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Introduction 3

Nonprofit leadership alliance Overview 4

National Mission 4

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP 5

Certificate in nonprofit leadership/management 6

Registration and certification fees policy 7

Certification requirements (undergraduate) 8

certification requirements (graduate) 9

core competencies 10

UNDERGRADUATE LEVEL COURSES/ACTIVITIES………………………………………………………………………………………………….11

GRADUATE LEVEL COURSES/ACTIVITIES………………………………………………......................................................13

INTERNSHIP 16

uni nonprofit leadership alliance student organization 17

Organizational structure 17

Terms of Service for Leadership Team Members 18

Annual event schedule 18

Nonprofit leadership alliance student association membership committees 19

Job Descriptions 20

Funding Accounts and Uses 29

Available scholarships 29

ALLIANCE Management Institute 30

Institute student behavior and expectations 31

NORTHERN IOWA STUDENT ORGANIZATION POLICY 32

PUBLICITY/COMMUNICATION 33

RESERVATION ARRANGEMENTS/SERVICES 35

UNIVERSITY POLICIES 37

Risk & Liability 38

RECOGNITION OF STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS 39

IMPORTANT FORMS AND RESOURCES FOR STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS 40

FUNDING SOURCES 41

Introduction

Can you imagine being able to change the world just by providing services to others? Well, a career in the nonprofit sector is one that can be both rewarding and fulfilling to those who choose to follow this area as a career path. Additionally, the sector is one that compromises a wide variety of organizations that differ in both mission and purpose. Nonprofits are the organizations that often respond to community needs and play an essential role in providing social change. It is, therefore, necessary to develop a workforce of capable professionals that are ready and committed to take on the challenges this sector faces. The UNI Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association is a student-based organization that recruits, develops and supports future nonprofit professionals to acquire leadership skills that will boost their potential and provide overall success upon entry into the workforce of the nonprofit sector.

The purpose of this manual is to educate students of all majors attending the University of Northern Iowa’s Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association and to serve as a guide in completing the requirement for the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Certificate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership. Even though this manual will cover all relevant information on Nonprofit Leadership Alliance, it is also recommended that you consult the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance faculty advisors, Dr. Julianne Gassman and/or Instructor Kristina Kofoot, or your current academic advisor to assist with any questions that you may have concerning Nonprofit Leadership Alliance.

Thank you for your interest in the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association! We can assure you that Nonprofit Leadership Alliance will provide you with opportunities for leadership, professional development, volunteerism and career development. We look forward to your future participation.

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Overview[pic]

Established in 1948, Nonprofit Leadership Alliance (formerly American Humanics) is a national nonprofit organization devoted to prepare students for careers in the nonprofit field. The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance is currently partnered with 36 colleges and universities nationwide to accomplish this goal. Nonprofit Leadership Alliance also has a partnership with 20 national nonprofit leaders that provide internship, mentoring and placement opportunities for students pursuing nonprofit careers.

National Mission

The Mission of the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance is to strengthen the social sector with a talented, prepared workforce.

University of Northern Iowa

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Certified Nonprofit Professional Credential (CNP) Profile Creation/Update Information

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Through the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance website () students have the opportunity to create a profile that makes it convenient for them to track developments and apply for certification. The Certification Transcript is a formal way in which students can review, record and update progress in completing requirements of the Certified Nonprofit Professional Credential.

Competencies Addressed

• After you complete a course, workshop or internship experience determine which competencies you have met. When updating the “Competencies Addressed” section of the transcript, record the name of the course/activity.

Leadership and Service Activities

• When updating the ‘Leadership and Service Activities” section of the transcript, list the activity name and the start and end dates of each activity. Additionally, consider highlighting positions of responsibility and leadership. Remember to record your involvement in the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association in this section.

Alliance Management Institute Attendance

• The Alliance Management Institute Attendance section of the transcript will automatically be updated after the institute. After Alliance Management Institute, record the workshops you attended in the “Competencies Addressed “section of the certification transcript.

Internship Section

• When the internship experience is completed be sure to update the “internship experience” section of the your certification transcript and provide information of the internship such as the organization’s name, address, state, internship start date, end date and the number of hours completed. You must be enrolled in a UNI internship (experiential education, etc.) class for your internship to be consider for your CNP.

Bachelor’s Degree

• List the details of your Bachelor’s Degree, including the institution you attended, the type of degree (BA, BS), major and minor if applicable.

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Registration/Certification Fees Policy

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All registrations and applications for certification must be done online through NLA Salesforce profile. Students need to adhere to the following important information for each payment category.

