Student groups at WashU help students find their sense of belonging, create a dynamic campus community, and host thousands of events per year.

Here leaders of student groups recognized through Student Union or the Campus Life can find important resources for managing your recognized student group at WashU.

The Student Group Resource Center (formerly the Student Group Starting Point on Canvas) is a powerful tool that can help you navigate and make the most out of your student group’s day-to-day needs and questions.

Throughout the Student Group Resource Hub you will find information that is important to the operations of your student group. By utilizing the Student Group Resource Hub effectively, you can enhance collaboration, streamline communication, and ensure smooth organization within your student group, leading to a more productive and enjoyable experience for all members.

Student Group Resource Hub FAQ

Questions about the Student Group Resource Hub?

Q. What is the Student Group Resource Hub?

  • The Student Group Resource Hub is a central location of information, resources and how-to’s that are specific to undergraduate student groups.
  • Q. Is this a new resource for student groups?
    • Yes and no! The Student Group Resource Hub was formerly found on Canvas and known as the Student Group Starting Point. Leading into the 2025 – 2026 academic year, Campus Life has worked to streamline the information and put it in one centralized location, here on the Campus Life webpage.
  • Q. What happened to the Student Group Starting Point on Canvas?
    • Leading into the 2025 – 2026 academic year, Campus Life has worked to streamline the information and put it in one centralized location, here on the Campus Life webpage.
  • Q. How do I use the Student Group Resource Hub?
  • Q. What if I am looking for information and it is not on the Student Group Resource Hub?
    • Every recognized student group has an assigned Campus Life Advisor. Reach out to your Campus Life Advisor with questions, concerns or feedback.
    • Additionally, if you think the resource should be added to the Student Group Resource Hub please email Scott Williams, Assistant Director for Student Involvement and Student Groups: scott.williams@wustl.edu 

Everything Student Groups Need to Thrive: Policies, Support, Training, and Tools in One Place

Core governance & guidance

Policies & Compliance 
Outlines the rules, expectations, and legal responsibilities for student groups
Student Group Handbook
A comprehensive guide detailing procedures, operations, and best practices for student organizations.
Conduct Process
Describes how violations of student group policies are addressed and resolved.
Report a Concern 
Provides a way to report issues or misconduct related to student groups.

Support & advising

Campus Life Office
Serves as the central hub for student involvement resources and services.
Campus Life Advising 
Connects student groups with professional staff for guidance and support.

Time-sensitive information

Calendar of Important Dates 
Highlights key deadlines and events for student group planning.

Operations & planning

Re-registration 
Details the annual process for maintaining active student group status.
Contracts, Agreements & Forms 
Centralizes required documents for events, finances, and partnerships.
Event Guidelines
Information on the policies, processes and best-practices for student groups who are planning an event, program or activity.

Finances
Details the basics of student group finances and how to find what you need to know related to spending allocated funds.
Constitutions and Governing Documents
A comprehensive resource for student groups to understand what is required of their constitutions & governing documents.
Officer Transition
Provides resources to help outgoing and incoming officers ensure smooth leadership changes.
Training
Lists workshops and learning opportunities for student group development.
Student Group Leader Training (SGLT)
Required fall semester training for student group leaders covering essential policies and skills.
Starting a New Student Group
Information on the process in which you may form a new student group through Student Union.

Communication & resources

Newsletter 
Shares updates, deadlines, and opportunities relevant to student groups.
WUGO Resources
The platform for promoting events and managing student group engagement.
Student Group Support 
Offers tools and assistance to help student groups thrive and operate effectively.