How To Get Involved?

Would you like to do something more than go to class and study?  MUSC has a rich variety of co-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities for you to chose from.

First, consider becoming a member of one of many MUSC student organizations that have been formed for professional, service, spiritual, cultural, special interests and/or governmental purposes.  Complete information on these organizations, including their missions, programs and leadership/contacts, can be found by clicking on the links for university-wide and college-specific organizations.  This information is also available in the current year’s hard copy and online MUSC Student Handbook and at the mid-September Student Activities Fair.

Next, consider volunteering your time in the Charleston community.  The student service, MUSC Gives Back, has a wealth of information on the one-time and longer term needs of community agencies. This information is available in a catalogue or from the staff in the MGB office and in the monthly insert in Student Lifelines, The Classifieds.

Speaking of Student Lifelines, this monthly newsletter is published to convey information to students on campus and community social, cultural, recreational and educational events and programs.  Pick up a copy and see what sparks your interest!  This publication will also available online. 

Other resources for finding out what there is to do both on-campus and in the community are: stuinfo/studentlife emails; posters on campus bulletin boards; the online SGA calendar; and reports from your class’s MUSC SGA representative.  A great place to really get connected with current and complete info is the Office of Student Programs, SW213 of the Harper Student Center or call 792-2693.

Get or stay physically active by taking advantage of your Wellness Center membership.  Each MUSC student is offered a free fitness assessment and discounted trainer fees.  Complete information on the many Wellness Center activities/classes can be picked up at the Membership Desk. 

MUSC’s 5 sport intramural program is a super option for physical activity and social interaction.  While teams are formed within most colleges, the Intramural Coordinators are also happy to involve “free agents”.

The Charleston community abounds with leisure and cultural opportunities.  In each Thursday’s issue of the Post & Courier is a section called “Preview”.  Here you will find timely info for special events, festivals, concerts, night clubs/bands; restaurants, and Charleston attractions, e.g. galleries, museums, tours, plantations.

Also recommended is a visit to the Charleston Visitor Center, 375 Meeting Street, where you can pick up brochures and maps for all things unique to this area.

There is A LOT to choose from both on- and off-campus so start now to take full advantage of your MUSC education/experience, the city of Charleston and the beautiful lowcountry.