Student Groups & Activities

With 100+ student groups, a vibrant campus event calendar, and time-honored traditions, you’ll find many ways to meet people and make memories at John Carroll University.

Getting involved isn’t just about joining organizations and attending events; you’ll also make connections in the classroom, on the field, and within your residence hall — as well as through service opportunities, faith communities, and study abroad.

Four students (likely) are in a gym-like setting (hardwood floor, large windows).

Student Organizations

With more than 100 student groups on campus, you’ll find your people. There are clubs related to academics, service, health and wellness, cultural interest, faith, pop culture, performance, and more. Have an idea for one? It’s also easy to start your own!

Current List of Student Organizations

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Club & Intramural Sports

Looking for a little friendly competition? Between a dozen or so club sports and a range of intramural leagues, you’ll have no shortage of ways to stay active. Options include dodgeball, floor hockey, rowing, tennis, and Esports.

Three smiling students hug and hold blue key-shaped "Welcome Home" cutouts, possibly for a sorority initiation.

Greek Life: Sororities & Fraternities

JCU is home to chapters of several national sororities and fraternities. Gain leadership skills, participate in service activities, and make lifelong friendships – plus become part of a world-wide alumni network.

Two students, one in a blue shirt and the other in a purple tank top, smile while holding a water bottle and a fanny pack.

Student Events & Excursions

Any day of the week, you’ll find something happening. Attend a movie, craft,or bingo night on campus. Or go on an organized off-campus outing, such as a Guardians game in Cleveland or a hiking trip to Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

Five students smile in front of a fence, holding bags and a box, likely participating in a community service project.

Campus Traditions

Become part of storied traditions like Christmas Carroll Eve and Jesuit Day of Service, as well as newer additions such as Tower Time. Shared moments like these will stick with you long after graduation.

Student Organizations

With more than 100 student groups on campus, you’ll find your people. There are clubs related to academics, service, health and wellness, cultural interest, faith, pop culture, performance, and more. Have an idea for one? It’s also easy to start your own!

Current List of Student Organizations
Club & Intramural Sports

Looking for a little friendly competition? Between a dozen or so club sports and a range of intramural leagues, you’ll have no shortage of ways to stay active. Options include dodgeball, floor hockey, rowing, tennis, and Esports.
Greek Life: Sororities & Fraternities

JCU is home to chapters of several national sororities and fraternities. Gain leadership skills, participate in service activities, and make lifelong friendships – plus become part of a world-wide alumni network.
Student Events & Excursions

Any day of the week, you’ll find something happening. Attend a movie, craft,or bingo night on campus. Or go on an organized off-campus outing, such as a Guardians game in Cleveland or a hiking trip to Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Campus Traditions

Become part of storied traditions like Christmas Carroll Eve and Jesuit Day of Service, as well as newer additions such as Tower Time. Shared moments like these will stick with you long after graduation.