Registration Fee: The registration fee of $25.00 is due upon starting an NLA profile. You can pay by credit or debit card and the payment is non- refundable. Once you register, the Campus Executive Director (CED) will be notified for approval.

Certification Fee: The certification fee of $30.00 is due after completing all the requirements needed for certification. You can pay by credit or debit card and the payment is non-refundable.

The CED will approve all entries in student profiles. When all flags are green it indicates that your profile has been fully approved. The CED has the authority to not approve any students not meeting all requirements for certification.

Alliance Management Institute (AMI)*: Attending AMI is one of the requirements for NLA certification. The support you receive for attending AMI is a scholarship from the University of Northern Iowa NLA. Student will be invoiced for their AMI scholarship support if they do not complete certification within one month of official graduation.

*Important notice: Once students attend AMI or any other conference by accepting funding from the University of Northern Iowa they are expected to complete the certification process. Acceptance of funds is a commitment to complete certification. Failure to complete the process (not getting a B or higher, not taking the required classes, not paying the final fee, etc) will result in being invoiced for the funds given in support of seeking your CNP.

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Certification Requirements – Undergraduate level

*Courses are subject to substitution for non-LYHS members after discussion with CED and/or AD

Students seeking their Certified Nonprofit Professional Credential must complete and adhere to the following:

Complete all coursework specific to the curriculum conducted by the University of Northern Iowa listed below

• Obtain a grade level of C+ or better in all required classes

• Maintain an overall minimum GPA of 2.5 or better

• Complete a 300 or more hour internship with a nonprofit organization or agency

• Participate and be active in the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association

• Participate in the annual Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Management Institute

• Complete a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree

|Required NONPROFIT LEADERSHIP ALLIANCE Coursework Undergraduate LYHS Majors* |

|Hours |

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|LYHS 2335 |

|Principles of Nonprofit Organizations |

|3 |

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|LYHS 3050 |

|Management of Leisure Youth and Human Services (Prerequisite(s): junior standing or consent of instructor.) |

|3 |

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|LYHS 4055 |

|Financial Resource Management for LYHS Agencies |

|3 |

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|LYHS 3337 |

|Human Resource Development for Nonprofit and Youth Agencies |

|3 |

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|LYHS 3183 |

|LYHS 4339 |

|Nonprofit Leadership Practicum Level 1 |

|Nonprofit Leadership Practicum Level 2 |

|2 |

|2 |

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|LYHS 4095 |

|Internship (Prerequisite(s): senior standing; consent of Internship Coordinator. Co-requisite(s): 430:184.) |

|8 |

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|Credit Summary |

|Total Hours For Nonprofit Management and Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Certificate |

|24 |

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|The Executive Director and/or Assistant Director has the authority to counsel out of the program any students not meeting all requirements. |

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Certification Requirements – Graduate level

*Courses are subject to substitution for non-LYHS members after discussion with CED and/or AD

Students seeking a certificate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership must complete and adhere to the following:

• Complete all coursework specific to the curriculum conducted by the University of Northern Iowa listed below.

• Obtain a grade level of B or better in all required classes.

• Maintain an overall minimum GPA of 3.0 or better.

• Complete a 300 or more hour internship with a nonprofit organization or agency.

• Participate and be active in the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association.

• Participate in the annual Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Management Institute.

• Complete a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree

|Required NONPROFIT LEADERSHIP ALLIANCE Coursework  |

|Graduate LYHS* |

|Hours |

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|LYHS 6408 |

|Financial Decision Making for Youth/Human Services Agencies |

|3 |

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|LYHS 6418 |

|Personnel Management and Supervision in Youth/Human Services |

|3 |

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|LYHS 6200 |

|Historical & Philosophical Foundations of LYHS |

|3 |

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|LYHS 6412 |

|Management Issues in LYHS |

|3 |

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|LYHS 5339 |

|LYHS 5339 |

|Nonprofit Leadership Practicum 1 (student association) |

|Nonprofit Leadership Practicum 2 (student association) |

|2 |

|2 |

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|LYHS 6295 |

|Internship |

|8 |

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|Credit Summary |

|Total Hours For Nonprofit Management and Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Certificate |

|24 |

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|The Executive Director and/or Assistant Director has the authority to counsel out of the program any students not meeting all requirements. |

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Nonprofit Competencies

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The core competencies conducted by students is beneficial in many ways. Completion of these competencies ensures that students acquire the skills and knowledge for entry-level nonprofit positions. The following are the competencies needed for certification.

