A student organization is defined as a group of currently enrolled University of North Carolina at Charlotte students who unite to promote a common interest. Student organizations are student-initiated and student-run. They may include other members of the University community such as alumni, faculty, staff, and administrators as long as 51 percent of the membership are currently enrolled students. Only currently enrolled students can serve as officers or vote on organizational matters. UNC Charlotte recognizes the vital contributions that student organizations make to the quality of life on campus; however, recognition as a UNC Charlotte student organization is not to be interpreted as an endorsement, approval, or reflection of the mission, purpose, and/or activities of UNC Charlotte or its affiliates.
If it is alleged that a registered student organization or its members have failed to comply with University policies or procedures, the University may conduct an investigation and render sanctions as it deems necessary. Failure to comply with University policies and procedures may result in a variety of penalties, including but not limited to suspension or the revocation of recognition. A student organization that is suspended or no longer recognized by the University loses all privileges and benefits granted to student organizations under the Student Government Association Act for Registration or GPSG.
All undergraduate student organizations are governed by the Student Government Association (SGA) and the Senate Organizational Ways and Means Committee. The following are the categories that all student organizations fall under:
- Academic/Pre-Professional: Organizations designed for students interested in a particular career or academic field who want to establish networks and further develop their skills in that area.
- Fraternity & Sorority: Traditionally known as Greek-letter fraternities and sororities, these academic and service-oriented groups work to foster the ideals of friendship and the development of character.
- Graduate: Organizations designed specifically to meet the needs of graduate students in their specific areas of study or interest.
- Honor Society: Local and national honor societies that provide service and/or leadership opportunities and recognition for students with academic honors.
- Interest: Organizations that exist to enhance campus life and to provide support to students through a variety of programs and events.
- International: Focused on providing support, knowledge, and awareness through interactions and discussions of international culture, language, and people in the global community. Media Main purpose is education about and production of mass communication.
- Multicultural: Focused on providing support and fostering community within the various cultures, races, religions, and orientations represented among the student body.
- Performance: Main purpose is to entertain and educate through dance, vocal, and other performances.
- Political:Student groups that encourage expression, debate, and support of political issues, views, and/or candidates.
- Religious/Spiritual: Groups that provide spiritual and/or religious development and support.
- Service: Organizations that provide volunteer opportunities for civic-minded students eager to serve the campus and/or community.
- Sport Club: Groups that encourage participation in and promotion of team sports, physical fitness, health and wellness, as well as leisure and special interest activities.
- Returning or New Student Organization
- Groups are new only if they have not been previously approved by SGA, or if they have not been registered in 2 or more years
- Provide Full Organization Name
- No acronyms or abbreviations; do not put “UNC Charlotte” or “UNCC” in front of name.
- Provide Abbreviated Organization Name
- Provide the Purpose/Brief Description of Your Organization
- This description will be displayed on your organization’s profile and will provide helpful information to students interested in your group. Please remember this should be a brief description/overview of your organization.
- Provide the Student Organization’s Website URL
- Provide the Student Organization’s Social Networking sites (e.g. Instagram, Facebook, X, Tiktok etc.)
- Provide the Student Organization’s Email Address
- This e-mail address will be displayed on your profile and will provide an additional method for students to inquire about the organization. Please list an email address that is regularly checked (e.g. the president’s email).
- Provide the Student Organization’s Mailing Address
- UNC Charlotte does not provide a mailing address for student organizations. Please list a mailing address that is regularly checked (e.g. the president’s mailing address).
- Membership Roster
- The roster should include the names and email addresses of all student members. At least right (8) members are required to be considered a student organization.
- Provide the Officers’ and Advisor(s)’ Information.
- Three different UNC Charlotte students must hold the offices of President, Treasurer, and Vice President or Secretary. You will also need to select or edit the Primary Contact for the organization. *Only @charlotte.edu e-mail addresses will be accepted for officers.
- Upload Organization logo or photo
- Be sure to get permission from Licensing if using University trademarks.
- Membership Criteria and Meeting Information
- What month does your organization transition its new officers?
- Constitution
- Attach a current copy of your student organization’s constitution/bylaws if you have made changes since the last registration process. If no changes were made and the copy on file is up-to-date, please indicate that by completing the appropriate fields in the registration form.