All registered student organizations on campus are required to have an advisor who is directly affiliated with the College (such as faculty, staff, or non-students employee of Auxiliary Services, Oswego College Foundation, or Student Association).
Advisor Role
- Provide general insight and guidance to assist the student organization in furthering its purpose and enhancing the meaningfulness of the organization’s membership and experience
- Provide continuity for the student org from year to year to assist in officer transitions, historical information about programming, etc.
- Counsel the organization and it’s membership to ensure they are following College policies and procedures
- See the SUNY Oswego Student Handbook for further information about the role of a student organization advisor
Laker Life Usage for Advisors
- A requirement of being a registered student organization on campus is to have a Laker Life page that is up to date. Laker Life is an online community for SUNY Oswego’s various student- centered programs and orgs (res halls, Greek life, club sports, student orgs, etc.).
- Advisors must approve their role in Laker Life after the registered student organization submits their annual re-registration at the beginning of each academic year.
Commitment
Registered student organizations may select a new advisor if/when the need arises. It is the responsibility of the President of the registered student organization to file this change with the Administrative Assistant at SEL, located in The Point. Advisors can elect to step away from the role, if the need arises, but are encouraged to support the students throughout the academic year before deciding if you can commit the following year. Clubs that re-register in the fall are encouraged to review the Advisor Agreement.
Questions
Email Student Engagement and Leadership at [email protected] or call us at 315-312-5420.