When you’re just starting your college experience as a first-year student, it can seem like the entire world is your oyster. Between all the people to meet, classes to take and places to get involved on campus, it’s a time ripe with possibility. And because you want to squeeze every last drop out of your college experience, you’re prepared to seize as many opportunities as you can.

What you may not know is that getting involved on campus comes with its own set of major perks. It’s not just about meeting other students, although that’s definitely one appeal of joining college clubs and organizations. But that’s not the only benefit of getting involved.

– It’s a chance to build your skillset

– It’s an opportunity to demonstrate your time management

– It helps you become more collaborative,

– It can lead to great friendships and new networking opportunities

– It can build your self-confidence

– It can provide you with a well-rounded college experience

– It can increase your marketability

and many more…