“Take advantage of every opportunity Quinnipiac offers. Get involved in clubs and organizations, attend campus events, build relationships with professors and classmates and don’t be afraid to try new things. The more you engage with the campus community, the more rewarding and memorable your college experience will be.”

— Emma Samperi ‘26

“Make a bucket list when you get to school! The items on it don’t have to be serious, they can be things like ‘Hike the Giant’ or ‘Take a foreign language class.’ It’s a good way to encourage yourself to try new things and make the most of your time.” 

— Neve Wilson ’27, MBA ‘28

“Build a positive routine — gym, eat healthy and block out time to just engage with others.” 

— Tom Ellett, chief experience officer

 “Take it at your own pace, but don't be afraid to put yourself out there. It's super easy to just stay in your comfort zone, but you will lose out on so many amazing experiences by never trying something new or scary. Find something that interests you, and see where that takes you!” 

— Brie Butkievich ’26, MS ‘27

“Don’t be afraid to sample the offerings! Don’t like something? No big deal. But at least you tried.” 

— Alyssa Venus ‘26

“This is a time in life to expand your experiences and areas of interest and also a time to reflect on your core values and what really matters to you, including what you value in a friend.”

— Holly Raider, dean of the School of Business

“To make the most of your time here, I highly recommend going to campus events, especially the ones hosted by the Student Programming Board (SPB), where you can grab great free stuff and meet new people. Beyond campus activities, be sure to look into our incredible academic opportunities, like the highly popular 3+1 graduate programs and study abroad options. Balancing an active social life with the unique academic pathways Quinnipiac offers will give you the ultimate college experience.” 

— Maddie McLaughlin ‘28, MA ‘29  

“I would recommend getting involved in anything that interests you. There are so many opportunities on campus, so try to involve yourself in the things that make you excited. I also recommend getting to know staff and faculty because they can become great supports.” 

— Jennifer Bloom ’28, MHS ‘30

“Get involved early, join clubs and organizations, pick classes that interest you — sometimes beyond your intended area of study — meet a wide variety of friends, practice time management, reserve plenty of time for a strong social life and develop your LinkedIn account early.” 

— Adam Roth, MBA ‘24, dean of the College of Arts & Sciences

“Take advantage of every opportunity. I found that you never know what random event or activity that you decide to attend may lead to, so doing something that you may not usually do could be a blessing in disguise. Your journey and time at Quinnipiac is truly whatever you want it to be, so students should try to make the most out of it because looking back, those events are what make your time at Quinnipiac and what makes a university a place you never want to leave.”

— Kaitlyn McVeigh ‘26

“Get involved in things that matter to you.” 

— Zoe Xanthopoulos ’27, DPT ‘30

“There is a club or organization for every single person at Quinnipiac. Join those clubs! That is how you will meet people who may be your best friends through college.” 

— Vin Coglianese ‘28

“Don't think so much. It's easy to spend time wondering whether you'll fit in, whether you should join a club or whether you should introduce yourself to someone new — but the best experiences often come from simply doing before you have everything figured out. Take advantage of new opportunities, try things that interest you, be honest about your fears and awkwardness with those around you (and with yourself) and don't be afraid to step outside your comfort zone. The more you do, the more you'll discover about yourself and the kind of college experience you want to create.” 

— Jamie DeLoma ’06, MS ‘11

“Get involved in everything that you can! During my time at Quinnipiac, I got involved in so many different organizations, whether that was Fraternity and Sorority Life, Admissions and clubs, and that was what made my experience so much better. The people you meet and the memories that you make are what you will remember in 20 years, so do your best to open yourself up to those opportunities.” 

— Giana DiLemme ’25, MS ‘26

“Go to as many events as you can. It can be so easy to just go to class and then go home for the day. There is so much happening on campus every day. You will make so many connections and learn so much about yourself by engaging in these events. Even if it means putting yourself outside your comfort zone, this is where you will grow the most.” 

— Eve Behrens ’27, DPT ‘30