Developing friendships in college can benefit your student’s quality of life and create more opportunities to them have fun and develop a sense of belonging. One way your student can make friends this semester is to get involved and find people with similar interests and passions. CU Boulder offers many programs, organizations and other ways to connect and build relationships.
Here are a variety of interests your student can explore. They can also check out other ways to meet Buffs with similiar hobbies for more ideas to get involved and meet people.
Travel
Does your student love to travel, explore new cities or learn about new cultures? CU Boulder offers ways to travel during college based on their interests. There are options for different budgets and timeframes.
Food and cooking
Is your student a foodie who loves to try new cuisines, or do they love to cook and master recipes? They can connect with fellow food lovers to dine or learn new cooking skills.
Skiing and hiking
Colorado is known for its outstanding skiing and hiking locations. If your student loves to get outdoors and be active, there are countless ways they can get involved and meet new people.
Music
Whether your student enjoys singing, playing an instrument, checking out the latest band or taking in a classical music performance, there are opportunities to explore musical interests at CU Boulder.
Gaming
CU Boulder has an extensive gaming community with gamers at various levels. Your student can find a gaming community here, from competitive esports to casual games with friends.
Community service
Does your student love serving others or promoting their passion for a specific cause? CU Boulder offers students many ways to make a difference and support the campus and Boulder communities.
Connecting with others and building relationships can add value to your student’s college experience. The Center for Student Involvement aims to help students succeed and grow within a vibrant campus community.
Students can also take the Involvement Quiz to learn about more on-campus opportunities that match their interests.
Your student can check out BuffConnect to explore student organizations or start their own. The events calendar lists upcoming events of all kinds to help students find more ways to get involved.