The group will file its name, statement of purpose, constitution or statement regarding its method of operation, faculty/staff advisor (if applicable), and the names of its officers or contact persons with the Student Life Office. In cases where a potential faculty/staff advisor is unknown to the group, Student Affairs staff will assist in identifying a College faculty or staff member who may wish to serve as an advisor. Organizations are encouraged to have a faculty/staff advisor. For detailed information, please read Student Organization Information & Resources (pdf).

In some cases, groups will organize with some short-term (one which can be accomplished in less than one academic year) goal in mind such as the passage of some particular piece of legislation or the holding of some particular event. The organization's structure will expire on the date indicated on the registration form. Requests for extension of Temporary Status may be made to the Assistant Associate Dean for Campus Programs. For detailed information, please read Student Organization Information & Resources (pdf).