New Student Organization Process | Minot State University

Student organizations play an important role in student development on the campus of Minot State University. Forming an organization can be a challenging, but very rewarding process. To ensure success, the Office of Student Activities has designed a process that will help your group form a solid foundation so that your organization can flourish and provide valuable experiences to your fellow students. Follow these steps to get started!

(Note: If you are forming a campus club sport, you must schedule a meeting with the Vice President for Student Affairs at 701-858-3299 before proceeding with the following steps.)

1.  Complete an application through the Office of Student Activities.

2.  Select an advisor and provide a roster of ten students members.

3.  Create a mission statement and a constitution. A sample can be obtained from the Student Activities Coordinator.

4.  Schedule a meeting the Student Welfare Committee for approval of the club constitution. At that time, it will also be determined whether your organization is eligible for funding.

5.  Request a campus account from the Business Office.

6.  Request information regarding CSO dates & deadlines.

7.  Be active and engaged in the Minot State community!


Aaron Hughes
Student Activities Coordinator
Student Success Center
701-858-3987 /

New Organization Worksheet
Before you start a new organization, take a moment to complete this worksheet. It will make the task of starting your organization easier and will lay the basic foundation for your new group. The completed information does not need to be submitted with your final paperwork, but will guide you as you complete the steps of creating a constitution and finalizing the club formation process.

1.  What kind of organization are you interested in starting? What is the primary purpose?

2.  What are you looking for in this organization (continuing a high school interest, relating to your major career, working on a cause you believe in, etc.)?

3.  How much time do you have to dedicate to organizing a new group? What other time commitments do you have (school, work, etc.)?

4.  What will the new organization provide for the university or student body (programs, services, events, community service, etc.)?

5.  Write down some traits/characteristics of the people who would be interested in this group?

6.  Starting an organization by yourself is not easy. Write down the names of people (friends, classmates, professors) who can be a resource to you.

7.  What would a member get out of being in this organization?

8.  What financial resource would your group need and how would you get them?

9.  Your organization will need to have an on-campus faculty/staff advisor. List the names of people you would contact to be your advisor.