Recognized Student Organizations

Cal State LA is home to over 120 recognized student organizations that host events and meetings to engage students in community building, entertainment, and professional development.

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Can't find an organization that interests you? Start your own! Read up on the policies and procedures governing student organizations, information about recognition processes for new and returning orgs, and conduct procedures.

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Explore Student Organizations

Find a recognized student organization on The Nest, Cal State LA’s hub for student organizations and events.

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Reserve Your Perfect Meeting/Event Space

Streamlined room reservations for student organizations. Book your space in minutes and focus on what matters most.

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Recurring Meetings

Perfect for weekly/bi–weekly organizational meetings. Submit request one month before ODC for Fall or Spring semester.

  • Same day, time, and location, based on availability
  • Must be held in one meeting space only
  • Cannot exceed two (2) hours in duration
  • Cannot be co–sponsored events

One–Time Meetings

Flexible one–time meetings for your organization. Submit requests no more than 15 business days in advance.

  • Single U–SU meeting room only
  • Maximum 2 hours duration
  • Cannot be co–sponsored events
  • Food allowed. Doesn't count toward complimentary reservations
  • Submit minimum 15 business days in advance before meeting date

Event Reservations

Reservations are applicable for single use rooms and one–time single events. Based on availability.

  • Maximum of eight (8) complimentary event reservations per semester.
  • One–time single events are allowed up to a max of four (4) meeting rooms and cannot exceed four (4) hours in duration.
  • If the one–time single event occurs on two (2) consecutive days, then the two (2) days are considered as two (2) event reservations.
  • Cannot be carried over to the next semester.

Eligibility Requirements

In order to make room reservations at the U–SU as a recognized student organization, the following requirements must be met:

  • Organization must be in good standing with the university
  • Only designated members on Officer Information Form can make reservations
  • Officially recognized through the Center for Student Involvement
  • Completed Event Registration Form required for all events and meetings

Student Organization Resources


Sample Constitution

This document is intended to serve as the model to follow when writing the constitution of your organization.

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ODC Info and Videos

The online Organizational Development Course was designed to provide you and your organization with on-demand and on-the-go training and access to campus policies and procedures pertinent to student organizations.

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Club Banking Forms

Be on the lookout for flyers, banners, or postcards that advertise student group meetings and events. Attending these activities is a great and easy way to start your on-campus involvement.

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Officer Change Form

To begin the organization officer transition, the organization's President must first complete the Organization Officer Change Form.

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These organizations provide limitless opportunities to achieve an active role on campus and to pursue individual interests.
Learn more about our recognized student organizations and their events.

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Start Your Own Organization


Organization Registration Form

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Officer & Advisor Form

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Organizational Development

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Read up on the Student Organization Conduct Code
or report an incident related to student organizations

Conduct and Disciplinary Procedures


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