<p>Incoming college freshman here! My school's website is pretty anonymous when it comes to clubs, only dishing out that they have "over 300 clubs and organizations! woooo!" But here's what I'm curious about..In high school, I was in Government Club, Tutoring Club, Civitan, blah blah, and all weren't necessarily the fun clubs that really sparked my interest kind of things. I stuck with them though because they had their good aspects and put 'em on college applications. Looked good..
But for college I found clubs like "The Anime and Manga Club" and "Hiking Club" and "Haiku and Underwater Basketweaving Club" (Ok, the last one may not be official..) and was blown away! I LOVE THEM!
I'm really just worried if I join these clubs, which aren't related to my major in any way, will that put a negative light on my future resume? I mean, I could be Pres. of the Anime Club but my employer will say "What the heck does this have to do with Nutrition Science?!"
And also, should I not do them because they'll suck time out of studying/classes/social life?</p>
<p>My point here is: Are clubs for fun or for your future career? The Pros and Cons of em? Did you join a club/thinking of joining? Just a confused freshman wanting some help :I</p>
<p>If you are unwilling to join clubs that sound really fun and that you love, you have a serious, serious problem.</p>
<p>Grades, standardized test scores, and recommendations tend to be the most important factors in grad school admissions. That being said, it’s definitely beneficial to hold jobs/internships over the summer at least, contribute to student life in a “serious” way, etc.</p>
<p>It doesn’t necessarily have to be a school club or organization but you NEED to have something on your resume besides your education to make yourself standout.</p>
<p>As students we always think having a degree automatically makes us a strong candidate, but the real world puts more emphasis on experience than on education. They want to see what you’ve done, not what you’ve learned about doing. </p>
<p>Definitely get involved in something, try to find something you enjoy so it’s not a chore to be a part of.</p>
<p>if you are the president of the anime club you will still have leadership duties (I assume). Just because it doesn’t directly pertain to major X doesn’t mean it won’t be a helpful experience. Plus college is not all about what job you will get, have some fun.</p>
<p>You don’t have to put anime club on your resume if you’re worried about it. I am president and founder of a club, in the process of founding another, and am a member in a couple, and I mix up what I actually put down depending on the position I am applying for.</p>
<p>“If you are unwilling to join clubs that sound really fun and that you love, you have a serious, serious problem.”
yes. I do have a serious problem–over-worryization (not a real word, I know) and the fear of a newbie. 
“Plus college is not all about what job you will get, have some fun.”
Good point…
“Definitely get involved in something, try to find something you enjoy so it’s not a chore to be a part of.”
Also a good point…
@Emaheevul07 daaang. President and founder? Wow. Which club may I ask? Is it difficult to balance?
Thanks all for your advice! ^.^ Did any of you join a club?</p>
<p>It’s an advocacy group. We do community service, organize informational and awareness events, create and run programs for the university, and do social events. It’s not very hard to balance, it’s usually only a 1-3 hour a week time commitment. It is challenging but not particularly time consuming.</p>
<p>“And also, should I not do them because they’ll suck time out of studying/classes/social life?”</p>
<p>Clubs actually help your social life. Also, just join both kinds of clubs (academic clubs and just for fun clubs). Don’t join more than 5-6 because thats when it starts to take away from schoolwork (at least my school)</p>
<p>Greek Life could be what your looking for also. There are many different opportunities when it comes to clubs and organizations.</p>
<p>You are only in college for four years. Try things that you probably won’t have time or resources for in the future. If you want to try a little bit of everything at first, that’s ok! My word of advice (from experience), don’t run for leadership positions you aren’t 100% sure about. You just might find yourself consumed by that particular activity that you can’t leave because you have committments!</p>
<p>I agree with previous poster, the clubs you join do not have to relate to your major. Though often there may be some sort of connection between your club and studies.</p>