New Org Application Process
Recognition Process for Registered Student Organizations
The Center for Student Engagement is responsible for the recognition of undergraduate student organizations. There are two types of Recognized Student Organizations at Loyola University Chicago: Registered or Sponsored.
Applications for both types of organizations are processed through the Center for Student Engagement. This page is for Registered Student Organizations only. For Sponsored Student Organizations, please reference the "Sponsored Student Organizations" tab on the left side taskbar.
Registered Student Organizations
A Registered Student Organizations, or RSO, are formally recognized by the University and are originated out of student interest – they are not directly connected or supported by a University department. RSOs are formed by currently enrolled students sharing a common goal or interest and have properly completed the requirements on time and agree to adhere to guidelines established by the University.
Please refer the Student Handbook for the privileges, expectations and requirements of an RSO.
Applications for RSOs are open at the beginning of each academic year. Follow CAN on IG @CAN_LUC to receive updates.
Elements for an application include but not limited to:
- Name and email addresses of 5 LUC undergraduate students
- All officers must be in good standing with the University to serve in position. Conduct checks will be conducted for organizations who are approved.
- Name and email address of LUC faculty/staff advisor
- Organization email address
- Organizations will NOT be given a LUC.edu email address
- RSO Constitution
- Proposed summary of events
- Organization Logo
Application Process
Step 1
Registered Student Organization Application Information
All LUC students who are interested in starting a new student organization must complete this form prior to the New Student Organization deadline to be reviewed by CAN during the semester of submission. After the submission of this application, you will be notified of the necessary next steps to complete the registration process for new student organizations. This form will serve as supplemental information for the review committee in reviewing your application.
Only one application per organization is required.
Application Form
For further details regarding the new Registered Student Organization review process, please see our application form found here. For questions, please email MacKenzie Rotherham at mrotherham@luc.edu
Fall 2021 | |
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Process Steps | Deadline |
Application Opens | August 18th, 2021 |
Application Closes | September 8th, 2021 |
Review Application | September 9th - 19th, 2021 |
Student Panel and Interviews | September 20th, 2021 |
Decisions shared | September 27th, 2021 |
Appeals due | October 4th, 2021 |
Spring 2022 | |
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Process Steps | Deadline |
Application Opens | January 12th, 2022 |
Application Closes | January 26th, 2022 |
Review Application | January 26th - February 3rd, 2022 |
Student Panel and Interviews | February 4th, 2022 |
Decisions shared | February 11th, 2022 |
Appeals due | February 18th, 2022 |
Step 2
Application Process
- Log-on to LUCommunity, through Luc.edu/lucommunity
- Select the "Student Activities & Greek Affairs" portal
- Click on the "Forms" tab
- Complete the "New Registered Student Organization (RSO) Application Form"
Step 3
After applications have been submitted, organizations may be invited to participate in a Panel hearing. The review panel will consist of a SAGA staff member and student representatives from CAN (Campus Activities Network). The prospective members of any new student organization will need to attend a review session. Prospective members will be asked questions by the review panel before the final determination is made.
Types of questions the panel will be asking include:
- What is your organization offering the community that is unique?
- How does your organization relate to the mission of SAGA and the University?
- Share one objective/goal for your organization for this semester and how would you determine if you were successful
- Describe the role of the advisor in your organization
- Describe your familiarity with the RSO Student Organization Handbook
This list is not exhaustive and additional questions may be asked.
Step 4
After meeting with the review panel, a recommendation will be made to the Assitant Director of Registered Student Orgnaizations regarding the status of your organization. If approved, your organization will be required to attend a mandatory New Student Organization Orientation before being eligible for all the benefits of being a Registered Student Organization. Details about the orientation will be distributed with your approval materials.
Organizations who are denied will have one calendar week from the decision date, to appeal the process. If your application is unsuccessful, your organization must wait one calendar year before re-applying.
Below are a list of reasons why your organization's application may be denied:
- Duplicity
- High levels of risk or liability associated with the activities
- Organization's mission and objectives conflict with RSO Student Organization Handbook, Community Standards, or University Policies
- Organization is linked with a for-profit business or organization
- Organization's mission and objectivities is dependent on working with minors
- Organization's mission requires access to equipment or facilities that SAGA and Loyola are unable to provide
This list is not exhaustive. Additional rationale maybe offered at the discretion of the Assistant Director of Student Activities & Greek Affairs.
Recognition Process for Registered Student Organizations
The Center for Student Engagement is responsible for the recognition of undergraduate student organizations. There are two types of Recognized Student Organizations at Loyola University Chicago: Registered or Sponsored.
Applications for both types of organizations are processed through the Center for Student Engagement. This page is for Registered Student Organizations only. For Sponsored Student Organizations, please reference the "Sponsored Student Organizations" tab on the left side taskbar.
Registered Student Organizations
A Registered Student Organizations, or RSO, are formally recognized by the University and are originated out of student interest – they are not directly connected or supported by a University department. RSOs are formed by currently enrolled students sharing a common goal or interest and have properly completed the requirements on time and agree to adhere to guidelines established by the University.
Please refer the Student Handbook for the privileges, expectations and requirements of an RSO.
Applications for RSOs are open at the beginning of each academic year. Follow CAN on IG @CAN_LUC to receive updates.
Elements for an application include but not limited to:
- Name and email addresses of 5 LUC undergraduate students
- All officers must be in good standing with the University to serve in position. Conduct checks will be conducted for organizations who are approved.
- Name and email address of LUC faculty/staff advisor
- Organization email address
- Organizations will NOT be given a LUC.edu email address
- RSO Constitution
- Proposed summary of events
- Organization Logo
New Organization Application Timeline
The new RSO Application portal will be open from 1/17/23 to 2/6/23. You can find the application on LUCommunity under "Organizations." Please email us at can@luc.edu if you have any questions regarding this process.