Campus Life
When you're a student at Ashford®, you have a variety of social and recreational activities to choose from to enhance your student life. You'll be sure to find something that suits your interests and talents.
Athletics
Cheer on the Saints! You'll be proud to know that Ashford University is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and Midwest Collegiate Conference. Root for your classmates or compete with fellow student athletes in men's baseball, basketball, golf, soccer, track and cross country or women's basketball, golf, soccer, softball, track, cross country and volleyball. Show your spirit and help Champ, Ashford's St. Bernard mascot, boost pride. Click here for more information on the athletics programs.
Student Organizations
If your talent and passion lies beyond the playing field, you'll be glad to know that Ashford University has many clubs and organizations eager for your participation. Choose from many different opportunities within Student Government, The Clarion (campus newspaper), the Concert Choir, the Wind Ensemble, plays and musicals or the Campus Pals. You'll find service organizations, special interest groups, special event planning committees, support groups, honor societies, recreation clubs and beyond. Click here for more information on student clubs and organizations.
On-Campus Living
Your home away from home, Ashford's residence halls are known for their friendly, family-type atmosphere.
The major student residence, Durham Hall, features two-room suites with a private bath connecting the rooms.
The second residence hall, Regis Hall, is connected to St. Clare Hall, and can accommodate 100 students, all
in single rooms. You'll also have access to study and entertainment lounges and recreation areas. You'll get
to know your fellow resident students who can serve as a powerful support system as you go through school.
Complete your Residence Hall Room and Board Agreement to reserve your space and begin your campus living experience.
Be sure to review the Agreement Terms and Conditions as well.
Fill in the Residence Hall Room and Board Agreement through the interactive form, then print and sign the form and send all pages to:
Ashford University
Department of Residence Life
400 North Bluff Blvd.
Clinton, IA 52732
Click here for a list of items resident students bring to campus. You can also download the 2010-2011 Residence Life Housing Guidebook to get all of the details about living on campus.
Another aspect of living on campus is participating in school activities and having fun with your fellow Saints. See below for some ideas of what you can do on campus when you need some downtime.
- Attend SGA-sponsored events (Cosmic Bowling is a must!)
- Attend an Ashford University Athletics Event
- See a play put on by the Fine Arts Department
- Play a game of basketball in the St. Francis Gym
- Play a game of flag football or capture the flag on the soccer field
- Watch a movie
- Have a grill out
- Play board games with your friends
- Enjoy some coffee in Clare's Corner
Clinton, Iowa
Enjoy the peaceful and charming environment of Clinton, Iowa, the town that Ashford University calls home. From Ashford's location on a scenic bluff, you can take in the majestic Mississippi River below. You'll find that Ashford allows for a perfect small-town American experience, while just a three-hour drive away is Chicago, one of America's most exciting metro areas.
Click here for some unique aspects about Clinton and some ideas for things to do to enjoy the area.