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life on campus
When you arrive, you’ll have lots of opportunities to make friends and get involved. Whatever your passions — dance, gaming, photography, robotics and more — there’s a good chance you’ll find a club or organization that interests you. If you can’t find a good fit, you can tap into the school’s pioneering spirit, gather your classmates and roommates, and start your own! Visit our website to see a calendar of events, learn about the Associated Students of UC Merced, Bobcat traditions and school spirit, campus-wide programs, clubs and organizations, Fraternity and Sorority Life and more!
clubs and organizations
The Anime Club, Black Student Union, Bobcat Theater, Pilipino American Alliance, Pre-Pharmacy Club and the Prodigy news are only a few of the nearly 200 clubs and organizations UC Merced students have formed. Visit catlife.ucmerced.edu to learn more.
student activities
A lot of events are happening, and there’s something for everyone! You can take advantage of movie nights, luau beach parties, spirit days, cultural events, dance crew battles, guest speakers and more. Some of our most popular annual events include Treats ‘N Beats, CABsterical Comedy Jam, Spoken Word Poetry and the Cowchella music festival. Visit ucm.edu/v/cab to learn about events as they develop this fall!
Fraternity and Sorority Life
UC Merced’s fraternity and sorority community has 20 recognized chapters on campus. Collectively, Greek Life provides a wide range of academic, social and community service activities.
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