!
  
• Check out our Student Government Association (SGA), the organization that serves as a collective student voice regarding important university-wide issues.


• Centertainment Productions is a student-run organization that sponsors and organizes many of the events that take place on campus, like visiting comedians and lecturers, movie showings, concerts, and spring break trips.


• You do not need to be a fine arts major to participate in our outstanding music ensembles, Theatre & Dance productions, Art & Design courses and any of our fine arts clubs/organizations.

Volunteerism

Volunteering is a great way to make a difference in the community, gain valuable experience and make friends!  Check out this page for a list of all the different volunteer opportunities available both on and off campus.

Leadership

Through any of our leadership programs, you will begin to develop the necessary skills and confidence to be a leader on campus and in your future career.

Recreation

• You can get outside before even arriving on campus by participating in Pathways to Point, a wilderness orientation program for incoming freshmen.
• With miles of hiking and biking trails and a 24-acre lake perfect for fishing, canoeing and row boating, the 275-acre Schmeekle Nature Reserve (right on campus!) is a popular recreational destination for our students.
• The Cardio Center, conveniently located by the residence halls in the Allen Recreation Center, offers state-of-the-art exercise equipment, personal trainers, massage therapy and more to its student members.
• The Health Enhancement Center is home to multiple gymnasiums, the Strength and Fitness Center, the Aquatic Center and a 54,000 square foot Multi-Activity Center.
• During the academic year, about 30 group fitness classes are offered each week through the Group Fitness Program, most of which are completely free to students.
• You can take classes, go on organized trips, plan your own adventure weekend and rent all the sports, recreation and camping equipment you'll need to get out there at Outdoor Edventures.
• With 25 different sports to choose from, including basketball, volleyball, ultimate Frisbee, dodgeball, Badminton and hockey, you won't have any difficulty finding an activity to get your feet moving and your heart pumping through UWSP Intramural sports.