|COMPETENCY |COMPETENCY DESCRIPTION |

|Program Development |Highlights program design, implementation, and evaluation strategies applicable to all nonprofits |

| |(youth services, arts, environment, health, recreation, etc.) |

|Volunteer and Human Resource Management |Highlights the knowledge, skills, and techniques for managing volunteer and paid staff. |

|Financial Resource Development & Management |Highlights financial resource acquisition, budgeting, financial management, control and transparency|

| |in nonprofit organizations. |

|Communication, Marketing & Public Relations |Highlights knowledge, attitudes, and activities that nonprofit organizations use to understand, |

| |inform, and influence their various constituencies. |

|Cultural Competency and Diversity |Highlights the development of cultural competency preparation for professional practice in |

| |culturally diverse settings. |

|Governance, Leadership & Advocacy |Highlights the stewardship and advocacy roles, responsibilities and leadership of the board of |

| |directors, staff and volunteers in the development of policies, procedures, and processes by which |

| |nonprofits operate and are held accountable. |

| | |

|Legal & Ethical Decision Making |Highlights basic laws, regulations and professional standards that govern nonprofit sector |

| |operations, including a basic knowledge of risk and crisis management, ethics, and decision-making. |

| | |

|Personal & Professional Development |Highlights the nature of employment in the nonprofit sector, from researching career opportunities, |

| |applying and interview for a job, to continuing professional development. |

|Foundations & Management of the Nonprofit Sector |Highlights the history, contributions, and unique characteristics of the nonprofit sector and its |

| |management. |

|Future of the Nonprofit Sector |Highlights the dynamic nature of the nonprofit sector, the importance of continuous improvement, |

| |emerging trends and innovations, and the critical role research plays in shaping best practices. |

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Competencies

and UNI undergraduate Level Courses/Activities

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|Competencies |UNI Courses to Meet the Competency |Other LYHS Courses |

|Communication, Marketing & Public Relations | | |

| |LYHS 3050 Management of LYHS | |

| |LYHS 4339 Nonprofit Leadership Practicum | |

| |LYHS 4095 Internship | |

|Cultural Competency and Diversity | | |

| |LYHS 2335 Principles of Nonprofits and Youth Serving Agencies | |

| |LYHS 3050 Management of LYHS | |

| |LYHS 3337 Human Resource Development of Nonprofit and Youth Serving| |

| |Agencies | |

|Financial Resource Development and Management | | |

| |LYHS 4055 Fundraising and Budgeting in Nonprofit and Youth Serving | |

| |Agencies | |

|Foundations & Management of the Nonprofit Sector | | |

| |LYHS 2335 Principles of Nonprofits and Youth Serving Agencies | |

| |LYHS 3050 Management of LYHS | |

|Governance, Leadership & Advocacy | | |

| |LYHS 2335 Principles of Nonprofits and Youth Serving Agencies | |

| |LYHS 3337 Human Resource Development of Nonprofit and Youth Serving| |

| |Agencies | |

|Volunteer & Human Resource Management | | |

| |LYHS 2335 Principles of Nonprofits and Youth Serving Agencies | |

| |LYHS 3337 Human Resource Development in Nonprofit and Youth Serving| |

| |Agencies | |

|Legal & Ethical Decision Making | | |

| |LYHS 2335 Principles of Nonprofits and Youth Serving Agencies | |

| |LYHS 3050 Management of LYHS | |

| |LYHS 4055 Fundraising and Budgeting in Nonprofit and Youth Serving | |

| |Agencies | |

| |LYHS 4339 Nonprofit Leadership Practicum | |

| |LYHS 4095 Internship | |

|Personal & Professional Development | | |

| |LYHS 2335 Principles of Nonprofits and Youth Serving Agencies | |

| |LYHS 4339 Nonprofit Leadership Practicum | |

| |LYHS 3050 Management of LYHS | |

| |LYHS 4095 Internship | |

|Program Development | | |

| |LYHS 3050 Management of LYHS | |

| |LYHS 2335 Principles of Nonprofits and Youth Serving Agencies | |

| |LYHS 3337 Human Resource Development of Nonprofit and Youth Serving| |

| |Agencies | |

|Future of the Nonprofit Sector | | |

| |LYHS 2335 Principles of Nonprofits and Youth Serving Agencies | |

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Competencies

and UNI Graduate Level Courses/Activities

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|NLA Competencies |UNI Courses to Meet the Competency | |

