Want to start an organization?

Before creating a new organization, review the current organizations in GatorConnect to see if there is an existing group that has the same name or a similar purpose/goal. If no organization currently exists, follow the steps below to create an organization.

1. Have a minimum of 10 members, three of whom will serve as either President, Vice President, or Treasurer.
2. Have a Student Organization Advisor who is a full-time, salaried faculty or staff member at the University of Florida.
3. Complete a New Student Organization Proposal Form through GatorConnect. Below is information required for the form:
   • Organization Name
   • Purpose of the proposed organization (i.e. – goals, values, and function)
   • How the organization will contribute to the University’s mission
   • Need for this organization (include how current departments, offices, organizations, and/or programs are not currently meeting this need)
   • Target, or intended, members for this organization
   • Benefits to organization's intended audience
4. Upon approval of the proposal form, attend a New Student Organization Information Session.
   • Two sessions are offered each month.
   • Upon approval, the officers will have two months to complete the Information Session (month of approval and subsequent month).
5. Submit an Electronic Registration through GatorConnect after attending a New Student Organization Information Session.
   • Must be submitted within a month of attending the Information Session.
   • A constitution is required as part of the registration process. Use the Constitution Requirements to create your organization’s constitution. A Constitution example can be found here.