Advising for Student Organizations

• Self-Directed We place the highest value on Student Organizations being self-directed; as such we do not require student organizations to appoint faculty and/or staff advisors.
• Collaboration We do encourage student organizations to "cast a wide net” and collaborate or consult with faculty, staff, and alumni based on shared interests and expertise.
• For Students, By Students We expect that student organization events are planned and executed by student leaders.
• Advising and Records Advising is offered through our central office at 313 Morrison Hall. All financial records for student organizations are kept in this office and all event registrations are processed there.

Start a New Group

Don't see an organization that meets your interest? Consider registering a new group. To establish a new undergraduate student organization, please submit an application to the Student Group Recognition Committee. 

Your application will be reviewed by the members of the committee and you will be asked to appear before the committee to present your application, demonstrate familiarity with University policies, and answer questions. Applicants will be notified of the committee's decision via email.

Re-Register or Reactivate a Group

To re-register an existing group or to reactivate a dormant group, please visit the student organization re-registration page. 

New Officer Resources

• Update Group Officer Information Please update your group’s officer information in OSOPS and MyPrincetonU so that we’re able to contact you with important updates and information.
• Meet the ODUS Staff We recommend setting up a meeting with members of the ODUS staff to review policies, procedures, and financial information. Email the ODUS Program Coordinator if you would like to discuss any of these topics.

Set up a New Group Meeting with ODUS

If your organization receives recognition from the SGRC, please set up a New Group Meeting with ODUS. The meeting will allow you to familiarize yourself with ODUS staff and perform the following requirements:

1. Register your group via the ODUS Student Organization Processing System
   1. Provide officer information
   2. Register for a group netID
   3. Register for a group ListServ (optional)
2. Review policies and funding resources
3. Receive your group's unique chart string
4. Request access to the University's financial system (Treasurers only)

Set up Email, ListServs and Websites

• Group Email Account All student organizations are required to have a netID and Princeton email account. This email address will serve as the primary method of communication from ODUS and other University offices to your group. It will also be listed on the ODUS web director of student organizations. You can request a netID for your group via OSOPS
• Lost Email Passwords Visit this site to reset your group's email password.
• Listservs Group email lists (ListServs) can be requested here Once you have created your ListServ, you can make changes and updates using the List Owner Dashboard
• Websites All Princeton netIDs (including student org netIDs) are given free web server space. Student organizations can also use the Princeton WordPress service.