|Program Development | | |

|Highlights program design, implementation, and evaluation strategies |LYHS 6412:Management Issues in LYHS | |

|applicable to all nonprofits (youth services, arts, environment, health, |OR | |

|recreation etc.) |LYHS 6402:Strategic Program Management | |

|Volunteer and Human Resource Management | | |

|Highlights the knowledge, skills and techniques for managing volunteer and |LYHS 6418:Personnel Management | |

|paid staff | | |

|Financial Resource Development Management | | |

|Highlights financial resource acquisition, budgeting, financial management, |LYHS 6406:Fundraising and Grant Seeking | |

|control and transparency in nonprofit organizations. | | |

|Communication, Marketing & Public Relations | | |

|Highlights knowledge, attitudes and activities that nonprofit organizations |LYHS 6404: Fundraising and Grant Seeking | |

|use to understand, inform and influence their various constituencies. |for Nonprofit Agencies | |

|Cultural Competency and Diversity | | |

|Highlights the development of cultural competency preparation for professional| | |

|practice in cultural diverse settings. | | |

|Governance, leadership & Advocacy | | |

|Highlights the stewardship and advocacy roles, responsibilities and leadership|LYHS 6201:Social Policy and Issues in | |

|of the board of directors, staff and volunteers in the development of |Leisure, Youth and Human Services | |

|policies, procedures, and processes by which nonprofits operate and are held | | |

|accountable. | | |

|Legal & Ethical Decision Making | | |

|Highlights basic laws, regulations and professional standards that govern |LYHS 6418 Personnel Management | |

|nonprofit sector operations, including a basic knowledge of risk and crisis | | |

|management, ethics, and decision making. | | |

|Personal & Professional Development | | |

|Highlights the nature of employment in the nonprofit sector, from researching |LYHS 6299:Research | |

|career. | | |

|Foundations & Management of the Nonprofit Sector | | |

|Highlights the history, contributions, and unique characteristics of the |LYHS 6200:Historical and Philosophical | |

|nonprofit sector and its management. |Foundations of Leisure, Youth and Human | |

| |Services | |

|Future of the Nonprofit Sector | | |

|Highlights the dynamic nature of the nonprofit sector, the importance of |LYHS 6418 Personnel Management | |

|continuous improvement, emerging trends and innovations, and the critical role| | |

|research plays in shaping best practices. | | |

Internship Experience

[pic]The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance internship provides you with an opportunity to use and apply what you have learned from your coursework in a “real life” nonprofit agency’s work environment.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the internship component of the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance program, the student must:

• Have completed or be in the process of completing the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance core-courses and received a 2.0 or higher in these courses.

• Be a second term sophomore, junior, senior or have a post-baccalaureate degree.

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Internship Requirements

• A minimum of 300 service hours

• Internships must be done at a 501(c)3 youth and human service organization*

• Can be completed at more than one organization (while student is in school or over the summer)

• Must be approved by the campus director

• Must be enrolled and receiving credit for your internship

Leadership and Service Activities

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Students seeking Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Certification must participate in campus, community, service learning, or volunteer activities on a regular basis. The University of Northern Iowa’s Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association annually takes part in community service projects with selected local organizations. This should be listed in the Leadership and Service Activities section, along with all other Leadership and Service Activities a student was involved in.

*With approval from the CED or CD internships at other locations can be considered

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association

Organizational Structure[pic]

Terms of Service for Leadership Team Members

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|Fall-Spring Term |Spring-Fall Term |

|Associate Director |Executive Director |

|Director of Finances |Director of Resource Development |

|Director of Community Service |Director of Consulting |

|Director of Marketing and PR |Director of Recruitment and Member Development |

Annual Event Schedule

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Meetings

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance student organization meetings are held weekly. Times and location vary by semester. Please contact Kristina Kofoot for class time and location.

Fall Semester

• New Member Recruitment

• Volunteer Fair

• Annual Giving Campaign

• Advisory Board Meeting

• IAF Application

• Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Management Institute Planning

Spring Semester

• Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Management Institute Planning

• Community Service Project

• Cedar Valley Nonprofit Awards Luncheon

• Duck Dash

• Nonprofit Explore-A-Ganza

Benefits of Leadership Team

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Credit – earn up to 1 Field Experience credit each semester

1. High-level leadership development

2. Member of a leadership cohort – others support you and your leadership development

3. Credential Fee – UNI’s NLA program will pay your final credentialing fee ($35.00)

4. Exemption from PDP and reflection papers

5. Meals

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Student Association Membership Committees

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Marketing Team

• Aim: The marketing committee is charged with promoting recognition of Nonprofit Leadership Alliance’ name throughout campus.

