There’s a lot going on to bring people together.
At WSU Vancouver, student life means hanging out in Firstenburg Student commons or on the Quad, hiking the trails, joining a club, taking a recreational trip, volunteering, or attending lectures and special events with your friends and classmates.
You’re a Coug!
As a student at WSU Vancouver, you are part of a statewide institution, Washington State University. You get to cheer for the WSU Cougars, whatever game they’re playing, and when you graduate you become part of the worldwide Cougar alumni network—a distinction that means opportunity and friendships.
Firstenburg Student Commons
The commons is the place to gather for coffee or lunch, play games, study or talk. Challenge an opponent at Ping-Pong or pool; play video games; watch cable TV; or settle in to study or meet a friend. Pick up something from the Commons Café or bring your lunch and get to know the other people at your table.
Clubs
A variety of passions, interests and causes are reflected in more than 40 student clubs (also known as Registered Student Organizations or RSOs). You’ll find clubs—and students who share your interests—for every purpose: academic, cultural, political, recreational, religious/spiritual, service, social or special interest. And if you don’t find one, you can start one.
Recreation and fitness
The WSU Vancouver Recreation Program includes a fitness center with free classes, lockers and showers, plus opportunities to rent sports equipment, go on a ski trip or other outdoor adventures, and participate in intramural sports, such as soccer, basketball, flag football and disc golf. In addition, the campus boasts several miles of walking, jogging and biking paths.
Diversity
Diversity is a core value at WSU Vancouver. The Student Diversity Center welcomes everyone to drop in and get involved, and every club, program and event welcomes diverse participation. In addition, several annual events—such as Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, Noche de Familia, Disability Awareness Month and a range of Marquee Diversity Events—celebrate our diverse campus population.
Special events
Numerous special events liven up the campus. Take part in the crazy games offered during Week of Welcome, watch a movie under the stars at Outdoor Movie Night, get involved in Martin Luther King Day of Service, or sign up for the annual Mt. Bachelor ski and snowboard trip.
Lectures and the arts
Interesting speakers visit campus regularly, such as the annual Marquee Diversity Series. Check out the Travel Café, an annual campuswide photo contest. Submit your creative work to the Salmon Creek Journal, and visit the journal’s rotating exhibitions in Firstenburg Student Commons.
Student government
Be a leader and give your fellow students a voice by running for student government. The Associated Students of WSU Vancouver (ASWSUV) coordinates student activities and advocates for student interests to campus administrators and state representatives.