Student Life
We Make the Noise
Put on your headphones to experience the sounds of Kenyon, as students crunch, write, sketch, sing, converse, play and splash through a typical day on campus.
An Epic Education
Author John Green ’00 urges us to see ourselves as “collaborators in a massive, sprawling human epic.”
The Kokes
Kenyon's oldest acapella group takes the stage.
A Head Start
KEEP scholars get a head start on their college careers while enjoying the fellowship of a diverse, motivated group of friends.
Painting the Wall
Kenyon students, faculty and staff come together for Fall Fest and Paint-the-Wall Day.
Beneath the Beach: Networking it Out
Watch season three of
Beneath the Beech: Episode One
Stop by Kenyon's upside-down beech tree and hang out with intrepid reporter Chace Beech '16.
Unity House
Student managers discuss the happenings and mission of Unity House, a safe space for LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff and a welcoming place for the whole Kenyon community.
Athletes For Equality
Athletes for Equality is a student organization that works to promote acceptance for LGBTQ athletes.
The Kenyon Farm
Aaron Naves '16 and Eli Redfern '16 discuss working and living on the Kenyon Farm.
Kenyon College Chamber Singers
Maya Artis '13 reflects on her experiences with the Chamber Singers.
John Green on Student Life
Alumnus John Green '00 talks about life outside the classroom.
Diversity & Respect in Athletics
Kenyon students and staff tackle issues of identity and inclusion in a collegiate athletic environment.Student life at Kenyon is made of, made for, and made by our remarkable community of students.
The College plays a supporting role, providing resources, facilities and expertise. The rest comes from student energy and inspiration. It's a little bit like jazz: organized but also improvised. From the linguistics club to six a cappella singing groups to a 4 a.m. romp in the snow, there's endless activity here. It all adds up to an energetic community where you can have fun, discover new interests and make lasting friendships.
Student life happens everywhere: in the residence halls, at the Village Inn, in the Horn. Kenyon values diversity, and not just in people. There are clubs devoted to just about any interest you can imagine and Kenyon students are always imagining more. Popular campus spots include the spectacular Kenyon Athletic Center and Peirce dining hall, with its Gothic aesthetics and modern amenities. The campus bustle spills into the Village of Gambier; or you can go off campus, taking in the cultural offerings of Columbus.
In the end, you'll make your own path. We can't tell you what your extracurricular life will be like, but we can promise you one thing: you'll be challenged, you'll be supported, and you won't get bored.