Get Involved @ NAU
More than 7,000 Lumberjacks are involved in a student organization
Elevate your Lumberjack experience and maximize your life outside of the classroom by getting involved. It’s the #TrueBlueWay.
“Through club activities, events, and community engagement, I developed stronger communication, leadership, and teamwork skills that I now use in my classes, research, and professional goals. Being involved pushed me to step outside my comfort zone, take initiative, and build meaningful connections that have made my time at NAU feel purposeful and fulfilling.”
– NAU student
Our goal: To have every Lumberjack involved in at least one student organization.
We know getting involved helps build lifelong memories and connections while also developing essential skills in students like you. Getting involved at NAU has never been easier, with nearly 350 student organizations seeking to meet you. Whoever you are, we have a place for you. Find people who share your cause, identity, passion, and so much more!
NAU’s registered student organizations are designed to serve ALL students and contribute to the academic, political, cultural, religious/spiritual, social, or recreational life of the campus. Student organizations are a valuable part of the student experience and provide opportunities for students to take on leadership roles and build skills related to organizational development and administration, event planning, fundraising, budgeting, marketing, and public relations. Student organizations also provide learning experiences specific to students’ areas of academic or extracurricular interest.
While the University supports student organizations, registration of a student organization with the Community, Leadership, Alliances, and Belonging (CoLAB) Center does not constitute University endorsement or approval of the policies and/or activities of the organization. No student organization should represent or imply that it speaks for or in the name of Northern Arizona University.
The CoLAB Center uses an online system called True Blue Connects to register student organizations. Please log in to True Blue Connects to see a complete list of all organizations that are currently registered and active on campus.
“My journey at NAU has been deeply shaped by my involvement in campus organizations, particularly in sorority life. For over a year, this experience has been more than just social; it’s been transformative. The women I’ve met have inspired me to grow into a stronger leader and a more confident young woman.”
– NAU student
We know getting involved has many benefits, including:
- making friends
- contributing to the culture of your Lumberjack community
- developing your leadership skills
- expanding your interests
- having fun
- honing skills valued by future employers
- practicing what you learn in the classroom
With more than 350 student organizations, you are bound to find a connection. We have a variety of clubs representing diverse groups and interests across campus. To get involved you can search through all of our student organizations at True Blue Connects – the platform all of our clubs use for their club coordination. Can’t find the club for you? Start your own.
- Academic student organizations comprise the largest number of clubs and organizations on campus. These include any organization that is affiliated with an academic program or college.
- Advocacy student organizations are those that advocate for a particular cause or population of students.
- Cultural student organizations represent and promote the traditions and activities associated with a particular culture.
- Fraternity and Sorority groups are associated with national social Greek-letter fraternities and sororities that select membership through a bid process.
- Recreation/Game student organizations focus on recreational activities and games in a noncompetitive atmosphere
- Religious student organizations may also register with the Office of the Dean of Students. Although the university, as a state institution, is prohibited from promoting religious activities, it recognizes the importance of religion and spirituality in the life and education of its students.
- Service/Honorary student organizations are academically focused groups that limit membership based on certain requirements of community service oriented groups.
- Special Interest are not connected to an academic program or college. They serve the needs of students with specific special interests.
- Sport Club organizations are sports teams or groups engaged in active practice and competition against other schools or individuals. The Community, Leadership, Alliances, and Belonging (CoLAB) Center collaborates with Campus Recreation Services to support these organizations.
We’re focused on providing students with the resources and opportunities needed to enhance their educational experience. We help students cultivate the skills needed to become effective leaders in their lives and careers. We create opportunities for students to engage, have fun, and celebrate being a Lumberjack.