Student Organizations

All Southern University student clubs/organizations are required to officially register with the Office of Student Leadership and Community Engagement to receive the full benefit of campus and community resources. The office is located on the second floor of the Smith-Brown Memorial Union in Room 201.

Student Organization Expectations

  1. Maintain a current chapter document including a constitution, bylaws, and rosters
  2. Provide updated advisor and student contacts with the Office of Student Leadership and Community Engagement
  3. Attend and participate in Fall Leadership Retreat
  4. Develop and submit an annual operating plan to the Office of Student Leadership and Community Engagement
  5. Provide a monthly update of all meetings, budgets, and organization’s activities
  6. Participate in the annual registered Student Organization Fair and service project.
  7. Ensure that members and guests comply with all local, state, and federal laws
  8. Ensure sufficient financial resources to meet all financial obligations for programs and events
  9. Assume responsibility for any damage or theft in campus facilities immediately before, during, and after an event or program
  10. Practice risk management by developing appropriate precautions to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of participants
  11. Consult with University Police in advance to develop a plan that minimizes risk of incidents
  12. Provide appropriate security at on and off campus parties, dances, and other major social events. Officers are required to be present from the beginning of the activity until all participants have left the premises. The sponsoring organization will be required to assume all associated costs.

Student Organization Benefits

Leadership training and development

Opportunity to sponsor on-campus events and programs

Access to funding

Use of the campus facilities

Student Organizations

Student Affairs Sponsored Groups

Student Government Association

Association of Women Students

Gold and Bluez Dance Team

Men’s Federation

Departmental/Academic Organizations

Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana

Beta Kappa Chi

Bio Jags

Finance Club

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

Kappa Delta Pi

MANNRS

National Association of Black Accountants

Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society

Psi Chi – The National Honors Society in Psychology

Urban Forestry Graduate Association

Greek Letter Organizations – NPHC

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc – Beta Sigma Chapter

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – Beta Psi Chapter

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. – Alpha Sigma Chapter

Omega Psi Fraternity, Inc. – Beta Sigma Chapter

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc – Alpha Tau Chapter

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. – Rho Chapter

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc – Beta Alpha Chapter

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc – Beta Alpha Chapter

Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc – Alpha Eta Chapter

Greek Letter Organizations – Non-NPHC

Mu Phi Epsilon – Beta Zeta Chapter

Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America, Inc – Mu Psi Chapter

Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity – Kappa Kappa Chapter

Multicultural Organizations

African Student Organization

Professional Organizations

Society of Supply Chain Professionals

American Society of Civil Engineers

American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Association for Computing Machinery

Food and Nutrition Association

Pre-Law Society

Society of Supply Chain Professionals

Southern University Nurses Association

National Society of Black Engineers

Religious Organizations

Baptist Collegiate Ministry

True Life Change

Service Organizations

Collegiate 100

Collegiate 100 Black Women

Social Work Action Club

SU 771 Alliance

Special Interest Organizations

Acoustics of SU

Black History Club

Code Blue

Elite Fashion Society

Geaux Team

Marketing Club

Multiples Association

My Sisters Keeper

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)

One Mission Collective

Rotaract Club

Psychology Club

Society of American Foresters

Sociology Club

Southern University Student Rehab Association

Student Gospel Choir

Student National Association of Teachers of Signing

SU Lacumba Spinners

The Collective

The Southern University Student Alumni Association

Third Coast Organization

Vegan AF

West Coast Connection

Campus Resources

Counseling Center

The Counseling Center promotes the social, emotional, and psychological well-being of students through the provision of behavioral and mental health services. We provide a safe and confidential environment for students to explore and resolve issues and concerns that may affect their emotional health and function, in addition to hindering their academic success. The department offers individual therapy and group counseling, group therapy, outreach, and consultation.

Dean of Students

The Dean of Students Office is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing a variety of programs and services which are designed to assist and support students in achieving academic and personal success. The Dean of Students provides general student advocacy and administration, assists with resolving University-related concerns, complaints, and administering the Code of Conduct and other selected policies and procedures which can be found in the Student Handbook. Students are encouraged to read this document to understand the academic and behavioral expectations in the Southern University community. In addition, the Dean of Students is responsible for the Traffic and Parking Committee which hears parking violation appeals.

