FAQ

What are Student Activities?

Student Activities is a branch of the Department of Student Life. They are responsible for planning over 200 events each year for all students. We offer week long, single day, weekend, commuter, cultural, academic and many other types of events.

Do I have to pay to attend events?

Sometimes! The majority of the events held by Student Life are free, but there are a select few in which you will pay for entry. We ensure we market that clearly to students.

How many programs do you have per week?

On average, Student Life hosts about 2 programs a week. There is at least one program occurring in the residence halls and one program a week in Clyde’s Pub. All events, both in the residential buildings, as well as in the campus pub, are open to all students! Weekend Programs, known as ROARing Weekends, are usually held on a Friday or Saturday. Programs in Clyde’s can be held any day of the week.

As a student, if I need an accommodation due to a disability, how do you work with me?

We are absolutely able to work with you! We work very closely with the Office of Disability Services to ensure you receive the accommodation you need. Just contact Student Life and we will start the process.

How can my student organization host a program in Clyde’s?

We are open to working with you to produce your event. Please e-mail studlife@uccs.edu to ensure that you speak with the appropriate event coordinator. Additionally, once you submit your event form in Mountain Lion Connect, your event will then be properly reviewed by the coordinator who hosts Clyde’s events.

I am local/traveling performer (music, novelty, entertainment, etc.) and I am looking to perform at UCCS. How can I perform at UCCS?

Student Life has multiple venues and events that support all types of talent and entertainment. If you are interested in performing at UCCS, please e-mail us at studlife@uccs.edu. We host coffee shops, concerts, dances, lectures, and more!

What kind of events are available to me?

As a student, we know you come from all walks of life. Some of you may live on campus, some off campus. Some of you may commute 5 minutes or 50 minutes to UCCS. You might have families at home, work full or part time, or feel nervous when it comes to events. We have something for everyone! Our goal is to help you engage with activities, connect you with different students, and ensure you feel you belong to our great community! We host events on weekends, we host events specifically for commuters, students with families at home, free lunches, week long events, family friendly events, and recreational events. Events are held on week days, week nights, weekends, as well as on and off campus. You are welcome to attend any and all of these events.  

What types of programming do you have for commuter students? Non-traditional students?

Every Tuesday, we have free commuter lunches in the Student Life lounge. We also host a variety of events in our campus pub during week nights in case you are on campus late and want to grab a bite to eat! During the month of November, we host a week-long appreciation program for commuters. Additionally, if you live throughout Colorado Springs, keep an eye on our schedule for programs downtown and in other areas of the city. We also host monthly programs at apartment complexes close to campus.

Can commuter students attend these events or do you have to live on campus?

Any event planned by Student Life is open to all types of students, no matter if you live on or off campus. There is no charge or restriction on who can attend events.

Where can I find out more information on programs and activities hosted by Student Life?

Information on Student Life programs and activities can be found in many locations. To name a few:

  • UCCSStudentLife on Facebook
  • @UCCS_Students on twitter
  • www.uccs.edu/studentlife
  • Mountain Lion Connect calendar
  • Signage around campus
  • Student Life - 1st Floor University Center (UC102)
What are your traditional events?

Here is a comprehensive list of traditional events:

Clyde’s Kickoff, Disorientation Week, Club Fair (each semester), Homecoming Weekend, Halloween Programming, Commuter Appreciation Week, Trivia Bowl, Winter Welcome Week, Significant Speaker, Roar Daze and the Roar Awards. Search our page to find more information about these events.

What is NAQT?

If you like trivia, this event is for you. NAQT stands for the National Academic Quiz Tournament. They sponsor a trivia bowl on our campus each year which students can enter as a team or individuals and compete for the UCCS Trivia Bowl Champion. This is held the first weekend in November and sign-ups take place throughout the fall.

What programs do you host on the weekends?

Our weekend program series is called Roaring Weekends. Events are held on and off campus, are part of traditional programming or may be single day, and include a variety of different events. Event examples include excursions, movie nights, game nights, dinners, recreational events, and more. These programs are open and available to ALL UCCS students.

How may I work for the Student Activities Team?

Keep an eye out on SEAN (Student Employment Assistance Network) for upcoming job opportunities within our department.

Is there event parking?

Parking on weekends on the campus is FREE. If you have a parking pass, park in the designated lot that corresponds with your permit. However, if you do not, there is free parking at lot 576 during the week that runs free shuttles every 3-5 minutes. These shuttles can take you to the main campus.