Expanding the membership base is crucial for the success and longevity of any organization. A larger, more diverse membership not only brings fresh ideas and perspectives but also enhances the organization’s capacity for networking and resource allocation. By actively recruiting new members and retaining current ones, organizations can maintain a dynamic, engaged, and sustainable community that contributes to achieving their goals and broadening their impact.
Things to Consider
Makeup
Consider the makeup of your organization in terms of class
Numbers
How many first-year, second-year, third-year, fourth-year and graduate students does your org have?
Growth
It’s important to have a relatively even number of each class to ensure long term success and natural growth within the organization.
Ways to Grow Membership
Involvement Fairs
Participate in the Fall and Winter Involvement Fair
Tables
Table often and in different places on campus
Events
Hold events that are open to all students in an inclusive space
Attend
Attend events that pertain to your student org
Marketing
Utilize marketing to spread the word about your org
Guides
Growing Membership Guide can be accessed by clicking on the thumbnail below.
