In The Basement Blog at Stony Brook University, Jieun Lee, gives exchange students tips on how to make the most of their experience away from home and in a new university.
In her article titled, “Tuesday Tip: Campus Recreation Programs,” Lee urges students to take advantage of university sponsored events, stating that not only do they often provide convenient transportation to and from the event, they are usually offered to students at an affordable price—even for the frugal and self-proclaimed starving college student.
“Actually, it’s hard for me to get out of the campus and go somewhere to have fun without this kind of program because transportation is inconvenient if you don’t have a car here,” states Lee. “So, I strongly recommend campus recreation programs especially to most of our exchange students…”
For exchange students, these kinds of campus programs make getting out and exploring much easier and cheaper. However, their greatest appeal may be that they even make such outings less daunting since other university students, perchance in a relatable situation or with similar interests partake in the activity together. So, participants could potentially make new friends, learn something interesting, try something new and have a blast—and for a greatly reduced cost.
Furthermore, this advice could be true for nearly any university. For instance, Towson University also has similar programs that are hosted by the Campus Activity Board. According to their website, the Campus Activity Board is a branch of the Student Government Association that sponsors various events like day trips, concerts, lectures, and the annual TigerFest.
There are also countless clubs and organizations available at Towson University.
Just to name a few: Womens Volleyball club, the Writers’s Block Club, Weightlifting Club, Ski Club, Badmitton Club, International Student Association, African Diaspora Club, Lacrosse Club, Ultimate Frisbee Club, Alcohol Peer Educators Club, Allure Dance Troupe, Outdoor Club, Alternative Break Connections, American Advertising Federation, American Marketing Association and Horseback Riding Club.
These are just a few of the campus recreation programs offered at Towson. Whatever your interests, Towson University probably has a club or organization that may appeal to you. Your best bet would be to check out the Involvement Fair that usually occurs at the beginning of each semester or scan the university newspaper, The Towerlight, for advertisements, features and calendars on upcoming events.
So if you’re bored or missing home, get involved. Time flies when you’re having fun.
Good hunting, lost little fish!
