Extracurricular Activities

Getting involved on campus can take your K-State experience from good to great. Meet your peers, explore your passions, boost your resume or relax and unwind. No matter what you're looking for, K-State has it.

K-State Student Union
This is the campus center for social, recreational, educational, and cultural activities. It features a full-service bookstore; a variety of food/dining options; a bowling alley and movie theater; an art gallery; banking services; study areas, televisions; copy center; two auditoriums; campus vending services, and much more.
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Union Program Council
The UPC plans more than 150 entertaining, educational, cultural and substance-free events each year for K-State students and the Manhattan community. Get involved in UPC, or follow along for upcoming events.
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Student Organizations
K-State has more than 350 student organizations, ranging from those focused on academic and career interests to those linked to personal passions. No matter what organizations you're involved in, you'll meet others, build skills, and make your experience more fullfilling.
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Career Fairs
All students are invited to participate in the annual Career Fair. Hundreds of employers representing all types of career fields visit campus so students can network, interview and build career readiness. The Career Center hosts multiple career meet-ups and expos throughout the academic year, as well.
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Recreation Services
The Chester E. Peters Recreation Complex is a state-of-the-art recreation center, available to all enrolled students. Participate in group fitness classes, intramural sports, or take advantage of the 40-foot climbing wall. Students can also rent outdoor recreation equipment at the Outdoor Rental Center.
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Open House
Attend the All University Open House for a day of family-friendly fun. With over 200 events across campus and live enterainment, there's something for everyone at Open House. Don't miss out on discovering what makes K-State special!
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K-State Sports
Cheer on the 'Cats at athletic events! As a member of the Big Twelve Conference, K-State sports are sure to entertain. Tickets for intercollegiate competitive events can be purchased at the beginning of the fall semester at Bramlage Coliseum.
Cultural events
Each year, K-State hosts speakers, musical and dramatic productions, and other cultural events. Students may often attend free or at reduced rates. A few of the many places to look are:

Student Belonging >>

McCain Performance Series >>

Kansas State Collegian >>

Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art >>

Landon Lecture Series >>
UFM Community Learning Center
UFM Community Learning Center is a multi-faceted education and resource program serving K-State, Manhattan and surrounding area, and communities across Kansas. UFM offers personal enrichment classes for all ages, designed to inspire learning, creativity and connection.
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