Student Life
Student Organizations
UMD has more than 800 clubs and groups, so students can find the one—or 10!—that’s right for them. It’s a great way to get involved on campus, dive into a new interest, share yours and make friends.
650+
groups represented
First Look Fair
Find your thing at one of UMD’s longest-running traditions. The one-day fall event brings together hundreds of student clubs and organizations on McKeldin Mall. With demonstrations, giveaways and tons of information, it’s a big opportunity to learn more about how to get involved and connect with other students with similar interests.
Fraternity & Sorority Life
UMD’s recognized organizations include 55 social fraternities and sororities, 19 of which are culturally based. All share a commitment to brotherhood and sisterhood, service, scholarship and philanthropy.
Student Resources
Graduate students, transfer and off-campus students, immigrant and undocumented students, and veteran students can find extra support through this office.
Find more than 75 options to play recreationally or competitively. Club and intramural sports are both wildly popular at UMD.
Student Organization Resource Center
Need guidance finding a student organization to join, getting support for the group you’re in, or registering a new one? The staff here can help.
Leadership & Community Service-Learning
Get the tools to become a socially responsible leader through opportunities in environmental conservation, education, socioeconomic inequality, health care and more.