Student Engagement

There’s always something happening at Connecticut College. From live concerts in Harkness Chapel to student-choreographed dance performances, campus life is filled with creative energy and opportunities to engage.

Attend lectures and discussions on timely topics—from gene editing and emerging technologies to global issues—and be part of a community that values curiosity and conversation.

Connect with friends over coffee at Coffee Grounds, or settle into one of many welcoming student spaces to study and recharge. Signature campus traditions, including the Floralia music festival and Fall Weekend, bring the entire Conn community together and create experiences you’ll remember long after graduation.

At Connecticut College, shared governance isn’t just a concept—it’s a defining part of campus life. Students play an active role in decision-making, working alongside faculty, staff, and administrators on major committees and boards that shape strategic priorities and guide budget decisions.

Leadership is part of the everyday experience. Student-run clubs, housefellows, floor governors, and house councils help shape nearly every aspect of residential and campus life, giving you real responsibility and a meaningful voice.

Here, you’ll see how the strongest ideas emerge when diverse perspectives come together—challenging one another, thinking critically, and building something better as a community.