Get Involved

Welcome!

We want UT Dallas to be your home away from home! With all the ways to stay involved at UT Dallas, you’ll want to come early, leave late and explore all the great programs, events, student organizations and academic services the University has to offer.

Join a student organization or get involved with the free events happening on campus by looking at the Comet Calendar.

Student Affairs

Student Affairs provides an array of programs for students to get involved. Here are a few suggestions:

Freshman Commuter Program

Designed for freshmen during their first-year at UT Dallas, the Freshman Commuter Program connects commuters to campus. Students are placed into small groups led by an Orientation Leader. The groups will meet a few times during the semester for study sessions, meals on campus, attend games or campus events, and learn about how to get involved in other organizations! Email roadwarriors@utdallas.edu to sign up for the Freshman Commuter Program.

Spirit Programs

Spirit Programs include UT Dallas Cheerleaders, Power Dancers, our mascot Temoc, the Pep Band and the Crush Crew. Students can also participate in Pride Points and win great prizes throughout the year just for showing comet spirit.

Fraternity and Sorority Life

UT Dallas Fraternity and Sorority Life includes scholarship, service and social awareness opportunities. Fraternity and Sorority life also gives students a chance to develop leadership skills and meaningful friendships.
SU 1.610, 972-883-6523

Office of Student Volunteerism

The Office of Student Volunteerism (OSV) provides UT Dallas students with a variety of service opportunities that fit many interests, passions, skills and schedules, including the UT Dallas Community Garden and Alternative Spring Break trips.
SSA 14.431T, 972-883-6131

University Recreation

University Recreation offers a variety of club sports, group fitness classes, nutritional guidance programs, CPR training, aquatics programs and special events throughout the year. Activity Center (AB), 972-883-2096

Road Warrior Commuter Student Program

The Road Warrior Commuter Student Program is committed to enriching the collegiate experience of commuter students. Commuter students attend campus socials, university sports events, educational programs and more. Free and open to all students.
Student Services Addition (SSA) 14.431, 972-883-6171

Student Government

Student Government is the official representative body and voice of UT Dallas students. Students have the opportunity to participate through serving on committees, running for office or voting in elections. Student Government provides many free services for students, including legal counsel, an online book exchange and the Comet Discount Program, which offers students discounts at participating area businesses.
Student Union, SU 2.401, 972-883-2284

Student Media

Student Media includes The Mercury, UT Dallas· award-winning student newspaper, Radio UTD, the student-run internet radio station, AMP, a tabloid-style publication that focuses on student life, global politics, arts, events and social commentary, and UTD TV, which broadcasts news, entertainment shows and other online media content produced by students, staff and faculty.
Student Union, SU 1.601, 972-883-6339

Student Organization Center

Student organizations play an important role in campus life. Throughout the year, various organizations sponsor activities and service projects for the campus community. With more than 230 active student organizations, you’re sure to find one for you, but if not, you can easily create your own!
Student Union (SU 2.416), 972-883-6551

Student Union & Activities Advisory Board (SUAAB)

The Student Union & Activities Advisory Board is a student leadership group that offers a variety of events to promote student participation including the UT Dallas Homecoming dance, Casino Night, Springapalooza, movies, comedians, concerts and more.
Student Services Addition SSA 13.451, 972-883-6438

Student Services

Career Center

The Career Center offers a variety of services for students, including resume reviews, career expos, internship programs and career assessments. Students should register online through CareerWorks to find on- and off-campus employment, internship and volunteer opportunities. Student Services Building SSB 3.300, 972-883-2943

Office of Financial Aid

The Office of Financial Aid provides federal, state and institutional financial assistance to eligible students to enable them to meet their personal and educational goals.
Student Services Building, 972-883-2941

Military and Veteran Center

The Military and Veteran Center is a resource center for veterans, reservists, eligible dependents and active duty military students attending UT Dallas. Staff in the center can help students access information about VA benefits, financial aid, scholarship opportunities and on- and off-campus veterans support services. The center offers a veterans· lounge that allows students to meet and greet other vets. The office of the VA certifying official is also located in the center.
Student Services Addition, SSA 14.250, 972-883-4913

AccessAbility Resource Center

The primary function of the AccessAbility Resource Center is to provide academic accommodations for eligible students with a documented physical, mental or sensory disability, facilitation of non-academic and environmental accommodations and services, resources and referral information, and advocacy support as necessary and appropriate.

Student Counseling Center

Programs in the Student Counseling Center help students maintain the emotional well-being necessary for success. Help is given to students to manage academic and personal demands more effectively. The Student Counseling Center’s staff of licensed psychologists and counselors are available by appointment or in times of emergency. All counseling is confidential. Student Services Building, SSB 4.600, 972-883-2575

Student Health Center

The Student Health Center offers free primary and preventative care for students, including minor emergency care, treatment of chronic stabilized diseases, sports physicals and more. Students, faculty and staff can also take advantage of free flu shots offered while supplies last.
Student Services Building (SSB) 4.700, 972-883-2747

Student Success Center

Whether it is individualized tutoring, Peer-Led Team Learning, Supplemental Instruction, coordinated group study, or another approach to improving academic achievement, the Student Success Center makes every attempt to assist students in achieving their academic goals across a wide variety of subject areas. Services include the Math Lab, Writing Center, Success Coaching, Testing Center and Peer-Led tutoring. MC 1.302, 972-883-6707

Student Transition Programs

The Student Transition Programs office provides programming, services, involvement opportunities and websites specific to transfer, sophomore, junior and senior student populations. Student Transition Programs help UT Dallas students adjust, get connected, stay focused and make a more seamless transition from one classification to the next. Student Services Addition (SSA) 14.431 972-883-6171

Student Wellness Center

The Student Wellness Center promotes health, fitness and responsible personal choices among UT Dallas students through educational programs, resources and individual consultations. Staff members can craft programs appropriate for students, groups, departments, professors or staff members regarding topics such as sexual responsibility, gender-specific health, fitness, alcohol/other drugs, and other wellness topics.
SSA 14.270, 972-883-4275

Transfer Student Services

Transfer Student Services offers support to new and returning transfer students through transfer orientations and connecting them to information, resources and success tips specifically for transfer students.
972-883-6170

seekUT

The University of Texas System launched seekUT (search + earnings + employment = knowledge), a website and interactive tool for students and families to help plan their academic futures. This website provides valuable data about employment earnings for the first five years after graduation, as well as average student loan debt, for graduates by degree major. Whatever your path, information to help you make decisions along the way to acquiring a quality education is invaluable.