Pacific
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STUDENT ORGANIZATION AGREEMENT
A. Purpose of Pacific Union College
PUC is a Christian liberal arts college sponsored by the Seventh-day Adventist Church
which seeks, through its high-quality education program, to create an awareness of human
need, encourage commitment to compassionate human service, and provide opportunities
for leadership development.
B. Purpose of student organizations
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To contribute to the educational mission of the College.
To enhance the quality of student life.
To contribute to the spiritual and personal development of students.
To involve students in service to the campus and the community.
To enhance and support the College’s co-curricular programs.
C. Role of student organizations
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To promote shared student interests.
To provide opportunities for the development of leadership skills.
To provide structured opportunities for self-government.
To provide an atmosphere that recognizes individual achievement.
To provide opportunities for social interaction.
D. Support for student organizations by Pacific Union College
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Use of College facilities for programs and meetings at no charge.
Utilization of College business support services.
Programming assistance from the Office of Student Services.
Opportunities for approved fundraising events.
A student nominated and College administration approved advisor.
E. Conditions of affiliation
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Present a request for recognition to the Dean of Students/Student Services.
Present a statement of purpose to the Dean of Students.
Receive authorization from the Dean of Students to organize.
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Nominate an advisor approved by the Dean of Students.
Present active membership and officer list to the Dean of Students.
Negotiate and sign the relationship statement.
Sign and comply with the Guidelines for Political Involvement.
Club officers must have a good citizenship record and no record of citizenship
probation; each officer must submit a completed Student Leadership Eligibility
form to the Dean of Students/Student Services.
F. Obligations and affiliation
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Maintain an accurate membership list of at least 10 members.
Participate and report on annual service and outreach activities. All clubs need to
have a Religious Vice President and a Social Vice President who will be
present at campus club meetings.
Deposit organization funds in the College’s student bank.
As set by the policy of Student Financial Services, club fees must be paid directly
to the club or organization by cash, check, or credit card. Club fees cannot be
charged to the student tuition account.
Maintain a simple accounting system.
Include signature of advisor for fund disbursement.
Financial records are subject to audit by the Dean of Students.
Activities shall be cleared through the Student Services office.
Off-campus activities requests shall be submitted 5 days in advance.
Overnight activities shall include a written schedule of activities.
Overnight activities shall include appropriate chaperonage.
Off-campus activities shall include proper transportation arrangements.
Advisors shall be notified and invited to all meetings and activities.
Reimburse the advisor for any directly related expenditure.
Compliance with and adherence to this relationship statement is necessary for the
maintenance and support of a student organization that is compatible with and in support of
the educational mission of Pacific Union College. Non-compliance with or disregard for the
provision of this statement will jeopardize the privilege of affiliation.
Pacific Union College and the ________________________________Club/Society/Forum
(circle one) will recognize and adhere to this relationship statement for the purpose of
promoting and maintaining excellence in student organizations compatible with the mission of
the College.
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Student President
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Advisor
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PACIFIC UNION COLLEGE
PETITION TO ORGANIZE A NEW CLUB/MAINTAIN CLUB STATUS
ORGANIZATION’S NAME:
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PURPOSE OF PROPOSED CLUB:
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PROPOSED SERVICE ACTIVITY:
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MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS:
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DUES REQUIRED:
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TYPICAL ACTIVITIES:
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CLUB FACULTY/STAFF ADVISOR:
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ORGANIZATION’S OFFICERS:
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OFFICE
NAME
OFFICE
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President
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Vice President
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Religious VP
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Social VP
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5.________________________
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WE, THE UNDERSIGNED, AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING:
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To have a faculty/staff advisor at all organizational meetings and events.
To serve Pacific Union College students and the College community.
To cooperate with other clubs in working for the good of the College.
To inform ourselves of school policies as they relate to clubs and to observe these policies in all
activities of our club.
_____________________________________Student Club President
Date____________________
Signature
_____________________________________Club Advisor
Date____________________
Signature
Please do not write below this line:
(circle one)
Approved
Denied
_____________________________________Dean of Students
Date____________________
Signature
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Pacific Union College
Guidelines for Political Involvement
Pacific Union College consciously pursues a nonpartisan stance and is legally prohibited from
endorsing candidates for political office or making any contribution of money, goods, or
services to candidates. The College stresses certain regulations on politically-focused events
because the College is exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c) (3) of the
Internal Revenue Code, which states that Pacific Union College is prohibited from
“participating in, or intervening in (including the publishing or distributing of statements), any
candidate for public office.”
The following guidelines have been established so as not to jeopardize the College’s nonprofit status, to ensure civility, and to avoid possible disruption of the educational
process. Additionally, all activities must be in compliance with the mission and values of
the Seventh-day Adventist Church and Pacific Union College.
1. The college is legally prohibited from endorsing candidates for political office or
making any contribution of money, goods, or services to candidates; therefore, it is
important that no person intentionally or unintentionally cause the college to make
such an endorsement or contribution.
2. Approval of a student organization in no way implies consent or endorsement of the
positions or points of view espoused publicly or privately by members of the
organization.
