Activities
The college experience extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Illinois, it's up to you how you choose to broaden your perspective and passions.
Experience Campustown.
Iconic in appearance and constantly buzzing with energy, Campustown is dedicated to student life. It's where you study, eat, play, and live.
Grow through experience.
There's a community for everyone here, and it's easy to get involved. With 1,000+ student groups to choose from, it's just a matter of finding the right place for you. Our annual Quad Day is a great first chance to explore your options.
Feature: Kennedy
When Kennedy saw a need for help in navigating the journey to medical school, she created a student group, Mentors in Medicine, that connects first-year pre-med students to opportunities on campus.
Watch Video of Kennedy segment in our episode of The College Tour
Feature: Illini 4000
Illini 4000 is a student-run, non-profit organization that raises money and awareness for cancer research by biking all the way across the United States, from New York City to San Francisco, each summer.
Read More about Illini 4000
Paint your body orange and blue.
Students are filled with school spirit as they root our 21 Big Ten, Division I sports teams on to victory. Illini Pride, our student cheering section, is the largest group on campus and knows just how to set the atmosphere for big games. I-L-L and I-N-I!
Student Feature: Sydney & Chase
Twin football players Sydney and Chase talk training and competing at a national level, plus everything Fighting Illini football has taught them.
Find what entertains you.
Krannert is a nationally renowned performing arts venue, and State Farm Center brings in huge names. Our local scene is also exciting, with festivals galore related to music, art, and films.
Work it out with Campus Rec.
We offer approximately 500,000 square feet of indoor and 75 acres of outdoor rec space for you to engage in recreation and wellness opportunities. Work out solo, play intramurals, take healthy cooking classes—whatever gets you motivated!