{"id":1737,"date":"2020-07-30T16:48:18","date_gmt":"2020-07-30T20:48:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/?page_id=1737"},"modified":"2026-03-16T16:40:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T20:40:00","slug":"student-activities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/current-students\/student-activities\/","title":{"rendered":"Student Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Welcome to Student Activities at BU MET!<\/h2>\n<p>As a student of Boston University\u2019s Metropolitan College (MET), you have access to a wide range of resources designed to immerse you in the Boston University community. You will find clubs and organizations, career networking events, and excursions that encompass everything from fall apple-picking, to bowling nights, to watching the Boston Celtics play at TD Garden. We encourage you to take the opportunity to connect with BU\u2019s diverse community of students and scholars from around the world.<\/p>\n<p>BU MET students have participated in virtual and in-person game nights, drawing workshops, cooking and baking demonstrations, yoga and meditation classes, and even a comedy writing series. Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/events\/\">MET Events calendar<\/a> to sign up for upcoming events!<\/p>\n<div class=\"includes-container has-2\">\n<div class=\"includes\">\n<div class=\"include\"><img src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/10\/get-involved-promo.jpg\" alt=\"Image of a bus turning on a city street.\"\/>\r\n<h3 class=\"fontShrink\">Get Involved<\/h3>\r\n<p>Metropolitan College offers a wide range of events to immerse you in the Boston University community.<\/p>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/events\/?topic=8379\" class=\"button\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">View Calendar of Events<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"include\"><img src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/10\/career-building-resources-promo.jpg\" alt=\"students walking on Charles River Campus\" width=\"540\" height=\"404\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-68017\" \/>\r\n<h3>Career-Building Resources<\/h3>\r\n<p>Make your next career move with help from the Center for Career Development.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/careers\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"button\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Explore<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"includes-container has-2\">\n<div class=\"includes\">\n<div class=\"include\"><img src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/09\/student-resources-promo-box.jpg\" alt=\"Students enjoying the resources of Boston University as they seen studying together in a small group on campus.\"\/>\r\n<h3 class=\"fontShrink\">Student Resources at BU\u2013Undergraduate, Graduate & International<\/h3>\r\n<p>World-class resources for university services, information and facilities.<\/p>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/current-students\/student-resources\/\" class=\"button\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"include\"><img src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/10\/resources-online-students-promo.jpg\" alt=\"Resources for Online Students - a keyboard being typed to demonstrate a student in an online class.\"\/>\r\n<h3>Resources for Online Students<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"button-container\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/online\/student-resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"button\" style=\"margin: 0;\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Learn More<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Student Clubs &amp; Organizations<\/h2>\n<h3>Metropolitan College<\/h3>\n<p>Outside the classroom, there are a number of ways for you to get immersed in the community at Metropolitan College. There are several student groups and associations you can join to connect with your peers. Whether you are looking to build your professional network, or make new friends in your field, these organizations are a great way to expand your horizons at MET.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/groups\/8927346\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BU Project Management Club<\/a> (request to join via LinkedIn) brings together those who want to advance their practical knowledge of project management in fun and interesting ways.<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cityplanning\/people\/students\/student-association\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BUCPUA Urban Planning Association (BUCPUA)<\/a> hosts social, service, learning, and networking events meant to bolster the sense of community among students in the Master of City Planning, Master of Urban Affairs, and Bachelor of Science in Urban Affairs programs<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/artsadmin\/students\/student-association\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BU Arts Administration Student Association (AASA)<\/a> cultivates a sense of community among Arts &#038; Cultural Management students while creating educational enrichment and career development opportunities.<\/li>\n<li>BU Actuarial Student Professional Association (ASPA)<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.bu.edu\/gastronomy\/students\/student-association\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gastronomy Student Association (GSA)<\/a> hosts events and fosters community spirit for students in BU MET\u2019s Gastronomy and Food Studies graduate programs. The group welcomes any BU students who are interested in the field of Food Studies to participate in programming such as movie nights, potlucks, and themed discussions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Be sure to check with your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/about\/directory\/\">program<\/a> to find out if there are additional formal or informal groups you can connect with. If you do not see an association that lines up with your interests, we always welcome the creation of new clubs. Start up a conversation with <a href=\"mailto:metess@bu.edu\">metess@bu.edu<\/a> and we can help you take the next step.<\/p>\n<h3>Boston University<\/h3>\n<p>Beyond MET, Boston University boasts a wealth of student groups, associations, and activities. Take a look at some of the resources BU has to offer\u2014and be sure to check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BU Calendar<\/a> for upcoming events.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/community\/student-groups-associations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Student Groups &amp; Associations<\/a> offers a list of student groups and associations available to graduate students at BU.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/studentactivities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BU\u2019s Student Activities<\/a> office offers links to BU\u2019s 450+ graduate and undergraduate <a href=\"https:\/\/bu.campuslabs.com\/engage\/organizations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">student groups and organizations<\/a>, along with a calendar of <a href=\"https:\/\/bu.campuslabs.com\/engage\/events\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">events<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/fitrec\/recreation\/clubsims\/intramural-sports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Intramural Sports<\/a> at BU includes popular leagues and tournaments that are open to current BU students, faculty, and staff. You can register as an individual or with a team of friends.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/fitrec\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BU\u2019s Fitness &amp; Recreation Center (FitRec)<\/a> offers fitness and recreation opportunities for the whole family.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/campus-life\/buarts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Arts events<\/a> are held at galleries, theatres, and concert venues around campus\u2014and there are plenty of opportunities to get involved.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.agganisarena.com\/events-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Agganis Arena at Boston University<\/a> is home to Terriers hockey, concerts, family shows, and sporting events.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--\n\n\n<h2>Honor Societies<\/h2>\n\n--><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to Student Activities at BU MET! 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