Clubs
Why start a club?
Everyone who begins a club has a different reason, but they all center on one main theme: getting people together who share a common interest and are seeking a community on campus. Whether the club wants to find people who share the same hobby, cultural background, political viewpoints, or something else entirely, it is one of the best forums at North Seattle Community College for making change and making friends.
What are some benefits?
Besides the social benefits gained, all student clubs recognized by Student Government will receive $500 for the academic year. These funds can be used to promote events, speakers, conferences, or just renting an on-topic video for a meeting. While there are guidelines for spending the money, it can be of great use to a club who seeks to provide its members (and perhaps the whole student body) with the proliferation of ideas and topics that matter to the club. Whatever your topic, you and the other members of your club can work to make a difference and enhance your experience at North Seattle Community College.
How do I begin?
First, you must read and complete an application packet. This will require you to find an advisor among the available staff and faculty, get 15 students (registered for 3 or more credit hours) to sign the member roster, and after turning in your application, gain Student Government recognition.
How do I obtain recognition by the Student Government?
To be recognized by Student Government, they must vote on it two meetings in a row. It would assist the creation to have you and another key member of the pending club attend these two meetings to answer any questions that may arise during the process. Once recognized, you will be given a club handbook that will answer your questions about how to maintain your club, use the funds allotted to it, and the policies and procedures surrounding events planning.
If you’re dedicated and willing, creating a club at North Seattle Community College can be a very rewarding experience, providing its members with leadership skills and new student contacts.
Still thinking of starting a club, but you’re not sure who can be an advisor or what your club should be? Talk to a representative of Student Government (in CC 1353B) or Student Leadership and Multicultural Programs (206) 527-3642 about recommendations and a list of inactive clubs that can be re-sanctioned.