Looking Past the Surface

Fairs for student group recruitment like SPLASH, in the fall, and Break the Ice, in the spring, are an opportunity for students to get to know the hundreds of clubs available to them at the university. However, it is almost impossible to gather information on all of them; many clubs that are not well known on campus can be overlooked. Here’s a peek into some of the unique clubs that Boston University has to offer that you might’ve never known existed.

Board Games Club

Family game nights are some of the best pastimes, beating your sibling(s) or best friends at a game of Sorry! or Monopoly. Since everything became digital, board games aren’t played as much as they used to be, but this BU club is keeping the spirit alive. This recreational club holds weekly meetings for members to gather together and battle each other in various board and card games. If you want to be a pawn in their next game, follow their Facebook page to find out more about the club and their next board game session.

Beekepers Club

The BU Beekeepers Club started back in 2010 and was created in hopes of debunking the idea that bees are aggressive creatures. As a plus, they also help sustain bees’ existence. The club cares for their own hives of bees on BU’s campus and teaches students about how bees can be helpful to our environment. If you’re buzzed about the club’s mission you can contact them through their Facebook page or email bu.beekeeping@ gmail.com.

Quidditch Team

Quidditch is the official sport of the Harry Potter fantasy world, but BU students are bringing it to life. The team was founded in 2008 and went to the Quidditch World Cup in 2011. Trying to put a ball through a hoop all while maintaining balance on a broom and fighting off the opposing team can be a difficult feat, but if you’re willing then pick up a broom and join the team by contacting bostonuquidditch@ gmail.com.

By Ariana Quihuiz | Illustrations by Jillian Apatow | Design by Deanna Klima-Rajchel