DEPARTMENT OF STUDENT GROUP AFFAIRS

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DEPARTMENT OF STUDENT GROUP AFFAIRS |

Director

Brianna Thomas

Appointed by President Jalen Rose sasga@albany.edu

The Department of Student Group Affairs acts as the liaison between all 200+ student groups on campus and the Student Association. Working with students to help create new organizations while promoting and uplifting all organizations on campus.

In her role as Director, Brianna, works closely with various student organizations to foster collaboration, ensure proper representation, and manage the resources and support available to student groups across campus.

Brianna’s leadership experience includes serving as Vice President and Public Relations Chair for UAlbany P.U.L.S.E. (Powerful United Ladies Striving to Elevate), where she demonstrated strong organizational and communication skills, helping to promote the organization and manage its public relations efforts. Her experience in managing PR campaigns and coordinating events for student organizations has equipped her with the tools necessary to effectively lead and support student groups at UAlbany.

Organization Structure

  • The President is the chief executive officer of the organization, responsible for providing overall leadership and direction. The President has the authority to create or disband offices, govern the membership, and oversee all events, activities, and amendments to the constitution. This role includes signatory authority, and the President may delegate responsibilities to other officers while ensuring these tasks are executed effectively.

  • The Vice President supports the President in managing the organization’s affairs and is responsible for overseeing other offices within the organization. This role involves assisting the President with various matters and stepping in to lead meetings or events in the President’s absence to maintain order. The Vice-President plays a crucial role in outreach efforts, focusing on growing organizational membership and promoting events through various channels, including social media. This ensures that the organization remains active and engaged with the campus community.

  • The Treasurer is tasked with managing the organization’s financial records, including budgeting, tracking expenses, and organizing fundraising activities. This role is critical for maintaining the financial health of the organization, ensuring that all income and expenditures are properly documented and reported. The Treasurer also has signatory authority, allowing them to authorize financial transactions on behalf of the organization. Additionally, the Treasurer is responsible for planning and executing fundraising efforts to support the organization’s activities, while keeping the Executive Board and general membership informed about the organization’s financial status.

  • The Secretary is responsible for maintaining all records of the organization, including taking and preserving minutes from meetings and documenting the details of events. This role is essential for ensuring that all organizational activities are properly recorded and that important information is communicated effectively. The Secretary handles official communication, such as sending out announcements, coordinating logistics for meetings and events, and securing meeting spaces. Often working in collaboration with the Programming Director, the Secretary ensures that all administrative tasks are completed efficiently to support the smooth operation of the organization.

  • The Public Relations Chair is tasked with managing the organization’s image and communication with the broader campus community. This role focuses on recruiting and retaining members, as well as promoting the organization’s events and activities. The Public Relations Chair is responsible for creating and distributing promotional materials, including flyers and social media content, to encourage student involvement. Additionally, the PR Chair works closely with the Secretary to ensure that all communications about meetings and events are timely and effective. The ultimate goal of this role is to increase awareness and participation in the organization’s activities.

  • The Faculty Advisor serves as a mentor and guide for the organization, providing support and ensuring that the group’s activities align with university policies and educational objectives. This role involves offering advice to the Executive Board and helping the organization navigate both academic and administrative challenges. The Faculty Advisor acts as a liaison between the organization and the university administration, facilitating communication and ensuring that the organization’s actions are in line with broader institutional goals. By providing this support, the Faculty Advisor plays a key role in the organization’s success and sustainability.

New Student Group Registration

The New Group Registration Form is an essential document for any new student organization at the University at Albany seeking official recognition by the Student Association. This form must be completed and submitted to the Student Association Office to ensure your group is recognized, included in the master list of student organizations, and eligible for Student Association support and correspondences.

The form is designed to capture all necessary information about your new student group, including the names and contact details of your Executive Board members. This information is required to maintain your group’s recognition status and to facilitate communication between your organization and the Student Association.

Required Information:

  • Your group’s intended name.

  • Contact details, including a generic email address that will serve as the primary contact point for all Student Association communications.

  • Detailed contact information for each member of your Executive Board, including the President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, Public Relations Chair/Marketing, and Faculty Advisor.

    Submitting this form accurately and promptly is crucial. Failure to do so may jeopardize your group’s recognition and its ability to receive communications from the Student Association, which are vital for the group’s operations and sustainability.

After filling out this form, return it to the Student Association Office as quickly as possible. This step is mandatory for your group to be eligible for permanent recognition by the university, which opens up further opportunities for funding, resources, and support from the Student Association.

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