Training Resources
This page contains a calendar of upcoming student organization training sessions, as well as a collection of materials from past training sessions. We encourage you to view these resources at your convenience for additional support on a variety of topics! If you still can't find what you're looking for after reviewing this site, contact SLIC via email at studentorg@csusm.edu or by phone at (760) 750-4970.
Online Training Module
The online student org training module offers detailed instructional tutorials on a variety of topics, including:
- Important student org policies
- Event planning & 25Live
- Using your student org funds
- Fundraising
- Using the Involve portal
- And more!
Whenever you have a question, we encourage you to start with this training module!
The online training module is required for student organization Presidents and Treasurers, but any other officer or organization member may complete the training.
Student Org Handbook
For an A-Z instructional guide on all things student orgs, check out the Student Org Handbook! We encourage you to check the handbook if you can't find the answer anywhere else. If you can't find what you're looking for or still aren't sure after checking the handbook, contact SLIC.
Educational Workshops
SLIC will be hosting a series of workshops during the Fall 2024 semester for student organization leaders to continue their learning and training.
Student Organizations who send a member to at least six (6) of the eight (8) available workshops will be eligible to receive supplemental funding from Associated Students, Inc. Please note the following attendance requirements:
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- Organization members must arrive on time for each workshop and stay for the entire session to receive credit for attendance.
- Organizations may send a different member to each session. It is not required for the same person to attend all 6 workshops.
- Each workshop attendee may only represent one (1) organization at each workshop.
- Thursday, August 29: SLIC Meet & Greet
Stop by the SLIC office to meet our team, see our space, and ask any questions you have about student organizations and our other programs.
- Time: 12:00-12:45 PM
- Location: SLIC Office (USU 3600)
- Thursday, September 12: Energizers and Networking
Attend this workshop to meet and network with other student org leaders, and learn some easy icebreaker activities you can use with your student org!
- Time: 12:00-12:45 PM
- Location: USU Meeting Rooms (USU 2310)
- Request a teambuilding session with Campus Recreation
- Thursday, September 19: Event Planning Tips & Tricks
Attend this workshop to learn more about available event spaces on campus and get some inspiration on where to host your next event!
- Time: 12:00-12:45 PM
- Location: USU Meeting Rooms (USU 2310)
- USU Event Planning slides (PDF)
- USU Event Planning slides (Canva video)
- Campus Event Planning slides
- Thursday, September 26: Social Media Marketing
Attend this workshop to learn tips for using social media to spread the word about your org and recruit new members.
- Time: 12:00-12:45 PM
- Location: SLIC Office (USU 3600)
- Social Media Marketing Tips slides (PDF)
- Thursday, October 3: Emotional Intelligence 101
Emotional Intelligence, also known as EQ, is an essential skill for leaders. Attend this workshop to learn about the components of emotional intelligence and assess your own EQ!
- Time: 12:00-12:45 PM
- Location: SLIC Office (USU 3600)
- Emotional Intelligence slides
- Thursday, October 17: Alcohol & Other Drugs
With Halloween coming up, members of your org might be engaging alcohol or drug use. In this presentation, we'll explore the dangers and health risks associated with substance misuse, potential impacts on academic and personal life, and potential legal consequences. Attending this workshop will provide valuable knowledge on prevention, recognizing signs of substance misuse, and seeking help for themselves or others, in order to promote a safer and healthier campus environment.
- Time: 12:00-12:45 PM
- Location: USU Meeting Rooms (USU 2310)
- Alcohol & Other Drugs slides
- Thursday, November 7: Practicing Civil Discourse & Navigating Challenging Conversations
In the midst of election season, tensions can be high. Attend this workshop for some tips on navigating challenging conversations and practicing civil discourse in today's highly polarized political environment.
- Time: 12:00-12:45 PM
- Location: USU Meeting Rooms (USU 2310)
- Challenging Conversations slides
- Thursday, November 21: Resume & Interview Skills
As a student org leader, you're developing skills and experiences that can prepare you for your career. Attend this workshop to learn how you can translate your student org leadership experiences into resume bullets and talking points for interviews to help you land that internship, job, or admission to graduate school!
- Time: 12:00-12:45 PM
- Location: SLIC Office (USU 3600)
- Resume & Interview Skills slides
Fall 2024 Student Org Leadership Conference Presentations
- Free Speech
- Fundraising
- Intro to Leadership
- Building community in your org
- Event Planning Tips
- Recruitment Strategies
- Self-Care & Time Management
- Thinking like an Innovator