Are club websites and social media useful for judging student life?
Yes, to some extent. Club websites and social media can give clues about activities, meeting frequency, events, and the atmosphere among members. However, the information and opinions shown may be selective, and some pages may no longer be updated. Compare posts from several clubs and also use official information, information sessions or visits, and questions to current students. Since activities and participation conditions vary by university and club, check the latest details.
Key points
- They can help you understand activities, frequency, events, and members’ atmosphere.
- Check how current and representative the posts seem, and compare several clubs.
- Use information sessions, visits, and questions to students to supplement online information.
Things to check
- Websites and social media alone may not show the experience of all members or the club’s actual day-to-day activities.