ADVISORS HANDBOOK - FAQs

The organization is planning a questionable event.  The difficulties inherent in the plan should be pointed out and other ideas suggested.  The advisor may request that the group obtain the opinion of the individuals or groups affected by the action.  A meeting may be set up with the appropriate members of the Student Activities staff to clarify any questions.

You are no longer comfortable being the advisor of the organization.  Explain to the executive officers of the organizations that you are no longer comfortable being the advisor of the organization.  Give them a reasonable amount of time to find a new advisor.  When changes are made, the office of Student Activities must be notified.

You sense major problems within the organization.  Meet with the officers and discuss your observations.  Brainstorm solutions and get a plan of action.  Members of the Student Activities Office are willing to help mediate or seek solutions.

You find out your organization is in violation of University policies and/or federal, state or local laws.  Advisors have a responsibility to bring violations to the proper governing board, and administrator.