What is our club’s mailing address?
“Club Name”
Intramural Sports Circle
308 W. Circle Dr. Rm. 121
East Lansing, MI 48824
What is the difference between a Club Sport and a Registered Student Organization (RSO) at Michigan State University?
Club Sports at MSU are required to be Registered Student Organizations before being eligible to be a Club Sport. In addition to the resources available to RSO’s, Club Sports receive the following:
Access to some administrative assistance through the Club Sports Director
Access to the Recreational Sports and Fitness Services Department’s Development Account (the ability to receive tax-deductible donations)
Advertised on the Recreational Sports and Fitness Services website
Discounts on facility rental when hosting tournaments/competitions
What qualifies a group to be a Club Sport?
Recognized Registered Student Organization (RSO) for minimum of 2 years
Demonstrate leadership transition beyond the founding members
Competitive in nature, must compete in at least 3 home or travel events each year
Members pay dues to help cover costs for the year
Team travel outside of the East Lansing area for competitions
A National Governing Body exists for the team and they are members in good standing
100% of the membership consists of MSU affiliates (student/faculty/staff/alumni) with valid MSU ID
Level of risk involved in the sport: it’s appropriate and in accordance with the overall mission of the Rec Sports Department and falls within acceptable safety guidelines as determined by MSU Risk Management
Each club is unique and is the only one offered through the Club Sports Program; utilizes and is supported by Rec Sports facilities
Teams must have a minimum of 10 members or enough to fully roster a team
History within our department, so longstanding teams are given opportunities to continue to be successful through consistent resources that have been afforded them in the past, as long as they remain a club in good standing
Club teams must comply with rules and regulations set forth by the University, the Rec Sports Department and their National Governing Organization within reason
What is our Development Account and how do we find out the balance?
Club Sports have access to the Rec Sport’s Development Account. This allows clubs to receive tax deductible donations. Reimbursement from this account must follow all of the laws and rules set forth by Michigan State University and the IRS. The easiest way to use this money is to have us pay an invoice for you (that’s less than $2500) or get reimbursed. Always meet with the Club Sports Director before assuming you can get reimbursed for an expense. Never assume anything regarding the Development Account. To find out your balance, contact the Club Sports Director. Go to page 10 of this Handbook for more information regarding the use of this account.
How do we get approval to use MSU’s logos on publications/uniforms/etc?
All publication and apparel designs MUST be approved through University Licensing to ensure they adhere to University logo regulations. Go to www.licensing.msu.edu to read up on Graphics Standards, to find a list of licensed vendors as well as contact information.
How do we get funding from the University?
RSO’s are eligible to receive up to $4500 in a calendar year through the Associated Students of MSU (ASMSU). Find out more in the RSO Student Handbook: https://spartanexperiences.msu.edu/rso-s/RSOH/index.html