Dear Student Leaders,
Thank you for registering your student organization for the 2023-24 academic year. As we embark on another school year, we wanted to share some key pieces of information to help set your student organization up for success.
Events
Please remember to submit all your student organization meetings and events (in-person as well as virtual) into the Group Portal. Eligibility for registration next year will depend on your organization’s activity level this year.
Funding Guidelines **NEW**
The Graduate & Professional Student Association (GPSA) approved the 2023-24 RCO Funding Guidelines which includes overall increases to all budgets, particularly in the food category. Funding is now available to all interprofessional and school-specific activities.
Community Outreach & Health Fairs
Student organizations that wish to participate in outreach and health education events must follow the Community Outreach & Health Fair approval process and submit necessary forms a minimum of three weeks in advance for all outreach and health fair events (virtually and in-person).
Purchasing Support
Student groups which apply for RCO Funding and are awarded funds may receive assistance in placing catering and supplies orders through BearBuy [video instructions]. As we know, there are times when reimbursements can take up to five weeks, and we do not wish for a student to carry that financial burden.
Student Organization Fair
Student organizations are invited to request a table at this year’s Student Organization Fair on Wednesday, October 11, from noon-1 p.m. in the Millberry Union Conference Center. The fair is a wonderful opportunity to meet and connect with potential new members for your organization.
Policies
Please take a moment to review the policies that apply to campus organizations on the Student Life website.
Resources
- Student Organization Orientation
- Building Community Online
- Student Organization Funding Guide
- RCO Funding Guidelines
- Group Portal Quick Start Guide
- RCO Risk & Liability
- RCO Minor Toolkit
- Active RCO List
- Current Event Guidance
Questions
If you have any questions regarding student organizations, campus policies, the registration process, or the Group Portal, please call or email Student Life.
* Please note, only officers of an organization are able to submit event and budget requests. If you are not an officer and need help, please reach out to Student Life.