Student Organizations

Registered Student Organizations

Quick Links

• Organizational Policy
• Allies of Texas State
• Associated Student Government (ASG) 
• Campus Activities and Student Organizations (CASO) 
• Greek Affairs
• Honor Society (Phi Eta Sigma)
• Interfraternity Council (IFC)
• Multicultural Greek Council (MGC)
• National Pan-Hellenic Council Inc. (NPHC)
• Non-Traditional Students Organization (NTSO)
• Pan-Hellenic Association 
• Residence Hall Association
• Student Association for Campus Activities (SACA)
• Student Foundation
• Student Organizations Council
• Underrepresented Student’s Advisory Council
• University Ambassadors

 

Organizational Policy

Texas State recognizes the right of any group of students, faculty or staff to form a voluntary organization for purposes not forbidden by the laws of the United States or the state of Texas. Student organizations at Texas State must be registered with the Office of Campus Activities and Student Organizations and approved through university administrative channels.

No organization may be registered or hold any meetings on university property until the organization has secured a university faculty or staff member as an advisor. The authority of such an organization to operate on campus shall cease upon the removal or resignation of the advisor of the organization, or upon the violation by the organization or any of its members of the rules and regulations of the university or the laws of the state of Texas.

It shall be the duty and responsibility of the advisor of each student organization to advise the members of university policy at meetings and activities of the organization. Policies include, but are not limited to non-university speakers, solicitation and Student Organization Discipline (SA/PPS 05.04), (UPPS No. 07.04.03).

Back to Top

Allies of Texas State

www.msa.txstate.edu/allies
allies@txstate.edu
Vice President for Student Affairs
Program Team
Counseling Center and Multicultural Student Affairs
LBJ 5th floor
512.245.2209

The Allies of Texas State program aims to create and sustain safe places where lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender students, staff, and faculty can speak with an Ally in confidence. The program also seeks to include LGBTQ individuals in all aspects of campus life.

Individuals who wish to participate in the Allies of Texas State program must attend a training session. At the end of the training, individuals can decide if they want to sifn a contract to be an Ally. Those who sign the contract will receive an Ally of Texas State placard and/or pin. These two items symbolize understandign, support and trust. They also signify a safe place, where individuals can speak in confidence and receice help, advice and support.

Anyone can register for training through the Website.

Back to Top

 

Alumni Association
www.TxStateAlumni.org

Alumni House
N. LBJ and University drives
512.245.2371 | 888.798.2586

The Texas State Alumni Association is the link between current and former Bobcats. The association provides more than $100,000 in scholarships annually, while reaching out to alumni and former students of the university. The Texas State Alumni Association also has a student chapter. Benefits of student membership include:

• networking events with area alumni, both locally and in your hometown area
• tailgating events prior to athletic events
• access to an alumni directory with more than 130,000 alumni for networking
• members-only T-shirt, lapel pin and/or window decal
• e-mail forwarding address at "youraddress"@TxStateAlumni.org
• exclusive invitations to association and Texas State events, such as annual homecoming festivities, receptions, athletic events and reunions for classes and groups
• member discounts, discounted ticket prices for association events
• local merchant discount card

The Texas State Alumni Association also sponsors the LBJ Outstanding Senior Student Award, one of the most prestigious designations a Bobcat can receive. The award is named in honor of Lyndon B. Johnson, 36th president of the United States and member of the Texas State Class of 1930. The award is given annually to one student who has demonstrated and practiced the highest standards of integrity, academic and extracurricular achievements, leadership and involvement at Texas State.

Nominees must have a minimum of 60 hours at Texas State, be candidates for graduation in the spring of the year that the award is conferred or have graduated the preceding August or December. Individuals who meet the eligibility requirements may be nominated by any member of the university faculty, staff or student body, or by any active member of the association. Nomination forms may be obtained at the Alumni House or from the alumni Web site and must be received by the association by March 1.

The award is presented at the May commencement and includes a $1,500 check.

