Student organizations provide the opportunity for students to connect with other students who have similar interests. Student organizations can play an important role in developing student leadership skills, promoting personal growth, engaging in community service, and fostering a vibrant campus environment and experience.
Classifications
| Affiliated | Affiliated organizations are those that are, in general, interest groups and provide engagement activities that are primarily for their direct membership. These groups are generally capable of functioning with minimal university support, but may receive support from a parent organization, including but not limited to regional/national/international governing organizations. While the university recognizes affiliated organizations and provides them with benefits as stated in this policy, the university also acknowledges that students may choose to form groups of varying interests that may or may not align with the university’s Principles of Community. Affiliated organizations are not a department, unit, or agent of the university, and the university does not accept responsibility or liability for the activities undertaken by affiliated organizations. |
| Sponsored | Sponsored organizations are those considered congruent with the mission and culture of the university and operate as a part of a university department or unit. These organizations are inherently linked to the university because of their role representing K-State or in presenting events of broad appeal that are considered an integral part of the institution. Sponsored organizations routinely present events for the campus and the broader community, and typically work in a collaborative relationship with a university department or office. The organization’s purpose and effect are to serve a broad segment of the campus community, not just its membership. |
Categories
| Academic | One of the largest categories of registered student organizations, thanks to nearly every academic major having at least one organization. Academic organizations are one of the easiest ways to get involved from day one since you'll likely hear about them from your academic advisor and faculty. Meet others that you'll have as classmates, get to know your faculty, and make connections between what you're learning in class with events/activities outside of class. |
| Academic Competition Team | Looking for a way to test your knowledge gained in the classroom? Then Academic Competition Teams might just be for you. Practice those skills your learning, work with teammates and faculty, and represent K-State at competitions at all levels. Who knows, you may even be able to add "National Champion" to your resume some day. |
| Community Service | Just like the category name sounds, these groups are all about giving back to the community around them! What a great way for you to meet other students interested in doing good for others, and spending time helping your local community. You, too, can make a difference just by checking out, and joining, one of these organizations. |
| Fraternity/Sorority | Looking for an all-in-one involvement opportunity - leadership, service, philanthropy, community, and more? Then perhaps a fraternity or sorority is what you're looking for. These organizations are the social Greek-letter organizations that you are likely familiar with (unlike those honorary groups that utilize the Greek alphabet - it's confusing, we know). Most of the organizations fit within one of the three governing councils - Interfraternity Council (IFC - fraternities), Panhellenic Council (PHC - sororities), and National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC - historically black fraternities & sororities); there are a couple additional organizations not represented by these councils, so make sure to check them out as well. Interested in learning more about IFC or PHC organizations? Check out their website at: https://www.k-state.edu/fraternity-sorority/ |
| General University | As a student, you might have some interest in representing your college, your residence hall, and gain more leadership experience. Those organizations in this category typically represent an area on campus - college councils, ambassador programs, community programming, and student governance to name a few. Getting involved in these organizations is a great way to connect with students outside of your classrooms and across the campus! |
| Honorary | Scholarship, leadership, and service are often the key cornerstones of the honorary organizations on campus. Some of these organizations require members to have a specific GPA, major, or year in school, while others are open to students with specific interests. Explore the many opportunities to meet others who share your passions for scholarship, develop as a leader, and give back to your community through service! |
| Multicultural | Engage with those from cultures different than your own, or even connect with those students who share your very own culture. The many multicultural student organizations on campus bring perspectives from around the world right to the "Little Apple" and heart of campus. You'll be able to celebrate festivals, learn a new language, expand your knowledge and understanding, explore your own culture, and more! |
| Political | An important aspect of our democratic society is politics. Take a moment to explore your own ideologies, learn about others, consider how civic engagement is an important component of being a Wildcat. Getting involved in a political organization will help you find ways to engage with others in important conversations. |
| Religious | Finding a religious community might be important to you, so it's a good thing there are many organizations available to help you do just that. Some are connected to specific places of worship in the Manhattan community, others are more stand-alone campus groups. Make sure to check out all of the options to find the one that fits your interests most. |
| Special Interest | The second largest category of student organizations, all of those groups that don't fit into one of the other categories falls within this one. There are organizations for different hobbies, activities, interests, communities, and more represented here. The best way to find one that you might be interested in? Take a moment to browse through them all! We're sure you'll find something that will pique your interest. |
| Competitive Sport Club | Want to compete against other campuses in a sport you've played for years or are interested in taking up? Competitive Sport Clubs are groups where you join, practice, and compete with other campuses! |
| Sport Club | Have you played a sport for years and want to continue to do so? Interested in taking up a new sport? Then sport clubs are perfect for you! Join a team, practice, and compete against other K-State students to bring home that trophy! With teams representing a number of different sports, you are bound to find one that fits your interests. |
Statuses
| Active | Organizations which have completed the annual recognition requirements as outlined in Section .040 of the student organization policy in PPM 8540. |
| Inactive | Organizations which have not completed the annual recognition requirements for the current academic year are in Inactive status. Organizations with this status shall have no benefits. To become active the organization must complete the requirements outlined on the SPI's website. |
| Revoked | Organizations which have had their recognition status revoked due to non-compliance with university policies or at the request of organization leadership are in revoked status. Organizations with this status shall have no benefits. To become active the organization must complete the annual recognition requirements outlined. When an organization’s recognition is revoked, additional requirements may be established which require completion before recognition may be received again. |
| Provisional | Provisional organizations are those that do not meet the minimum five (5) members, but still want to be a recognized group. These groups have a slightly different process and are required to submit a recruitment action plan to SPI. |
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Learn more about the recognition process all student organizations are required to go through annually!
Learn more about the responsibilities and requirements of advisors and how to find a potential advisor!
Learn more about the various resources our office offers to student organizations (such as Pepsi allocations)!
Learn more about the policies student organizations deal with throughout the year!
See previous winners and information about our annual awards!
