The Department of Student Affairs complements the academic program of studies at Effat University and enhances the overall educational experience of students through development, exposure and participation in diverse social, multi-cultural, intellectual, recreational, group development, leadership and community service programs.

Traditionally providing outlets for self-enhancement and exploration, the Student Affairs department is a support entity for students in a growth process. It continues to offer the best possible personal, programmatic, and organizational responsiveness to student life. Reflective of the campus encouragement to enhance ideas and values, Student Affairs encourages students to become involved in social, cultural, and educational programs, and continues to provide those programs which support the belief that a college education is a life expanding development process.

Societies
As a member of a society, the student will have the opportunity to develop new skills, learn to work as part of a team, meet new friends, plan for events, manage a budget, recruit volunteers and become an effective leader.

Benefits of Involvement in Societies
Students are benefited enormously by their active involvement in the Societies offered by the Effat University. Some of these benefits are:

1. Developing leadership skills
2. Developing communication and team building skills
3. A positive use of energy and having a good time
4. Gives the students an opportunity to enhance planning, organizational and decision making skills
5. Development of personal values
6. Offers a practical channel for application of creative thinking
7. Offers an opportunity to share and exchange different cultures
8. Offers an opportunity for development of interpersonal skills
9. Encourages self-initiative, independence, discipline, and taking responsibility
10. Provides experiences that can be used to develop your resume

Clubs and Societies Offered
Club is an association of members united by a common interest or goal. It exists for voluntary or charitable activities; there are clubs devoted to hobbies, sports, social activities, religious, and so forth. There are two major types of clubs:

1. Service Club: a type of volunteering where members meet regularly for social outings and to perform charitable works either by direct hands-on efforts or by raising money for other organizations.
2. Hobby Clubs: Hobbies are practiced for interest and enjoyment, rather than financial reward. Engaging in a hobby can lead to acquiring substantial skill, knowledge, and experience. However, personal fulfillment is the aim.

• Active Youth Club
  The Active youth club is all about being an active member of the society.
  
• Art Club
  The Art Club primary purpose is to promote the fine arts in the fields of painting, drawing and sculpture referred to as traditional and representational art.
  
• At’aa Club
  The purpose of this club is to discuss charity ideas, share good projects to help, make a wish-list for things we wish we could donate money/stuff to. Anything really with the general aim of helping worthy causes.
  
• Book Club
  A book club, a reading group, is a collection of readers who participate in the regular discussion of books. Traditionally, a book club consists of several members who meet in person each month to talk about a specific work.
  
• Computer Club
  The Computer Club provides a creative and safe learning environment where students work together to explore their own ideas, develop skills, and build confidence in themselves through the use of technology.
  
• Fashion Club
  The Fashion Club was created especially to address the interest of students who are passionate about Design--whether it be Fashion, Interiors, Graphics, or Visual Arts.
  
• Islamic Club
  The Islamic Club is an organization dedicated to the awareness of Islam and Islamic concerns. Some of the activities Islamic Club has sponsored in the past include informative presentations, celebrations of Islamic holidays, visiting speakers, interactive discussions, and trips to Islamic sites and conferences. Islamic Club is open to everyone.
  
• Journalism Club
  The purpose of the Journalism Club is to bring together students interested in journalism from all degree programs to discuss and research matters affecting our campus; become engaged in activities related to journalism while adhering to the core values of Effat University.
  
• L.E.A.D Club - Ladies with Emphasis on Achievement & Leadership
  The club works to promote leadership skills and development. Through hosting workshops and seminars, the club's goal is to foster an environment where students can develop, refine, and apply leadership skills such as effective communication, analytical and critical thinking skills, problem solving skills, confidence, and assertiveness; therefore promoting strong student leadership on Effat University campus and in their respective communities.
  
• Marketing Club
  The Marketing Club is a student-centered organization focused on building skills and knowledge of its members regarding the field of marketing and career opportunities within the field. The club is open to any Effat University student -not just certified marketing majors- who is interested in learning more about marketing field.
  
• Movie Club
  The Movie Club at Effat University shows —intentionally— the best of films and the worst of films. This club believes in the benefits of watching films with audiences unified in purpose: to enjoy and appreciate the fine art of cinema. Audience participation is encouraged, whether it be by sharpening wit on a 'bad' film, or by analyzing a 'good' film with friends. Bad Movie Night is strictly for funny or freshly weird movies. Good Movie Night is for a taste of the serious artistic merit in the film industry. Anyone who enjoys films—whether good or bad—is welcome to join.
  
• Photography Club
  As its name implies, Photography Club exists for the enjoyment and development of photography. Students of any major may join the photography club. The club, coordinates visiting speakers on photography topics and photography related trips.
  
• Sports Club
  All about sports and championships.