Associated Student Government (ASG)

www.asg.txstate.edu
LBJ Student Center 4-5.1
512.245.1ASG (1274)

ASG is the voice of Texas State students. It is a governing and advocacy body that answers to the student body at large. ASG has worked for years to address the problems and concerns of its fellow students. Members of ASG work closely with faculty, administrators, city leaders, and state officials to advance the collective cause of Texas State students. ASG is "Students Serving Students." Meeting times are Mondays at 7 p.m. in the LBJ Student Center, 3-14.1.

Back to Top

Campus Activities and Student Organizations (CASO)

www.lbjsc.txstate.edu/caso
LBJ Student Center 4-11.1 | 512.245.3219

CASO recognizes the impact of a quality campus life on the recruitment and retention of students. Its mission is to promote an environment that facilitates and recognizes individual growth and fosters the development of civic and community responsibility. CASO supports the unique characteristics of each student and student organization in its effort to accomplish its respective goals.

CASO may provide advising, training, workshops, program planning assistance and resources to promote student success through growth, development and leadership skills. CASO also provides opportunities to become involved with the academic community while enriching and facilitating personal growth.

All organizations are required to meet the following requirements each year to maintain recognition and active status for the academic year:

• Submit an annual registration form, which includes a list of officers and advisors, by May 1.
• Attend the four mandatory events for all registered student organizations, including three Student Organizations Council presidents' meetings. A designated representative may attend in the president's absence.
• Two organization representatives must attend the Leadership Exchange Conference each spring.
• Registered student organizations must have a faculty/staff advisor who is employed by the university at least half-time.
• The following officers, or their equivalents, from each registered student organization must maintain a 2.25 Texas State cumulative GPA: president, vice president, and treasurer.

Any student interested in a particular student organization should contact CASO. A student organization directory is available, upon request, in the CASO office or at www.studentorgs.txstate.edu.

Back to Top

Greek Affairs

www.studentorgs.txstate.edu/greek
Greek_Affairs@txstate.edu
LBJ Student Center 4-11.1 | 512.245.3219 

CASO provides education, programming, support and administration for the activities of the Greek Governing Councils (IFC, MGC, NPHC and Panhellenic) and each of their member organizations. It serves as liaison to Texas State and San Marcos in affairs affecting those in the Greek community.

CASO also supervises the activities of the Order of Omega (Greek Honor Organization), SOE (Standards of Excellence), Rho Lambda (Panhellenic Honor Society), Greeks Advocating the Mature Management of Alcohol (GAMMA) and the 4 Square Tournament co-sponsored with St. Jude's Children Research Hospital.

Back to Top

 

Honor Society (Phi Eta Sigma)

www.studentorgs.txstate.edu/phietasigma
phietasigma78666@yahoo.com

Phi Eta Sigma National Freshmen Honor Society inducts undergraduate students in the spring semester of their freshman year based on their academic performance from the previous fall semester.

All freshmen with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 and no more than 20 transfer hours are eligible to join. Notification of this honor is sent to students early during the spring semester. Phi Eta Sigma is a student organization that continues its efforts beyond the freshman year with educational, service-oriented and social opportunities.

Back to Top

Interfraternity Council (IFC)

http://txstateifc.theginsystem.com/
ifc@txstate.edu
LBJ Student Center 4-6.3 | 512.245.1635
Fraternities are college men's organizations that emphasize social activities, leadership and friendship. They encourage scholarship among members, participate in campus events and contribute to community service projects. You can meet fraternity members as a group during Formal Recruitment, when new members are chosen.

