About RSO's

Being involved with an RSO at the University of Wyoming is a great way to get involved on campus. Why you ask?

Because...these reasons (and more!):

• Meet and make new friends.
• Pursue special interests or hobbies.
• Develop your leadership and communication skills.
• Express support for and contribute to a cause or purpose you strongly believe in.
• Gain opportunities for professional development.
• Interact with faculty, staff, students and the community.
• Participate in local, regional and national student and professional activities.
• Develop a closer alliance with the University.

Okay, so what are the benefits of being a Recognized Student Organization (RSO)?

We're glad you asked this too! RSOs get many great free services. For example: 

• Free use of space in the Wyoming Union
• Free Branding Iron ads
• Use of the poster run and the digital signage in the Union
• Poster making supplies for example -- butcher paper, extra large markers, letter cutouts and more!
• Ability to request funding from ASUW for programs, events, and conference registration fees
• Advertising on the campus calendar
• Free leadership and club development consultation
• Many more services that we're adding!

That sounds super awesome, how do I find an organization that is a right fit for me?

Well, shucks - we're glad you asked. There are a few ways:

• Check out how to join an org here.
• If you can't find an organization for you, you can consider starting your own club or organization (psst...we've got the benefits of having your own club below). There are a few stipulations that you must follow, but we try to make it as painless as possible.
• If starting a new group or joining an existing one isn't your thing - that's OKAY. But before you go - we have a few other recommendations for you get involved at UW:
  • Go Greek - Joining a fraternity or sorority is a GREAT way to make connections and make new friends.
  • Join Your Student Government - Also known as ASUW; every fee-paying student is already a member so why not get involved with something you are already paying for? Have your voice heard!
  • Serve the Community - Our sister office, SLCE (Service, Leadership, and Community Engagement), organizes plenty of opportunities for you to serve the community while you're getting your education - everything from the annual Big Event to the Alternative Breaks program. 
  • Get Active - Our neighbors over in Half Acre have great (new) facilities and programs such as intramural sports or their outdoor program.