A Community that Runs on Students
The strongest communities aren’t built for students. They’re built by them.
At Bishop’s, clubs, events, student organizations and student-led initiatives create opportunities to connect with people from different programs, backgrounds and cultures. With more than 60 student-run clubs, associations, academic societies and sports groups, there are countless ways to get involved in extracurricular activities, meet new people and build your community.
Find Your People Through Clubs and Communities
The easiest way to get involved is to start with something you’re interested in.
Whether you’re looking to meet people who share your academic interests, celebrate your culture, get outside, volunteer in the community or try something completely new, there are dozens of ways to connect.
Featured Clubs and Organizations
Academic
- Commerce Society (BUCS)
- Sociology Society
- Women’s Health Research Club
- Pre-Law Club
Cultural
- Muslim Student Association
- PULSE (People United for the Love of African and Caribbean Societies: Empowerment)
- Ismaili Students’ Association
Outdoor and Sports
- Outdoors Club
- B.U. Ski and Snowboard Club
- Tennis and Pickleball Club
Niche
- Bishop’s Improv Troupe
- Knit Community
- Wit and Whimsy Poetry Club
- Motionball
- Disabled and Neurodivergent Student Association
And that’s only the beginning.
Events and Traditions at Bishop’s
Life at Bishop’s is built around moments that bring people together.
Some events welcome new students. Others celebrate creativity, research, culture, community or Gaiter pride. Together, they create the traditions and shared experiences that become part of the Bishop’s story.
Orientation Week
Meet people, explore campus and start building connections before your first class.
Homecoming
A weekend of traditions and Gaiter pride.
Winterfest
One of the most anticipated weekends of the year.
Research Events
Celebrating student research and discovery.
Fashion Show
The University’s largest student-run fundraising event.
Grad Formal
A final celebration before Convocation.
Plus, cultural celebrations, guest speakers, department events, plays, concerts, movie nights, club activities, and fundraisers.
There is always something happening at Bishop’s.
Meet the Students’ Representative Council (SRC)
The Students’ Representative Council (SRC) is the student government at Bishop’s University.
Led by students, the SRC represents student interests within the University’s governance structure and advocates for students at the institutional, provincial and national levels.
The SRC also plays a central role in campus life. It supports and oversees student clubs and organizations, helps fund and coordinate activities, and contributes to many of the traditions, events and initiatives that bring the community together throughout the year.
For students looking to make an impact, the SRC offers opportunities to contribute to decision-making, support fellow students and help shape the future of the Bishop’s experience.
From Campus Connections to a Global Network
The person you meet in a club might become your roommate, teammate, classmate, future business partner or lifelong friend.
That’s what happens when a campus is built around connection.
The relationships formed through clubs, events and student organizations often continue long after graduation, becoming part of a global alumni network of more than 25,000 graduates who continue to mentor, support and create opportunities for one another around the world.