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Student Unions & Activities Advising

Student Unions & Activities is staffed with advisors, experienced in all areas of student activities and leadership development. We are here to provide an opportunity for students to learn and develop skills in a safe environment that complements their academic experience and enriches campus life through their involvement in student groups. Our ultimate goal is student group success. We define this success as an educational and impactful experience for group members.

Student Group Advising

Student Unions & Activities provides advising services for all registered student groups. Advising is available in the areas of:

  1. Student group registration
  2. Student group and/or University processes and procedures
  3. Event planning
  4. Budget management
  5. Sales and/or fundraising
  6. Grants and student services fees requests
  7. Insurance needs
  8. Risk management
  9. Tax information for student groups
  10. Permits
  11. Retreat planning
  12. Advisor resources
  13. Leadership consulting
  14. Officer assistance
  15. Conflict management
  16. Team building assistance
  17. Organizational structure

Open Advising

Student Activities staff have time set aside for open or "walk-in" advising. An advisor can help you with questions about registration, insurance, event planning, student group policies, permits, grant applications and more. Just visit 126 Coffman Memorial Union Monday-Friday between 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and we will do our best to assist your group.

Make An Appointment

Student Activities staff are also available to make an appointment to meet with you and/or your student group to assist you in any way we are able. To schedule an appointment or speak to an advisor, please call (612) 626-6919 or stop by our office in 126 Coffman Memorial Union.

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