• Activities: Oversees the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance brochure and media packet, UNI Nonprofit Leadership Alliance website, newsletter and t-shirts.

Resource Development Team

• Aim: Resource development is responsible for raising funds for projects throughout the year. The resource development committee specifically is in charge of the annual fundraising campaign for Nonprofit Leadership Alliance students to attend the annual Alliance Management Institute.

• Activities: Resource Development plans fundraising events such as Duck Dash and Younkers Day coupon sales, in addition to organizing the annual campaign.

Recruitment and Member EngagementTeam

• Aim: Is in charge of bringing in new members and retaining memberships from past years as well as works on networking with nonprofit organizations for future benefits, as well as, helping Nonprofit Leadership Alliance members to grow professionally.

• Activities: The membership and social committee reaches this goal by visiting classes, setting up tables around campus, and planning social events throughout the year.

Community Service Team

• Aim: The community service committee is in charge of planning and organizing the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance 500 hour service project that is completed annually for a deserving nonprofit agency in the community.

• Activities: In addition to planning the community service project, this committee is responsible for collaborating with the Volunteer Center of Cedar Valley on the annual Volunteer Fair at UNI.

Research and Consulting Team

• Aim: To initiate and promote research activities related to promoting academic and student relations within the student organization.

• Activities: Establishing research teams and topics and responsible for the preparation of research abstracts for AMI.

Job Description

Job Title: Advisory Board Members

Reports to: Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Organization

Job Summary: To provide feedback on Nonprofit Leadership Alliance competencies, curriculum, and activities.

Key Activities and Responsibilities:

• Regularly meet with Nonprofit Leadership Alliance students

• Help students to meet competencies

• Provide information on internship possibilities

• Attend/participate in Nonprofit Leadership Alliance functions as invited

• Assist in fundraising by helping to develop fundraising skills

• Donate funds to support Nonprofit Leadership Alliance’ activities

• Promote Nonprofit Leadership Alliance in the surrounding communities

Needed Characteristics, Experience and Training:

• A firm understanding of leadership qualities within the field

• Ability to communicate well with other members of Advisory Board and with Nonprofit Leadership Alliance students

• Have an understanding of the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance competencies

• Have a desire to work with Nonprofit Leadership Alliance to better educate students

Time Commitment:

• One meetings per semester each lasting approximately two hours

• Time available for students to schedule appointments

• Participation in Nonprofit Leadership Alliance events

Job Description

Job Title: Executive Director of NLA Student Association

Reports to: Executive Director and Assistant Director

Job Summary: To provide leadership, structure, and communication systems for the members to serve effectively in their roles.

Key Activities and Responsibilities:

• Assist and guide committees and other officers

• Set agenda for board and association meetings

• Lead weekly association meetings

• Lead board meetings

• Report to University

• Report to local newspapers on important events

• Active spokesperson for organization

• Provide direction for peers and take directions from peers

• Commit to help recruit and train executive director-elect

• Establish and implement yearly goals

• Lead weekly meetings

• Participate in outside events and sub-committee meetings

• Work with classes involved in Nonprofit Leadership Alliance’ events

• Act as the contact person for NLA

• Regularly tracks association activities for NLA Annual Report

Needed Characteristics, Experience and Training:

• Leadership skills

• Ability to take initiative

• Knowledge of Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

• Ability to multi-task

• Ability to meet time commitment

• Active membership in Nonprofit Leadership Alliance for at least one semester

• Good communication skills

• Ability to relate to diverse personalities

• Ability to respond positively to feedback

• Ability to motivate and lead in a creative manner

• Ability to plan, organize, and evaluate organizational activities

Time Commitment:

• One year term

• Attendance at all student association meetings: two hours every week

• Attendance at all advisory board meetings: one hour, once a semester

• Attendance at sub-committee meetings: as needed

• Attendance at majority of volunteer, professional development, and social activities

• Attendance at any activities involving club presidents at UNI

Job Description

Job Title: Associate Director of the NLA Student Association

Reports to: Executive Director and Assistant Director

Job Summary: To support the Student Executive Director in times of absence, coordinate logistics for the Alliance Management Institute conference, and plan the annual Spring Luncheon.

