Introduction
What is student group recognition?
The University recognizes that participation in the activities of Student Groups is a beneficial aspect of the University experience. The University environment encourages the formation of different Student Groups. These groups may be defined in a variety of ways, according to, for example, a shared program of study, a commitment to service, a common activity, philosophy or background or particular perspective. When a Student Group is Recognized by the University, responsibilities and benefits result for both. Student groups are expected to register annually to maintain their recognition.
Standard student group recognition is granted by the Dean of Students, via Student Groups Services. These groups must have at least 10 current University of Alberta students as members, and there must be at least 2/3 students at minimum, if non-student members can join. All executives must be current University of Alberta students. These groups are eligible for perks available to registered student groups.
If a group is predominantly Undergraduate students, then the group will be recognized by the Students’ Union (in addition to the University of Alberta), per the following requirements. The majority of members (over 50%) in these groups must be University of Alberta undergraduate students. All executives must be current University of Alberta students, and the majority (over 50%) must be Undergraduate Students. These groups are eligible for perks available to registered student groups and UASU recognized groups.
If a group is predominantly graduate students, then it could be recognized by the Graduate Students’ Association (in addition to the University of Alberta). Over ⅔ of members in these groups must be University of Alberta graduate students. All executives must be current University of Alberta students, and 75% or more must be graduate students. These groups are eligible for perks available to registered student groups and GSA recognized groups.
What is this resource?
It’s a running list of all perks available to registered student groups, based on registration level. There are so many resources available on campus, and it can be challenging to remember who offers them, and how many are offered! Our hope is that this list can help introduce your group to all the perks, supports and resources available to you, and help clarify how to access them.
Perks are categorized by their type (i.e. knowledge, risk management, digital resources, physical resources, space, recruitment, promotion, monetary funding, and in kind funding) and who provides the service (i.e. University of Alberta units, University of Alberta Students’ Union units, other on campus units).
How can you help?
Let SGS know if there is something missing from this list, or if it’s under the wrong recognition level! All feedback can be emailed to clubs@su.ualberta.clubs@uasu.ca with the subject line “Student Group Perks Masterlist”