What is Recognition?
Recognition (previously referred to as "Chartering” is the process in which a student organization becomes actively recognized by the University. As a Recognized Student Organization (RSO) your club or organization has access to the following benefits:
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A mailbox in the Student Involvement Office on the 2nd floor of the Student Center
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Police Services for on-campus events with more than 100 guests
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Banking services through Associated Students
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Access to Grant funding through Associated Students
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Reserving space on campus for free
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Participation in campus-wide student engagement events (Involvement Fairs, Big Nite, Student Org Showcase, Seawolf Decision Day, etc.)
All student organizations are required to complete the Recognition Process on an annual basis in order to maintain active status and in good standing with Sonoma State University. Your organization will be contacted by Student Involvement via email when it is time for your organization to complete Recognition. Please contact the Student Involvement office at studentinvolvement@sonoma.edu or come visit us on the 2nd Floor of the Student Center for more information. Please utilize the step-by-step guide below to help you complete the Recognition Process.