Key Activities and Responsibilities:

• Assist and guide Directors

• Lead weekly association meetings in absence of Executive Director

• Active spokesperson for organization

• Provide encouragement for peers

• Commit to help recruit and train associate director-elect

• Assist Executive Director in establishing and implementing yearly goals

• Participate in outside events and sub-committee meetings

• Keep track of membership attendance at each meeting

• Report membership attendance

• Take notes at meetings

• Send out reminders about meetings and activities

• Send out minutes

• Keep track of volunteer experiences and hours

• Oversee the Membership committee and the Community Service committee

Needed Characteristics, Experience and Training:

• Organization

• Leadership skills

• Ability to take initiative

• Knowledge of Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

• Ability to multi-task

• Ability to meet time commitment

• Active membership in Nonprofit Leadership Alliance for at least one semester

• Good communication skills

• Ability to relate to diverse personalities

• Ability to respond positively to feedback

Time Commitment:

• One year term

• Attendance at all student association meetings: two hours every week

• Attendance at all advisory board meetings: one hour, once a semester

• Attendance at sub-committee meetings: as needed

• Attendance at majority of volunteer, professional development, and social activities

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Finances

Reports to: Executive Director

Job Summary: To provide leadership, structure, and communication systems for the members to serve effectively in their roles.

Key Activities and Responsibilities:

• Keep accurate reports of organization’s bank account and finances

• Arrange for University funded products/supplies

• Commit to help recruit and train Director of Finances-elect

• Keep accurate records of amounts brought in by various fundraisers

• Create budget and keep it updated

• Attend NISG funding meeting in the Spring

Needed Characteristics, Experience and Training:

• Organization

• Leadership skills

• Ability to take initiative

• Knowledge of Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

• Ability to multi-task

• Ability to meet time commitment

• Active membership in Nonprofit Leadership Alliance for at least one semester

• Good communication skills

• Ability to relate to diverse personalities

• Ability to respond positively to feedback

• Knowledge of bookkeeping

Time Commitment:

• One year term

• Attendance at all student meetings: two hours every week

• Attendance at all advisory board meetings: one hour, once a semester

• Attendance at sub-committee meetings: as needed

• Attendance at majority of volunteer, professional development, and social activities

• Attendance at all fundraising events

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Resource Development

Reports to: Associate Director

Job Summary: To plan, coordinate, and execute events and initiatives with the goal of bringing in funds for the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association.

Key Activities and Responsibilities:

• Work with advisory board to plan and implement strategies for increasing our resources

• Keep track of fundraising activities and amount earned

• Keep track of sponsorships and donors on database

• Contact others schools and inquire about fundraising techniques

• Oversees all fundraising activities throughout the semester

• Lead annual fundraising campaign

• Work directly with the Executive Director and the faculty advisors on a regular basis

Needed Characteristics, Experience and Training:

• Organization

• Leadership skills

• Ability to take initiative

• Knowledge of Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

• Ability to multi-task

• Ability to meet time commitment

• Active membership in Nonprofit Leadership Alliance for at least one semester

• Good communication skills

• Ability to relate to diverse personalities

• Ability to respond positively to feedback

• Knowledge of fundraising

• Creativity in ideas for fundraising

Time Commitment:

• One year term

• Attendance at all student meetings: two hours every week

• Attendance at all advisory board meetings: two hours, once a semester

• Attendance at sub-committee meetings: as needed

• Attendance at majority of volunteer, professional development, and social activities

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Community Service

Reports to: Associate Director

Job Summary: To provide leadership, structure, and communication systems for the members to serve effectively in their roles.

Key Activities and Responsibilities:

• Implement one year community service plan with selected agency

• Organize Volunteer Fair with Executive Director of the Volunteer Center of Cedar Valley

• Key contact with the selected agency

• Obtain directions, materials, etc. for community service project

• Inform volunteers of their duties

• Responsible for sending out RFP’s and press releases to select a community service project for the upcoming year

Needed Characteristics, Experience and Training:

• Organization

• Leadership skills

• Ability to take initiative

• Knowledge of Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

• Ability to multi-task

• Ability to meet time commitment

• Active membership in Nonprofit Leadership Alliance for at least one semester

• Good communication skills

• Ability to relate to diverse personalities

• Ability to respond positively to feedback

Time Commitment:

• One year term

• Attendance at all student meetings: two hours every week

• Attendance at all advisory board meetings: two hours, once a semester

• Attendance at sub-committee meetings: as needed

• Attendance at majority of volunteer, professional development, and social activities

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Recruitment and Member Development

Reports to: Associate Director

Job Summary: To provide leadership, structure, and communication systems for the members to serve effectively in their roles. To market for recruitment and bring new members to Nonprofit Leadership Alliance and to provide monthly socials for the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance group.

