SUNY Oneonta recognizes that academics are only half of the college experience. One of the keys to a successful college career is a fun and fulfilling social life as well. For this reason, SUNY Oneonta offers vibrant and diverse student life opportunities to keep you on your toes throughout your experience here!

Clubs & Organizations
Over 100 clubs and organizations are offered at SUNY Oneonta, ranging from those focused on professional development to personal interest. Some of our more popular clubs include the Terpsichorean Dance Company, Mask & Hammer Theatre Society, Students of Color Coalition, and the Gamer's Guild.

And if for some reason we don't have what you're looking for, feel free to start your own club!

Greek Life
In the past three years, Greek Life at Oneonta has grown by more than 150 percent! The College fully recognizes five sororities and three fraternities as well as two fraternities and a sorority that are going through the recognition proess. Each group is distinct in its own way and are all heavily involved in service activities across the campus and the community. (NOTE: First semester freshman are not eligible to join a Greek organization)

Athletics
SUNY Oneonta has twenty-one intercollegiate sports teams for men and women and competes in Division III of the NCAA. The College has a long history of athletic success and, in fact, holds the 2003 National Championship in Women's Soccer.

Intramurals
Many of our students also compete in one of fourteen intramural offerings, including softball, arena football, and ultimate frisbee. All students are eligible to play, regardless of past experience.

Diversity
SUNY Oneonta is committed to a diverse campus community that is safe, open, and embracing. Through our Center for Multicultural Experiences, the campus hosts countless seminars, workshops, and other activities to enhance one's understanding and appreciation of various racial and ethnic communities. For example, our popular AALANA (African American, Latino, Asian, and Native American) group hosts a student fashion show each semester while our International Student Organization annually hosts an "Ethnic Food Night" on campus.

Campus Safety
SUNY Oneonta is a community of over 6,000 persons working, living and studying on an attractive, historic campus in Oneonta, New York. As in virtually all communities, concern for public safety, crime prevention, and the impact of crime are often present. Campus safety and security are coordinated by the University Police Department, which has a force of seventeen sworn police officers with full arrest powers. As an armed police department, patrol members respond to all emergencies, dispatched by six professionally trained dispatchers.

The objectives of the University Police are to provide a safe environment for teaching, research and social endeavors and to protect the lives and property of the students, employees and visitors of the College. This objective is pursued within the framework of SUNY Oneonta rules and regulations and all local, state and federal laws. The University Police also works closely with the City Police, Sheriff’s Department, and the New York State Police to assist them with incidents that may occur off-campus but involve campus staff or students.

Residence Life and Housing
At Oneonta, you’ll find that living on campus is an important part of your educational experience. Our residence halls are more than just a place to study and sleep. They offer academic and social programs, individual attention from staff members, and a great place to relax with friends, who often become friends for life. Though you’ll develop a sense of independence by living in a residence hall, you’ll quickly become part of a small residential community where you’ll learn about yourself, others, and the world you share.