While the stereotype is that college students all spend their weekends drinking, IU is diverse enough for students who do not wish to drink to still have fun.
Go to a show
The Indiana University Auditorium box office sells tickets for the main concerts and performances on campus.
Exciting artists such as Tony Bennett, Yo-Yo Ma and STOMP The International Sensation are just a few of the shows lined up for the upcoming season.
For more information about the auditorium calendar, ticketing information and more, visit the website at ?iuauditorium.com.
Catch a flick
The auditorium is also home to one of the most prestige cinemas in the state.
The Indiana University Cinema is attached to the side of the auditorium and presents an array of independent films and guest speakers while it doubles as a classroom during the day.
Play a game
The Indiana Memorial Union has a cosmic bowling alley, pool tables, and a movie theater available to students throughout the school year.
On a beautiful Bloomington day, students lounge outside or join in a game of ball at Dunn Meadow, whether it is football, soccer or even Quidditch.
Students can also participate in club sports teams through IU’s Recreational Sports Program. There are more than 40 club sports available to students at IU, ranging from ballroom dancing to tai chi and everything in between.
For more information about club sports, visit iurecsports.org.
Get outside
Students who are trying to save money have many options for entertainment around Bloomington as well.
The Griffy Lake Nature Preserve North of Memorial Stadium and Lower Cascade Park on Old State Road 37 are just a few of the beautiful parks waiting to be explored in Bloomington.
Activities such as hiking the trails of Griffy Lake, fishing and canoeing are available to everyone.
Students can even build a bike at the Bloomington Bike Project between North Madison Street and the B-line trail where they have all the tools and knowledge to fix bikes.
Many other volunteer opportunities are available and in need of helpful students willing to give their time for a good cause such as the Salvation Army off Rogers Street or the Shalom Homeless Center.
Greek Life
Indiana University’s greek life is highly involved in volunteer work with each fraternity and sorority having their own philanthropies they raise money for through the year.
Katrina Zimmermann, member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority, said sisterhood events and philanthropy events allow for a sense of community in a sober environment.
“We also have a lot of sisterhood events where it’s just our house and we get together as a house to do events like go out to eat, or we stay at the house and watch movies, or play games or crafts,” she said. “There’s always options not go out and party. There’s always girls that will be down to go out and get pizza instead.”
For more information about greek life, visit indiana.edu/~gogreek/.