Key Activities and Responsibilities:

• Implement strategies to recruit new members

• Organize people to talk to each Leisure Service/General Education /and other major classes

• Develop and implement monthly social events

• Organize people to be here recruiting during freshman orientation

• Organize recruitment at tables in the Union in the fall and spring

• Reach out to diverse groups on campus to increase diversity within Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

• Work with advisory board to plan and implement strategies for increasing our membership

• Report weekly on recruitment strategies done and report at the end of the semester how many new members were recruited

• Bring in speakers to teach about fundraising, networking, professionalism, etc.

• Increase ties with nonprofit partners

Needed Characteristics, Experience and Training:

• Organization

• Leadership skills

• Ability to take initiative

• Knowledge of Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

• Ability to multi-task

• Ability to meet time commitment

• Active membership in Nonprofit Leadership Alliance for at least one semester

• Good communication skills

• Ability to relate to diverse personalities

• Ability to respond positively to feedback

Time Commitment:

• One year term

• Attendance at all student meetings: two hours every week

• Attendance at all advisory board meetings: two hours, once a semester

• Attendance at sub-committee meetings: as needed

• Attendance at majority of volunteer, professional development, and social activities.

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Marketing

Reports to: Associate Director

Job Summary: To provide leadership, structure, and communication systems for the members to serve effectively in their roles.

Key Activities and Responsibilities:

• Keeping up to date with brochures, the NLA newsletter, and the website

• Keeping methods of social media, such as Facebook and Twitter, up to date

• Updating and compiling media packets

• Managing press releases for the Alliance

• Ensuring consistent look and design across all marketing materials

• Managing photo releases for the NLA, and photograph NLA students, activities, and events

Needed Characteristics, Experience and Training:

• Organization

• Leadership skills

• Ability to take initiative

• Knowledge of Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

• Ability to multi-task

• Ability to meet time commitment

• Active membership in Nonprofit Leadership Alliance for at least one semester

• Good communication skills

• Ability to relate to diverse personalities

• Ability to respond positively to feedback

Time Commitment:

• One year term

• Attendance at all student meetings: two hours every week

• Attendance at all advisory board meetings: two hours, once a semester

• Attendance at sub-committee meetings: as needed

• Attendance at majority of volunteer, professional development, and social activities

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Consulting

Reports to: Associate Director

Job Summary: To provide leadership, structure, and communication systems for the members to serve effectively in their roles.

Key Activities and Responsibilities:

• Organize and present research opportunities to student members.

• Establish research teams and topics.

• Prepare abstracts for AMI presentations

Needed Characteristics, Experience and Training:

• Organization

• Leadership skills

• Ability to take initiative

• Knowledge of Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

• Ability to multi-task

• Ability to meet time commitment

• Active membership in Nonprofit Leadership Alliance for at least one semester

• Good communication skills

• Ability to relate to diverse personalities

• Ability to respond positively to feedback

Time Commitment:

• One year term

• Attendance at all student meetings: two hours every week

• Attendance at all advisory board meetings: two hours, once a semester

• Attendance at sub-committee meetings: as needed

• Attendance at majority of volunteer, professional development, and social activities

UNI NLASA Funding Accounts and Uses

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Scholarship Opportunities

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Robert and Yvonne Koob Fund for Student Community Engagement

A scholarship awarded each semester for students interning with nonprofit organizations in Iowa. Visit uni- for more information.

*Other funding opportunities may be available depending on finances and semester.

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Alliance Management Institute

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The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Management Institute is a three-day conference that provides students with the opportunity to gain valuable resources and skills on an array of topics. It is an intensive educational symposium where Nonprofit Leadership Alliance students, Nonprofit Leadership Alliance alumni, campus faculty/staff, and nonprofit professionals engage in professional workshops, a case study experience, placement and career coaching services, and networking.

The Alliance Management Institute is the capstone experience for junior and senior-level college students earning Nonprofit Leadership Alliance certification. This conference is held annually during the first week in January and rotates to a different city each year.

All students must be in good academic standing in all courses (C+ or better for undergraduate student and B+ or better for graduate student in NLA class) and have an overall GPA of 2.5 for undergraduate students and 3.00 for graduate students.

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Management Institute Benefits

• Allow students to interact with other students, nonprofit professionals, and faculty members.

• Participants gain a better understanding of the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance network, current issues, and best practices in the nonprofit sector.

• Attending the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Management Institute completes one of the requirements for the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance National Certification in Nonprofit Management.

