Student Involvement with Nicole

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Okay, let’s check out one of the most popular spots on campus. The statue of Jonathan, the Husky right in front of the famed Gampel Pavilion. Nicole, a special education major, is gonna tell us about some of the incredible student groups and activities she’s participated in. Nicole, what’s the good word?

Thanks for the introduction, Alex. When I first started my college search I knew I wanted to go to a big university with loads of school spirit, challenging academics and lots of clubs and organizations to join. When I first stepped foot on UCONN’s campus I knew that I found my perfect fit. Flash forward to today, I’m now a senior special education major in the NEAG School of Education. 

I have joined countless extracurriculars that has shaped my experience here at the university as an unforgettable one. I lived in Husky Village, my sophomore year which is on-campus housing exclusive to fraternity and sorority members. Something unique about Husky Village is we hold late nights which is food fundraisers for our philanthropies. I also joined the Women’s Club Basketball team. UCONN is home to 37 different club sports. I was a three sport athlete in high school and knew that I wanted to get involved with athletics when I came to UCONN. Considering UCONN’s women’s basketball team is ranked number one in the nation right now, joining the varsity team wasn’t in the playing cards. However, my time here on the club team has been nothing short of amazing. 

The most rewarding organization I am a part of is Husky-thon. Husky-thon, is a year-long philanthropic fundraiser that raises money for Connecticut Children’s Medical Center. This year, we raised over $1 million for the kids. Every Spring we celebrate our fundraising efforts with an 18 hour dance marathon with no sitting. On top of the hundreds of clubs and organizations to get involved with. There are countless traditions that are unique to UCONN. My favorite tradition is One Ton Sunday, where during winter weekend students can fill an entire bucket with as much ice cream and toppings as they want. And it is something that is so fun to do with your friends. Another really cool tradition is Ooze Ball, which is a very muddy volleyball tournament held every Spring. And it is a favorite tradition that has gone back for decades.

From the friends and memories I’ve made through Husky-thon, Gamma Phi Beta, and club sports. I could not imagine my time here without these organizations. UCONN offers the student body so much. You just have to go out and find it. That’s all from me back to you Alex

Panhellenic council, club basketball, dance marathon – talk about a full slate of activities! Really impressive stuff, Nicole. And the fact that the Husky-thon has raised millions of dollars for children’s healthcare is such an inspiring example of how UCONN students can make a difference in the world. Thanks again, for that insight, take care Nicole.