Starting a New Club / Organization

Step #1: Fill out the New RSO Interest Form

Fill out the New RSO Interest form and share your club idea. In this form, you will also be asked to submit the names of your anticipated club moderator, initial club leaders, and initial members. Once we review the submitted materials, you will hear from one of Student Engagement's Graduate Assistants to schedule a consultation meeting.

Please note that during this time, OSE may deny your request based on similarity to other clubs, incomplete information, or issues regarding club design, purpose, or affiliation.

NOTE: If you are looking to start a club, you will need to submit this form prior to noon on Monday, September 23rd to be considered for the fall semester launch cycle.

Step #2: Consultation Meeting

You'll meet with one of our Graduate Assistants in the Office of Student Engagement to discuss your group goals, future plans, and registration requirements. Think of this meeting as an interview for your club - please come prepared to discuss your vision and plans for the club.

Step #3: Additional Paperwork

Shortly after your consult meeting, you will hear from the Program Coordinator in Student Engagement regarding next steps. Should your club move forward to the next step of the process, you will need to complete the following:

1. Have your moderator (a full-time staff, faculty, or administrator) complete the moderator verification form. This form tells us your moderator commits to the role and agrees to the expectations laid out for successful club moderation.
2. Compile your Club's Constitution, a guiding document meant to guide decision making and house the club's mission statement, using a template we provide.

NOTE: the links for each will be shared in the email you receive from the Program Coordinator in Student Engagement. Please complete these items promptly.

Step #4: Launch Meeting & Registration on The Bridge

Sending the completed Club Constitution to the Program Coordinator in Student Engagement will prompt the scheduling of the club launch meeting. In this meeting, we will review the constitution and next steps for officers and members. We'll also complete registration and setup on The Bridge.

Please come to this meeting prepared with officer and member names, your club mission, and other pertinent club information handy.