Getting Involved on Campus
University Calendar of Events
With a campus of over 19,000 students and over 200 student organizations, there are always fun and engaging things taking place. Luckily, the University maintains a digital calendar that keeps track of all the events taking place and the details for those events. Visit the calendar by clicking above and plan explore what ways you can get involved at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
Cajun Craze
Cajun Craze involves a number of special events planned to make the beginning of each Fall Semester special for incoming freshmen and our returning students! We encourage you to get out and about your first week of school and find out what it means to be a Ragin' Cajun!
Freshmen Red Run
Start your college experience off right by running out onto Cajun Field at the first home football game of the season. Get the unique chance to lead Coach Napier and the Ragin' Cajun football team out onto Cajun Field along side university president Dr. Savoie and the UL Athletic Director!
Family Weekend
Family Weekend is for both students and parents to enjoy UL football tailgating and discounted tickets to a UL Lafayette football game!
Campus Traditions
What would a top-tier university be without an abundance of unique traditions? Find out what colorful events make UL Lafayette the "Belle of the Bayou."
Homecoming Week
Homecoming takes place every Fall in October! It's the chance for UL Lafayette alumni to return home and not only celebrate their college experience but teach future alumni how to represent their alma mater with class and distinction. Make plans to attend not only the Homecoming football game but the numerous events planned for Homecoming Week!
Community Service Opportunities
Join fellow Ragin' Cajuns in giving back to the Lafayette and Acadiana community, which has given so much to our university! Opportunities to give back range from service learning, to AmeriCorps, to The Big Event!
University Program Council
Ever hear about all the fun you're supposed to have in college? Reach out to UPC for all the entertainment you could ever need, including events such as: Ragin' Roar, SplatterBeat, Pajama Blowing, Lagniappe Week, and many more!
Getting Involved at UL Lafayette
The Office of Student Engagement & Leadership is responsible for all student clubs, including academic, religious, political, and Greek organizations. If you're interested in joining a student organization, or maybe want to start a student organization, each out to Student Engagement & Leadership!
Student Government Association
Want a say in how your university is run? Get involved in SGA and make a difference for your department, college, and campus!
Study Abroad
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