Your time at Mohawk College is about more than just academics. Your experience will be a journey of growth and discovery where you’ll gain not only knowledge and skills but also learn about yourself and develop relationships that can last a lifetime.
Your health, social well being and enjoyment of your environment are all key factors that can determine how well you perform in school, and how much you enjoy your college experience. At Mohawk College and in Hamilton, there are plenty of activities to discover and areas to explore which will keep you and your friends busy during your time as a student.
Get to know Mohawk and stay connected
Whether you’re curious about our range of academic programs, or eager to learn more about campus life, we have the resources available to learn all that Mohawk has to offer. Join our mailing list to receive college and program updates, upcoming events and stories about our students!
Explore life at Mohawk
Student Life
Discovering everything that life as a student has to offer you starts right here on campus!
Build your leadership skills and make connections through fun volunteer opportunities and student-focused events with Student Life.
Athletics and Recreation
Do you love sports? Become a Mohawk Mountaineer and participate in varsity and recreational opportunities! The Department of Athletics and Recreation offers two state-of-the-art facilities to support your athletics, wellness, and recreation needs.
Keep yourself fit and in shape between matches by visiting the DBARC gym located at the Fennell Campus, available to all students.
Mohawk Student Association (MSA)
Getting involved with your community is a fantastic way to make the most of your time as a student. If you want to go a step beyond volunteering through Student Life, consider getting involved with the Mohawk Student Association!
MSA is led by current students through an elected Student Board of Directors, and they act as the student's voice on campus They create a community where you can engage in fun events, find support, and take advantage of resources such as health and dental insurance.
Social Inc
Social Inc. is located at all three campuses, providing a safe, respectful and positive space for all students. With the support of many student volunteers, they host facilitates events and support for students.
Explore life beyond Mohawk!
Hamilton has a unique urban feel, a vibrant arts scene, and a bustling downtown. The city has many unique trails to discover and as the waterfalls capital of the world, there’s always a new adventure waiting for you.
Hamilton’s art scene is a hidden gem waiting to be unearthed. You and your friends can unwind at all the arts and music festivals that happening all year round! From Supercrawl to small local events.
If you love food, your taste buds will be watering over the range of diverse and creative foods found in the many restaurants across the city. From exquisite culinary delights to any international dish you can imagine, you'll never be more than a few steps away from vibrant neighbourhoods with cafes, restaurants, grocery stores and so much more.
Located in the heart of Southern Ontario, Hamilton is a short drive from Toronto and Niagara Falls.
You'll never be more than a few steps away from vibrant neighbourhoods with cafes, grocery stores and so much more.
Student stories and helpful resources
How to make friends in college
One of the best things about college is all the opportunities it gives you and the people you can meet. To make the most of your time at school and start forming these friendships, we have some tips on how you start making new friends.
Jaffar's journey: Forging lifelong connections
Although it's easy to focus solely on academics, Jaffar knew that college isn't just about your classes. It's also about socializing, building new relationships and getting involved with student life.
Have questions? We're here to help!
Attend an online information session
Our Education Advisors host regular one-hour Online College Information sessions every month. Each online event includes a Q&A session and an overview of our programs. This is a great introduction to everything Mohawk has to offer.
Explore your options with an advisor
Our Outreach and Education Advisors are ready to assist you with:
- Identify programs that fit your interests and goals
- Discuss career opportunities
- Get assistance applying online through OCAS
Take a campus tour
Book an in-person tour of Mohawk's Fennell or Stoney Creek campus and come see why over 11,000 students choose Mohawk College every year! We'll have one of our student ambassadors show you around campus so you can discover Mohawk for yourself.
