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Resources

Support Strong Student Organizations.

Practical guidance for faculty and staff advisors helping student leaders build healthy, sustainable organizations.

Resources

Advisors Help Leadership Take Root.

Advisors help student leaders build responsible, sustainable organizations by offering perspective, asking thoughtful questions, and connecting decisions to University expectations.

Advisor toolkit

Guidance for Every Stage.

Use these topics to understand the advisor role, prepare for common organization needs, and know when to connect with OSEL for guidance.

Advisor Expectations

Understand the role, boundaries, and responsibilities of an organization advisor.

Advisor Handbook

Access central guidance for supporting recognized organizations.

Risk Management

Help student leaders identify concerns and plan responsible programs.

Financial Responsibilities

Support appropriate budgeting, purchasing, reimbursements, and fundraising.

Supporting Student Leaders

Coach students while preserving meaningful student ownership.

Officer Transition

Help organizations maintain continuity between leadership teams.

Conflict Resolution

Navigate disagreements with fairness, clarity, and University support.

University Policies

Connect organization decisions to current institutional expectations.

Advisor Training

Participate in required and recommended development opportunities.

Engage. Lead. Belong.

Your Next Step Starts Here.

Connect with the Office of Student Engagement & Leadership and find your place in the life of Claflin University.