3. While students and student groups are free to express political opinions and engage in
political activities, it is imperative that they clearly indicate, by words and actions, that
their positions are not those of the College and are not being taken in an official
capacity on behalf of the College, including the use of the name, Pacific Union
College (PUC).
4. All authorized clubs and/or individuals representing clubs must develop and follow
rules of civil discourse in all their actions as represented of the club in person or
online.
5. Authorized clubs may set up tables for solicitation of political interest, pursuant to
guidelines consistent with those applying to other clubs. These clubs may send
announcements and mail to students who sign up to receive them. Campus
announcements must be strictly descriptive, providing dates and times, locations, and
the nature of the events, and may not contain editorial content or attempts to persuade
recipients to vote for (or oppose) particular candidates or issues. All material for
message boards, forums, and public discussion areas affiliated with the college must
bear the disclaimer* which states that the opinions are neither those of the college or
sanctioned by the college. Campaign posters that support a specific candidate or issue
are limited to the Campus Center.
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6. Authorized clubs may bring candidates to speak on campus. However, in order to aid
the educational process invitations should, whenever possible, be extended to
candidates of more than one political party to ensure that both sides of an issue have
equal access and opportunity to speak. Clubs would still be in compliance with the
guidelines if only one person accepts the speaking invitation.
7. No institutional dollars can be spent on fundraising, endorsing a candidate, or
fundraising activities that would endorse a candidate. Club bylaws verifying this
should be routed to Student Services.
8. Clubs and club activities shall at all times meet and maintain certain standards that are
in keeping with the mission and goals of Pacific Union College, outlined in The
Student Handbook, the General Catalog, and the Student Organization Agreement.
9. Political solicitation by outside groups is not allowed on campus.
10. Non-compliance with college policy, standards of conduct, conflict with the mission,
policies, practices, or goals of PUC may be subject to disciplinary action, including the
loss of authorized club status.
On behalf of the ____________________club, I agree to abide by the PUC Guidelines for Political
Involvement.
(name of club)
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Club President Signature, date
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Club Sponsor/Advisor Signatures(s), date
*Disclaimer will be provided by the office of Student Services.
(January 2012 policy update to Student Organization Agreement and Student Handbook)
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Pacific Union College
Student Leadership Eligibility
(Minimum requirements for club, class, and other leadership positions; SA leaders,
RA’s, student senators may have additional requirements and process.)
Student Leadership Eligibility requirements:
• Complete Eligibility Verification
o be a full time student while in office (successfully complete a
minimum of 12 units each quarter),
o good citizenship and no record of citizenship probation*
o hold and maintain a minimum cumulative gpa of 2.5; not on
academic probation
o receive a recommendation from residence hall dean
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signature)
o hold only one major office at a time
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Sign Leadership Pledge and Code of Ethics
Leadership Pledge and Code of Ethics
As a student leader, I commit myself to the policies of Pacific Union College and to
actively demonstrate a life of integrity. I promise to take seriously and responsibly my
duties as a student leader, maintain a positive attitude toward others, and remember that
my power, responsibilities, accountability, and credibility are vital to the students I will
serve. As a representative of Pacific Union College, I will present myself in a way that
reflects the high values and ideals for which Pacific Union College stands (see Student Life
Agreement attached).
Student leaders may be removed from office for failure to maintain eligibility and to uphold the
above leadership pledge and code of ethics.
I have read the Leadership Pledge and Code of Ethics; agree to abide by the Student Life
Agreement and commit to live within these policies and guidelines as a student and as a
leader at Pacific Union College.
Print Name: ______________________________________________________
Signature:
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Date:
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Club and Office: __________________________________________________
*One year after successfully completing all Student Conduct Committee assignments, a student on
probation may petition the Student Conduct Committee for leadership eligibility consideration.
OUR STUDENT LIFE AGREEMENT
Pacific Union College is a Christian liberal arts college sponsored by the Seventh-day
Adventist Church. Students seeking an education in Pacific Union College’s environment
have a responsibility to help preserve the essential qualities that make the College
distinctive.
The college desires for its students to become experienced at making personal decisions
based on Seventh-day Adventist principles of Christian living. By choosing to enroll at
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PUC, you are expressing a willingness to make decisions which are guided by the
following principles:
1. To seek truth and to consider the Bible as life’s ultimate guidebook.
2. To participate actively in a lifestyle which includes personal devotions, group
worship and service to others.
3. To deal honestly in all aspects of life.
4. To maintain high standards of taste and decency in conduct, expression and
citizenship.
5. To respect the property, personal dignity, time, and right to privacy of others.
6. To treat others with graciousness, demonstrating tolerance for diversity.
7. To maintain a lifestyle of moral purity.
8. To value and pursue a healthful lifestyle, including good nutrition, regular exercise
and adequate rest. (The use of alcohol, tobacco, illegal drugs or the misuse of
prescription drugs is not acceptable.)
9. To dress modestly, appropriately and in good taste.
10. To develop an appreciation for great art, music and literature.
11. To help others fulfill their student life agreement.
12. To faithfully abide by PUC’s policies, understanding that failure to do so may result
in withdrawal from PUC.
As a student, you understand that Pacific Union College is a unique, Christian institution.
You wish to attend PUC of your own free will, and choose to live by its principles and
support its doctrines both on and off campus.
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