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Registered Student Club Handbook

Membership is open to currently enrolled students.

Membership in an OCC RSC shall be open to any enrolled student of OCC, as stated in OCC’s Prohibition of Discrimination statement.
Alumni RSC membership is limited to one year after graduation/transfer.

RSC members must abide by the OCC Student Code of Conduct.

Complete the Media Release Form

This form is required for all students participating in an OWL Network group.

Note: An OCC photographer/videographer may be on site to document events and activities. Photographs and video footage are the sole property of OCC. By registering for and/or attending said event, attendees' consent to OCC using their likenesses for historic, social, and promotional purposes without remuneration. If you do not wish to be photographed/videoed, please notify OCC staff upon arrival on-site.

Host at least 1 meeting/gathering per month |To request an event or hold a meeting, fill out the Student Activities Request Form at least 2 weeks in advance.

If you’re heading off campus for a field trip, you must turn in an Activity/Trip Waiver of Liability Form prior to going (see Policies & Procedures section below.) Email your form to the Student Leadership Manager.

Things to Note...

Owl Network groups that choose to be designated as a Registered Student Club are not able to fundraise and are not able to travel outside of field trips.

If you would like to have the ability to fundraise and travel, you may consider reclassifying your club as a Registered Student Organization (RSO); keeping in mind that RSO’s carry different requirements than that of Registered Student Clubs.

Advisor Role | Advisors act as mentors, helping members grow in leadership, responsibility, and self-awareness.

Organization Operations & Management

Event Planning

Guidelines for planning and executing events, including space reservations, contracts, and risk management.

Planning should begin six weeks before event.

Select Date – check for conflicts with major religious holidays.
Check OCC Events Calendar for conflicts.
Submit completed Student Activities Request Form at least 2 weeks prior to event.
Send meeting request to Student Leadership Manager, committee members, marketing and program participants to reserve event time on calendars (For major events, include Chancellor’s Cabinet and Board of Trustees).
Create posters/fliers and request Student Engagement Manager to add to the OCC Events Calendar.
- When creating any posters, fliers, or any other published materials for your org, please copy and paste this image into your design.

Download Logo

Images of Talon are not permitted to be used unless fliers are being done by the college’s Creative Services department.

Create parking/directional signs and assign RSC member to place/remove signage around campus.
Prepare internal signs for registration table, etc.
Arrange for publicity
1. Outlook email to faculty and staff.
2. Contact Event Coordinator of Marketing & Communications 248-341-2204 for website and social media publicity.

Marketing & Publicity

Strategies for promoting events and activities.

The college’s Creative Services department should be consulted before producing any Marketing material. If this department states they are unable to fulfill your request, the RSC may then create their own Marketing materials
- When creating any posters, fliers, or any other published materials for your org, please copy and paste this image into your design.

Download Logo

Images of Talon are not permitted to be used unless fliers are being done by the college’s Creative Services department.

Flyers should include the following details regarding an event: who, where, when (time and date of the event), purpose of the event, and an OCC email where an officer can be reached for questions.
- Campus Digital Signs: Submit a digital sign request form.

Media Relations

All OCC media relations activities, including media interviews, pitching of stories, and developing and sending press releases must be coordinated and approved through OCC’s Communications Department. The department provides training and support tailoring information for different media outlets to create opportunities for greater placement and reach.

Social Media Policy

OCC understands and appreciates the value of social media in building connections and sharing content supporting our OWL Network groups. Please note: In reviewing these guidelines, social media platforms could include and not be limited to: Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, X (formerly Twitter), YouTube and Flickr. OCC supports social media use by OWL Network group representatives, provided:

No offensive or inappropriate comments or pictures are posted.
Photos and/or comments posted or shared are done with mutual consent and reflect the College’s core values. All college identifiable activities (including campus activities and wearing/using team or college gear) reflect a professional environment.

It is important that RSC members remember that they are representatives of OCC and, as such, must adhere to OCC guidelines to uphold the standards and reputation of the College. Please keep the following in mind as you participate on social networking sites:

Before participating in any online community, understand that anything posted online is available to anyone, anywhere in the world. Any text or photo placed online becomes the property of the site(s) and is completely out of your control the moment it is placed online – even if you limit access to your site.
You should not post or share content (information, photos or other items) that is disrespectful to others or could embarrass you or your peers, family or OCC. This includes information that may be posted by others on your page.
College administrators can, and do, monitor these sites regularly.
Students could face discipline and even dismissal for violations of this policy.

Communication & Collaboration

RSC’s should create a Gmail account for their group and assign someone to monitor the account regularly with documented password information. Students may also communicate with each other through any variety of media. However, all communication from students to Advisors requires use of OCC email.

Policies & Procedures

OCC Policies | The Student Handbook outlines OCC policies and regulations that all OWL Network groups must adhere to.

Discipline & Conflict Resolution | OCC is committed to providing excellent service and improving your experience. If you believe that you have experienced unfair treatment, share your concerns by following the steps on the Complaints or Suggestions site and complete the appropriate form for your concern.

An OCC representative will review your complaint and determine the action to be taken. You will be contacted indicating receipt of your complaint/suggestion, and thereafter with information regarding how your complaint/suggestion has been addressed.