Departmental Initiatives
Introduction
Departmental Initiatives/Mentored Groups: A student organization created by a university department or division to support the ongoing interests of the University community. A departmental initiative/ mentored group is considered to be critical to the mission and culture of the University and is inherently linked to the University due to their role as university representatives; thus, a departmental initiative/ mentored group is an integral part of the institution and routinely presents events for the University and the surrounding community.
Registered Student Organization vs Departmental Initiatives
Registered Student Organization vs Departmental Initiatives
| Registered Student Organization | BENEFIT/MISSION | Departmental Initiatives |
|---|---|---|
| NO | Use of university logo/trademarks | YES * |
| NO | Use of UIC branded apparel | YES * |
| Student | Decision maker for group | Sponsoring department |
| YES | Can have officers | YES |
| YES | Positions can be included on resume | YES |
| NO | University Website support | YES |
| YES | Profile on UIC Connect | Maybe |
| MAYBE | Advisor is paid position | YES |
| MAYBE | Leadership of group can be paid | YES |
| NO | Receive University Funding through a department | YES |
| YES | Use of COF account | NO |
| NO | Use of U of I tax ID | YES |
| MAYBE | Can receive corporate donations | YES * |
| YES | Can host events sponsored by corporation | YES |
| YES | Receive funding through SAFC | NO |
| YES | Receive funding through SOFAB | NO |
| NO | Outside bank account | NO |
| NO | Reserve space in UIC Classrooms | Through sponsor |
| YES | Use of student catering for events | NO |
| YES | Request CSI Org Office | NO |
| YES | Request CSI Storage Space | NO |
| NO | Reserve Vehicles through motor pool | YES |
| NO | Have designated space on campus | YES |
| YES | Receive funding from Health Professional Council | MAYBE |
| MAYBE | Receive USG Funding for events | MAYBE |
| YES | Free Room Reservation in Student Centers | NO |