Student Activities & Organizations

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What kind of events do you sponsor?

We offer events that appeal to a wide variety of interests. Some campus events include:

  • Welcome of Week (Playfair - the Ultimate Icebreaker, Trip to Chicago Cubs Game, Chicago Architecture River Cruise, Shopping Trip to Michigan City, Sears Tower Trip, and more!)
  • New Student Induction and Medallion Ceremony
  • All-Campus Picnic and Student Organization Expo
  • Cultural Heritage Month Events
  • Council of Student Organizations Meetings
  • Leadership Programs
  • Homecoming Week Events (Midnight Boat Cruise, Concerts, Pie Eating Contest, SXU Weakest Link, Jim Wand the Hypnotist, and more!)
  • Founder’s Day Events
  • Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Events
  • Superbowl Party
  • Ski Trip
  • Mardi Gras celebration
  • Women's History Month Events
  • Multicultural Night
  • Spring Break (Alternative Break Immersion Trips / Campus Ministry)
  • South Side Irish Parade
  • Concerts
  • Service Day
  • Real World panel
  • Theatre Productions
  • Spring Formal
  • All Campus Excellence (ACE) Awards Program
  • Taste of SXU

Are events free?

The events and programs sponsored in conjunction with Campus Life are greatly subsidized by the University’s Student Activity Fund (SAF). Each semester, full-time undergraduate students pay a Student Activity Fee along with tuition and other fees; this fee contributes to the Activity Fund which provides for major campus speakers, concerts, student organization activities, and much more. It allows students to enjoy no-cost admission to almost all campus events. A few events such as the Midnight Boat Cruise and trip to the White Sox game have a small fee.

How can I participate in campus life? Events and activities? Organizations?

Student participation is always welcomed. At the beginning of each academic year, the All-Campus Picnic is held at which all student organizations are represented to inform students of their missions and activities, to help recruit members, and to share news of their programs and events with the campus community.

Through widespread publication of programs and activities on campus, students can learn of involvement opportunities first-hand. Each organization continually recruits, and major programs are open to all students. There is no shortage of involvement opportunities at Saint Xavier!

How do I start a new student organization?

It is very easy! First, you will need at least 10 other SXU students to form an organization and a faculty/staff advisor that will assist the organization. Fill out the Application Form (PDF) and create a constitution using our Sample Constitution (PDF) as a guide. These materials should then be submitted to the Department of Campus Life (L-208). For more information, download the Application Letter (PDF) which will walk you through the process.

How do I find out about activities and events on campus?

You may receive direct mail or e-mail related to events (be sure to check your sxu.edu account!). You may also want to look at the flyers and bulletin boards in the Student Activities hallway (near the SXU Diner). A calendar of events is located online at calendar. Also, don’t forget to check your Student Handbook & Planner (available in Warde Academic Center, Room L-208).

May I bring guests to campus events?

Guests are generally allowed at all campus events. A ticketed event will require you to purchase a ticket for your guest. Some events may be restricted to enrolled students or adults. If in doubt, contact the sponsoring organization.

Get Adobe Reader Adobe Reader 5.0 or above is required to view PDF documents. 
The latest version is available as a free download from the Adobe Web site.