The IFC is the governing body for fraternities in the North-American Interfraternity Conference. Included among its responsibilities are conducting Formal Recruitment in the spring and fall, operating a student judicial system for member fraternities, and providing programming for the member chapters, which include:

• Alpha Tau Omega
• Delta Tau Delta
• Kappa Alpha Order
• Kappa Sigma
• Lambda Chi Alpha
• Omega Delta Phi
• Phi Kappa Psi
• Phi Delta Theta
• Pi Kappa Phi
• Sigma Chi
• Sigma Nu
• Sigma Pi
• Sigma Tau Gamma

Back to Top

Multicultural Greek Council (MGC)

www.txstategreeks.com
mgc@txstate.edu
LBJ Student Center 4-8.5 | 512.245.1481

The MGC is the governing body for sororities and fraternities affiliated with the National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations, Inc. The council serves as a coordinating body for all formal recruitment activities, social activities, workshops, seminars and community service projects in which the following member fraternities and sororities are engaged:

Sororities

• Kappa Delta Chi
• Chi Upsilon Sigma
• Sigma Delta Lambda
• Sigma Lambda Gamma

Fraternities

• Alpha Psi Lambda
• Lambda Theta Phi
• Phi Iota Alpha
• Sigma Lambda Beta

Back to Top

National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. (NPHC)

www.studentorgs.txstate.edu/nphc/
nphc@txstate.edu
LBJ Student Center 4-8.4 | 512.245.1633

The NHPC is the chief governing body for all historically African-American sororities and fraternities that are affiliated with the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. The council serves as a coordinating body for all social activities, workshops, seminars and community service projects of the following member sororities and fraternities.

Sororities

• Delta Sigma Theta
• Zeta Phi Beta

Fraternities

• Alpha Phi Alpha
• Phi Beta Sigma
• Kappa Alpha Psi
• Omega Psi Phi

Back to Top

Non-Traditional Students Organization (NTSO)

www.studentorgs.txstate.edu/ntso/
ntso@txstate.edu
LBJ Student Center 4-3.1 | 512.245.4923

NTSO addresses the needs of students age 24 or older, or those who are married, single parents, veteran/military or commuters/transfer students-anyone who considers themselves to be a non-traditional college student. The organization provides a support network, learning atmosphere and social activities, as well as the oppurtunity to integrate into campus life. NTSO sponsors events throughout the year, participates in campus-wide events including tailgating, Bobcat Build and Homecoming, and holds a recognition banquet for graduating seniors at the end of each semester. Proceeds from food sales go to a $500 scholarship given to an active member each long semester. Annual membership dues of $10 help defray the cost of programs and services.

Back to Top

Panhellenic Association

http://www.txstatepanhellenic.com/
Panhellenic@txstate.edu
LBJ Student Center 4-6.2 | 512.245.1664

A sorority is a women’s organization devoted to friendship, fellowship, scholarship, personal development, leadership and community service. Chapters at Texas State are members of international organizations that promote the same ideals. New students become acquainted with the various sororities during Formal and Informal Recruitment, which is the selection period for new members.

The Panhellenic Association is the chief governing body for sororities affiliated with the National Panhellenic Conference. It serves as chief coordinator and sponsor of most Panhellenic campus programs and recruitment activities, promoting cooperation among its member sororities, which include:

• Alpha Delta Pi
• Alpha Xi Delta
• Chi Omega
• Delta Gamma
• Delta Zeta
• Zeta Tau Alpha

Back to Top

Residence Hall Association (RHA)

rha@txstate.edu
Arnold Hall Administration Building, second floor
512.245.RHA1 (7421)

The RHA provides a voice for residence hall students. It is the umbrella organization for all the individual hall councils. Each residence hall has such a council that organizes and coordinates programs to improve the social, cultural, recreational and intellectual atmosphere. The residence hall councils and the RHA address issues that surface regarding living conditions in the halls. Contact your hall director for information about getting involved in your hall council and in RHA.

Back to Top

Student Association for Campus Activities (SACA)

www.lbjsc.txstate.edu/saca
saca@txstate.edu
LBJ Student Center 4-4.1 | 512.245.8263

SACA organizes free educational, entertainment, cultural and social programs for the entire student body. All students are encouraged to become members of SACA and join in the fun of coordinating programs on campus.

