Student Clubs and Organizations
Student Clubs
Do you like knitting? Gaming? Hitting the court? Or experimenting with 3D printing? There’s a student club at WSU Vancouver that’s ready to welcome you.
From Fiber Arts Club and WSU Gamers to Tennis Club and Maker 3D Club, student organizations reflect the wide range of interests, identities, skills and energy on campus.
Whether you want to pursue a passion, make friends, stay active, build leadership or professional skills or just try something new, you’ll find ways to make your time on campus exciting and meaningful.
Explore current clubs in WSU Involve or start something new.
Activities and Events
Get out, meet fellow VanCougs, and jump into campus life.
Throughout the year, you’ll find workshops, performances, lectures, game nights, service projects, movie screenings and more happening across campus. From casual hangouts to campus-wide traditions like the Back-to-School Barbeque and Spring Gala, there are plenty of ways for VanCougs to show up, have fun and try something new.
Want to help make these events happen? Join the Student Activities Board and help bring events to life on campus.
Interested in cultural programs and identity-focused experiences? The Center for Intercultural Learning and Affirmation partners with student clubs to host cultural celebrations, workshops, and other events.
Student government
Have a voice in campus life through the Associated Students of Washington State University Vancouver.
Run for office, serve on boards or advocate for student priorities. As part of student government, you’ll work with campus leaders and state officials to help shape decisions that impact the campus community.
Student media
Help tell the story of WSU Vancouver through The VanCougar newsmagazine, KOUG Radio or Salmon Creek Journal.
Whether you want to write for a journalism beat, host a talk show or create poetry, there’s a place for your creativity on campus.
From writing, broadcasting and designing to photographing or producing behind the scenes, you’ll gain hands-on experience and a platform to make your voice heard.
Student Organization Resources
Support, guidance and resources are available to help you succeed. Forms and resources related to the following topics and more are available:
- Facilities use policy—space reservation, advertising polices, fundraising on campus
- How to travel—procedures and forms
- How to spend funds—club and S&A
- Frequently used vendors
Learn how to start a club
1. Check existing organizations
Before starting something new, review the list of Registered Student Organizations on WSU Involve to be sure a similar group doesn’t already exist. If you don’t see an organization that matches your goals, continue to the next step.
See if there is a club for you
2. Build your membership and find your people
A minimum of three currently enrolled WSU Vancouver students is required to establish a Registered Student Organization. All members and officers must be enrolled WSU students.
3. Secure a faculty or staff advisor
Each organization must have an advisor who is a WSU Vancouver faculty or staff member. Advisors provide guidance and help organizations navigate university policies.
4. Complete officer training
At least two officers must complete the Registered Student Organization Orientation before the organization can be approved. Contact van.slil@wsu.edu for upcoming training dates.
5. Draft your constitution
Your constitution outlines your organization’s name, mission, and purpose, along with policies and procedures for membership, leadership roles, meetings, elections, and other operations unique to your group. A constitution template is available. Contact the Student Involvement team to get started.
6. Register on WSU Involve
Submit the Organization Registration Form in WSU Involve below to finalize your registration and become an officially recognized student organization.
Ready to begin? Submit your materials through WSU Involve.
All clubs and student organizations must re-register at the start of each academic year to remain active on campus. Email the Student Leadership and Connection Advisor for guidance or questions about the re-registration process.
Additional forms and tools commonly used by clubs are available to support planning, travel, space requests, and purchases.
The Associated Students of Washington State University Vancouver is your student government. It is a voice for your interests and needs as a student.
Elected and appointed student leaders:
- Advocate for student concerns to campus administrators and state representatives
- Plan student activities and events
- Provide leadership opportunities for students