Recognized Student Organizations (RSO) play an important role in campus life at Tarleton State University. Throughout the year, these groups sponsor a variety of extra and co-curricular activities for the campus and local community. In addition, student organizations provide a means for students to develop and refine leadership skills and to interact and network with students, faculty and staff.

Event Management

Student organizations should consult with the Department of Student Involvement & Family Relations before planning any major event. Some events may require an event checklist to be completed. These include:

  • Any program or event open to anyone outside of the organization’s membership
  • Large scale fundraising events such as concerts, food sales, etc.
  • Any event that requires a contract with a vendor or facility
  • Alcohol will be served (If yes, also see the Social Host Policy event check list.)
  • Additional insurance required

If your upcoming event matches any of these criteria, contact the Department of Student Involvement & Family Relations at 254-968-9490 or stop by Thompson Student Center, Room 105.

Benefits of being a RSO

  • Use of University facilities, equipment, and technology
  • Use of University logos
  • Student Engagement and Success resources

Want to find out more about becoming a Recognized Student Organization (RSO)? Contact the Lance Zimmerman Department of Student Involvement & Family Relations at 254-968-9490[email protected], or stop by Thompson Student Center, Room 105.

Registered Student Organization Handbook

Student Travel

Students participating in an activity or event that is located more than 25 miles from the University is require to follow travel safety guidelines and register their travel with the University when the trip is:

  • funded by the University and students use a vehicle owned or leased by the University; or
  • require by a student organization recognized at the University; or
  • undertaken under the scope, direction, or election of a college, department, class, university office, learning community, study abroad program, recognized student organization, or their representatives.

Additional Resources

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Lance Zimmerman Department of Student Involvement & Family Relations
Thompson Student Center, Room 105
254-968-9490

[email protected] 

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Thompson Student Center, Room 105
254-968-9490

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Leadership Development Programs and Service Opportunities

Campus Life
Thompson Student Center, Room 201
254-968-9256

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Substance Abuse and Violence Prevention
Traditions North, First Floor (Health and Counseling Center)
254-968-9044

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Lance Zimmerman Department of Student Involvement & Family Relations Staff

NameTitlePhone
Lathes TownsDirector254-968-9490
Kei BermeaAssistant Director254-968-9490
London FairAssistant Director254-968-9490
Katt StowersCoordinator254-968-9490
Julie LiedtkeAdministrative Assistant254-968-9490