Club Requirements
How Do I Join a Club?
To join a club, please visit our Active Club Page for a list of currently recognized clubs for the semester. Each listing includes the club advisor’s contact information. Students are encouraged to reach out directly to the advisor of the club they’re interested in to learn more about membership requirements, meeting times, and how to join.
How Can I Start a Club at Fullerton College?
Currently enrolled students interested in creating a new club or organization can begin the process by completing the Clubs and Organizations Interest Form.
After the form is submitted, a Student Life and Leadership representative will contact you with onboarding details, required forms, and step-by-step guidance to help you establish your club.
What Are the Requirements to Start a Club?
As of Fall 2025, students must meet the following requirements to start a club at Fullerton College:
- A minimum of five student members, including three club officers and two general members
- One full-time tenured faculty advisor (additional co-advisors are welcome but do not need to be full-time)
Additional forms and steps will be provided after submitting the Clubs and Organizations Interest Form.
Can I Reactivate a Club That Is No Longer Active?
Yes. Clubs that are no longer active can be reactivated by currently enrolled students.
At Fullerton College, clubs are considered inactive if required paperwork has not been submitted for at least one full semester.
If you’re interested in reactivating a club, please contact Student Life and Leadership for next steps and guidance on how to get started.
What Paperwork Is Needed to Start or Maintain a Club?
To start or maintain a club at Fullerton College, the following documents are required:
- Club and Organization Roster Form
- Club Constitution
- Request for Establishing an FC Club or Organization Form
The Club and Organization Roster Form must be submitted every semester, as club membership and officer roles may change regularly.
The Club Constitution and Request for Establishing an FC Club or Organization Form do not need to be resubmitted each semester. These documents only need to be updated and resubmitted if there are significant changes to the club’s structure, bylaws, or purpose, to ensure they accurately reflect the current operations of the club.
Do Clubs Have to Submit Paperwork Every Semester?
Yes. All clubs are required to submit paperwork each semester, regardless of whether any information has changed.
This requirement applies to all clubs, including those that have been active for multiple semesters.
Clubs that fail to submit the necessary paperwork for at least one full semester will lose their active status and will no longer be recognized as an official club at Fullerton College.
Advisors
What Are the Expectations of an Advisor?
Advisors play a critical role in supporting the success and compliance of student clubs and organizations at Fullerton College.
All official advisor expectations will be outlined in the updated Clubs & Organizations Handbook, scheduled for release later this semester.
In the meantime, the following is a summary of key responsibilities:
- Attend all official club meetings, including general, executive, and planning meetings. Advisors should also coordinate with Campus Safety if assistance is needed to access meeting rooms.
- Submit room reservations through 25Live.
- Attend and supervise all club events and activities in full, ensuring student saftety and compliance with campus policies.
- Regularly review the club’s financial records, accessible through the Fullerton College Bursar’s Office.
- Oversee all club-related online content, including social media and websites. Advisors must have access to login credentials for any digital platforms associated with the club.
- Be knowledgeable of and follow all relevant College and District policies, including the Student Code of Conduct, and ensure that club members do the same.
- Remain actively involved in the club’s operations, including helping guide event planning, documentation, and fulfillment of the club’s mission.
- Understand that any violations of District or College policies, state laws, or federal regulations that negatively impact the club or College may result in removal from the advisory role.
How Can I Sign Up to Be an Advisor?
Fullerton College faculty who are interested in serving as a club advisor are encouraged to contact Student Life and Leadership at studentlife@fullcoll.edu.
Please note only full-time tenured faculty may serve as the primary advisor for a student club or organization. (Additional co-advisors are welcome but do not need to be full-time).
Student Life and Leadership can provide more information about advisor expectations, the approval process, and how to get involved.
Can a Club Function Without an Advisor?
No. All clubs must have a Fullerton College full-time faculty member serving as an advisor to be officially recognized.
Are Advisors Required to Attend Every Club Meeting?
Yes, it is mandatory for advisors to attend all club meetings and events—except those hosted by Student Life and Leadership.
What If My Advisor Cannot Make It to My Meetings?
If your advisor cannot attend a meeting or event, they should communicate this in advance to the club officers. Please note that club meetings cannot be held without advisor supervision.
If your club cannot make accomodations with your advisor, you are encouraged to contact Student Life and Leadership. The Student Center staff may assist by checking for available spaces to host your meeting within the Student Center during operating hours. Please keep in mind that meetings cannot be accomodated once the Student Center is closed.
What If Our Advisor Steps Down Mid-Semester?
Clubs must notify Student Life & Leadership and secure a new full-time faculty advisor to remain active and in good standing.
Please note that clubs cannot remain active without a primary full-time faculty advisor in place.
Social Media and Publicity
Are Clubs Allowed to Have Social Media Accounts
Yes! Clubs are permitted to create and manage social media accounts. These platforms are an effective wy to promote events, share updates, and engage with fellow students.
However, clubs may only create social media accounts after receiving approval from Student Life and Leadership and fulflling all requirements to be recognized as an active club.
In accordance with campus policy:
- All login credentials must be shared with the club’s faculty advisor
- All social media accounts and platforms, including Discord servers, must clearly state that the club is a student-run organizations and not officially affiliated with Fullerton College.
- The College and the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) do not assume responsibility for any content shared on these platforms.
Student Life and Leadership encourages clubs to share their official social media handles with our office so they can be included on the Active Club List section of our website.
Do Club Social Media Accounts Need to Be Approved?
Yes, clubs must register their social media handles with the Student Life and Leadership Office by submitting them through the club roster form. Once all paperwork is processed, the social media account—along with the club itself—will be officially approved.
Can My Club Post Flyers on Campus?
Yes, clubs are allowed to post flyers on campus, but only after all official club paperwork has been submitted, approved, and the club is recognized by Student Life and Leadership.
All flyers must be stamped and approved by the Student Life and Leadership Office before being posted. Clubs may bring up to 7 copies for approval, and one copy will be kept for office records. Posting guidelines and approved posting locations will be reviewed during the approval process.
Please note: Student Life and Leadership only reviews and approves flyers. We do not handle approvals for banners, A-frames, or other types of promotional materials.
