Student Organization Guide

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Lead Your Organization with Ease!

Whether you are an experienced student leader or just starting your student leadership journey, we have plenty of resources to help you. With your impact, you're making student life more positive and memorable for everyone.

Below, you'll find plenty of information about starting an organization, planning an event, and more.

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Start a Student Organization

Do you want to start a new student organization on our campus? We've listed the simple steps here.

Learn more about Starting an Organization

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How to Plan an Event

From creating your CONNECT event to reserving a space on campus, we've got the directions and tips to help.

Learn more about Planning Events

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Money Matters

Learn how to apply for student organization funding and use your funds to make the events you dream of.

Learn more about Organizations Finances

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Officers and Advisors

Whether you are transitioning officers or welcoming a new advisor, we have the information to help everyone feel ready to lead your student organization.

Learn about Officer Transitions

View Advisor Resources

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Involvement Center Services

The Involvement Center is always available to help you and your student organization make your big plans happen. We offer plenty of different services and tools to help you throughout the year.

See the Involvement Center Services

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Student Organization News

Find the collection of recent Loop Emails and other announcements to stay updated with the news on campus

See the Student News Email Archives

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Organization Re-registration

Student Organizations need to re-register every year to maintain active status. This includes the re-registration form and attending Leadership Summit.

Register for Leadership Summit

Learn more about the re-registration process

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Code of Conduct

SSA sets the standards and rules for all organizations on our campus. Make sure to stay up-to-date with these rules as you lead your organization

Learn more about the Student Org Code of Conduct