Find Community at UO Portland
Learn about student organizations, check out upcoming events, and find service opportunities in the local community.
At UO Portland, we understand that student involvement and academic success go hand-in-hand. There are many ways that you can get involved on the UO Portland campus and in the broader Portland community. Whether you're interested in joining one of our student organizations, volunteering at a local food bank, or kicking back at a game day watch party - the community-building opportunities are endless!
Events Student Organizations Community Engagement
Student Life and Belonging coordinates programming with students in mind. We offer events and services intended to build community within and across academic programs. You can find a full list of UO Portland events here. From Orientation to finals stress relief, students have the opportunity to meet new people, enjoy great food, and learn about cultural and community resources. If you would like to host an event in partnership with Student Life, please email studentlifepdx@uoregon.edu
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Student Life and the Portland Student Council invite you to attend our end-of-the-year picnic on the UO Portland campus! Join the rest of campus and their families as we celebrate our graduating students and kick off summer break.
Get your caricature drawn, build a bouquet at our flower cart, get professional photos in grad regalia, take home a Polaroid from our photo booth, and participate in our digital time capsule. Enjoy music, lawn games, and food fit for a picnic! All students, staff, faculty, and loved ones are invited to attend.
UO Portland has interest, identity, and academic-focused student organizations that foster community across and within academic programs.
UO Portland Student Organizations
UO Portland Student Council
The UO Portland Student Council is a student advisory group that strives to empower all students by fostering social enrichment and professional development, enhancing campus life through leadership and inclusive events. Learn more about the Student Council on Engage.
Starting a Student Organization
Students are invited to create a new student organization with a group of peers and a staff or faculty advisor. To learn how, click the link below.
Student Life works with many community organizations to host events, coordinate student resources, and offer student discounts. We partner with alumni organizations, nonprofits, industry leaders, and other universities.
If you are interested in working with Student Life or serving our students in some capacity, please email studentlifepdx@uoregon.edu.