clubs
How can you find out about clubs and organizations
- org central
- involvement fair
what is the bloop/woop
a FREE bus service available to Penn state students every day of the week. If you haven't done so already make sure to download "mystop" it tells you when the bus is coming!
bloop - blue loop
woop - white loop
true or false.
Penn state only allows you to join a maximum of 10 clubs/orgs.
FALSE! however quality over quantity. you want to make sure you are able to balance school with extracurriculars and making an impact with certain orgs even if that means you are only a part of 2 or 3
what are three benefits of doing a club?
- meet new people
- makes school more fun and psu a bit smaller
- allows you to express your interests
- potentially make new hobbies
do you have to join a sorority/fraternity to have fun?
No. a lot of people believe they need to join a sorority/fraternity in order to make friends. As someone who is in one, I can vouch that I have made just as amazing friendships in my clubs/orgs because I am surrounded by people that express the same interests as me.
there are more than ___ student organizations here at Penn State
1,000
true or false
you can still drop a class even after the late drop period if you reach out to your advisor and ask them.
Nope. Unfortunately not, I had to learn the hard way so please don't do what I did.
what activities can you get involved in at the IM (intramural building)
- cornhole
- softball
- badminton
- tennis
- esports
- this list goes on....
what is FGA insta handle :)
firstgenadvocates
how many sororities/fraternities are there here at psu?
sororities (PHC) - 22
fraternities (IFC) - 37
how do you know where clubs meet
group me! instagrams!
what is something you should do before registering for a class
- read up on the curriculum. a lot of times you want to have an idea on what you are probably going to be learning throughout the semester to give you a better idea of what other classes you should take and whether or not you can balance everything.
- rate my professor (just give it a look)
What is THON?
- THON is a student-run philanthropy committed to enhancing the lives of children and families impacted by childhood cancer.
- it is also the most rewarding experience, you should definitely consider joining a committee.
when is FGA's national celebration?
NOVEMBER 8TH
during which semester can you join a sorority/fraternity
fall and spring.
at what point throughout the school year can you join a club
anytime!
but I suggest at the start of a semester.
what should you do if your struggling in a class
- talk to the professor. a lot of times they do a much better job of explaining the material if you go to their office hours + this gives you an opportunity to connect with them on a one on one basis and now you may potentially have someone to write you a rec letter in the nearby future!
- get a buddy in class that way you guys can lean on each other for support.
name a way you can get involved as a psu student that doesn't include being in a club/org.
you can become a....
TA's - teaching assistant
LA's - learning assistant
is FGA only for first-gen college students
No. Many people hear FGA and think "oh I can't join it because I am not a first gen." this is not true, we are FGA (first-gen ADVOCATES). To be a part of this club is to advocate for first generation students.
What is a philanthropy?
philanthropy means to organize or participate in a charitable event. Greek chapters volunteer their efforts and time to all sorts of organizations, including cancer research, literacy for children and adults, animal welfare, human rights, etc.