Applications to start a new recognized student organization open in mid-September and mid-January. Approvals do not imply endorsement by Emory University of the organization’s policies or activities. More information about how to start a new recognized student organization is here.

No, student organization events and materials reflect the views and opinions of the student organization and not Emory University and the Rollins School of Public Health.

All recognized student organizations and student groups must follow the Event Registration Process to host a meeting, program, or event on or off campus. This process should be completed at least 30-days prior to the event date.

All organizations must follow all Rollins School of Public Health building policies.

Student Code of Conduct

The Student Code of Conduct, as well as the university policies, apply not only to individuals, but also to student organizations. In the spirit of collective responsibility, student organizations bear a certain level of responsibility for the individual actions of their organization members when this behavior is part of an organization activity, or the action of the individual represents the organization norms.

Student organizations are responsible for knowing and abiding by all university policies and applicable laws, and for following specific Student Involvement, Leadership, and Transitions—Recognized Student Organization policies.

Student Group Accountability Framework

At Emory University, student groups are vital to fostering a dynamic, inclusive, and engaged campus community. The Student Group Accountability Framework (SGAF) is designed to ensure that all student groups uphold the highest standards of conduct, consistent with the university's values and policies. Through this framework, Emory supports student groups in their development; while ensuring they contribute positively to the university environment.

Respect for Open Expression Policy   

As a community of scholars, Emory University is committed to an environment where open expression of ideas is valued, promoted, and encouraged. Recognizing that the educational process of our institution requires diverse forms of open expression (including freedom of thought, inquiry, speech, activism, and assembly) the university affirms the rights of members of the community to assemble and demonstrate peaceably within the limits of this policy. The university must simultaneously maintain the right of community members to pursue their day-to-day activities and to be protected from physical injury or property damage. The Respect for Open Expression Policy was therefore implemented in 2013 to affirm Emory’s unwavering commitment to open expression, while acknowledging the challenges and tensions these actions could create in an ever-changing community.

SILT Fronting Policy

All student organizations must also abide by the SILT Fronting Policy. Student Organizations can request an Open Expression Observer for their event here.

Learn more here.

Student organizations chartered through the Rollins School of Public Health must follow all Emory University guidelines for organization and event promotion. Promotional materials must include the following: “This message / statement reflects the views and opinions of the [student organization] and not Emory University and the Rollins School of Public Health.”

As we live through times of conflict and divisiveness as a school, country, and global community, it is critical that we learn to listen to and converse with each other. That is the ethos behind several new initiatives launched by the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Emory’s Rollins School of Public Health.