RSO Resources

The Student Activities Office (SAO) provides a variety of resources and services to registered student organizations to help them be successful. From advice and advising, to free printing, to equipment for check-out, event planning, funding and more.

If you have can’t find what you are looking for or have any questions regarding these policies and resources, please email sao@uw.edu

RSO Policies & Regulations

Let students know about your RSO and its events.

RSO’s must follow UW & SAO policies to be in good standing. Read all our policies in the RSO Handbook: RSO Handbook 2025

Or read our policies on our website: https://hub.washington.edu/get-involved/sao/rso-benefits-training-policies/rso-policy-guide/

Learn more about the Resource Center which has free printing and equipment rentals for RSO’s: https://hub.washington.edu/get-involved/the-sorc/

We have created a variety of trainings with information that will be useful to organizations, including topics such as recruitment, retention, event planning and advertising resources, effective meeting tips, and leadership development: https://hub.washington.edu/get-involved/sao/rso-benefits-training-policies/leadership-training/

RSO’s who are in good standing with the SAO office are entitled to benefits and UW resources. Learn more about RSO benefits here: https://hub.washington.edu/get-involved/sao/rso-benefits-training-policies/rso-benefits-resources/

Are you an RSO Advisor? Check out our advisor handbook or contact us directly if you have questions sao@uw.edu

RSO ADVISOR MANUAL 25-26 FINAL.pdf

Planning on having a fundraiser? Learn about the requirements and forms you need to ensure your event is a success.

- Fundraising Information

Have a question? Check out our FAQ page for common RSO questions or submit your own question to our email sao@uw.edu https://hub.washington.edu/get-involved/sao/rso-benefits-training-policies/sao-faqs/

Updated: September 23, 2025
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