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Unfortunately, as I see it, University of Delaware is known as a heavy party school with an extremely prevalent Greek life though it only officially involves 20{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the student population. So I would have to say that Greek life is definitely one of the most popular organizations on campus. Otherwise, we are known for our PROUD club, short for the Puppy Raisers of the University of Delaware, in which students raise and train service dogs before sending them off for their final training. I, myself, however, am involved in a trailblazing group that is new to UD this year called the Delaware Diplomats in which we attend multicultural events in order to earn study abroad scholarships so it really weaves a great connection between university students and the multicultural community here in Newark as well as abroad. I met my closest friends, not through clubs and such, but through my dorm. Seeing as we have no AC and close living quarters we all bonded extremely quickly over the first semester, all suffering through the same lack of sweat due to humidity and sometimes throwing "fan parties" where we would all bring our fans into one room in order to cool off more quickly during summer months! Aside from drinking and sweaty "fan parties" in the dorm, there are movies shown on campus on the weekends, ice skating down on South Campus, art exhibits and plenty of other activities going on on the weekends. Off campus, most recently, a couple of friends and I trekked down to Rehoboth beach for a day just to escape campus life. However Main Street and the nearby mall offer plenty to do off campus that isn't too far away. There is also amazing hiking and many parks nearby for the outdoorsy folks which I really enjoy doing with friends on the weekends!

Greek life along with club sports and a cappella are very popular here.

Greek life is probably the most popular activity on campus, but there are LOTS of other ways to get involved! A lot of people go to UD, so there's lots of different interests. People definately are excited about football and women's basketball. I am not sure how often people party, because I don't at all, but this definately hasn't stopped me from making friends! I have met friends in many ways - I've met a few friends in class, some in clubs/organizations, volunteering, the residence hall. On a Saturday, if you don't want to drink, you can always hang out with your friends and have a good time without drinking!!

Clubs here are called RSO's, and there are literally hundreds of them. During the first week of fall semester they have the RSO fair where the student center Trabant is completely lined with booths where you can sign up for or just find out about all the different clubs. There is truly something for everyone. there are groups that range from the rock climbing club to intramural sports teams to a cappella groups to the chocolate club, and hundreds more. There are also a ton of university wide events. Last semester Wiz Khalifa performed here, and the big rumor on campus is that LMFAO is coming this semester. Frats and sororities have gotten pretty big here, and you will definitely see a lot of it around campus, especially in the spring during formal rush. If greek life isn't your thing, then that is totally fine too. I am not in a sorority although a ton of my friends are, and I have absolutely no problems finding things to stay busy with all the time. Dorm life is definitely one of the best parts about living on campus. There are the stereotypical party freshman dorms like Rodney and Harrington, and then the quieter dorms like Russel and Thompson, but of course this changes every year with new students. There is currently a lot of construction going on to build this huge new freshman dorm complex with bigger, suite style rooms that should be ready by next year.

The most popular student activities on campus are the delaware sporting events. I'd say that during football season, a large amount of students on campus would go to the games . Its a great way to meet new people and bond with the friends you have already.

Intramural sports are big at the University of Delaware. Students love to get involved with sports such as basketball, volleyball, soccer, etc. There are several leagues that are based on how intense the competition is. Also, there are co-ed leagues for some sports as well as Greek leagues. In each and every dorm, there are a variety of people. A lot of students leave their doors open, but even if they don't, almost all students are willing to hangout and have a friendly conversation. You just need to find your group--if your roommate goes to bed at 12 but you want to stay up, there are always kids down the hall willing to stay up with you and hangout. On the weekends, fraternities are pretty big with parties. There are also a lot of house parties though. Your options of what you can do on the weekends depends on the people that you know and meet. This is why it is important to leave your door open and make friends with everyone.

Intramural sports are big at the University of Delaware. Students love to get involved with sports such as basketball, volleyball, soccer, etc. There are several leagues that are based on how intense the competition is. Also, there are co-ed leagues for some sports as well as Greek leagues. In each and every dorm, there are a variety of people. A lot of students leave their doors open, but even if they don't, almost all students are willing to hangout and have a friendly conversation. You just need to find your group--if your roommate goes to bed at 12 but you want to stay up, there are always kids down the hall willing to stay up with you and hangout. On the weekends, fraternities are pretty big with parties. There are also a lot of house parties though. Your options of what you can do on the weekends depends on the people that you know and meet. This is why it is important to leave your door open and make friends with everyone.

There are plenty of clubs to pick from and the school hosts an activity night or two each semester. If you have a sport that you are good enough at, a lot of people do club sports. If you are interested in volunteering, there are innumerable options from AIDS relief to tutoring. SCPAB puts on movies and concerts for the school and is a lot of fun. Fraternities are a big party scene and a lot of people join them, but as long as you're involved in something they aren't necessary. People order food in a lot late at night and DP Dough (calzones) is the first choice. A lot of people party and it is a big thing on the weekends. Everybody in my dorm leaves their doors open if they aren't studying and I've gotten a family feeling from it. Athletic events are what you make of them. It's not huge here, but enough students go that it's still fun.

There are plenty of clubs to pick from and the school hosts an activity night or two each semester. If you have a sport that you are good enough at, a lot of people do club sports. If you are interested in volunteering, there are innumerable options from AIDS relief to tutoring. SCPAB puts on movies and concerts for the school and is a lot of fun. Fraternities are a big party scene and a lot of people join them, but as long as you're involved in something they aren't necessary. People order food in a lot late at night and DP Dough (calzones) is the first choice. A lot of people party and it is a big thing on the weekends. Everybody in my dorm leaves their doors open if they aren't studying and I've gotten a family feeling from it. Athletic events are what you make of them. It's not huge here, but enough students go that it's still fun.

Greek life appeals to many students and there are definitely a lot of students involved. That being said, it is not NEARLY as big a deal here as it is at other schools. You certainly won't be a loser with no friends if you don't rush. Club and intramural sports are popular and teams become very close, as well as clubs such as the sailing team (most people don't even know how to sail) and others that enjoy shared interests and end up drinking together and forming lasting friendships. UD doesn't have any notable traditions. There is a major drinking/partying scene here, but if you don't drink the school and different clubs organize various activities so you won't be sitting in on a Saturday night. For students who don't drink but are open to it or for students who drink but don't think of it as a major part of their lives, a happy medium may be hard to find.