ASI CLUB SERVICES

The university, through the Office of the Dean of Students, officially recognizes Cal Poly clubs. ASI is a partner with the university, charged with administering day-to-day club operations. Starting a new club is a process that requires the participation of the new club, ASI Club Services, and the Office of the Dean of Students, as outlined below.

The university, through the Office of the Dean of Students, officially recognizes ISOs. ASI is a partner with the university, charged with administering the rostering and E-Plan process for ISOs. Starting a new ISO is a process that requires the participation of the new ISO, ASI Club Services, and the Office of the Dean of Students.

To be considered for recognition as an ISO, your organization must meet the following criteria:

1. Maintain official affiliation with a national organization, or Incorporation as a non-profit
2. Follow a national organization's constitution
3. Follow a national organization's bylaws (customizing bylaws to the local organization is acceptable per authorization from the national organization)
4. Members must pay quarterly or annual dues that partially go to their national organization.
5. The national organization provides insurance for its affiliated chapters.

If you believe your organization meets the above ISO criteria, the next step in the process of starting a new ISO is to schedule a meeting with the Office of the Dean of Students. At this meeting, it will be determined if in fact the ISO criteria have been met by your organization.

If your student organization is interested in becoming a recognized Cal Poly ISO, please review the ISO criteria below:

1. 1Enter into a Recognition Agreement with the university
2. 2 Provide a certificate of insurance from your organizations national governing body
3. 3 Complete online training
4. 4 Submit a Roster to ASI Club Services

ISOs are required to submit a Roster, contract, proof of insurance, and proof of an off-campus bank account every year.

For additional step-by-step instructions on what is involved in starting a new ISO, please review the ISO Handbook.

The University, through The Dean of Students Office, officially recognizes Cal Poly clubs based on university standards and requirements, which include a current Charter. In order to remain active (e.g. access club funds, receive ASI Club Funding, submit E-Plans), all presidents, treasurers and advisors must complete the online training annually, and every club must renew its charter each year.

If you have difficulty completing the training process, please contact ASI Club Services for available training options.

Funding

In support of the "ultimate college experience," ASI Club Funding is available for currently chartered Cal Poly clubs in an effort to enhance the cultural, educational, social and recreational opportunities for all Cal Poly students.