Student Organizations

Policy number: 
07.019
Policy description: 

The University of North Texas recognizes that learning takes place in a wide variety of settings and under a wide variety of circumstances. Involvement and participation in a student group or organization provides opportunities for developing leadership skills and enhances campus life at UNT. In recognition of the important role of student organizations in student development and the significant contribution they can provide to the mission of UNT, the university supports the growth and management of student organizations in accordance with these policies.

See full policy (PDF): 
PDF icon 07.019 Student Organizations.pdf
Policy owner: VP for Student Affairs
Policy contact: 
Elizabeth With
SVP for Student Affairs
Division of Student Affairs
940.565.4909
Elizabeth.With@unt.edu
Applies to: 
Students
Date Issued: 
Monday, August 1, 1977
References: 
Cross-References: 

Last updated: 

Date: 
08/15/2023
Action: 
Revision
Comments: 
This policy was revised to improve clarity of processes and consistency of language between UNT Policies 06.031 Pre-Finals Days, Reading Day, and Final Examinations and 11.001 Facilities Use.
Date: 
08/02/2021
Action: 
Revision
Comments: 
Revision permits UNT Frisco student organizations to exist with as few as 4 members. Updates training requirements, to include Overdose Awareness.
Date: 
10/07/2019
Action: 
Revision
Comments: 
Revised to adjust the minimum membership requirements for Greek organizations and group privileges.
Date: 
12/14/2016
Action: 
Revision
Comments: 
Revised to create appeals process for office eligibility based on the standards for serving in these roles, create requirement of membership size of at least 8 students, outline the benefits currently available to student organizations, and criteria to serve as officers. Effective 12/14/2016.
Date: 
04/15/2014
Action: 
Revision
Comments: 
Revised to update the registration process, including requirements of submission and number of members, as well as privileges of registration; clarifies when a student organization can be denied registration and adds an appeal process; updates the membership non-discrimination statement; clarifies the responsibilities of advisors; and adds information about state mandated risk management program. Effective 4/15/2014.
Date: 
12/01/2004
Action: 
Revision
Date: 
10/01/2002
Action: 
Revision
Date: 
08/01/1998
Action: 
Revision
Date: 
08/01/1993
Action: 
Revision