Life @ NKU: Northern Kentucky University, Greater Cincinnati Region

MyEngagement: CampusGroups

CampusGroups is the central hub to all information regarding student organizations, events, and news.

Browse the organization directory by categories or search by keywords to find orgs and explore something new!

Fraternities and sororities are the largest, most visible, and most active groups on the NKU campus. The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life advises and supports our community along with the Inter-Fraternity Council, Panhellenic Council, and National Pan-Hellenic Council. Learn more about greek life.

Upcoming Events

NKU Housing is More than just a place to live.

Our mission is to provide a home away from home that welcomes all students into safe and affordable communities. Our residential experience welcomes and supports students of all backgrounds and values excellent customer service. In a variety of community options, students engage in a co-curricular learning environment that promotes academic and social opportunities that advance them on a path to graduation.

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Learn in Any Time Zone

NKU's campus isn't the only place our students learn. Study abroad trips are life-changing experiences, and your journey can take you as far away - or as close - as you want. You can live new experiences instead of just observing item.

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Recreation is more than having fun. It's a lifestyle.

Our mission is to enhance student and university community success by advocating and providing inclusive, developmental opportunities that promote student engagement, lifelong learning and healthy behaviors."

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Fitness Classes per Week

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Treadmill Miles Run Per Year

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Visits Per Year

Student Participants

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University News

NKU in View

NKU in View is a digital magazine dedicated to recognizing Norse Nation’s recent achievements while looking ahead at what’s in store for the community. Read the latest issue.

Celebrating 25 Years of CIE
Twenty-five years ago, NKU and the College of Business, now Haile College, embarked on a journey to drive innovation and entrepreneurship for the region. [Read more]

Invested in Student Success
While reflecting on her first year as president of Northern Kentucky University, Dr. Cady Short-Thompson most fondly remembers her opportunities to see students excel at what they’re passionate about. [Read more]

Northern Kentucky University Honors Former Coach and Longtime Athletics Director Jane Meier
Meier came to NKU in 1978 as the head women’s volleyball coach and was later named head coach of both the softball and women’s basketball teams. [Read More]