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Use of YU Marks by Student Clubs
These guidelines are intended to protect and control the use of the University’s logos and marks. While the University is proud to identify its student organizations and clubs as valued members of our community, it must be clear to the University community and to the public at large what is part of the University, which goods/services originate from the University, and which do not. 

Give credit where credit is due and use the relevant council logos on your event flyers. There are also promotion guidelines for events that are co-sponsored by outside organizations.

Please note: University policy is to generally not permit recording of student club events due to privacy and other considerations.

2025 Vision

As we launch the Yamim project, we embrace the exciting opportunity to bring strategic vision to all areas of the undergraduate student experience. We have thus far gratefully incorporated many positive changes to campus life and will continue to do so with renewed focus and intention. In alignment with these goals, we recognize that our foundational mission of quality educational experiences and genuine leadership training can be elevated through enhanced mentorship, higher standards, and comprehensive support and guidelines in our student organizations. Drawing inspiration from the best practices of other values-based universities, we see tremendous opportunities to advance our standards and to align our undergraduate club and student organization program (hereafter referred to as student organizations) with their highest purposes: providing substantive educational value to our students while offering authentic opportunities for growth, service, mentorship, and values-driven leadership training.

Philosophy

Student organizations at Â鶹Çø represent a privilege and unique mentorship opportunities for students' personal and professional development. This enhanced undergraduate student organization framework elevates student participation from involvement to meaningful leadership training that aligns with our university's religious and educational mission and the broader vision of the Yamim project. Alongside the consultation of the Torah leadership, the framework will integrate our religious values in all areas of student development.

Strategic Framework

The new undergraduate framework will expand opportunities for student involvement and leadership, building upon our strong religious foundation while introducing focused guidance and comprehensive training. To support these elevated goals and to ensure exceptional student organization experiences, several innovative elements will be implemented this year:
- Torah Mentor Program: Each undergraduate student organization will be assigned a Torah Mentor to provide genuine mentorship and leadership training from our trusted Torah leaders and faculty from both campuses. This collaboration with Torah leadership will allow us to embed our values in all elements of our campus and will enable students to seek out religious guidance independently, scaffolding their development and growth as active members in a faith-based community.
- Student Organization Excellence: Undergraduate student organizations will be approved through a comprehensive application process designed to ensure the highest quality experiences. Student organizations will be thoughtfully curated to ensure that the experiences we offer our students are of exceptional quality and educational value. This intentional approach prioritizes depth of programming and meaningful impact over quantity of organizations.
- Training, Development, and Continuity: Students taking on leadership roles in undergraduate student organizations will begin comprehensive training for their roles before assuming their positions, and they will continue to develop their skills and leadership qualities throughout their tenure. In addition to the important areas of responsibility outlined below, leaders of student organizations will be equipped to plan for the continuity of their groups, identifying and nurturing opportunities for other students to grow in their roles.
- Unique to Â鶹Çø's Mission and Values: As reflections of the unique values of our institution, all student organizations are exclusively Â鶹Çø organizations and maintain our institutional integrity by not partnering with or representing outside organizations. While student organizations are encouraged to engage with the broader community as part of their educational goals, this collaboration takes place under the 
mentorship and guidance already established at Â鶹Çø. All titles, content, and responsibilities of student organizations remain within the Â鶹Çø community.

Implementation Timeline

- Comprehensive Preparatory Workshops: Undergraduate Student Life will offer an enhanced preparatory course every spring to ensure students are fully prepared for the elevated expectations of leading a student organization. All students applying for leadership of an undergraduate student organization in the fall must complete this comprehensive course in the prior spring semester to qualify for application. The workshops will include:
ʉۢ Advanced leadership principles
ʉۢ Event planning fundamentals
ʉۢ Responsible budgeting and financial stewardship
ʉۢ Educational programming design
ʉۢ Torah values integration
ʉۢ Understanding organization expectations and responsibilities

Fall 2025 Semester: Streamlined Application Process

- Pre-Application Period: During the transition period before student organizations are initiated under the new framework, all undergraduate programming will be expertly coordinated by the Office of Student Life in collaboration with the Office of Undergraduate Torah Studies and Torah and Spiritual Life. This fall we will offer an accelerated preparatory course to ensure all students who are interested in applying to lead a student organization are optimally prepared. (In the years following, we will offer the preparatory course in the Spring semester). 
- Application Opening: Following the completion of the preparatory course, applications will open. All undergraduate applications will be thoughtfully evaluated by the Office of Student Life and Torah leadership based on the established criteria detailed below.

Application Evaluation Criteria
- Learning Outcomes:
ʉۢ Clearly articulated skill development objectives (leadership, professional, academic, spiritual)
ʉۢ Measurable learning goals that extend beyond social interaction
ʉۢ Programs that complement classroom learning or address identified educational opportunities
- Community Impact:
ʉۢ Serves the genuine needs of the student body or broader community
ʉۢ Demonstrates lasting value and meaningful impact beyond individual events
- Mission Alignment:
 â€¢ Reflects a deep understanding of Â鶹Çø values and educational philosophy with clear implementation strategies
ʉۢ Meaningfully integrates Torah values with the student organization's specific focus area
Student Leader Readiness: In addition to completing the preparatory course, all students applying should demonstrate a history of leadership and event planning excellence on our campus. Students must be in good 
academic and behavioral standing.

