Responsibilities of a recognized student organization

• Have a clearly defined lawful purpose and mission statement;
• Maintain at least three members of the group that are taking 6 undergraduate or 5 graduate credits and are responsible for the leadership of the organization;
• Maintain at least five active members of the organization;
• Be open to new membership and /or involvement;
• Have a clearly advertised way for interested students to contact the group and respond to requests for information in a timely manner;
• Maintain communication with the assigned Advisor;
• Conduct affairs in a lawful and ethical manner and in accordance with the organization constitution and bylaws, as well as in accordance with University policies and procedures, city ordinances, state statutes, and Federal laws;
• Demonstrate compliance with Portland State's prohibition of discrimination on the basis of rac, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, maritial status, disability, disabled veteran and Vietnam-era veteran status except for those gender qualifications directly relevant to the organizational purpose;
• Fulfil all student organization requirements, including mandatory trainings and reporting;
• Maintain sustainable student leadership and membership;
• Be student led and organized;
• Maintain total membership of at least 80% currently enrolled Portland State University Student or the criteria set forth by the SALP/CREC Advisor for risk management, access, and other purposes;
• Follow any SALP/CREC criteria or recommendations based on risk assessment categorization, or standing;
• Host a meeting, event, or other group gathering at least once a month during three out of four terms.