Students involved in student government are elected into office by their peers to be the "official voice" of the student body. They serve in various organization on campus to represent ideas and concerns of the students. Students involved in student government serve on councils that fund organizations, plan events, initiate student discussion and help build a harmonious campus community. Student government is an especially beneficial option for students interested in communications, public relations, government and law.
College sports include both intercollegiate and intramural athletics. While they are often big commitments that require much of the students time and energy, college sports are very enjoyable healthy extracurricular activities. They allow for healthy competition among students. College sports build physical strength, agility, flexibility, balance and develop teamwork among students. Some collegiate sports award outstanding athletes with grants, scholarships and titles to honor their athletic careers and their school.
Artistic extracurricular activities are creative outlets for students to express themselves. Music, dance, theater and fine art extracurricular activities showcase student's talents and artistic sensibilities. Many colleges offer jazz bands, choirs, theatrical productions, pottery and painting classes. Here students can develop their artistic pursuits and learn more about the arts of their choice to become well rounded individuals. Artistic extracurricular activities are especially beneficial for students whose majors are highly logical and technical. The arts gives these students a creative release from their prominent course of study.
Many volunteer work opportunities are available for students willing to lend a helping hand. Students can volunteer individually or through groups like religious organizations, sororities and fraternities. Volunteer work includes service related activities in the student's community and around the world like planting trees, building homes, tutoring younger students and helping in homeless shelters. Volunteer work helps improve the overall community by encouraging students to give their time and effort for the benefit of others.