Questions about policies, violations, and/or the student conduct administration processes are welcomed and encouraged. Students may also report any campus and/or community concerns involving the health, safety and welfare of a student to the Dean by visiting the office, e-mailing dos@subr.edu or contacting the office by phone at 225-771-3922.

Non-Student Complaints

Non-Student complaints are addressed through the Dean of Students Office. Students confidential files are housed and secured in the office. The Student Handbook and Resource Guide which includes University policies is made available to commuter, residential, undergraduate, graduate, full-time and or part-time students. The Dean of Students is a university liaison for non-academic student complaints. Students initiate a complaint in the Office of the Dean of Students by completing a Student Complaint Form. The nature of the issues determines whether other University departments will be involved.

Campus Dining Services

Southern University partners with Aramark Dining Services to provide students with nutritionally balanced food and high-quality meals prepared using only the freshest ingredients. Students can enjoy an abundant variety of fresh foods, fresh prepared foods in a fun and engaging all you care to eat atmosphere. Selections include home-style meals, hot and hearty soups, fresh prepared salads, fruit, sandwiches, stir fry, flavorful vegetarian and vegan entrees, hand-tossed pizza, and homemade desserts. For more information on meal options and facility operating times, refer to the Student Handbook. The facilities include Mayberry Dining Hall, Dunn Dining Hall, the Food Court and Retail store located in the Student Union, and a Coffee Shop in the Library.

Student Health Services

Southern University offers comprehensive health care services for all students. Students may also obtain urgent care from the Department of Health Services. For more routine or less serious health concerns, physical exams, gynecological exams, pregnancy tests, and contraceptive refills, the student should schedule an appointment with the medical provider. All services performed are covered by the Student Health fee except certain immunizations and contraceptives. Student Health Services maintains strict confidentiality of our students’ health records.

Health Emergencies

Students should contact University Police at 225-771-2770 for all after hours urgent and emergency situations for transportation to the nearest hospital for emergency services. The student is encouraged to follow up with Student Health Services during regular hours.

Student Leadership and Community Engagement

The Office of Student Leadership and Community Engagement provides a variety of out of classroom activities that enhance the Southern University academic experience. The staff provides programs, events, activities and over 75 clubs, organizations, fraternities and sororities and community service initiatives that give students a variety of opportunities to get involved. Student Leaders share responsibility for coordinating campus movies and concerts, planning Homecoming, Family Weekend, late night programs and many other exciting activities. Student Leadership and Engagement also works closely with academic and other departments to offer a range of programs that include cultural heritage months, lectures, film screenings, art exhibits, and co-sponsorship of a variety of campus programs including concerts, conferences and workshops.

Student Media

The Office of Student Media prepares student leaders to be journalists. Students are prepared for careers in journalism as they develop the student led newspaper, magazine and yearbook that are completely designed, written, and edited by students. Every issue of the newspaper is designed to capture the essence of Southern University.

Wellness and Recreation

The Horace G. Moody Intramural Center is a 33,000 square foot facility designed to promote student health, nutrition, fitness and wellness. In addition to general management of fitness and gym facilities, the center offers aquatic aerobics (in a separate location), fitness and wellness education, and intramural and club sports. Whether you enjoy working out in a state of art fitness center or prefer intramurals and other recreation, there is something for you. The Intramural Center is a place to relieve stress, stay in shape, and make new friends.

Housing and Residence Life

Living on campus is a big part of the education offered at Southern University. The Office of Housing and Residence Life is responsible for general operations and administration of housing, residential education, and living and learning programs that contribute to developing community on campus. Our residence halls are staffed with Residence Hall Directors and Resident Advisors who live on each floor and work diligently to support students in all aspects of their University lives. The Resident Advisors encourage student engagement on campus. A variety of innovative and creative, social, educational, and cultural programs are provided to support the personal, social, spiritual, academic, and emotional development of Southern students.

