Institutions of higher education (IHE) can provide a diverse array of opportunities on campus that encourage college student participation, engagement, and involvement outside the classroom, including student organizations, leadership opportunities, community service, fraternities and sororities, athletics, and employment.
College students who are involved in co-curricular activities are more likely to have positive outcomes than their peers who have little to no involvement on campus. Research shows that involved students have better academic performance, brain development, psychological well-being, leadership skills, and multicultural awareness.
These attributes extend beyond graduation. For instance, employers report students who participated in co-curricular activities in college are more employable and career-ready than those with little to no involvement.
