Extracurricular Life

In addition to academic pursuits, undergraduate students also have access to a wealth of extracurricular opportunities and experiences that contribute to the overall learning environment at Queen's University.

Undergraduate students in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering belong to the ECE Student Club that elects its own executive each year to plan and host a variety of activities such as BBQs and trips. Furthermore, all undergraduate students in the Faculty of Applied Science are served by the Queen's Engineering Society that is the student representative body and leader for student initiatives of various kinds. Finally, all undergraduate students at Queen's University are served by the Alma Mater Society that is the central undergraduate student government and umbrella organization for academic and extracurricular activities.

There many other opportunities for students to pursue. The table below outlines different categories of extracurricular activities. Further information for prospective students on the variety of extracurricular activities at Queen's University is available from Admission Services.

 

Type of activity	Extracurricular opportunities at Queen's University
International and cultural	Numerous clubs and organizations at Queen's University cater to a variety of groups and interests. Students can join associations that are based on language or heritage.
Social and political	A number of on-campus organizations are available for students interested in pursuing various social and political issues. These organizations may be local in nature or part of a larger organization beyond the campus.
Athletic	Dedicated athletes can join interuniversity teams and clubs that compete for provincial or national championships in a variety of sports. Intramural and instructional opportunities are also provided to students.
Artistic	Students with artistic inclinations can find organizations to serve their interests. Clubs related to drama, dance, and music are available for students to join.
Recreational	A number of organizations cater to students with interests in various recreational pastimes. The range of recreational clubs includes those with interest in cooking, various games and hobbies.
Technical	Students may also apply their technical abilities outside of their academic coursework in certain on-campus organizations. Some organizations engage in competititions, such as the Queen's Solar Vehicle Team, whereas others are primarily for interest.