Your next step is to attend a required New Student Organization Orientation. During this session, you'll learn about the registration process, expectations and responsibilities of student organizations, available campus resources, and tips for building a successful organization. It's also a great opportunity to ask questions and connect with Student Involvement staff.

See below for upcoming orientation dates, times, and locations

After attending orientation, it's time to put the pieces together. Develop your organization's foundation by:

• Writing your constitution
• Finding and confirming an advisor
• Finalizing your organization name, mission, and goals
• Defining and assigning officer roles and responsibilities
• Reviewing the Student Organization Handbook and related VCU policies shared in the orientation session

Once you have all your basic requirements met and are ready, submit the New Student Organization. Application access is provided to students who have attended the required New Student Organization Orientation.

NEW! All new student organizations will be required to attend a student organization leader training on October 16th (Reading Day). Each prospective new org must send at least one officer to attend. This 3 hour mini conference will provide you with a strong leadership and organizational foundation for being a successful member of the VCU student org community. More details will be provided at orientation sessions.

Our staff will review your applications as they are submitted. We'll reach out if we have any questions or need additional information. Once your application is approved and your attendance at both the orientation and student org leadership training has been confirmed, you'll receive notification that your organization has been approved and your RamsConnect group page has been created.

As a follow up to approval you'll bring your organization to life in RamsConnect. Log in to:

• Add your members and officers
• Upload your constitution and mission statement
• Share contact information, social media accounts, and other information that will help students connect with your organization
• Begin using the tools available to you including: creating events, newsletters, surveys, and other organization management options

You'll be provided with some additional resources that will get you started in accessing the resources available to student orgs including:  reserving space on campus, utilizing resources in The Underground, applying for SGA or GSA funding, and more.