When choosing what student organization to be apart of, you should never just settle. With universities offering what seems to be an infinite possibility of clubs to join, finding something that interests you is bound to happen! I’ve concluded that there are fourteen types of student organizations, but keep in mind while reading, a lot of organizations will fall into more than one category. For example, while there are some organizations that focus strictly on public service, …
Meetings
What is Parliamentary Procedure?
If you haven’t already noticed, making decisions alone isn’t very easy… now imagine making decisions with a large group of your peers. For a lot of you, you don’t have to imagine this scenario, you’ve lived it. You’ve probably sat through long scatter-brained meetings, where several topics were discussed but nearly nothing was decided upon. You may have witnessed verbal fights amongst peers while everyone else sat quietly on the sidelines. It can become commonplace for some voices to …
Basics of Parliamentary Procedure
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6 Truths I Learned From Getting Involved in Student Organizations
During my Junior year of college, I was an anxious mess. After transferring into the business college following my third change in majors, I couldn’t help comparing myself to my roommate who seemed to be effortlessly gliding through her coursework in accounting and extracurricular activities. My university is huge, so changing majors landed me in a college where I didn’t know anyone. Quickly, I realized that classes weren’t necessarily the best place to meet new people. It’s funny how in high …
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Why Meetings Fail and How You Can Fix That!
From officer meetings to group projects, there is no hiding from bad meetings. We’ve all been to at least one. Here the problem-solution guide to making the most of your meetings! Problem: Lack of Participation Having trouble with crickets in the room? Meetings are supposed to be lively discussions, not just blank stares. First consider if everyone's attendance is necessary. Solution: Invite the Right Audience Not everyone should or want to attend every meeting. If the matter …