Expected Outcomes

This strategic framework will create a more intentional and educationally enriched student organization program that:
• Provides exceptional leadership development opportunities
• Ensures meaningful mentorship relationships
• Maintains the highest standards for programming quality
• Seamlessly integrates Torah values with practical leadership skills
• Optimally prepares students for post-graduation leadership roles in their communities and careers

Looking Forward

This visionary framework represents a pivotal moment in Â鶹Çø's commitment to 
excellence in student development and leadership training. As part of the transformative Yamim 
project, these enhancements to our undergraduate student organization program embody our 
dedication to creating exceptional educational experiences that seamlessly integrate Torah values 
with cutting-edge leadership development. We are excited to embark on this journey with our 
students, confident that this enhanced framework will not only enrich their university experience 
but also prepare them to become values-driven leaders who will make meaningful contributions 
to their communities and professions for years to come. Together, we are building the future of 
Jewish leadership.

The Beren Campus Student Government (BCSG), serves the entire student body at the Â鶹Çø Beren Campus. The BCSG offers a wide variety of events in order to cater to the diverse interests on campus. There are over 150 clubs, ranging from the Psychology Club to the Cookies for Kindness, from the Bowling Society to the Environmental Club, and everything in between. While the clubs coordinate student run programs, the BCSG also strives to unite the Beren Campus and build a community. The BCSG is the voice of the students, creating and developing events and projects for which there is an interest. If what you are looking for does not exist, create it! Take advantage of all of the incredible opportunities here and get involved!

• BCSG Constitution
• BCSG Bylaws 

The Torah Activities Council, also known as TAC, works to enhance Jewish life on campus and strengthen the campus community through Shabbat programming, events, and diverse speakers. Through TAC programs we hope to inspire students to think, explore, and take an active role in the Beren community as well as the Jewish community as a whole.

The Â鶹Çø Student Union ("YSU") is the presiding body of student government, representing every student at Â鶹Çø. The YSU board plans and implements school-wide events and promotes and enables club activities. The YSU board members serve as advocates for the entire undergraduate student body. In a university with a diverse student body, the YSU board aims to serve all groups within Â鶹Çø University fairly. In addition, the YSU board serves the various other boards on campus, maintaining open lines of communication and encouraging cooperation within the Student Council. The YSU board, along with the Student Council, acts as a liaison to the university administration. The goal of YSU is to infuse the Â鶹Çø experience with enthusiasm and excitement, creating a vibrant and fun environment for all students.

• Wilf Campus Student Constitution

Student Organization of Â鶹Çø, also known as SOY, focuses on fulfilling the religious needs of Â鶹Çø's Wilf Campus Students.  SOY is determined to fulfill its mission to create a comfortable Jewish environment, filled with Torah learning and religious life on campus, as well as to serve the greater YU community and support Torah and religiously oriented activities.  As representatives of a diverse student body - whether it's the Mechina program, the IBC program, the SBMP program, the MYP program or RIETS - it is our goal to create a unified atmosphere of Torah and Jewish identity on campus.  SOY's goal is to facilitate each student's opportunity to maximize his own unique religious experience.  At the end of the day, the Â鶹Çø College/ Sy Syms School of Business Student body can rely on SOY to create the religious, educational and experiential opportunities that they hope to experience while attending Â鶹Çø.

The Â鶹Çø College Student Association (YCSA) represents the students of Â鶹Çø College. It aims to maximize the potential of each student by enhancing their experience at Â鶹Çø College and the Â鶹Çø Community.  YCSA coordinates and encourages all student activities within the scope of Â鶹Çø College, providing for the promotion of students' interests.  YCSA oversees more than thirty clubs, ranging from the Economics Club to the Physics Club, from the student publication The Clarion to the Student Holocaust Education Movement.  Furthermore, YCSA works closely with the Â鶹Çø Student Union, Student Organization of Â鶹Çø and Syms School of Business Student Council on the Wilf campus, as well as SCWSC on the Beren campus, creating, planning and implementing university-wide events for all students to enjoy.  Additionally, YCSA provides a voice for the students, working closely with the administration in all matters affecting the welfare of the student body.  We encourage all students to take advantage of the incredible opportunities that Â鶹Çø College presents and to get involved in the various aspects of student life.

The Sy Syms School of Business Student Council is dedicated to promoting and representing the interests of the Sy Syms student body.  By implementing a wide range of academic and social activities, the council seeks to aid in the development of future business leaders as well as to provide students with the opportunity to network and develop professional relationships. 

The Student Council facilitates student involvement through workshops/clubs, speakers, networking opportunities and site visits. The council works with administration, faculty, staff and school committees to ensure that students feel free to express their ideas, interests and suggestions. SYMSSC sponsors a variety of clubs designed to promote student participation and enrichment and to encourage all students involvement.  SYMSSC fosters improved student-faculty relationships in order to achieve our stated aims.  Please feel free to contact us regarding any suggestions, ideas or concerns you may have.

The Student Life Committee (SLC) serves as a communication bridge between the student body and YU’s administrative faculty and staff. By partnering with YU’s administration and departments, the SLC strives to enhance the quality of life on Â鶹Çø’s Wilf campus. SLC Liaisons voice students’ concerns and propose innovative ideas to benefit the Wilf Campus in any way, shape, or form. They also anticipate future problems on campus and resolve current issues faced by the student body. The committee currently consists of thirteen students: two co-chairmen and eleven members. Have suggestions? Contact us at wilfslc@yu.edu

Committed to giving each and every student on campus a voice, The Student Life Committee works hard to make your opinion matter and ensure that the Â鶹Çø faculty and administration hear your voices.