Campus Life

Make the most of your university experience.

Campus life at MacEwan goes beyond the classroom. Catch a show, hit the gym, join a club, grab a bite or cheer on the Griffins. With events, music, theatre, recreation and SAMU activities happening year-round, you can make campus your own.

students on stage performing a theatre production

More than classes

There’s always something happening on campus.

Catch live music or theatre at Allard Hall, check out cool art at the John and Maggie Mitchell Art Gallery or grab MacEwan merch from the bookstore. 

Check out our full events listings to make sure you don’t miss a thing.

See what’s happening

students in studio doing yoga

Move. Sweat. Recharge.

MacEwan’s Sport and Wellness facilities welcome all fitness levels with features such as free weights, rowing machines, TRX straps, open floor space and accessible equipment.

Your student ID gives you access to the following:

  • Indoor pool, hot tub and steam room
  • 12,000 sq ft fitness centre
  • Spin, yoga and aerobic studios
  • Free drop-in fitness classes
  • Discounts on swim lessons and specialty classes
  • Fit Buddy program to help you get started

Move your way

students sitting at tables outside of MacEwan University during the summer

Fuel up

With over 15 food vendors on campus, you’ll find something to satisfy any craving, from coffee and pasta to sushi and sweets.

Food hubs in Building 6, the SAMU Building and Robbins Health Learning Centre make it easy to grab a bite wherever you are.

Grab a bite

women playing soccer for the Griffins

Griff nation

Our student-athletes excel in the classroom and on the field, court and ice.

We’re proud members of Canada West and U SPORTS, where our champions compete for titles in basketball, hockey, soccer and volleyball. MacEwan Griffins play and learn with heart, and all students are part of the Griffins community. Get a free ticket to any home game and cheer them on.

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National championships

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U SPORTS Academic All‑Canadians

exterior of SAMU building

SAMU

University life can be overwhelming, but the Students’ Association of MacEwan University (SAMU) has you covered.

SAMU is a student-led organization that supports your non-academic needs through events, services and programs to help you recharge, get involved and thrive.

Connect with SAMU