Recognition as a Student Organization
Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) are member-based groups led by students and may center around a wide range of interests and fields of study. RSOs are formally recognized by the University and are conferred with privileges and benefits not offered to non-recognized groups.
Requirements
To become an RSO at UNC, the organization must meet the following minimum standards:
- Comply with all UNC policies and regulations, as well as state, local, and federal
laws.
- All RSOs are responsible for following all UNC policies, including Bear Code.
- Comply with UNC’s Office of Student Organizations non-discrimination policy which
states:
- “Recognized student organizations may not limit membership and participation in organizational activities based on race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military service, or political affiliation.” This statement extends to membership privileges, officer selection, and voting privileges.
- Registration and renewal of organization for each academic year on BearConnect.
- Attend Renewal Day, hosted every Fall for Student Officers & Advisors to complete necessary trainings.
- Host 2 events per academic year that are free & open to all UNC students & posted on BearConnect.
Current Suspended/Unrecognized Student Organizations:
- Pi Kappa Phi
- Pi Kappa Alpha
- Delta Chi Fraternity
- Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity, Inc.
- Alpha Kappa Lambda Fraternity
- Sigma Chi Fraternity
- Delta Tau Delta Fraternity
UNC is legally unable to provide detailed information regarding specific conduct outcomes because of federal privacy laws (FERPA) and provisions for investigations contained in the Colorado Open Records Act. However, it is important to us to share brief context regarding each suspended/unrecognized organization’s violation(s).
Some organizations that have been suspended or unrecognized, continue to operate as non-UNC, independent organizations.
Although UNC is unable to legally prevent students from joining or continuing active involvement with organizations that have been suspended by the University, students are strongly discouraged from doing so and should be aware of risks they may be taking through continued involvement. UNC students who are considering joining or maintaining membership in suspended or unrecognized organizations should investigate the organization, the circumstances surrounding the suspension or loss of recognition, and make an informed decision about whether the organization creates an unsafe environment.
