Clubs and societies resources

Clubs and societies resources

Access the resources you need to start and run a Student Life club or society.

On this page you’ll find information about membership requirements, running committee meetings, managing the finances of your club, and making sure your events are safe and inclusive. 

Visit the RUSU website for information about running a RUSU affiliated club. 

Getting started

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Starting a club

Learn how to start a club or society affiliated with RMIT Student Life.

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Membership requirements

Access information about the RMIT clubs and societies code of conduct, membership conditions and more.

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Club committee framework and meetings

Find everything you need to know about how club committees work and how to run official club or society committee meetings.

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Clubs and societies succession planning

Learn about the process of identifying and selecting members to fill key executive roles as they become vacant.

Running your club

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Club finances

Learn all about managing your club’s money. How to access it, how to spend it and how to keep track of your club money.

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Maintaining your Student Life affiliation

There are procedures and policies you need to follow to ensure your club remains affiliated with RMIT.

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Your club website, email and postal address

Find official postal addresses for any letters or packages sent to your club, and how to find your club email address and website.

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Running a club event

A guide to planning your club events and activities in a safe and inclusive way.

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Communication and promotion

Information on using social media, responding to member feedback and creating club apparel.

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Club awards

Read about the RMIT Sports Awards and the Vice-Chancellor’s Club of the Year award.

Compliance

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Risk management

Learn about how to run events and trips safely, who to contact in an emergency, as well as insurance details.

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Under 18s and child safety

Access essential information, resources and processes for club leaders regarding under-18 (u18) club members.

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Media consent at club events

Familiarise yourself with the various policies around event photos and recordings, as well as the rules around showing media at events.

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Your club terms and conditions

We have created the following guide to assist you in creating club terms and conditions, including a refund policy.

Student Life club contact

The first point of contact for RMIT Student Life affiliated clubs is the Clubs & Societies Program Coordinator. Any club member can communicate with the Clubs & Societies Program Coordinator at any time within work hours, by Teams, phone, email, or by making an appointment.

Clubs & Societies Program Coordinator

Jack Arnold 

Phone: 03 9925 9757 

Email: clubs@rmit.edu.au

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