In our Jesuit tradition, Student Engagement seeks to promote the development of the whole person. We empower students to work together to build community, lead ethically, and value differences in one another. Our collaborative efforts connect students to curricular and co-curricular experiences that encourage civic responsibility, personal growth, and lifelong learning.
Office of Student Engagement
New Students
The Office of Student Engagement introduces both first-year and transfer undergraduate students to the developmental resources, unique opportunities, and engaging experiences afforded them while attending Fairfield University. Through a comprehensive and collaborative effort, we welcome you to a community of active and service-oriented learners who are eager to assist you in the understanding and appreciation of the unique experience Fairfield University offers as a Catholic university in the Jesuit tradition.
Programs & Events
The Office of Student Engagement offers a number of programs and events throughout the year. Some of our programs and events are rooted in religion and reflection while others give us a chance to celebrate our accomplishments. And many are just plain fun!
International Student Life
The Office of Student Engagement (OSE) works with student organizations, faculty, and other University offices to further integrate diversity into developmental and social programs for students. As a result, the office establishes meaningful relationships with students in order to effectively address their needs, interests, and concerns. We Discover and join the hundreds of student clubs, events, and programs that Fairfield has to offer!
Clubs & Organizations
At Fairfield, we have over 100 student-led clubs and organizations—ranging from honor societies to academic-focused clubs to political and cultural clubs—where students gain first-hand experience in leadership, organizational development and management, decision-making, diversity, and event planning.
FUSA
The Fairfield University Student Association (FUSA) is the official governing association for undergraduate students of Fairfield University. FUSA is charged with advocating student issues, needs and concerns; promoting an array of programs and initiatives; aiding in the development of student clubs and organizations, and more.
Life@Fairfield
Life@Fairfield is Fairfield University’s online community where students can find out about upcoming events, search for and join clubs and organizations, take surveys, apply for leadership positions and scholarships, sign up for a service opportunities, track involvement, and get personalized news updates.
Lucy Katz Dialogue Resolution Program
Lucy Katz, JD, former professor of business law and former holder of The Robert C. Wright Professorship in Business Law, Ethics and Dispute Resolution, left an indelible imprint on the Fairfield community. Her creation, along with Dr. Thomas Pelligrino, of the student peer mediation program provides mediation training and certification for students who go on to serve their peers and the University.
