How to Start a Student Organization

Step One: Do your research

Check out Bobcat Connect to ensure a similar organization is not already in existence.

Step Two: Recruit the officer team

You are required to have a president, vice president, treasurer, and a faculty/staff advisor.

Step Three: Write your constitution

Organizations are required to have a constitution. Check out Bobcat Connect for a sample constitution that can be downloaded and edited.

Step Four: Submit an application

Through Bobcat Connect, go to the 'Organizations' tab and click 'Register an Organization.' Complete the application and submit.

Step Five: Attend a training for new organizations

Once approved, the Campus Involvement Center will reach out to your organization officers to set up a new organization training.

Questions? Email the Campus Involvement Center at involvement@ohio.edu

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