4 Interesting Clubs to Join at Capilano University

From the great outdoors to contemporary anime, here are some fun clubs at CapU!

Written by Jasper Chu, a current CapU student in our Bachelor of Communication Studies Degree program.

Capilano University is well known for being a supportive community that prepares its students for the future. Nowhere is that better embodied than in the clubs run by the Capilano Students' Union.

Whether you're interested in connecting over shared interests, providing peer support or developing professional connections, CapU will undoubtedly have a student club that piques your curiosity.

CSU Anime Club

In a friendly and enthusiastic environment, CSU Anime Club brings together anime and manga enthusiasts to enjoy and gab about their favourite franchises, characters, story arcs, or lore.

The club often organizes anime movie outings, conventions, and themed café visits, watch parties, karaoke nights, and social events for its members.

Interested in learning more? You can follow them on Instagram or X at @csuanime, email them at csuanimee@gmail.com, or visit their website, csuani.me.

Capilano Outdoor Club

Capilano Outdoor Club is a way for undergrads to enjoy the natural beauty of North Shore and Greater Vancouver and build new connections with the student community.

The club organizes outdoor activities for its members throughout the North Shore and Sea-to-Sky country, including camping, kayaking, rock climbing, and more.

If you want to learn more, follow them on Instagram @capilano_outdoorsclub or email them at capilanooutdoorclub@gmail.com.

Tourism and Outdoor Recreation Student Association

TRECSA has been a way for our Outdoor Recreation Management Diploma and Tourism Management students to build friendships and prepare for their future after graduation.

Specifically, TRECSA has worked to educate others about the importance of tourism locally and internationally, hosting outings for its members to have fun, be involved in the community, network, and build connections with the industry.

If you're interested in our Outdoor Recreation Management or Tourism Management programs and want to get a head start in your career alongside your courses, follow TRECSA on Instagram, email them at capu.trecsa@gmail.com, or visit the TRECSA website.

We're Psyched

We're Psyched, the official psychology club at CapU, provides a safe and inclusive environment where students can find support in navigating the rigours of post-secondary life.

The club works across departments to bring our student community together, offering peer support through meet-ups and workshops to help break down stigma and overcome issues related to mental health.

If you're considering attending CapU but are still overwhelmed about entering this new career chapter, We're Psyched might be for you. You can follow them on Instagram at We're PSYCHED!, or email them to learn more at zedolameyers@my.capilanou.ca.