Starting A New Student Organization

Are you interested in starting a new student organization here at EKU? Student Life and First-Year Experience can help!

Registration Requirements


In order to receive benefits of being a Registered Student Organization (RSO), all student organizations must complete the registration process. New RSOs may complete the registration process anytime throughout the year. In order to complete this form, you will need the following information:

  • Name, EKU ID Number (901 number), EKU Email, and phone number for two officers (one must be acting President)
  • Name, EKU ID Number (901 number), and EKU Email for four general members (these may serve as other officers as well)
  • Name, EKU ID Number (901 number), EKU Email, department, and campus phone number for a faculty or staff advisor. This is required for SSOs and optional for VSOs. VSO advisors must complete the required volunteer paperwork.
  • Constitution/bylaws
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Profile Picture

How to Register


  • Log on to Engage
    Visit eku.campuslabs.com/engage, and click “Sign In” in the upper right corner
  • Enter your EKU Email credentials to log into the system.
  • Locate the “Organizations” tab at the top of the site.
  • Click “Register an Organization” on the left side of the screen.
  • Scroll Down and select “Register a New Organization.”
  • Complete the registration form in its entirety. Incomplete forms will be denied.
  • Check your email frequently for updates. An approval or denial email will be sent from the Engage system to the person who submitted the form. In the case of a denial, an explanation will be sent, and you will be able to make corrections to the existing form without having to completely resubmit.

If you have any questions, please contact Student Life and First-Year Experience at 859-622-3855 or studentlife@eku.edu.