Student Organizations
Being a member of a student organization enriches your life. Here are ways to explore new interests, meet people from across the University, and have an impact on the community.
Maize Pages
Maize Pages is the University of Michigan’s online directory of student organizations. You can use Maize Pages to find a complete list of student organizations.
Whether you wish to explore a new activity or continue with an old favorite, enlarge your circle of friends, or work for a cause, with over 800 registered campus organizations, there is probably one that suits your interests. Most student organizations recruit new members through “mass meetings” at the beginning of each term. In addition, Festifall, which is held during the first week of school on the Diag, and Winterfest, which occurs during the month of January in the Michigan Union, provide an opportunity for you to meet the members of groups in which you are interested.
Rackham Student Government (RSG)
Established in 1954, Rackham Student Government is the elected body representing the needs and concerns of the 7,000+ graduate students enrolled in Rackham Graduate School. RSG meets the needs of its constituents in three principal ways:
- By representing the concerns and interests of Rackham students to the University Administration,
- By providing for graduate student organizations and events, and
- By appointing graduate student representatives to the committees which oversee both the University and Rackham.
For meeting minutes, election information and more, visit the RSG website. You can e-mail the Rackham Student Government at rsg@umich.edu
Students of Color of Rackham (SCOR)
SCOR is a network for Rackham graduate and professional students at the University of Michigan. SCOR is dedicated to the social, cultural, and academic well-being of students of color of African, Asian, Latino, and Native American descent, and also welcomes students of other cultures, ethnicities, and international origins.
Michigan Student Assembly (MSA)
The Michigan Student Assembly (MSA) is the central student government at the University of Michigan, representing students from every school and college. It is the official student voice at the University. MSA facilitates communication between students and the University Administration and advocates student issues and concerns. It works in cooperation with the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs to represent the student concerns and opinions to the Board of Regents. MSA is committed to protecting students’ rights. It is an important part of student involvement in the University’s decision making process. It is also responsible for registering and recognizing the over 800 student organizations on campus.
For more information visit the MSA website.
Graduate Employees Organization (GEO)
The Graduate Employees Organization is the union that represents approximately 1,600 Graduate Student Instructors (GSIs) and Graduate Student Staff Assistants (GSSAs) at the University of Michigan. It is one of 13 graduate employee unions in the United States and the second oldest in the country.
For more information visit the GEO website.