Do you have an active imagination? Like to write or perform or create? Love the arts and entertainment field? Looking for ways to get involved on campus? If you answer “yes” to any of these questions, we have the perfect ways for you to make some new friends while doing the things you love!

Music: From radio stations to full-blown concerts, there are multiple activities, clubs, and campus-wide events to join that incorporate music. Musically gifted? Hamilton has its own orchestra, jazz ensemble, several choir groups, and various bands. Not interested in playing but still love music? How about producing in music technology classes? Or creating your own radio station through WHCL! You can crack some jokes, play your own music, or bring on co-hosts to discuss some hot Hamilton topics. Another on-campus organization is the Campus Activities Board (CAB), a group of Hamilton students who help set up events such as concerts and famous guest speakers on campus. As a bonus, if you join CAB, you usually get to meet whoever is performing!

Theater: If you’re interested in theater, there are many opportunities to be engaged with! Improv is very popular on-campus, especially with our student troupe, Yodapez. Their shows are always packed, and you’re guaranteed a good time whether you’re a performer or a participant. If you’re looking for a less traditional experience, however, there is Hogwarts at Hamilton, who put on themed improv shows featuring characters from the Harry Potter series. For non-improvised work, there are mainstage productions every semester in the theater department, as well as Senior Projects run by senior theater majors. For some extra theater experience, you can join Untitled@Large. This theater club puts on student-run productions and holds writing workshops, so you can become a well-rounded theater enthusiast.

Art: To get involved in the arts, there are several notable options. Of course, taking art classes is the best, most formal, and varied option. There are classes ranging from sculpture to printmaking to video editing. For more low-commitment opportunities, there is Pottery Club and Knitting Club, where you can find other people who love the arts and you can share your work in a chill setting.

Writing: The campus newspapers are one of the most versatile options for getting involved in the arts. There are many different newspapers on campus including, but not limited to, the Duel Observer, The Spectator, Red Weather, Tropical Sol, La Vanguardia, The Continental, The Daily Bull, The Haley Classical Journal, and more! By joining these papers or journals, not only can you hone your writing and editing skills, but you can also learn valuable skills in layout editing, photography, and photo-editing.

Sports: Joining a sports team is a great way to stay in shape and make some new friends! There are several different varsity sports that people can try to walk onto, including soccer, hockey, lacrosse, and track and field! If you don’t want the commitment of a varsity team, then club or intramural teams are an option too. Don’t like being the player? Be the announcer! There are jobs on campus where students have the chance to broadcast games, proudly announcing players’ goals for the crowd to hear.