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Student Activities
Studying is important but an equally important part of college life takes place outside the classroom. Outside-the-classroom learning provides opportunities for leadership, organizational skill development, and more.
Social and cultural activities provide an opportunity for you to meet new friends, become acquainted with new styles of music, art, literature. Some activities are fun-oriented. Others offer exercise and relaxation. Find out how you can get involved by contacting club advisors and, on campus, watch for announcements and signs about events.
Clubs and Organizations:
| Club | Purpose | Advisor(s) |
| Campus Ambassadors | Students who help host events, provide tours to guests | Lisa Behling |
| Campus Democrats | Students interested in the political process and the Democratic Party | TBA |
| College Republicans | Students interested in the political process and the Republican Party | Aharon Zorea |
| Educators of the Future - Student Wisconsin Education Association | Students majoring in or exploring an interest in education. Info on Student WEA | Dennis Carpenter |
| Express, student newspaper | Students in COM 104 and volunteer reporters, photographers, staff | Deb Zorea |
| Friends of UW-Richland Theatre | A campus/community group of theatre enthusiasts | Zoie Eva Lutz |
| Gamers Club | Students who enjoy playing card, internet, video and other games | Clif Cavanaugh |
| Gay-Straight Alliance | To educate students on issues related to LGBTQ issues | Marnie Dresser |
| International Club | Students from around the world, including the USA |
Kathy Neckar & Brandon Fetterly |
| InterVarsity Christian Fellowship | Students and faculty who follow Jesus as Savior and Lord | Sheryl Skibba & Brandon Fetterly |
| Phi Theta Kappa | Honor society for qualifying students | Aharon Zorea |
| Returning adult activities | Students 22 & over get-togethers & events | George Henze |
| Richland Natural Resources Club | Heighten awareness of environmental concerns, concepts, and projects. | Scott Walter |
| Student Senate | Student government organization & activities planners | Lisa Behling |
| UW-Richland Catholic Student Association | Aharon Zorea | |
| UW-Richland chapter Right to Life | Brandon Fetterly | |
| Wellness Alliance | Students with an interest in healthy living | |
And, once you've completed your studies, you can join the UW-Richland Alumni Association. For details contact alumni liaison John Poole.
Symons Recreation Complex
All UW-Richland students have special memberships at the Symons Recreation Complex. Show your current student ID at the door and you can swim in the heated indoor pool during all open swim times . . . use the whirl pool, sauna, and more. For a small additional fee, you can purchase a pass to use the weight training room.
Sports & Intramurals
Join or assist a team! Watch games and cheer for the Roadrunners. UW-Richland offers men's and women's basketball, and volleyball. A variety of intramurals are held throughout the year. For details, contact director of athletics Gail Hoffman. Outdoor facilities-basketball and tennis courts, wellness trail, arboretum and cross country ski trail-are also located on campus. See Roadrunner Sports schedules and information page for more detail.
Continuing Education
The UW-Richland Continuing Education Office offers short term, non-credit course-for example, you might learn watercolor painting, how to use a specific computer program, or hear a cultural lecture. They also offer field trips to museums and other cultural events.
Fine Arts
- UW-Richland Theatre productions are held each semester. Contact theatre director Zoie Eva Lutz for details on auditions or performance schedules.
- Join or attend performances of band, choir and ensembles. Contact music director James Aagaard.
- Art exhibits are held periodically on campus. Contact art faculty member Carl Johnson or director of the library Todd Roll for details.
- Concert series: All UW-Richland students have a membership in the community Concert Association series. For program details and dates of concerts, contact student activities coordinator Lisa Behling.
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