Responsibilities (DO)

• Make Final Decisions or Act as the Decision-Maker for the Club
• Assist members with planning, supervising, and evaluating efforts of club to provide meaningful social, cultural, and recreational opportunities.
• Promote dialogue between members, administration, student leaders and college community.
• Assist with determining realistic goals for the club and evaluate the club’s progress towards those goals.
• Serve as a sounding board, off which club members can bounce new ideas.
• Provide opportunity and guidance for members to gain experience in leadership and
• interpersonal relationships.
• Provide logistical support.
• Resolve conflicts between club members and/or officers.
• Stay informed about policies that could influence the club’s decisions and programs.
• Facilitate communication and interaction with campus departments.
• Provide continuity and stability as student leadership changes.
• Provide an outside view or perspective.
• Provide the club with connections.
• Help deal with organizational crises.
• Give honest feedback to club members.
• Attend official club functions and programs, as well as those held outside regular club hours, to supervise and maintain facilities, policies and participant safety.
• Communicate club needs and events to Student Life & Leadership Office.
• Be well-informed about all plans and activities of the club through regular attendance at meetings and/or frequent communication with officers.
• Conform to the educational purpose of our college as it relates to club activities, programs and personnel.
• Counsel club members as needed so that academic standing is maintained.
• Ensure that all club funds are accounted for and reimbursements prepared according to the Constitution and Bylaws processes and in compliance with our school regulations

TOPIC OF INTERESTS (DISCUSS)

• Club Philosophy
• Constitutions and Bylaws
• Club Strategy
• Club Execution/Tactics
• Endgame or Goals
• Rules & Regulations
• New Club Initiatives/Projects
• New Campaigns
• School Updates
• Member Needs and Challenges
• Fundraising and Budgeting

DECISION-MAKING POWER (DECIDE)

• External Communication: For significant external communication such as press releases or website content, the adviser may review and offer suggestions, with final approval from officers.
• Club Rules and Procedures: The adviser works with officers to draft and implement club rules and procedures, ensuring they align with school policies.
• Budget and Resource Allocation: The adviser assists officers in developing a budget and allocates resources (equipment, materials) considering the club’s needs and adviser’s approval.
• Event and Activity Approval: The adviser works with officers to approve club events and activities, ensuring they align with the club’s goals and school regulations.
• Fundraising Strategies: The adviser works with officers to brainstorm and implement fundraising strategies, ensuring they adhere to school policies.
• Disciplinary Actions: For serious disciplinary issues, the adviser consults with officers to determine appropriate actions, adhering to school guidelines.
• Club Constitution Amendments: The adviser reviews proposed amendments to the club constitution for clarity and adherence to school policies, offering recommendations before officer vote.
• Club Schedule and Meeting Times: The adviser works with officers to finalize the club meeting schedule and event timings, considering school availability and member needs.