REGISTERED ORGANIZATIONS
A registered student organization is an organization that is officially recognized by Georgia State. These organizations completed the process to become registered as well as maintain their registered status through the annual re-registration process. All active registered student organizations can be found on the database Panther Involvement Network (PIN). This database allows student organizations to maintain a profile page, showcase events, manage memberships, store organization documents and more.
Registered student organizations receive benefits in order to assist in supporting and maintaining organizations and members. More information and guidelines on campus-specific benefits can be found on either the Atlanta Campus Policies or Perimeter College Policies page. Benefits of being a registered student organization include the following:
- Listed on the Panther Involvement Network (PIN)
- Reserve meeting rooms and event space
- Petition for student activity fee funding and other funding opportunities
- Promote or advertise the organization on campus
Advisors
This page provides clarification on responsibilities and best practices to be an effective advisor to a student organization. Though specific roles and responsibilities of an advisor will vary from group to group and from advisor to advisor there are a few general qualities. An advisor should be supportive, communicative, and present with the organization and the membership. As well as providing advice, insight, and guidance when necessary. Please note, in order to be eligible, an individual must at least be a part-time faculty or staff member on the campus that the student organization is registered on.
In return for advisor support, the advisor should expect to be consulted regularly by the officers concerning the plans for group activities or programs. The advisors should know what events are being planned and should offer ideas and suggestions freely, but not dominate the program planning process. If the advisor is not being consulted, the advisor should insist that the group do so respectfully. At the same time, the advisor should avoid becoming involved in clearing or approving every detail. For assistance in defining officer-advisor relationships, contact the office for advice and resource materials.
Benefits of Registration
- Listed on the Panther Involvement Network (PIN)
- Reserve meeting rooms and event space
- Petition for student activity fee funding and other funding opportunities
- Promote or advertise the organization on campus
Constitution and Bylaws
- Organization name
- Purpose of the organization
- Membership requirements
- Officer structure
- Officer duties
- Governance agreements (as worded in the sample constitution)
Mailboxes
The Student Organization office has mailboxes for registered student organizations available from Student Organization Services in 270 Student Center West.
Student Organization Mail
Students are able to send organization mail and packages to the office of Student Life. Organizations are responsible for going to the office to check if the mail has been received. The format and address are listed below.
Address:
Name of Organization
c/o Student Life
PO Box 3973
Atlanta, GA 30302-397
Student Organization Lockers
The Student Center is providing up to 30 free lockers for student organizations to rent free of charge each semester. The lockers are located on the 2nd floor of SC West. Student organizations interested in a locker must complete the rental form found on PIN.
Organizations Spaces
In addition to the meeting rooms available for reservation by registered student organizations, a resource is available opposite the Student Organizations Services counter in Student Center West, Suite 270, for members of registered student organizations to meet informally and collaborate with other groups.
This collaborative space is open during the semester Monday - Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Hours of operation are subject to change based on staffing circumstances and use data.
Click on the image below for a slide show of the spaces.
Organization Supplies
The Student Organization office offers a variety of materials for students and student organizations. The supplies listed below are available from Student Organization Services in 270 Student Center West.
Copies
Registered student organizations can make up to 50 colored copies per week to promote their organization or their events.
Die cutter
Registered student organizations may use a die cutter in the office to cut out letters, numbers and shapes for various displays. Construction paper is also provided. Available Dies: 1.25” letters; 2” letters; 2” Greek letters; 4” letter; 4” Greek letters; various shapes
Button maker
3” button-making supplies are available. Student Organizations will be supplied 25 buttons per semester. Organizations must print and bring the artwork for the button, but all other supplies are provided. Button makers must be used in the office.
Banner paper
3’ rolls of banner paper. Various colors are available.
Re-registration Overview
Steps to Re-register a student organization:
- Sign in on PIN
- Click the organizations
- Click on register an organization
- Search for the organization needing to be registered in the re-register existing box
- Click on the re-register button next to the organization name
- Complete and submit the form
Information collected in this re-registration includes:
- Updated advisor contact information
- Updated constitution/bylaws
- Updated membership roster
Resource Library
The Student Organization office has a library of resources available from Student Organization Services in 270 Student Center West for student organizations containing icebreakers, team building activities, books on leadership, etc...
RSO Handbook
Technology Resources
Digital Aquarium
The Digital Aquarium is an open-access multimedia computer lab, providing high-end workstations for all Georgia State students. Resources include 3D, video, audio, graphic design and animation tools that allow students to develop music, movies, interactive media, websites and virtual worlds. Workshops are also provided on software and equipment used in the Digital Aquarium. You can find out more information about this campus resource by visiting the Georgia State Technology website.
Creation and Technology Lab (CATLab)
CATLab equipment, specialized computers, and collaboration spaces are available for students to reserve/utilize for course-related or personal not-for-profit projects. Please visit the CATLab website for more information.
PantherPrint
You can print your documents from a lab computer or mobile device using PantherPrint. For more information, please visit the Georgia State Technology website.
University Printing Services
Paw Prints offers a full range of printing services, including black and white copying, color copying, offset printing; color printing of newsletters, brochures and posters; faxing; and folding, cutting, binding, and more. Work may be completed from printed originals or from electronic media such as diskettes and CDs. Please visit the Paw Prints website for more information.
Updating Organization Information
Contact Us
For general questions on any campus, email us at [email protected].
In Person
Alpharetta Campus
3705 Brookside Pkwy, Room 1310
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
770-274-5600
Atlanta Campus
Student Center West, Suite 270
66 Courtland Street S.E.
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
404-413-1582
Clarkston Campus
Building CN, Suite 1400
555 North Indian Creek
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
678-891-3225
Decatur Campus
Building SC, Suite 2130
3251 Panthersville Road
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
678-891-2740
Dunwoody Campus
Student Center, Suite NB2200
2101 Womack Road
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
770-274-5385
Newton Campus
Building 2N, Suite 1200
239 Cedar Lane
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
678-891-2683
Mailing Address
Alpharetta Campus
Office of Student Life
3705 Brookside Pkwy, Room 1310
Alpharetta, GA 30022
Atlanta Campus
Student Organizations
Georgia State University
PO Box 3973
Atlanta, GA 30302-3973
Clarkston Campus
Office of Student Life
555 North Indian Creek
Building CN, Suite 1400
Clarkston, GA 30021
Decatur Campus
Office of Student Life
3251 Panthersville Road
Building SC, Suite 2100
Decatur, GA 30034
Dunwoody Campus
Office of Student Life
2101 Womack Road
Student Center, Suite NB2200
Dunwoody, GA 30338
Newton Campus
Office of Student Life
239 Cedar Lane
Building 2N, Suite 1200
Covington, GA 30014
Alpharetta Campus
Aprille Williams
Assistant Director for Student Life
[email protected]
Atlanta Campus
Jeff Benson
Associate Director for Student Life
[email protected]
Courtney Telfort
Coordinator for Student Engagement (Student Organizations)
[email protected]
Jackie Niedbalski
Administrative Specialist, Administrative
[email protected]
Clarkston Campus
Jez Catambay-Lopez
Associate Director for Student Life
[email protected]
Decatur Campus
Anitra Patrick
Director, Student Programs & Services
[email protected]
Dunwoody Campus
Dr. Theodora Johnson
Assistant Dean of Students
[email protected]
Newton Campus
Perry Culverson
Assistant Director for Student Life
[email protected]