All first-year students are required to live on campus. It is believed that the academic experience is enhanced by residential and co-curricular learning experiences. The Office of Housing and Residence Life is responsible for general operations and administration of housing, residential education, and living and learning programs. The Housing and Residence Life office is in Building 300 of University Apartments.

Each of the apartments and residence halls offers opportunities for students to meet people from diverse backgrounds and cultures and to develop a sense of community within their own residential building.

Group living is built on the foundation of individual respect for other students and the facilities. Students have a responsibility to contribute to a positive community environment and to maintain the integrity of the residential facilities. In addition to the University Code of Conduct, students living in the residence halls are subject to Housing and Residence Life policies and procedures. Students are encouraged to review the residence hall policies that govern the campus living and learning environment.

Housing Agreements

All housing agreements are for one full academic year, both fall and spring semesters. Students receiving room assignments are required to sign a housing contract to confirm their room for the academic year. The student, parents and/or legal guardian are responsible for paying the housing fee for the full academic year which represents the term of the contract.

Housing Cancellation Process

You must submit a cancellation request form to the Office of Housing and Residence Life if you no longer plan to reside on campus. The priority deadline for housing cancellation requests is July 1. Students who submit cancellation requests after the deadline may be assessed a late cancellation fee. Students who are approved for cancellation will forfeit the $200.00 housing deposit. A mid-year release from the housing agreement will only be considered for those students who have extenuating circumstances that can be supported by formal documentation.

Housing Exemption

Under compelling circumstances, a student may be released from the residency requirement. A first-year student may request a housing exemption from the residency requirement by completing the appropriate online application and submission of required supporting documentation of the Office of Housing and Residence Life.

Housing Wait List

The University has limited on-campus housing Office options available to students. Therefore, students without housing can submit their names to a waiting list in the Office of Housing and Residence Life. Room assignments will be made in chronological order after confirmation that the student has met all financial obligations to the University. The Office of Housing and Residence Life is unable to guarantee on-campus accommodations to students placed on the Housing waitlist.

Moving into the Residence Halls

Students with room assignments are expected to take occupancy of their rooms no later than 5PM on the first day of classes of each semester. Students will be responsible for the payment of room and board charges for the entire academic year upon completion of the Housing Application and Housing Agreement (unless there is an approved special circumstance).

Removal from University Housing

The Director of Housing and Residence Life and/or the Dean of Students may remove a student from University Housing for serious misconduct violations. The student will be given up to 72 hours to vacate the residence hall unless a special exception is made by the Director of Housing and Residence Life. Items remaining in the room will be discarded or donated to a local charity as the items will be considered abandoned property if not removed from the residence hall by the specified date and time.

Responsibility for Personal Property

Students and/or parents are encouraged to purchase appropriate insurance coverage to address any personal property loss. Students who use community storage areas in the residence hall do so at their own risk The University does not assume any legal or financial obligation for any student’s personal property that may be lost or damaged in its residential buildings.

Health and Safety Inspections

Housing and Residence Life will conduct periodic room inspections occurring at least once per semester. The purpose of these inspections is to ensure that safety devices are working properly, address unsafe conditions and to give general information that might be helpful as students encounter situations. Though not the primary focus of health and safety inspections, any items found that violate public law, University regulations, Housing and Residence Life policy and/or the terms and conditions of the Housing contract may be confiscated. In such circumstances, an appropriate referral for conduct violation will be initiated.

Temporary Housing Policy

The University makes every effort to offer housing based on capacity. Because Southern University has limited on-campus housing, students may be assigned to temporary living accommodations at the beginning of each semester until a permanent room assignment can be arranged.

Tuition and Room and Board Rates

All new and returning residential students will be required to heave their balance paid in full by the stated University deadline. If the student has opted for a payment plan, a percentage of the semester’s fees must be paid by the identified deadline. Residential students who do not meet their institutional financial obligation by the deadline may be subject to removal from the assigned residence space and placed on the waiting list. Students will be notified of the change in residence hall status via phone or email. The Office of Housing and Residence Life does not guarantee on-campus accommodations once a student is placed on the housing waitlist.