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Student Organizations

A student organization that has completed the requirements to be officially registered with the institution and whose membership is composed of UHCL students, or a combination of students, faculty, and staff. Student organizations operate with autonomy, with minimal oversight of student organization operations. Student organizations are subject to the rights, responsibilities, and limitations outlined in the Registered Student Organization handbook for as long as they maintain their registration status. Registration of a campus organization does not guarantee official university approval of all student organization activities. Student organization registration may be suspended or withdrawn at any time if the organization is found in violation of university policies, the Student Code of Conduct, or any local, state, or federal laws.

The student organizations listed below are open to all, regardless, of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, or other legally protected class or status.

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Benefits of Joining a Student Organization

Your time is valuable! This is an ever-present fact for college students who are juggling classes, work, familial and life commitments, and so much more. College is a critical moment of life to explore how to become the best version of yourself and become involved in a community of people who are eager to leave their mark at UHCL. Joining a student organization can undoubtedly help you enhance your journey through college.

  1. You will be able to build community and learn about people who are different than you
  2. Enhance your skills and knowledge of self
  3. Improve your communication skills
  4. Increase your networking opportunities
  5. Enhance your Resume
  6. Have Fun and relax!

Benefits of Becoming a Registered Student Organization at UHCL

  1. Ability to host on and off-campus events
  2. Ability to reserve and utilize select University facilities
  3. Provided student organization training and development opportunities
  4. Provided dedicated support from the Center for Student Engagement including consultation regarding risk management and event planning
  5. Ability to reserve and utilize audiovisual and FMC resources on campus
  6. Ability to apply for student organization funding
  7. Ability to apply for awards at the Hawk Excellence Awards
  8. Ability to participate in university events such as the Involvement Fair, Lighting at the Letters, Chili Cookoff, etc.
  9. Ability to establish a profile on the HawkLink platform
  10. Ability to utilize resources in the Student Organization Center and Lounge 
  11. Ability to have a cubicle carrel space in the Student Organization Center and Lounge

Benefits of Being a University Sponsored Organization at UHCL

In addition to the benefits afforded to Registered Student Organizations, USO's receive:

  1. Branding support and permission to use the UHCL logo on branding and promotional materials approved through the UHCL Department of Marketing and Communication
  2. Dedicated staff advisor affiliated with a UHCL Department or unit
  3. Organization funding and finance management support provided through a campus unit
  4. Use of University tax-exempt status for official organization purchases
  5. Resources including, but not limited to office space, marketing support, technology resources, and use of on-campus spaces.

Questions?

If you'd like to learn more about student organizations, contact engagement@uhcl.edu.

Contact

  • Center for Student Engagement

    Phone: 281-283-2560
    Fax: 281-283-2566
    Email: engagement@uhcl.edu

    SSCB 1204
    2700 Bay Area Blvd, Box 198
    Houston, TX 77058-1002

    Regular office hours:
    Mon. - Thurs., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    Fri. - 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

    Please call ahead during holidays and semester breaks.