Students interested in creating a new student organization must complete a process that includes researching other similar student organizations on campus. If you are interested in starting a new organization, please contact the Student Wellness & Engagement Coordinator.

Steps to start an organization at Sanford:

• First, reach out to the MPP Student Council to present your organization idea to their team. This must include your organizations constitution, mission statement, leadership team, and 10 additional members.
• Once approved by the Council, you then will apply for acceptance to the Graduate and Professional Student Government (GPSG).
• The application process is via DukeGroups.com. Materials required are included in their online application.
• While pending approval, familiarize themselves with the procedures and policies of University Center Activities & Events (UCAE), the division of Duke Student Affairs that governs all student organization activities.

Requirements after your organization has been approved by the MPP Student Council, Student Affairs & GPSG:

• Groups must maintain good standing with GPSG and re-register every August in a timely manner to remain an active organization.
• Complete the mandatory student organization trainings (financial, social host, leadership development).
• Apply through GPSG for a dedicated UCAE fund code to enable the organization to collect revenue and disburse/reimburse funds.
• Adhere to all policies outlined here to ensure timely and accurate reimbursement for expenses incurred by organization representatives.