RSO Resources

Leading and advising a student organization can be as simple or as complex as the organization itself. The Department of Student Affairs provides Recognized Student Organization officers, advisors, and members a variety of resources to help them be successful. For a personal consultation, contact the Student Engagement Coordinator at (850) 770-2195 to discuss your organization’s needs.

 

Handbooks & Guides  
RSO Handbook
Handbook for all recognized student organizations to maintain good standing with the Department of Student Affairs and the University.		 Open PDF
Student Organization Conduct Code
Outlines the University’s behavioral standards for student organizations along with the policies and procedures for upholding these standards.		 Open PDF
Event Guide
Guide for student organizations as they plan events, both on- and off-campus.		 Open PDF
Finance Guide
Guide for student organizations as they manage finances, request funding, and host fundraisers.

Coming Soon
Travel Guide
Guide for student organizations as they plan travel for conferences, tournaments, events, and trainings.		 Coming Soon

 

Frequently Used Forms  

Event Request
RSOs must complete an event request form for any on- or off-campus event hosted by the organization.

Must be completed at least 15 business days in advance of event date.

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Event Waiver
For events that involve physical activity and/or high risk, all participants are required to complete a waiver of liability.

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Purchase Request
RSOs who have received funding from the Student Government Council (SGC) or Student Activities Board Alliance (SABA) must complete a purchase request to utilize awarded funds.

Must be completed at least 10 business days in advance of date items are needed.

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Group Traveler Agreement
 

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Travel Request
All RSOs who will be traveling as an organization must complete the travel request form at least 20 days in advance of leave date.

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Group Travel Roster
 

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Recognition Forms & Documents  
Recognition Application

All new organizations and organizations apply for re-recognition each fall semester must complete this form.

Only RSO Officers may submit this application.

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Officer Agreement

Member Agreement

All RSO members must complete and sign the member agreement each year.

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Advisor Agreement
ll RSO advisors must complete and sign the advisor agreement each year.

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Constitution Guide
A guide to writing an RSO constitution, including required sections and statements.		 Download
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Officer Change Form
If there is a change in officers (adding and/or removing) after approval for the recognition period, this form must be completed to maintain accurate records.		 Download Form
Advisor Change Form
If there is a change in advisor (adding and/or removing) after approval for the recognition period, this form must be completed to maintain accurate records.		 Download Form
New Member Form
If new members join the organization after approval for the recognition period, this form must be completed to maintain accurate records.		 Download Form

 

Sports Clubs  
Participation Waiver
All sport club members must sign a participation waiver each year.		 Download Form
Visiting Team Informed Consent
Participants from non-FSU PC sport clubs must sign an informed consent prior to participation in any FSU-sponsored sport club event.		 Download Form