The UMF Dance Team posing outside their Trunk or Treat setup.

Student Organizations

Created by Students, for Students

There’s more to college than taking classes, doing research, working your on-campus job, interning, and doing your homework. There’s this other thing we like to refer to as … FUN. Perhaps you’ve heard of it?

At Farmington, getting involved is easy — with a wide variety of student clubs and organizations, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re into music, theater, sports, activism, or science, you’ll find a community that shares your interests.

And if you don’t see the club you’re looking for, you’re encouraged to start your own — just like many UMF students have before you. From student government to improv comedy, service groups to campus media, Farmington’s vibrant student life is shaped by the passions and creativity of its students.

UMF theater group performing in Emery Arts Center
UMF theater group performing in Emery Arts Center

Creative & Performing Arts

If you’re passionate about music, theater, dance, or performance, UMF has a wide range of student-run groups to get you involved. Join one of our a cappella groups like Clefnotes, Deep Treble, or Stranger Sings, or bring the laughs with the Lawn Chair Pirates improv troupe. Student Theatre UMF, Alpha Psi Omega (theater honors society), and clubs like The Vaudeville Club and Dance Team offer opportunities to perform, produce, and collaborate creatively. Whether you’re on stage or behind the scenes, there’s a place for you to shine.

Two UMF students sit outside WUMF radio at a table to sponsor their club.
Two UMF students sit outside WUMF radio at a table to sponsor their club.

Leadership, Service & Student Voice

Make your mark on campus by joining organizations that shape student life and give back to the community. Groups like Student Senate, Residence Hall Association, and Association for Campus Entertainment (ACE) empower students to lead, plan events, and make decisions that impact UMF. If you’re interested in service, Rotaract Club connects students with volunteer opportunities. And for those who want to engage in political discourse, College Democrats, Republicans, and Independents provide spaces for discussion and activism.

UMF students play ultimate frisbee on Prescott field.
UMF students play ultimate frisbee on Prescott field.

Interest-Based, Outdoor & Gaming Communities

From outdoor adventures to niche hobbies, there’s something for everyone. Explore the outdoors with the Farmington Outing Club or Mountain Biking Club, or dive into niche interests with groups like the Magic the Gathering Club, Nightmare Club, and Stitch & Bitch Club. Into storytelling or strategy? Join the Tabletop Gaming Club, Writer’s Guild, or Film Club. Prefer a mix of fun and fitness? Try Ultimate Disc, Swim Club, or Men’s and Women’s Rugby. No matter your interest, you’ll find a welcoming community to connect with.

Student life is powered by you — with clubs for every passion and new ones always popping up, there’s a place for everyone to get involved!

Volunteer Opportunities

UMF students sponsor a variety of volunteer programs throughout the year to benefit the local and global communities. Examples of volunteer programs are: food drives, gardening at Rustic Roots Farm, outdoor projects at Titcomb Mountain, Kids Night Out program, STEM Educational Programs with the Maine Cooperative Extension Office, and more.
People smile in christmas hats for photo

Pajama Drive

Coordinated with Farmington Rotary and the Franklin County Children’s Task Force giving families new pajamas at Christmas time.
Person sits near car decorated for Halloween at trunk or treat event at UMF

Trunk-or-Treat

UMF student clubs & organizations offer a safe Trick-or-Treat event for local children
Two people hold poster and stand next to table.

UMF Rotaract Club

Coordinates on-campus American Red Cross Blood Drives

Connect with Us!

UMF Student Life
Olsen Student Center
umf.studentlife@maine.edu
207-778-7348
Connor Fahey
Connor Fahey

Coordinator of Student Involvement & Retention

About Connor
Gabbi Fultz
Gabbi Fultz

Area Director Student Life

About Gabbi
Kirsten Swan
Kirsten Swan

Director of Student Leadership & Service

About Kirsten
Yetunde Ajao
Yetunde Ajao

Asst Dir of Student Life

About Yetunde