| Academic/Professional | groups that provide an opportunity to discuss and share information related to a specific academic discipline and/or career. |
| Fraternities and Sororities | these are fraternal organizations registered by the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life. |
| Honor Society | groups that recognize superior academic achievement and leadership qualities and are usually based on professions and/or academic programs. |
| International/Multicultural | groups that provide an opportunity to increase campus understanding of a specific nation and/or culture (s), provide students with an avenue to explore and celebrate their own cultural heritage and provide programs and services designed to support students of various cultural heritages at the University. |
| Media/Publication | groups that provide opportunities for members to gain hands on experience through various means, including TV, radio, and print. |
| Music/Performing Arts | groups that provide opportunities for involvement and exposure to the performing arts (music, dance, theater). |
| Philanthropic | groups that seek to raise funds and/or support for a particular charity or cause. |
| Political | groups that provide a forum of support and debate involving political parties, political issues and/or candidates seeking office. |
| Religious/Spiritual | groups representing diverse faith communities and belief systems who observe and follow religious and/or spiritual practices and traditions. These groups offer fellowship and outreach through a variety of programs, activities and services as well as provide resources and support for students seeking spiritual wellness. |
| Residence Hall Interest House | residence Life sponsored groups that provide a supportive residential environment that will strengthen students' overall collegiate experience related to special and/or academic interests. |
| Service | groups that function mainly to provide service to the campus and/or community and surrounding areas. |
| Special Interest | groups that provide communities for students to discuss and share information about specific topics and common interests not covered in any other category. |
| Sport/Physical Activity | groups that provide opportunities for participation in recreational and/or competitive sports teams. |
| Student Governance | groups that serve as student governments/councils in various colleges, schools, departments and residence areas. |
| University Affiliate | groups that are created and supported by the University, such as University Park Allocation Committee, Lion Ambassadors, Distinguished Speaker Series. |
