Tag: Activities

Campus + Student Life, Living on Campus, Outdoors + The Adirondacks, Potsdam Community, Thriving in College, Wellness and Mental Health

Embrace the Season: Winter Activities in Potsdam

Snowy Landscape at Clarkson University depicting walkways outside

As a North Country native who’s spent countless winters in Potsdam, NY, I can tell you that there’s something magical about how campus transforms when the snow starts to fall. Clarkson transforms into a winter wonderland that never gets old, no matter how many years you’ve been here. Whether you’re looking to embrace the winter …

Campus + Student Life, Clubs + Activities, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Events + Celebrations, Potsdam Community, Uncategorized

Celebrating Diwali On Campus

The Student Center Forum is full of faculty, staff, and students to celebrate Diwali on campus with food, dancing, and activities.

Recently, our campus was illuminated with vibrant colors, lights, and joyful energy as students, faculty, and staff gathered to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights, hosted by the Friends of India Association. This cherished event brings our university community together each year to honor cultural diversity and promote a spirit of unity. What is Diwali? …

Academics + Admission, Advising, Campus + Student Life, Clubs + Activities, Living on Campus, Scholarships + Aid, Student Success, Thriving in College, Undergraduate Programs, Wellness and Mental Health

Navigating Your First Days at Clarkson University

Introduction As I stood on the threshold of my new life at Clarkson University, a mix of excitement and nervousness filled me. The campus, though beautiful, felt vast and unfamiliar. I remember the first few days being a rush of orientations, paperwork and trying to find my way around. It wasn’t always easy and I …

Academics + Admission, Campus + Student Life, Clubs + Activities, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Learning Experiences, Living on Campus, Student Success, Thriving in College, Undergraduate Programs, Wellness and Mental Health

The Joys and Struggles of Crossing Continents: From Nigeria (Naija) to America

Clarkson University international student Chidiogor Ofodum smiles in front of the school logo

Introduction As I embarked on my journey as an international student, Kolker’s words deeply resonated with me. The promise of education, the allure of new experiences, navigating cultural nuances to forging new friendships, and discovering facets of myself I never knew existed. It is a testament to resilience, curiosity, and the quest for knowledge that …

Clubs + Activities, Undergraduate Programs

Student Life Spotlight: “Clarkson’s Got Talent” with Kelsey from the Office of Student Life

Hi! My name is Kelsey Sheehe and I am a senior this year at Clarkson, studying Applied Mathematics and Statistics. For the past five and a half semesters I have been a student employee for the Office of Student Life. The Office of Student Life, or OSL, is located in the Student Center and creates …

Undergraduate Programs

What to Expect: Orientation and Convocation for First-Year Students

The Golden Knight with a thumbs up standing on cheel lawn with the student center in the background

Orientation for students who are new to the Clarkson Family is a new and exciting experience. There are a lot of opportunities to meet new people, explore a new campus and local community, and so much to learn about Clarkson as well as your area of study. Orientation for new students is designed to be …

Undergraduate Programs

Dear Future Golden Knights…

Deciding where to go to college is hard enough! Whether you have already submitted your deposit or still applying, sit back, relax, and take some advice and thoughts from some current Golden Knights of Clarkson University to help you make your decision! Why did you decide to Become a Golden Knight? “Clarkson is a great …

Undergraduate Programs

15 Questions I had before coming to Clarkson

After getting acceptance letters to all the colleges I applied to, I thought the hard part was over. However, it had just begun. It was a good problem to have – receiving acceptance letters from over ten colleges. But I was struggling with how to find which one was the right fit for me and …

Undergraduate Programs

Clarkson University Men’s Rugby Team

Clarkson University’s Men’s Rugby Team is a long-standing group of gentlemen that have come together for the past 40 years to play the lesser-known sport of rugby.  The Clarkson University Men’s Rugby Team is a unique experience for all individuals of any experience level. 

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North Country Outdoor Adventures

Hello and welcome all incoming first-year students, transfers and any passing traveler to the North Country. One of our largest and oldest clubs on Clarkson University’s’ campus is the Clarkson University Outing Club (CUOC). We wish to share some of the favorite outdoor adventure spots for both beginners and the more experienced adventurer. Members of …