Recently, SACA has organized the Battle of the Bands, Casino Night, Acoustic Music Nights and Poetry Slams. The association sponsors Riverfest, which has featured artists like Blue October, Cross Canadian Ragweed, Nelly and Paul Wall. It also has scheduled lectures by Maya Angelou, Andrew Young and Spike Lee, and it even shows current blockbuster movies.  

SACA also organizes many special activities for current students for the annual Homecoming celebration, including:

• annual talent show, where the Gaillardians (Texas State all-campus favorites) and the members of the homecoming court are announced
• powder puff tournament for women and a 3-on-3 basketball tournament for men
• soapbox derby, presented by the Order of the Omega Greek Honor Society
• A tailgate and spirit rally led by the Texas State Band and cheerleaders on game day
• halftime show that includes the presentation of the homecoming court and the announcements of the homecoming king and queen

SACA events are free of charge and open to all faculty, staff, students and community members. SACA leaders are elected each April and serve one-year, paid terms in office.

Back to Top

Student Foundation

www.sfoundation.dos.txstate.edu
LBJ Student Center 5-9.1 | 512.245.2124

Student Foundation is a Texas State charter student organization under the auspices of the Office of the Dean of Students. It is a select group of Texas State student leaders who serve the university by promoting the positive image of Texas State through involvement in presidential, alumni and community events, as well as special programming. Foundation members are selected each semester, and selection criteria emphasizes involvement in campus activities, leadership and commitment to Texas State.

Back to Top

Student Organizations Council (SOC)

www.studentorgs.txstate.edu
soc@txstate.edu
LBJ Student Center 4-7.5 | 512.245.4245

The SOC is a representative body and chartered governing council recognized by Texas State. The SOC provides direction and support for all registered student organizations at the university.

The officers consist of 10 members who represent different types of student organizations at Texas State:

• President
• Vice President
• Director of Public Relations and Special Events
• Secretary
• Director of Educational Programming
• Director of Outreach
• Outreach Coordinators (four)

SOC coordinates the following activities for student organizations:

• Student organizations fairs (fall and spring)
• Educational workshops
• Thanksgiving canned food drive
• President’s meetings (two per semester)
• Texas State Leadership Exchange Conference
• Organization and Service Awards
• SOC funding requests for organizational activities
• Allocation and review of organization workspaces

The SOC is also charged with initiating special projects and programs that benefit registered student organizations. The organization helps to enforce the tenets of the Student Organizations Handbook and make recommendations for policies and procedures that affect student organizations. Weekly meetings are held, during which applications for new student organizations are reviewed, funding hearings are conducted, and workspace allocations are reviewed. SOC members are selected each April for one-year terms.

There are as many as 300 registered student organizations on campus in 13 categories:

• academic
• chartered
• Greek
• honors
• multicultural
• political
• professional
• recreational
• religious
• residence halls
• service
• special interest
• sports clubs

Back to Top

Underrepresented Student Advisory Council (USAC)

LBJ Student Center 5-2.2 | 512.245.2278

The USAC supports programming and leadership development for various recognized, non-Greek, Texas State student organizations. The council welcomes and supports organizations whose membership includes persons from groups that continue to be underrepresented in higher education. The mission of member organizations must emphasize the promotion of diversity and equal opportunity initiatives in support of a global society and social justice.

Back to Top

University Ambassadors

http://uambassadors.admissions.txstate.edu/
txstateambassadors@yahoo.com
Texas State Visitor Center
601 University Dr. | 512.245.8871

University Ambassadors is a chartered volunteer organization designed to showcase strong leadership. Its members act as hosts for Texas State. University Ambassadors assist the Office of Undergraduate Admissions in the recruitment of a talented and diverse student population and help Alumni Affairs and the Parents Association with various events throughout the year.

Ambassadors are also hosts to thousands of high school students, families and visitors during events such as Bobcat Days, Scholars Weekends and many other special events held on campus.

Membership is restricted to students who successfully complete a competitive selection process. Ambassadors build strong leadership skills through the many events and activities they assist with throughout the year. Anyone interested in becoming an ambassador should contact the organization for a membership application, deadline and interview information.

Back to Top