The Resource Center provides a variety of equipment, supplies, and space for use by student organizations that are currently registered through the Student Activities Office (SAO) and are in good standing. Students who are not a member of an RSO or whose group is not registered through SAO are encouraged to visit the Commuter & Transfer Commons in HUB 141.

Computer Lab

The SORC hosts a small network of computers.

  • Computers: 13 iMacs
  • Software: Microsoft Office 2016 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
  • Software: Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)

Craft Supplies & Other Equipment

Several of these items are reservable online.

SORC Reservations

  • Balloons – limits apply
  • Butcher Paper – limits apply
  • Button makers (1-inch and 2.25-inch) – limits apply
  • Cricut 12-inch die cutting (letter and shape) machine
  • Cardstock
  • Color Paper (variety of colors)
  • Desks and work areas
  • Envelopes (standard and manilla), address labels
  • Hole Punches (both heavy and light duty)
  • Paints & brushes, marking pens
  • Paint-Drying Station – painted banners can be hung to dry
  • Paper-Cutting Station – small- & large-scale paper cutters
  • Paper Shredder
  • Scanner (flatbed Epson)
  • Staplers (manual and electric), tape, glue
  • Storage Cages – for temporary storage only

Printers and Copiers

The SORC has two (2) printers/copiers and one (1) plotter printer. Print codes are assigned to RSOs and are needed for any print job.

  • 24-inch color plotter printer
  • Color printer and copier
  • Black & white printer and copier
  • 24-inch laminator

SORC Meeting Rooms

The SORC has one (1) small meeting room and one (1) broadcast room available to RSOs which may be reserved online.

SORC Reservations

HUB 111AHUB 111CReserve
Name: HUB 111A
Type Small Meeting Room
Square Footage: ~112
Max Capacity: 10
Location: Resource Center, HUB 111
Suited for: Small meetings – RSOs only
Amenities: 1 table, 6 chairs, power outlets, dry erase board
Name: HUB 111C
Type Broadcast Room
Square Footage: ~112
Max Capacity: 8
Location: Resource Center, HUB 111
Suited for: Podcasting (Video & Audio), E-Sports
Amenities: 3 Shure SM7Bs, 3 Sony Alpha 6000s, 3 PCs

The SORC Meeting Rooms may be reserved by RSOs via Mazevo. An RSO officer NetID (RSO email address) is required in order to access the reservation system.

More information about accessing the online reservation system is available here.

Cleanliness: Students are expected to clean up after themselves when using the SORC Rooms. All materials must be removed and disposed of using the trash, recycling, or compost bins available in the Resource Center or HUB.

Promotional & Advertising Resources at SORC

The Resource Center provides several types of materials and resources to assist student organizations with advertising and promoting their events and activities. With close to 800 RSOs on the UW campus, the Resource Center must apply annual limits to the resources offered to RSOs. Each student organization is given a points allowance that can be used throughout the academic year for printing/copying and supply use.

Resources

Balloons

11″ Balloons: The SORC carries balloons in a variety of colors. Hand air-pumps are available on-site to fill balloons. Limit: up to 15 balloons per day, per group
Cost: $0.08/balloon.

Bulletin Boards

The following locations provide bulletin boards that may be used by student organizations to advertise student organization events and activities.

  • Resource Center: Hundreds of students come to SORC every week. How better to get the word out!
  • The HUB: There are 11 bulletin boards located throughout the HUB. All bulletin board postings must be approved and stamped by a HUB staffer at the HUB Main Desk before being posted. More details…
  • Residence Halls: The main desk at the following residence halls accept posters/flyers to be posted at their location.
    Alder/Cedar/Elm/Poplar/Lander/Mercer Halls & Stevens Court – 206-543-0235 – Limit of 14 flyers
    Haggett Hall – 206-543-7164 – Limit of 2 flyers
    Hansee & McCarty Hall – 206-543-5527 – Limit of 5 flyers (drop off at McCarty)
    McMahon Hall – 206-543-7107 – Limit of 2 flyers
  • Odegaard: The staff at the first floor circulation desk accept and post flyers/posters.
  • Other Campus Locations: Student organizations are encouraged to contact the administrative offices or building management of any given campus building and abide by all posting guidelines or policies.

