What does IVC stand for?
'Inter Varsity Club', a rather old fashioned title that goes back many decades. The first IVC started in the forties as a social club for recent university graduates, hence the name. Glasgow IVC was founded in 1975.

Who's this club for?
Anyone who's interested in getting the most out of local activities. The club's constitution refers to 'professionals and those with similar tastes and interests'. Membership fluctuates annually between about 80 and 110 members with a diverse range of ages and professions.

Why would I want to join?
To get more out of Glasgow, make new friends...do things. People join for all sorts of reasons. Maybe you're new to town and want to meet like minded people or perhaps you're just sick of Saturday night TV. Joining IVC also gives you access to a diverse range of activities which you might not be able to organise yourself.

Is this a dating club?
No. We are an activities based club with a range of single people, couples and married members.

What is the age-range for members?
We cover a broad range of ages with the average somewhere between 30 and 50.

Are you a religious or political club?
No, in fact the club's constitution specifically rules out any such links.

Do I have to organise an event?
Although not compulsory we expect members to try and take an active part by organising at least one event in the year. We have a sliding scale reduction in membership fee for the following year depending on how many events you organise.

Organising an event could be something as simple as booking a meal at a restaurant or choosing a pub for a night out.

Who runs the club?
We have a committee that makes sure certain administrative things happen but it's not just up to them to organise events - that's up to all the members.

What are the costs?
The first two months are free, giving you a chance to see what the Club and events are like. After that the annual individual membership is £20. Couples can join at a discounted rate and if you join half way through the Club year there is a further discount. If you organise any events during the year, there is a sliding scale reduction in the following years membership fee.

We are a self run 'not for profit' club. Events are run by members for members so there are no additional costs beyond the cost of the membership and activities themselves.

What do subscriptions pay for?

• maintaining this website and email groups
• printing and mailing our monthly events newsletter 'The Grapevine' to members
• advertising the club in magazines such as 'The List' (a local events guide)
• subsidising official events and occasionally those which don't break even
• public liability insurance

Are there IVC clubs in other cities?
Yes, there are clubs in towns and cities across the UK, affiliated through AIVC, the Association of Inter-Varsity Clubs. In Scotland there are IVC's in Edinburgh and Dundee. You can find out about other IVC clubs through the AIVC website.

How can I get involved?
You can request more information, talk to our new members rep or turn up to our regular club nights - see contact us for more information.