Student Organization Resource Center

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Student Organizations

Organization Types

Organizations are asked to identify one category which best describes their general purpose. These categories are listed below, and you can use them to help guide you to groups in which you may be interested.

ARTS

Groups connected with some facet of the arts. (Also see Arts NC State)

COLLEGE / DEPARTMENTAL / ACADEMIC

Organizations interested in a particular academic area selected from the many campus departmental and college areas.

ETHNIC / MULTICULTURAL / DIVERSITY

These organizations focus on ethnic, cultural, sexual orientation, and diversity issues, and meet the needs of minority or under-represented people. (Also see Department of Multicultural Student Affairs)

GENERAL COLLEGE FRATERNITIES AND SORORITIES

Groups connected to the Office of Greek Life.

GOVERNING / REPRESENTATIVE

These groups serve as governing bodies for students, including Student Government and residence life councils.

HONORARY

These groups are organized for the purpose of recognizing and promoting outstanding scholastic achievement by students within particular academic areas or fields of interest.

INTERNATIONAL

Organizations providing international students with the opportunity to participate in campus activities with other students of their culture and to share their culture with other students. (Also see Office of International Scholar and Student Services)

POLITICAL / SOCIAL ACTION

These groups form around organized political parties, or to advance political or social understanding.

PROFESSIONAL

These groups sponsor outings and activities that promote educational experiences and professional preparation in specific career areas.

RELIGIOUS / SPIRITUAL

These groups provide religious and social outlets for students of particular faiths. (Also see Chaplains' Cooperative Ministry)

SERVICE

These groups may participate in projects which benefit both the campus and the community. (Also see Center for Student Leadership, Ethics, and Public Service)

SPECIAL INTEREST

Groups which form to meet the needs of students' varied interests not otherwise represented.

SPORTS / RECREATION

These groups provide opportunities for recreational, leisure and sports activities, including board games, fitness, outdoor activities, or any activities students may do in their free time. (Also see Campus Recreation)

STUDENT MEDIA / PUBLICATIONS

These groups meet the needs of students through various media such as newspapers, magazines, electronic publications, radio and TV. (Also see Student Media Authority)

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