Campus Life

Campus Life

Your Campus. Your Community. Your Experience.

At Rider University, campus life is more than what happens in the classroom. From unforgettable campus traditions and exciting events to student organizations, leadership opportunities, and meaningful connections, there's something for everyone. Discover your passions, build lasting friendships, and make your Rider experience uniquely yours.

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Your Rider Experience Starts Here

New student orientation 2022

Welcome to Rider: Your New Bronc Experience

Orientation introduces new students to life as a Rider Bronc. This fun-filled and informative event offers opportunities for you to get to know your classmates and prepare for a successful transition to college life.

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Housing and Dining

Your life outside the classroom is just as important as your life in it, so we make sure our housing options are comfortable and convenient, and our dining choices keep you fueled and satisfied.

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Campus Events & Traditions

When you’re part of our community, you’re nothing short of family. And just like any family, we’ve got a long, rich history filled with festivals, inside jokes and good times together.

Find Your Passion. Discover Your People.

For the Community Leader

Explore student organizations, develop leadership skills, and make your mark on campus.

Activities and Organizations

Your Well-Being Matters

Find the support and resources you need to stay healthy, balanced, and thriving.

Health and Wellness

Express Yourself Through the Arts

Discover opportunities to create, perform, and experience the arts at Rider.

Arts and Culture

Find Your Greek Community

Build lifelong connections through brotherhood, sisterhood, service, and leadership.

Fraternities and Sororities

Find Your Competitive Spirit

Stay active, meet new people, and compete through intramural and club sports.

Intramural and Club Sports

Move, Play & Recharge

Explore fitness, recreation, and wellness opportunities at the Student Recreation Center.

Student Recreation Center

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Upcoming events

Scream Screen

Oct 23 - 6:00pm

Scream Screen

107.7 The Bronc’s Scream Screen returns to spread terror and amusement across campus.

Save the Date: Rider University Broncyard Bash Alumni & Family Day, October 24, 2026

Alumni and Family Day

Join us on October 24, 2026 for Alumni & Family Day!

Sweigart Hall

Oct 29 - 11:30am

Business in Action Market Fair

Support student-run small businesses at Rider’s Market Fair.

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Helpful resources

Division of Student Affairs

Dean of Students Office

Campus Life Office

Commuter Resources

Career Development & Success