Coming to college you might find that you don’t have the opportunity to do the things you once loved to do. Or perhaps coming to college has opened your mind to trying brand new things — you just never knew your options.
Whether you’re looking for a way to continue doing something you used to love or trying out something completely new, there’s probably a club at the University of Oregon that’s right for you.
Join one of these fun UO clubs and discover a whole new aspect to an awesome college experience.
1. Ballroom Dance Club (OBDC)
Whether you’re a dance aficionado or a total newbie, this club simply aims to provide a fun alternative to partying on the weekend. The club hosts a dance every Friday night in Gerlinger 220.
2. Smash Club
The premier Super Smash Brothers group gets together to play all smash games (with a focus toward Project M, Melee and Smash 4) and holds weekly meetings on campus for anyone who wants to play.
3. Stand Up Society (UOSUS)
The funniest club on campus! This collection of student comedians hold weekly meetings where members can participate in comedic writing exercises and receive constructive criticism about their original material. They often hold open mic nights and put on stand up shows all over the city. With or without experience, all are encouraged to crack some jokes.
The sport, adapted from the Harry Potter series, involves broomsticks, a quaffle (a volleyball), bludgers (dodgeballs) and a golden snitch (a tennis ball). The team plays every Saturday at noon behind the Knight Library. Check out their Facebook page.
5. Running Club
The Running Club is a great way to get together with fellow students and relieve some stress through exercise. Spring practices are at Hayward Field (talk about motivation)!
6. Geology Club
The club meets Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in the Cascade Hall Tower and aims to enhance an appreciation for earth and science. Club members have taken a number of fun trips to Grand Canyon National Park, Arches National Park and more.
7. Belegarth Medieval Combat Society
Described as a full contact sport, this club battles it out Braveheart style. As their site explains, “What that basically means is that when we go around hitting people with foam swords, it’s official, by the books, sanctioned bad-assery. That’s right, we’re legit.”
8. Ninja Club
With only eight dancers/ninjas currently, the club recently performed at Japan Night, an event celebrating Japanese culture on campus.
9. Jam Squad
Legitimate dance skills are necessary, as tryouts are involved. This club is the UO’s first hip-hop based dance team. They perform at basketball games, Greek events and even NBA Portland TrailBlazer games.
10. Spoon University
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