Any group of students wishing to organize a club at New Mexico State University at Alamogordo should first check with the Office of the Campus Student Services Officer. There, they will receive a copy of the general procedures and regulations for organizations, a format outline for bylaws, a chartering form, and a copy of the guidelines for advisors and students. The following information must be included in the bylaws for all student organizations:

Name of the organization
Purpose of the organization
Names of members
Officers
Advisor(s)
Executive Board (if applicable)
Committees
Meetings
Finances
Parliamentary Authority
Amendment procedures

The complete set of bylaws and the signed copies of the Student Organization Form must be submitted to the Campus Student Services Officer for initial approval. Once the Campus Student Services Officer determines that the organization has met all required criteria, the advisor and the organization will receive written notification.

Guidelines for Organizational Approval
In order to follow a consistent and fair standard in considering bylaws, the following criteria will be used as guidelines for chartering student organizations at New Mexico State University at Alamogordo:

All bylaws must be typed in clear and precise form and submitted to the Office of the Campus Student Services Officer.
The organization should have a name, one not presently used by any other chartered organization.
The purpose of the organization should be clearly stated and be compatible with the purposes of the University.
The organization must have officers to direct its activities.
The eligibility requirements and functions of the officers must be stated.
The procedures for the election of officers must be stated, and the acceptable voting margins must also be stated (majority or plurality).
The organization must have at least one advisor who is a member of the full-time faculty or staff of New Mexico State University at Alamogordo.

The meeting requirements must be stated (how many times a week,
month, semester, etc.).

The attendance requirements must be specifically stated.

The financial obligations of the members must be specifically stated.

The financial requirements of the organization must not be an indirect
means of exploitation by the members.

The processes for amending the bylaws must be stated. If amendments are initiated, the revisions must be submitted to the
Campus Student Services Officer.

Membership in the organization must be open to all NMSU-A students who meet the established guidelines.

A statement must appear in the chartering form that indicates membership will not be denied for reasons relating to age, color, disability, gender, status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

The organization must serve the best interest of the University and the participating members.

The organization must have at least eight (8) student members to be chartered.

Privileges of Chartered Student Organizations
When a student organization becomes chartered by New Mexico State University at Alamogordo, it shall be accorded the following privileges:

Use of University facilities subject to the established rules governing such use.

Use of the name of the University in official titles.

Use of the Business Office to deposit and withdraw money.

Use of University bulletins boards (with appropriate approvals) and the Calendar of Events for Notices that conform to regulations.

Listing in the NMSU-A Student Handbook, Course Catalog and other appropriate University publications.

Participation in NMSU-A events and other activities that are appropriate for student organizations.

Privilege to request funds from Student Advisory Council (SAC).
Responsibilities of Chartered Student Organizations

To conduct its affairs within the framework of University policies, which include the Code of Conduct and Administrative Policies, and the provisions of the bylaws of the organization.

To conduct its affairs according to democratic processes.

To conduct its fiscal affairs in accordance with proper standards of good business management.

To notify and keep the advisor(s) informed of all activities, meetings and events of the organization.

To utilize University facilities, grounds, and equipment properly at all times in order to avoid damage and/or unnecessary abuse.

To operate and/or conduct all activities in a conscientious manner, consistent with recognized standards, in order to protect the health and safety of the general public and all individuals participating in the activities.

To replace, repair, or pay for all University facilities, grounds, or equipment that is lost, stolen, or unnecessarily damaged in the course of an event or activity that the organization conducts.

To submit a New Mexico State University at Alamogordo Re-Chartering Form annually in order to maintain continued association with the University.

To update the copy of the organization’s bylaws on file with the Office of the Campus Student Services Officer when amendments are made by the membership.

To submit a faculty/staff agreement prior to the selection of a new advisor(s).

To realize that by virtue of the chartering status granted to the organization by the University, its membership, both individually and collectively, will be viewed by the community as a representative of the University.

To be responsible for any of its activities that cause a riot or disturbance or disorderly diversion that interferes with the normal operation of the University. This section should not be construed as denying any organization the right of peaceful assembly.

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