Registered Student Organization Handbook

The MAXimize Initiatives

Programs and Resources for Registered Student Organizations. For more information about the MAXimize Initiatives, contact Aaron Haight at haighta@gvsu.edu. 
 
The goal of the MAXimize Initiatives is threefold:
  • To provide training and educations for registered student organizations,
  • To support and provide resources for registered student organizations, and
  • To recognize registered student organizations for their efforts and accomplishments.
Training and Education
  • SOC Monthly Programs – SOC consultants will be responsible for planning monthly programs in the SOC. Programs can be entertaining and fun, but will also provide information to students and organizations. 
MONTH
THEME
September
Getting information out about the year ahead.
October
Promoting your organization
November
Planning your events
December
Funding
January
Internal Communication
February
Connecting with faculty
March
Planning for next year
April
Officer Transition
 
  • Workshops on Demand – WOD are a great way for organizations to handpick topics specific to their organizational needs. Topic, time, and location are up to the group!
  • MAX IT OUT (Fall and Winter) – MIO is our main student organization orientation program. Resources, updates, and support are offered at this semesterly program.
  • New Advisor Orientation – An orientation program will be hosted every fall for new advisors. This program will outline responsibilities, but also offer support and resources. New advisors may also meet with OSL Staff throughout the year for support.
  • New Organization Roundtables – New Organization Roundtables will be hosted twice each semester with various staff. Discussion will include registration process, identifying advisors, and other support offerings.
  • Online Training for Advisors and Officers – All advisors and officers will be completing an online training program at the beginning of each semester via the registration and renewal process. 
  • The Office of Student Life will provide new advisors an opportunity to learn about their role at New Advisor Orientation as part of the MAXimize Initiatives. New Advisor Orientation will provide insight on responsibilities, offer resources, and provide a network of people to assist the advisor. 
    Advisors must complete an online officer training that will occur during the registration process via STUEY, the student organization administration system. 
Support and Resources
  • Campus Life Night – Annual program that showcases registered student organizations, campus resources, non profit agencies, and community businesses for students.
  • Satellite Campus Tables – Each semester we will highlight student organizations and support services to the satellite campuses. (replaces downtown fair)
  • The MAX – Weekly electronic newsletter that provides information and updates to all advisors and officers.
  • RSO Handbook – Information regarding policies, procedures, and resources. 
  • The SOC and SOC Consultants – The SOC and its staff provide resources and support to student organizations as well as students interested in getting involved.
  • Creation Station – Funded by Student Senate, the CS provides materials for student organizations.
  • CSLC – The CSLC provides information regarding service learning to student organizations.
  • SORB – the Student Organization Review Board reviews registration of all organizations as well as handles judicial matters and the awards for Recognition.
  • Student Organization Staff Assistant – This person coordinates the online process for registration of all student organizations. 
  • Student Life Fund – Allocated via Student Senate, the SLF provides financial resources for registered student organizations. 
  • OSL Technology Manager – This person provides support and training regarding the registration system, blackboard, email, and website development.
  • Event Planning Consulting – Every week a member of the team will be assigned to assist groups with event planning in the SOC.
Recognition
  • Annual Recognition Awards
  • SOC All Stars
  • Immediate Impact Awards
  • Advisor Recognition

Page last modified November 16, 2009