{"id":1712,"date":"2020-08-25T15:23:54","date_gmt":"2020-08-25T19:23:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/scld\/?page_id=1712"},"modified":"2025-09-15T11:34:18","modified_gmt":"2025-09-15T15:34:18","slug":"join-register-or-create-an-organization","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/scld\/student-engagement\/join-register-or-create-an-organization\/","title":{"rendered":"Join or Start a Student Club"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:47px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Joining or Starting a club is a great way to get involved at York University! Explore this page to learn more about how to get connected to current Student Organizations (Student Clubs and Governments) or learn about the process to start your own! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id1712_666317-c8 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:10px;}.kt-accordion-id1712_666317-c8 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{border-top:0px solid transparent;border-right:1px solid transparent;border-bottom:1px solid transparent;border-left:1px solid transparent;background:#ffffff;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id1712_666317-c8 .wp-block-kadence-pane .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header{border-top:1px solid #eeeeee;border-right:1px 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.kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible{border-top:1px solid #d4d4d4;border-right:1px solid #d4d4d4;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;border-left:2px solid #d4d4d4;}.kt-accordion-id1712_666317-c8 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible, .kt-accordion-id1712_666317-c8 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top:1px solid #eeeeee;border-right:1px solid #eeeeee;border-bottom:1px solid #eeeeee;border-left:2px solid #0e9cd1;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id1712_666317-c8 kt-accordion-has-7-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane1712_765ccc-8d\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Finding and Joining a Club<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/yuconnect.yorku.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">yuconnect.yorku.ca<\/a>&nbsp;and click on&nbsp;<strong>Login.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Login to the system through your Passport York account.&nbsp;<strong><em>Note:<\/em><\/strong><em>&nbsp;The YU Connect system is only available to community members with an active Passport York Account.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill out a personal profile and add things like your name, contact information and profile picture.&nbsp; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore active <a href=\"https:\/\/yuconnect.yorku.ca\/club_signup\">student clubs and student governments<\/a> and request to join<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane1712_06bb96-4b\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Starting a Club<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>If you have a passion or idea that is not represented in any of the existing student organizations, you are welcome to create a new one.&nbsp; Keep in mind that you cannot create more than one organization per year nor can you be the signing officer for more than one organization at a given time.&nbsp; To apply to start a new organization, follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/yuconnect.yorku.ca\/club_signup\">YuConnect's Group Directory<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/yuconnect.yorku.ca\/group_approval_entry?group_type_lookup=25437\">Register new Student Club<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the steps in the application process and review your submission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click&nbsp;<strong>Submit<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-7 kt-pane1712_c03946-51\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What do I need to start a student club? <\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>Starting a club at York University involves several steps and meeting specific requirements. Follow this guide to ensure a smooth application process:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Choose a Name for Your Club<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The club name <strong>must not use \"York\" or \"York University\"<\/strong> in the official title.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may indicate the club\u2019s location with phrases like <strong>\u201cat York\u201d<\/strong>.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Example: Use <strong>\u201cChess Club at York\u201d (abbreviated to CCY)<\/strong>, but not <strong>\u201cYCC\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Assemble Your Executive Team<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify and list club officers such as:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>President<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vice President<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Treasurer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any additional positions as needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gather contact information for each officer:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full Name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Title\/Role<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email Address<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Recruit Members<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prepare a membership list with:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full names of all members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indication of student status (York or non-York)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Membership requirements:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Minimum <strong>15 active members<\/strong> who are currently registered York students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>80% of members must be York University students.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Academic Student Clubs: No minimum membership but still require a membership list.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Draft a Club Constitution<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create a constitution that complies with the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/secretariat\/policies\/policies\/regulation-regarding-student-organizations\/#:~:text=Winters%20College%20Council-,SCHEDULE%20C,Constitutional%20Requirements%20for%20Recognized%20Unincorporated%20Student%20Organizations,-The%20Regulation%20Regarding\">Regulation Regarding Student Organizations<\/a><\/strong> at York University.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This document should outline the club's purpose, structure, and operating procedures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Complete Clubs 101 Training<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure that all club executives complete the <strong>Clubs 101 training program<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Obtain proof of completion to include in your application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Meet Additional Recognition Requirements (if applicable)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on your club's focus, you may need to fulfill additional requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Academic Clubs:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Must affiliate with the relevant <strong>academic department or Faculty<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Obtain approval from the department or Faculty before registration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Athletic Clubs:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Undergo an additional review by the <strong>Athletics &amp; Recreation Department<\/strong> to meet safety and documentation requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/yorkulions.ca\/sports\/2013\/4\/15\/GEN_0415134558.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Athletics &amp; Recreations Clubs website<\/a><\/strong> for detailed steps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Religious and Faith-Based Clubs:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join the <strong>Inter-Faith Council (IFC)<\/strong> of York University.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adhere to the IFC\u2019s <strong>Three Pillars of Tolerance<\/strong> and ensure no similar clubs exist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Include all required documentation:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Club name and executive list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Membership list with active members identified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Constitution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of Clubs 101 completion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For additional guidance, consult the <strong>Regulation Regarding Student Organizations<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane1712_8eb00d-b5\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Re-register an existing student club or student government<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/yuconnect.yorku.ca\/club_signup\">YuConnect's Group Directory<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Search your student organization. Click&nbsp;\"Group Re-Registration\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the steps in the application process and review your submission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click&nbsp;<strong>Submit<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:39px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Timeline for Application and Recognition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:37px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Re-Registering an Existing Club<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Student Club Recognition expires annually on September 30. All Student Organizations are required to register annually. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Registration Period: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>June 2 - September 30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: Dates are subject to change<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Starting a New Club<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Students may start a new club through 2 registration periods<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Registration Periods: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>June 2 - September 30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winter Registration<\/strong>&nbsp;opens:&nbsp;<strong>December 8, 2025 &nbsp;<\/strong>and closes: January 16, 2026 (final)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note:<br>While Winter applications open on&nbsp;<strong>December 8<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>they will not be processed until staff return on January 5, 2026<\/strong>. We encourage students to submit their applications early to ensure timely review once processing begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: Dates are subject to change<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:36px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/yuconnect.yorku.ca\">Visit YU Connect<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:106px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Clubs 101<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All Student Club Executives &amp; Signing Officers must complete Clubs 101 Modules. Failure to meet this requirement will void Recognition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/eclass.yorku.ca\/course\/view.php?id=148310\">Clubs 101 Modules<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:47px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Questions? 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