There are a variety of student organizations at UNL. Each type has access to slightly different resources and processes. All student organizations, regardless of type, are responsible for compliance with appropriate policies, processes, regulations, and codes.
Recognized Student Organization (RSO)
This type of organization has filed for recognition through the Association of Students of the University of Nebraska (ASUN) Student Government. Student organizations are required to have a minimum of five (5) students to start an organization and a constitution in accordance with ASUN requirements. These organizations are recognized campus-wide and have access to institutional resources set aside or developed for their use. The Event Planning and Registration (EPR) process in SLICE is for use by these organizations.
Institutional Student Organizations (ISO)
Only three organizations of this type exist and are defined by the Board of Regent’s Bylaws. They include the Association of Students of the University of Nebraska (ASUN) Student Government, the University Program Council (UPC) programming board, and the Daily Nebraskan (DN) student newspaper. These student organizations receive student fee funding from University Program and Facility Fees (UPFF).
Residence Hall Association (RHA) Recognition
The Residence Hall Association is an RSO-type organization recognized by the ASUN Student Government. RHA recognized organizations are defined as a “local government” within the RHA Bylaws. The Bylaws set forth requirements and processes for this type of recognition. These organizations may access the full range of resources available under the RSO type of recognition, using the Event Planning & Registration (EPR) process, by using RHA as an umbrella organization. Resources would be accessed under RHA’s name followed by a “local government” name for identification purposes.
Sport Clubs
Sport Clubs are comprised of students who have a desire to compete or participate in a sport throughout their college career. These clubs exist to develop students’ skills, dedication, and interest for specific sports. Each club’s level of activity is unique and ranges from regional to national intercollegiate competitions. For more information about Sports Clubs, contact the Sport Club Staff at Campus Recreation, 402-472-3467, or visit https://crec.unl.edu/activities/sport-clubs/.
Fraternity or Sorority Chapter
This type of organization is recognized through the expansion or extension process of one of the four governing councils: the Interfraternity Council (IFC), the PanHellenic Association (PHA), the Multicultural Greek Council (MGC), or the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC). Member organizations of these four (4) Councils have exemption to Title IX and must comply with UNL expansion policies and guidelines while working with the office of Fraternity & Sorority Life. Fraternity or Sorority Chapters are considered members of the recognizing Council. These organizations have access to resources similar to those under RSO status. In cases of a conflict between the Corporation Boards of the Fraternity and Sorority Chapters and the University’s not-for-profit status, resources will not be made available. This consideration applies to the use of UNL vehicles and UNL bulk mail permits, among others. All Fraternity and Sorority Chapters are considered RSOs and are required to comply with SLICE and University policies.