Welcome to UAT, where your side quests are the main event. At UAT you won’t just find clubs, you'll find special interest groups, hands-on student organizations, and creative tech extracurriculars. These are tribes of coders, creatives, makers, and melee warriors pushing the boundaries of what student life can be. Whether you're into esports tournaments with real prizes, late-night foam-blaster battles, fencing duels, live newscasts, or hacking together Hot Wheels-sized elevators in your dorm, UAT doesn’t ask you to fit in. It hands you a controller—or a sword—and tells you to build your world.
You like games? So does everyone here. That’s why UAT’s Esports Club doesn’t just exist—it dominates. With weekly Open Gym sessions, full-on tournaments, and competitive teams for Valorant and Overwatch, this student-run powerhouse lets you flex your digital dominance.
Want to start your own Esports team at a hands-on tech university? At UAT, it takes passion, three teammates, and a single message on Discord. Even online students can join the action thanks to the clubs inclusive structure.
Bonus XP:
Friday gaming from 1:30–3:30PM
Game-specific coaching and scrims
Club jerseys and exclusive perks for active members
Part journalism lab, part production studio, Newscast Club is UAT’s student-run media team—your launchpad into journalism, video editing, and creative communications in tech culture.
What They Cover:
UAT registration + workshop updates
Phoenix/Tempe culture & community stories
Student-led club highlights (eSports, tournaments, events)
Dreaming of AAA titles or indie game stardom? UAT’s IGDA Student Chapter is one of the top career-building student activities on campus. Affiliated with the International Game Developers Association, the chapter hosts exclusive Q&As (like Saints Row’s Tommy Leeds), software skill workshops (Git, Blender), and semesterly game jams with real-world prizes.
Power-Ups:
Career-focused workshops not covered in class
Jam themes like “Whiskers” that spark serious creativity
Awards judged by gamers and non-gamers alike
Imagine a Friday night where 30 students show up to the UAT Theater… to obliterate each other with foam blasters. From zombie mode to medieval melee to ‘one in the chamber,’ this hands-on college club delivers pure adrenaline for tech students—no pressure, just foam warfare (with safety protocols, of course).
Load-out Includes:
Pistols, rifles, shields, swords, and a single bow
Custom game modes inspired by Call of Duty and Mafia
Optional campus-wide battles when the weather's right
3D printers? Laser cutters? CNC machines? Yes, yes, and yes. Workshop Club is where STEM turns into stuff. From model elevators for Carvana to custom derby cars, this student-run makerspace takes on both passion projects and paid commissions.
Projects So Far:
VEX robot carts
Custom-built games
Hot Wheels–style engineering challenges
Tech can be intense. Gardening Club is the breath of fresh air—literally. Members grow food, learn about sustainable landscaping, and are looking to expand with permaculture and expert-led workshops.
What They’re Growing:
Real vegetables
Real community
Real chill
Born from UAT’s swordplay class, Fight Club is all about fencing—but may soon branch into historical martial arts like HEMA. Duels, drills, and adrenaline await.
Weapons of Choice:
Épée, foil, sabre
Armor included
Requests for more foam-based sparring in progress…
At UAT, clubs aren’t just extracurriculars. They’re launchpads. You don’t just gain friends, you build your portfolio, develop leadership skills, and connect with real industry talent.
Whether you’re editing news in front of a green screen, commanding a Nerf army, or running a game jam judged by developers, you’re not just a student—you’re a creator.
While UAT clubs are exclusive to current students, your journey into creative tech student life starts now—with esports, engineering builds, and student-run newsrooms waiting.
🔍 Start with Geek 411, our student life publication.
📅 Book a campus tour and see the tech-powered magic in action.
Your future squad is already here, whether its in the game lab, the newsroom, or chilling in the quad with the campus cat-scot. Time to find your people.
What kinds of student clubs are offered at UAT?
UAT offers everything from esports and game development to fencing, Nerf battles, and even gardening. Whether you're into tech, media, or melee, there's a club for you.
Can online students join clubs at UAT?
Yes! Many clubs—especially esports and game dev-related groups—include online students via Discord, livestreams, and virtual collaboration tools.
Are UAT clubs just for fun, or do they help with careers?
Both. Clubs like IGDA and Newscast help build your portfolio, leadership skills, and industry connections while you do what you love.
How do I join a club at UAT?
Just show up—or reach out on Discord. Most clubs are open-door, with no formal requirements to join.
Do clubs cost money to join?
No, there’s no cost to join clubs—unless they’re hosting an off-campus event or special activity. Many even offer gear, snacks, or member perks.