Manchester University offers a wide variety of leadership and participation opportunities that encourage student decision-making, activity planning, and accountability in all areas of student activities, programming, and recreation.

The Office of Student Involvement, located on the first floor of the Chinworth Center, houses the offices of the director of student involvement and leadership development, the Student Senate, the Student Budget Board, and the Manchester Activities Council (MAC). The Office of Student Involvement is the clearinghouse for all student organizations and has numerous resources available to assist them in their development and growth.