Through the Associated Students, you may become involved in student newspapers, magazines, radio stations, teacher-evaluation publications, and community service projects. There are fraternities and sororities at all UC campuses. The Greek organizations, as they are called, sponsor social activities and service programs and provide some housing for members. The sports and recreation facilities at all campuses are outstanding. Traditional activities, such as football, basketball, and tennis, are popular, as well as some that are less well known, such as water polo, windsurfing, and rugby.
Many students participate in intramural programs, where the focus is on fun and exercise.
The campuses also have intercollegiate athletic programs for men and women, and many earn top national rankings. The campuses have facilities for the arts, such as photography, painting, and ceramics studios, and provide opportunities for you to become involved in a myriad of other activities ranging from astrology to cooking. Most have outdoor recreation programs that sponsor skiing, hiking, cycling, and rafting trips, and rent outdoor equipment to students at low cost.