Editor's note: This story was originally published in the 2025 New Student Orientation Guide, an IDS special publication.
Indiana University is home to more than 750 clubs and student organizations. You can participate in intramural sports, student government and so much more. The variety is impressive, but it can also be overwhelming for students new to IU. However, you’re not alone in this journey and plenty of other students are going through the same thing. IU also has resources and events tailored to help students find ways to get involved on campus.
Student Involvement Fair
One of the largest events of the first week of school is the Student Involvement Fair, which hosts nearly 400 different organizations on campus. If you miss the fall involvement fair, the winter involvement fair happens after winter break and hosts over 160 organizations.
BeINvolved
If big crowds aren’t your thing, that’s okay! The website BeINvolved is IU’s one-stop shop for all student organizations and other fun events happening on campus. Even if you don’t use it to find events, you’ll probably have to use it to get in. You’ll undoubtedly use it during your time at IU and I highly recommend getting familiar with it.
Ask around
IU has so many resources on how to get involved, but I’ve found the most effective method for students is just talking. Most activities and events I’ve participated in or attended have happened through communicating with my peers and figuring out what they’re into. In my opinion, there’s no better way to discover what this campus offers than just talking and listening to your fellow students.
IU has so much to offer regarding getting people involved on campus. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard people say, “You can make a big campus feel small!” But unlike some other clichés, I believe this one. The first step is always the hardest but I promise you can find your community here once you take it.
