<p>Not sure where all the regulars are tonight, but I’ll try to answer to the best of my knowledge as a parent of 1 graduate of UM and 1 current UM sophomore.
First, there are things going on all over campus every night, not just weekends. From club events, dorm events (freshman experience 40 events in the first 40 days if they choose to get involved). There are frat/sorority events, campus carnival, Canes Night Live, religious group get togethers, house parties (off campus) musicals, plays, concerts, speakers, pep rallies, sporting events…the list goes on! My graduate did not even go to a club until his senior year and that was only to cross it off the bucket list…no need for him, as he had plenty to do around campus. Movie theatre is down the street and campus shuttles take you there on weekends…as well as other places. Also a movie theatre on campus…DD has been to a club or two, but also off campus shows, concerts, etc. Each student is different and their desire to stray from campus or stay nearby is a choice they make…I can tell you that boredom is not a word used about the UM campus…(except perhaps in the summer. I have no experience about this)
Events even in the wellness center, like laser tag, exercise classes, cooking classes, etc. There is always something to do, but some kids study, even on weekends, play board games, pool, sports on the field by the dorms, volleyball, etc. UM provides great opportunities for students that take advantage of them!</p>