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College Expectations of Organization, Officers and Members



When an organization is granted recognition by the College, it is a privilege. They are expected to comply with the expectations in this handbook, the Citizen (the SNC Student Handbook), and all state and local laws. Upon recognition and continued renewal, each student organization is also obligated to:
  • Conduct itself in such a way that is consistent with the St. Norbert College Mission.
  • Select qualified officers in good academic standing and a gpa above 2.25.
  • Have an employed member of St. Norbert College as an advisor.
  • Manage financial matters responsibly.
  • Complete the renewal packet every year by October 1.
  • Fulfill the service requirements as outlined below and report them on the annual report form:
  1. All organizations a minimum of one off-campus project per semester
  2. Greek and Independent social organizations: minimum of two service projects each semester; one must contribute to the local community
  3. Academic and honorary organizations are exempt from this requirement
  • File an Annual Report by March 14 with LSI.
  • Greek and Independent social organizations are also obligated to address current, national, interpersonal and societal issues through organizational participation at a minimum of two educational programs per semester. Your organization must include the programs attended on your annual report form. The programs may be developed and presented to the College community on your own, or you may utilize a program already created (lecture, speakers, PEERS, etc.).
  • Have at least one officer attend all scheduled Access meetings.
  • Participate in appropriate governance groups (i.e. Independent, Panhellenic, Interfraternity); Student Government Association; and Residence Hall Association).
  • Promote St. Norbert College through active participation in campus events and positive relationships with other organizations and the community.
  • Develop a clear definition of its goals and ideals, and educate its members about the group’s identity.

Non-Discrimination Policy
Following St. Norbert College's mission, all recognized student organizations are required to abide by and state in their constitution the following:  “As members of a recognized student organization at St. Norbert College, we admit students to our organization without regard to race, age, religion, color, gender*, disability, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. All rights, privileges, programs, positions, and other activities generally accorded or available to our organization are equally available to each member of our organization.”
    [*  fraternities, sororities, and single-gender independent organizations are exempt from the “gender” provision listed in the statement]

Non-Hazing Policy
Following St. Norbert College's mission, all recognized student organizations are required to abide by and state in their constitution the following: “As members of a recognized student organization at St. Norbert College, we unconditionally oppose placing any or all members of our organization or those of the general student population in situations which produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule. Freedom from the humility and danger of hazing is guaranteed to every member of the College community. We realize that any form of hazing violates College policy and Wisconsin State Statute 948.51.

Officer Expectations
All officers of an organization must have at least a 2.25 accumulated grade point average and may not be on disciplinary or academic probation. Officers of an organization are expected to:

  • Take responsibility to know and enforce SNC policies and procedures as well as Wisconsin state laws.
  • Be honest with and show respect towards your members and College faculty and staff.
  • Set goals and provide direction for your organization’s members.
  • Delegate responsibilities to members of your organization to create ownership for organization endeavors.
  • Take time to recognize the efforts of outstanding member contributions.
Member Expectations
Recognized organizations are expected to have at least 5 members and all members must be currently enrolled at SNC. Organizations without a strong and committed membership may have a hard time sustaining interest and, therefore, recognition. Each member of your organization is expected to:
  • Abide by all regulations, policies, and sanctions in the St. Norbert College Student Handbook and Wisconsin State Law.
  • Be intolerable to the participation or witness of sexually abusive behavior; acquaintance rape; dehumanizing language, action, or physical abuse due to ethnicity, religious beliefs, gender, or sexual orientation; and all forms of hazing as defined in the College Student Handbook and Wisconsin State Statute 948.51.
  • Assure to the best of their ability that all activities sponsored or co-sponsored by their organization will be conducted responsibly and in good taste.
  • Be responsible for any person whom they invite to a sponsored function or activity.
  • Respect the property of St. Norbert College and all students and guests.
  • Students are not permitted to join social organizations (Greeks or Independents) until the second semester of their Freshman year.

Each member must realize that their actions speak for the organization, and, in turn, your organization speaks for the College. Therefore, each member must accept the responsibility of conducting themselves in a manner conducive to advancing Christian ideals and adult expectations.


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Student Organizations

Phone: (920) 403-4023
Fax: (920) 403-4092
E-mail: lsi@snc.edu


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