Buttons

1-inch and 2.25-inch Buttons: The SORC has two (2) button makers, circle cutters, and button parts to produce 1-inch and 2.25-inch buttons. Button parts consist of 1 button back with pin, 1 button front, and 1 plastic cover. RC staff will provide button-making training as needed.
Limit: 1-60 buttons per week, per group
Cost: $0.08/2.25-inch button
Cost: $0.06/1-inch button

Handbill Distribution

Printing/Copying: SORC printers and copiers may be used to produce handbills, leaflets, and fliers. In accordance with WAC 478-136-030, solicitation and distribution of handbills in the open areas of the HUB is strictly prohibited. Student organizations are permitted to distribute handbills and other materials on pedestrian walkways around campus but may not block the flow of traffic or interfere with scheduled events or activities. Printing Limits and costs apply.

Lamination

24-inch Laminator: The SORC laminator is capable of laminating small to medium signs and paper banners and other flat paper materials. Laminating materials that will be used repeatedly allows them to last longer. The SORC does not recommend laminating signs with dates or items that advertise one-time events. Laminated items are not recyclable or biodegradable. Because of the high heat generated by the laminator, RC staff will assist with lamination projects.
Limit: 20 feet per day, per group
Cost: free

Paper Banners

Butcher Paper: The SORC offers butcher paper, paints, brushes, and marking pens to produce paper banners. Only RSO officers are allowed to take butcher paper; officers must check-in with the front desk. Once verified, officers must measure the butcher paper they take and notify the front desk of the amount. Butcher paper colors: various.
Limit: 50 feet per week, per group

Tabling

Tabling Outside

Tables/Chairs/Canopies: The SORC makes available tables, chairs, and canopies for outdoor tabling. Tables are 6-feet long, canopies are 10-feet by 10-feet. Tabling resources may be reserved up to 90 days in advance. Tabling is popular between the HUB and Suzzallo/Red Square. During extreme weather conditions, RC staff will make a safety call on the usability of canopies to ensure campus and student safety. Tabling is NOT ALLOWED under the arches of Kane Hall. RSOs repeatedly seen tabling under Kane will receive an infraction.
Damage/Replacement Fee: $250+

SORC Reservations

Tabling inside the HUB

SORC tabling equipment is not to be used inside the HUB. The HUB only allows inside tabling at designated HUB Information Tables.

Storage Cages

The SORC has 4 storage cages available to RSOs for short-term storage. All RSO items must be stored in plastic bins with lids. RSOs must supply their own bin with markings on all four sides; bin size cannot exceed 16″ x 24″ x 18″. RSO items that do not follow storage cage policies may be thrown out at the discretion of RC staff.  

The SORC Storage Cages are not meant for long-term storage or to secure valuable items. Students interested in storing personal items at the HUB should consider renting a HUB Locker.

  • Usage: Storage cage use is first-come, first-serve. To utilize the storage cages, an RSO member must sign an agreement form and leave their RSO contact information.
  • Honor System: The storage cages are not secured – honor system rules apply
  • Shared Space: All storage cages are shared among RSOs that use them
  • Size Limits: The storage cages measure 3-feet wide x 3-feet deep x 6-feet tall. Anything larger than the dimensions of the storage cages cannot be stored in the Resource Center.
  • Identification: All items must be clearly labeled with an RSO Name and contact info.
  • Clean-Outs: Storage cages are cleared out once a year or anytime at the discretion of the RC Manager.
  • Notification: RSOs will be notified and are responsible for removing all of their items
  • Unclaimed Items: Unclaimed items will be recycled, disposed of, or turned in to the HUB Lost & Found
  • Restrictions: Perishable, combustible, or illegal substances, and guns/ammunition are expressly prohibited from being stored in the SORC storage cages
  • Penalties: Abuse or misuse of the SORC storage cages may result in loss of privileges for that student or student organization
  • Liability: The Resource Center is not responsible for loss of or damage to items in the storage cages. Please DO NOT store valuable or sensitive materials in the SORC cages.