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Organizational Development
(Word) Seminars on Organization and Advising Resources
 
 
S.O.A.R. Certified
WHO? YOU! This includes any student President or executive board member, or any student who is looking to get involved with a student organization in the future.
 
WHAT? The mission of the Seminars on Organization and Advising Resources (S.O.A.R.) is to aid in the development of healthy student organizations by helping groups learn vital skills to be an effective and engaging entity on campus. This mission is fulfilled through session which are open to all students, but Presidents and Treasurers (or their designees) are highly encouraged to attend.

Each year an organization that successfully attends all four sessions will be certified as an effective organization.
 
Already S.O.A.R. Certified? Want additional training?
The Center for Student Involvement is pleased to offer Advanced S.O.A.R. certification for those students who are already S.O.A.R. certified. This is also a great opportunity to go above and beyond the traditional certification. Advanced workshops will provide students with information on alumni development and fundraising, working with diverse groups and much more!   Don't wait begin your advanced training today!
 
WHEN?
Winter SOAR events:
  • Trademark Licensing for Students Wednesday, 2/6/08, 12-1PM Norris Armadillo Room 208
  • Recruiting and Keeping Members Monday, 2/25/08, 12-1PM Norris Armadillo Room 208
  • Fundraising & Corporate Sponsorship Tuesday, 3/11/08, 5-6PM Norris Armadillo Room 208
For more information, contact CSI: 247-491-2350
 
WHERE? Norris University Center
 
WHY? Your organization should be involved to ensure that you all have the most successful year possible. The skills learned in each seminar will allow your organization to handle any problems that may occur throughout the year.
 
HOW? Watch out for specific dates and times of program or contact the Center for Student Involvement for further questions.
Phone: (847) 491-2350
E-mail tgibjack@northwestern.edu
 
S.O.A.R. One-on-One
The mission of the Seminars on Organization and Advising Resources (S.O.A.R.) is to aid in the development of healthy student organizations by helping groups learn vital skills to be an effective and engaging entity on campus. This mission is fulfilled through a speaker's bureau consisting of trained Northwestern staff. The speaker's bureau provides support to student organizations by addressing pertinent issues, including recruiting new members, fundraising, contracts, policies & procedures and transitioning. These seminars can be requested through the Center for Student Involvement and can be tailored to fit the needs of each individual group.

To become a S.O.A.R. Facilitator, contact
Tracey Gibson-Jackson at tgibjack@northwestern.edu
 
Topics
  • Recruiting and Keeping Members
  • Contracts 101
  • Transitioning Leadership
  • Fundraising and Sponsorship
  • Publicity Plans
  • Or Create Your Own! Download Seminar Request Form (Word)
 
S.O.A.R. Tips
Visit S.O.A.R. Tips web page
Student organizations can utilize these tips as they plan events, deal with group issues, and work within the policies and procedures of Northwestern University. These worksheets can also be found outside the Center for Student Involvement office in the Norris University Center.
 
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