The Student Life office offers a wide range of opportunities for student involvement and leadership development. The office also serves as a resource to all student organizations and their advisors. A list of registered organizations and members is updated every fall by Student Life.

The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is a student group that plans special events for the campus: concerts, comedians, discount movie nights at local theaters, as well as special trips to professional sporting events, area cultural events, and other points of interest.

Student Life also collaborates with other campus offices and academic departments to provide leadership development, workshops, and programs. These programs allow students to gain knowledge about leading student organizations, managing finances and budgets, and collaborating with fellow students from diverse backgrounds, among many others. In addition, registered student organizations can use supplies in the "Chop Shop" to create signs and posters for events.
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New Student Orientation
New students are formally introduced to the campus during Fall INTRO (or Fall Orientation) and Spring Orientation, as well as during summer time pre-registration opportunities. During orientation, students also become acquainted with their new classmates and with campus organizations. The faculty and staff orient parents of new students through Parent Orientation each fall, as well. Contact Student Life if you have questions. (913)758.6120.
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Campus Celebrations
The University of Saint Mary celebrates a number of annual traditions, including freshman matriculation, fall and spring convocation, Heritage Day, and late night breakfast (held during exam week for students). In addition, Family Weekend offers students a chance to showcase their talents for their families via athletics, music, and theater, as well as other college avenues. Invitations for Family Weekend are mailed to students' homes in September.
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Leadership Opportunities
The University of Saint Mary provides students with an informal, family-like atmosphere. Students regularly interact with faculty outside of the classroom and are offered many opportunities for involvement in various campus activities. All students are encouraged to participate in campus activities and organizations, which provide educational, social, spiritual, and leadership development.

Student Organizations
Students may get involved in a variety of campus organizations. Students who wish to form their own organization may consult the Student Life Office for more information. USM currently has a number of established campus organizations.