THE DIVISION OF STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

The Division of Student Organizations is the arm of Student Government devoted to the promotion of club activity on campus.  The DSO works with all recognized campus organizations, assisting them in gaining official approval, requesting funding and promotion of their events.

A new division to Student Government created in 2003, it currently consists of a Vice President for Student Organizations (VPSO) who handles all responsibilities for the division.

What follows is the constitutional outline of the DFA, which should give you a clear picture of its organization and purpose.  If you have any questions, please come to the Student Government Office on the first floor of the Memorial Union.

SECTION 1 - PURPOSE

It shall be the purpose of the Division of Student Organizations to promote the activities of student organizations at the University of Maine and to assist in the programs each take part in.

SECTION 2 - ORGANIZATION

The Division of Student Organizations shall consist of the Vice President for Student Organizations, and all recognized Student Organizations, classified by type.

SECTION 3 - VICE-PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS (VPSO)

A.     Shall be appointed by the outgoing President of Student Government, with the advice and approval of the GSS.  If for any reason the position of VPSO should fall vacant, the current President of Student Government will appoint a new VPSO with the advice and approval of the GSS.

B.     Shall be responsible for maintaining a list of active and inactive Student Government recognized clubs, the officers of those clubs, the dates of all club elections, and the official membership of all clubs.

C.     Shall regularly keep in contact with all clubs, so they may be informed regarding Student Government activities, as well as rights and responsibilities of club status.

D.     Shall assist all clubs seeking the various stages of approval from the GSS.

E.      Shall have the authority to approve club re-activation.

F.      Shall maintain all paperwork dealing with club approval and membership.

G.     May be removed from office as stated in the Student Government Employment Policies.

H.     Shall perform such other duties as directed by the President or Vice President of Student Government or the GSS.

SECTION 4 – DIVISION POLICIES

The Division of Student Organizations shall maintain a set of policies to govern the operations of the division.  These Student Organization policies shall be subject to amendment by a 2/3 vote of the GSS.