Clubs & Groups
Where to start? There are so many ways to be involved at Innis: pick a club, group, or organization that speaks to your interests and/or goals.
While they’re all different in the areas they cover, they’re also identical in one important way: all offer a built-in community, a sense of belonging, and the perfect way to build friendships.
What are you interested in?
University is much more than academics; getting involved in campus life will benefit you both personally and in your future life and career. Join the club — there’s one (or two or three) waiting for you!
Interest-Based Clubs
Innis Art Club
The Innis Art Club is a space to get creative, whether you’re a seasoned artist or just want to try something new. Join fellow students to draw, paint, and share ideas in a relaxed and supportive environment at Innis. 🎨
Innis College Choir
Innis College Choir is for anyone who loves to sing! Whether you’ve been performing for years or are completely new to choir, join us and create music, perform at events, and share the joy of singing in harmony. Let’s make new friends through music. 🎵
Innis Garden Club
Innis Garden Club brings students together to learn about plants, grow fresh herbs and veggies, and make our shared space a little greener. No experience is needed! Just curiosity and a willingness to get your hands in the soil. Unwind and enjoy nature right here at Innis. 🌱
The Innis Herald
The Innis Herald is the college’s student-run newspaper, where you can share stories, opinions, creative writing, and art. Whether you love journalism, editing, or just want to try your hand at writing, The Herald is a great place to have your voice heard and build new skills. 📰
Innis Intramurals
Innis Intramurals are a fun way to stay active, make friends, and show off your college spirit. With teams in a variety of sports, there’s something for everyone — whether you’re competitive or just playing for fun. No matter your skill level, joining intramurals is all about teamwork, energy, and Innis pride! 💚
Cinema Studies Student Union (CINSSU)
Cinema Studies Student Union (CINSSU) is a hub for film lovers at U of T, hosting screenings, festivals, and social events. It’s a chance to connect with others who are passionate about cinema and be part of the community.
The Spectatorial
The Spectatorial is U of T’s only speculative-arts journal, created and published by students. If you’re into science fiction, fantasy, horror, or anything imaginative, this is the place to write, edit, and share your work. It’s a welcoming community for creative minds to explore new worlds together.
Affinity Groups
Black Student Network
Black Student Network brings together Black students at Innis to celebrate culture, foster connection, and support one another. It’s a space to share experiences, create community, and strengthen your voice on campus.
Out@Innis
Out@Innis is a welcoming space for 2SLGBTQ+ students and allies to connect, share experiences, and build community. Through events and conversations, it’s a supportive group where you can be yourself and find friends who celebrate diversity at Innis.
Governance Councils
Innis College Council (ICC)
Innis College Council (ICC) is where important decisions about academic, student, and college life and operations are made, and where our administration is advised and held accountable. In this group, students have parity voting membership alongside staff and faculty. With 20 student representatives, five of whom are guaranteed to be first-year students, ICC is a chance to make your voice count and shape your Innis experience (and others too!). Getting involved is a great way to meet people, share your ideas, and make a real impact.
Innis College Student Society (ICSS)
Innis College Student Society (ICSS) is at the heart of student activities, holding social events, supporting clubs, advocating for student interests, and keeping our community strong and vibrant.
It’s run by Innis students for Innis students. (Plus!) You’re already a member through your annual mandatory student membership fee.
Innis Residence Council (IRC)
Innis Residence Council (IRC) plans fun events and represents student voices in residence. It’s a great way to meet people, build community, and help make life in Innis Residence even better.
Our Innis Student Life team, within the Dean’s Office, coordinates leadership development opportunities to help students become more confident leaders. They host a pair of daylong workshops at the beginning and end of the academic year.
- Workshop Opportunity 1: Student Leader Day. For Innis students looking to gain, brush-up, or polish key leadership skills.
- Workshop Opportunity 2: Transition Day. For newly elected, appointed, volunteer, or hired student-leaders to meet and learn from current student leaders.
Email us at studentlife.innis@utoronto.ca for more info on Innis leadership workshops.
The Innis College Council (ICC)
The Innis College Council (ICC) is the governing body at Innis College — and it’s the only one at U of T that has equal representation of staff and students. All Innis students are welcome to run for a wide variety of positions and committees.
Find out more about the ICC.
The Innis College Student Society (ICSS)
The Innis College Student Society (ICSS) is an organization of elected and appointed members that represents the interests of all students at Innis College. A position on the ICSS means you could work on a number of portfolios, including Social; Equity and Outreach; Sustainability; Athletics; and Clubs and Merchandise. You could be hosting events, outings, and more! We’re all about community-building, activism, and fun!
Learn more about the ICSS.
The Innis Residence Council (IRC)
If you’re living in Innis Residence and want to make your space a better place, the Innis Residence Council (IRC) is a student-run body that organizes events and provides support to residence clubs and committees. Find out more about the Innis Residence Council.
Daina Zweig, the assistant dean of community wellness, and her team help students navigate and access wellness supports. Two volunteer opportunities invite Innis students to lend a hand in building a healthy, safe, and supportive college community.
Community Wellness Crew
For student leaders looking to create and collaborate on programs, events, and resources that support their peers’ wellness journeys. Members volunteer in one of five streams — community connections; food and wellness; media and wellness; pathways to allyship; and wellness for success — and attend regular crew meetings, while earning Co-Curricular Record recognition.
Student Wellness Advisory Group (SWAG)
For students who want to contribute directly to the conversation around health and wellbeing at Innis. SWAG members advise the College’s community wellness team in an effort to holistically support students. Applications to join SWAG open annually in August.
Email us at studentlife.innis@utoronto.ca for more info on Innis community wellness opportunities.
- I’m interested in a tonne of activities...
We’ve got what you’re interested in — Innis Athletics, Innis Art Club, the Black Student Network, the Innis College Choir, Innis Garden Club, Out@Innis, and open mic nights, among others. Contact us to find out more about specific Innis clubs.
And if you don’t see what interests you here, check out the Student Organization Portal, U of T’s mega-site that lists thousands of clubs, activities, groups, organizations, and opportunities across all three campuses.
Have questions about clubs or organizations?
The Innis Office of the Dean of Students can help answer your questions, or direct you to the right person. Email us!