Advisor Resources

To Our Recognized Student Organization Advisors,

We Appreciate You! Advisors play a vital role in the success and development of student organizations at West Chester University. Your contributions ranging from offering guidance and institutional knowledge to demonstrating unwavering support, have an golden impact on campus life. The Office of Student Engagement is committed to supporting you in your advising journey. We offer a variety of resources and programs designed to equip you with the tools and information needed to thrive in your role. We encourage advisors to actively engage with student leaders, attend executive meetings, support organization events, and serve as a liaison between students and the University. Advising can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Your mentorship not only helps shape student organizations but can also leave a lasting impression on the students you support. Thank you for all that you do!

Student Organization Monthly Advisor Workshops

The Student Organization Monthly Advisor Workshops provide training opportunities for faculty and staff advisors to improve their ability to work well with student organizations. They are offered once a month and typically last one hour. Topics address the various elements involved in ensuring the success and sustainability of all student organizations. These topics also address student development theory in order for the advisors to understand the multitude of issues that college students deal with, both as students and as individuals.

  • Upcoming Fall Advisor Workshop Dates Coming Soon!

Clery Act (Campus Security Authorities (CSAs)

Campus Security Authorities (CSAs) are individuals and organizations at the University who, because of the function of their position within the University, have an obligation under the Clery Act to notify the University of alleged Clery Act Crimes reported to them in good faith, or Clery Act Crimes they may personally witness.

CSA REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • If a Campus Security Authority receives information of an alleged Clery Act crime or personally witnesses an alleged Clery Act Crime they should report the crime directly to the University Police by calling 911 or 610-436-3311.
  • It is NOT the role of the CSA to investigate the allegation to determine whether the crime occurred and/or confront or apprehend the alleged perpetrator of the crime.
  • That is the role of law enforcement.  Neither is it the CSA’s responsibility to try and convince a victim to contact law enforcement if the victim chooses not to do so.
  • Your most important role as a CSA is to report all the information you witness or the reporting party provides to you.If you have questions regarding whether you are or are not a CSA please contact the Clery Compliance Officer at 610-436-3512 or clery@wcupa.edu.

Advisor Needs Assessment

Advisor Needs Assessment: 
To better understand the needs of our students and improve our advisory support, we are conducting a needs assessment survey. Your insights and feedback are invaluable in shaping our advisory strategies. Please complete the Student Organization Advisor Needs Assessment form.

SSI Policies & Procedures

Student Services inc., or SSI, is involved in “all things financial” for our student clubs and organizations. 

The purpose of this manual is to familiarize yourself with the responsibilities of your organization and to understand the relationship among Student Services, Inc. (SSI), the Student Government Association (SGA), and West Chester University (WCU). It is primarily intended as a guide to help manage the funds of your organization.

Student Organization Recognition Policy

This policy establishes guidelines for the recognition of undergraduate student organizations at West Chester University of Pennsylvania (WCUPA). The aim is to ensure that all student organizations operate within the framework of the University’s mission and values, fostering an environment of inclusion, respect, and academic excellence.  The University recognizes student organizations in accordance with procedures and criteria set forth in this Policy. This policy is owned by the Office of Student Engagement and provides a uniform set of criteria and guidelines by which student organizations will be formally recognized. This policy also sets forth the privileges of recognition and standards for maintaining recognition. 

RamConnect Training

For RamConnect general training or additional information please view the below links:

• RamConnect For Organizations

• Getting Started with RamConnect 

 • SLI Youtube Trainings 

Interested in Serving as an Advisor

Interested in becoming an advisor to a student organization? Student Organizations are always looking for Faculty/Staff Advisors. Please fill out the form below to express your interest and we will add you to the list that is shared with student organizations looking for advisors.

Contact engagement@wcupa.edu for any support you might need! 

 

Interested in being an advisor to a student organization? Email engagement@wcupa.edu