Clubs FAQ

While BRCC supports students’ ability to freely associate on campus, some students may want to form an officially recognized Student Organization or Club.  

What are the benefits of forming an organization or club?

• The organization’s name will be listed on BRCC’s club and organization website, and on any Student Activities lists of registered clubs and organizations.
• The organization may participate in the annual Welcome Day/Week, Club Fair, Spring Fling, and other student events.
• The organization may reserve campus rooms for events and meetings.
• The organization may use campus media to promote meetings and activities (Campus digital displays, student email, bulletin boards, etc.)
• The organization may raise funds. All fundraising activities must be in accordance with the college policy.   
• The organization may request funds from the Student Activities Office for providing activities that are of interest to Blue Ridge Community College students.
• The organization will have access to college-owned technical equipment (i.e. sound system) and assistance in the operation of that equipment for activities of the organization.  
• The organization may utilize resources free of charge in the Student Activities Office.
• Students participating in organizations receive the benefits of improved interpersonal skills, learning transferable skills, assuming leadership roles, networking opportunities, service opportunities, creating memories and new friendships.

What are the steps to getting a club approved?

1. Complete the Student Organization Form. 
2. Let the student activities director know you’ve completed the form: richardsonc@brcc.edu 
3. A Google Folder will be created for your club.
4. You’ll need 4 members to make your club official. Once you have these members, complete a full BRCC Club Roster (found in your club Google Folder).
5. Once your Forms have been approved, and your Advisor has been contacted by the Student Activities Director, your club is approved and ready to go!

How does our club get funding for club-related spending?

Each new club will receive $500 at the beginning of the semester. Club purchases must be pre-approved and emailed as a request to the Student Activities Assistant (baberw@brcc.edu).  BRCC will NOT reimburse advisors or students for self-purchased items. Requests must be made weeks in advance, NOT day of.

Examples of appropriate club purchases: national membership dues, conference/workshop registration costs, pizza/beverages for club meetings.