This study investigates the factors that influence the use of English in everyday interactions among English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students, especially in the campus environment. This study aims to answer the following questions: 1) What are the factors that motivate students to use English in their everyday interactions, especially on campus? 2) What are the factors that demotivate students to use English in their everyday interactions, especially on campus? 3) What are the challenges faced by English Department students when using English in campus-related activities?.A mixed-method approach was used in this study, utilizing interviews and questionnaires to collect data from EFL students. Participants were selected from the English Department at UIN Ar-Raniry. Qualitative data were collected through semi-structured interviews, which provided in-depth insights into students' personal experiences and perceptions. Quantitative data were collected through a Google form questionnaire to obtain broader patterns and generalizable trends regarding English use on campus. The findings of this study reveal various motivating, demotivating factors and challenges experienced by EFL students when using English on campus.