General Information for Recognized Student Organizations
What Does it Mean to be a Recognized Student Organization (RSO)?
A Recognized Student Organization (RSO) is defined as a student led club or group that is registered through The Office of Student Activities at Temple University. For a quick review of all things organization related, please check out the 2023 RSO Handbook!
What are the minimum requirements for being a Recognized Student Organization?
RSO's must meet the following minimum requirements to continue to be an active group at Temple University:
- Complete the Re-Registration Process annually during March/April
- Have four members of the officer board complete the “Student Organization Administration Course” before the start of the Fall Semester.
- Must have the following officer positions filled:
- President
- Vice President
- Treasurer
- Secretary
- An updated constitution that includes the sections described in our “How to Write a Constitution” guide.
- A full-time faculty/staff member to serve as the organization’s Advisor.
- Have at least 10 Active Members.
What is Re-Registration proccess?
Re-registration is a mandatory requirement for all recognized student organizations at Temple University. This process typically takes place during March & April.
Any group of students that meets regularly, elects officers, collects dues, or produces/sponsors a program, or functions in other ways consistent with the functions of an organization, is required to seek official approval through the re-registration process. Registration is a means by which student organizations may receive standard privileges grants when certain minimum requirements are met.
What is the Student Organization Administration Course?
The "Student Organization Administration Course" is a series of modules that train student organization officers on how to administratively function on Temple University's campus. The following officers are responsible for completing the course:
- President
- Vice President
- Treasurer
- Secretary
- ***STARS Coordinator***
- Only required if your organization has this position.
To request access to the Student Organization Administration Course, please fill out this form to access your specific officer course: {link to be added Summer 2023}
Student Organizations have to complete the course with 90% or higher.