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Student Life at ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾

ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ students live on a breathtaking campus surrounded by intelligent and inspiring peers and mentors. They explore their interests—and discover new ones— both on and off campus, in Bethlehem and abroad. And they certainly don’t run out of things to do—ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ bustles with activity and opportunity throughout the year.

Extracurricular Participation

91%

of ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ undergraduate students participate in an extracurricular activity

International Cuisine

15+

international cuisines within walking distance

Population of ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ Valley

820K

population of ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ Valley

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Vibrant Student Life

From the moment you arrive on campus, you’ll be welcomed into a campus community that encourages you to do what you love and try some new things, too. Whatever your interests, ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½Íøվ’s student clubs and organizations provide countless opportunities to get involved, and a range of resources offer support and guidance throughout your college experience.

Student Life Clubs and Organizations

Clubs & Organizations

With more than 200 clubs and organizations, you’re bound to find what you’re looking for. Options range from professional and academic organizations to intramural and club sports to performing arts and political clubs—and if you can’t find your niche, you’ll have the resources to create your own.

Student Life Resources

Resources & Support

ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ offers resources to help you succeed and plenty of friendly faces ready to lend a hand. Beginning with orientation, the Office of First-Year Experience provides guidance for your academic and social transition, and the Dean of Students Office is committed to supporting your intellectual and personal development throughout your college career. You’ll also find nationally recognized welcoming spaces across campus—the Center for Gender Equity, the Chaplain’s Office, the Office of Multicultural Affairs, the Pride Center and the Office of Student Access and Success—that facilitate connections and community building.

People dressed in various costumes, including a Santa outfit and a green elf, are participating in a race with homemade soapbox cars resembling beds. Spectators watch from behind barricades at nighttime, and the area is well-lit with artificial lights.

Spirit Week

The week leading up to the ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾-Lafayette football game is considered a favorite amongst the entire campus community. Students take place in new and 150+-year old traditions, and campus is full of school spirit.

Bed Races: Students form teams, decorate beds and drag race them down the length of Memorial Walk in one of ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½Íøվ’s most treasured and unique traditions.

Eco-flame: The Marching 97, ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½Íøվ’s marching band, marches in and out of classrooms and other campus buildings playing ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ fight songs on the Friday of Spirit Week.

The Rivalry Game: The ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾-Lafayette game (or the Rivalry, as it’s known) is the most-played rivalry in college football—the schools have faced one another since 1884.

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Campus Events

Arts, entertainment, Division-I sports, world-renowned speakers: You’ll find it all on ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½Íøվ’s campus.

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Arts

Zoellner Arts Center, a hub of creative expression for the university and the local community, features three theaters and is home to outstanding student productions open to any major. Zoellner Arts Center also hosts world-class speakers such as Pete Souza and David Sedaris, and houses ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ Art Galleries, a teaching museum that maintains and develops the university’s world-class collection of more than 14,000 objects.

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Athletics

ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ competes at the Division I level with a total of 25 sports for men and women, including football, wrestling, basketball, softball and swimming. This provides for a vibrant fan experience for all students as well as a first-class athletics program for student athletes.

You know you're a ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ student when...

  • you've been planning your team's bed race costumes for months.
  • you're best buddies with the ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ therapy dogs, Grace and Scout.
  • you've lost track of time studying under Linderman's rotunda.
  • you have calves of steel from the 2,600 stairs on campus.
  • your favorite sandwich is from The Goose's secret menu.
  • you think "Le-Laf" is the best week of the year.

Student Resources

Learning

Living

Activities and Community

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Our College Town

ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ is located in Bethlehem, Pa., within the ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ Valley, which is the third-largest metropolitan area in Pennsylvania. ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½Íøվ’s home in the SouthSide Arts District offers an eclectic blend of shops, services, restaurants and cafes. Take a walk on the South Bethlehem Greenway, enjoy a delicious lunch or from-scratch dessert, or visit the local movie houses or music venues.

ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ is a short drive or bus ride from Philadelphia and New York City, offering students ample opportunities for internships, networking events and fun excursions. More fun and adventure can be found within 30 minutes of campus – explore the great outdoors by hiking the Appalachian Trail, and camping and skiing in the Pocono Mountains.

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Students can choose from ten on campus, two food trucks, and 15+ types of cuisine within walking distance.

A large group of people sits on colorful blankets spread across a grassy area, enjoying an outdoor event

Campus-wide events, like ’s carnival and the GO campaign launch that featured a Halsey concert on the U.C. front lawn, bring students together from across class years and interest groups.

Two fencers dressed in white protective gear and black masks are engaging in a duel in an indoor hall with a checkered floor. One fencer is lunging forward with their weapon extended, while the other stands in a defensive stance.

ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½Íøվ’s 40 include dodgeball, baseball, fencing, cycling, frisbee and more.

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Presented by and the Global Union, the annual International Flag Parade represents countries from across the ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ community.

A group of student cheering in the stands at a football game

ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ competes at the Division I level with a total of 25 sports for men and women, providing a vibrant fan experience for all students as well as a first-class athletics program for student athletes.

A male student performing on a stage

features three stages, with opportunities for students to act, direct, stage manage, set and costume design, and more.

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The University Club Expo takes place each fall and spring, connecting students with more than 500 clubs, organizations and community vendors.

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Students enjoy the restaurants and shopping in both and across the bridge in North Bethlehem.