Cost & Funding

UNI’s Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association has an excellent track record of producing enough funds through fundraisers to offset all of the participant fees for everyone that attends. We are committed to ensuring that your monetary contribution will be at a minimum, provided that you contribute to the success of our fundraising campaign.

Attendance to AMI includes scholarship support that require students to complete their CNP certification. Students who do not complete certification will be billed the cost of their AMI attendance.

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Alliance Management Institute

Student Behavior and Expectations

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• Student attendees are expected to fully participate in all events.

- Attendees can take full advantage of the conference by attending workshops, asking questions, preparing for programming and using this opportunity to network by getting to know people and making connections.

• Business casual attire is expected.

- Clothing such as jeans, outfits that are midriff bearing, skirts above the knee, platform/strappy shoes are inappropriate and should be avoided.

• In attending personal events that are not conference related, students are expected to travel in groups.

• Maintain a level of behavior that is positive and maintains the quality image projected by Nonprofit Leadership Alliance, Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association and the University of Northern Iowa.

- Underage drinking and overconsumption of alcohol is unacceptable.

• Depending on funding ability, students may be expected to pay all expenses related to the conference.

- Incurred expenses such as meals, luggage, cab fare and other incidentals are expected to be the responsibility of the student.

• All Travel Authorization, Risk and Medical History forms should be completed and submitted prior to the trip.

• Attendance to AMI includes scholarship support that require students to complete their CNP certification. Students who do not complete certification will be billed the cost of their AMI attendance.

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Student organizations and co-curricular activities provide leadership development opportunities and other beneficial experiences for college students. Through Student Life and Event Services, the University of Northern Iowa provides certain privileges to registered student organizations in good standing. These privileges (as explained in this handbook) include opportunities to:

• Use University facilities, equipment, and services

• Apply for funding from Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG)

• Be included in University/Student publications listing recognized student organizations

• Sponsor fundraising activities

• Use the University name and logos with approval from the University

• Be eligible for awards and honors present to student organizations and its members

• Display flyers, posters, and banners on campus

• Link your organization’s webpage to the UNI and Student Life & Event Services webpage.

• Gain access to the Student Organization Resource Library

• Apply for mailboxes, desk space and/or storage space in the Student Life Center, located in Maucker Union.

Your group can access these privileges ONLY after being recognized as a student organization and by following the policies and procedures of the University of Northern Iowa, as outlined in this handbook. Please stop by Student Involvement and Activities Center to register your group and learn more about available resources.

Important Phone Numbers

|Motorpool (Vehicle Rental) |273-2610 |

|Conferences and Visitors Services |273-6899 |

|Department of Residence |273-2333 |

|Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center |273-7838 |

|KULT Student Radio Station |273-6935 |

|KUNI/KHKE |273-6400 |

|Mail Center |273-2448 |

|Maucker Union |273-2256 |

|Northern Iowa Student Government |273-2650 |

|Northern Iowan |273-2157 |

|Physical Plant |273-4400 |

|Print Services |273-2448 |

|Univ. Marketing and Public Relations |273-2761 |

|Public Safety |273-2712 |

|Student Involvement & Activities Center |273-2683 |

|Wellness Resource Lab |273-6119 |

|Wellness Recreation Center |273-2413 |

Publicity/Communication

Important Events for Student Organizations

Student Organization Fair (fall and spring)

Registration for Student Organization Space (anytime)

Homecoming (various ways to get involved)

Student Leadership Awards (spring)

Flier/Poster Guidelines

Posting of announcements, advertisements, etc., shall occur only on "open" bulletin boards located in buildings or on specifically constructed or erected outdoor structures such as kiosks. Unless a bulletin board is marked for a restricted use such as a specific academic unit or organization, they are "open" and available for posting general announcements. "Open" bulletin boards are to be found throughout academic buildings and on outdoor kiosks. Requests to display a banner or poster of any kind outdoors on other than a kiosk must be made University Marketing & Public Relations (273-2761).

Other Facilities

The display of posters and announcements in residence halls, dining centers, Family Housing areas, Maucker Union, and the UNI-Dome is regulated by the directors of these respective areas. Any person or organization wishing to display an announcement in these areas should contact the appropriate departmental office for the conditions under which they may be displayed.

Improper Display

The display/distribution of literature, fliers, announcements, etc. on automobile windshields, trees and sidewalks is prohibited. Maintenance personnel are directed to remove all types of advertising or announcements in buildings or outdoors that are not displayed in an authorized place or are out of date. The organization or individual(s) who violate this policy may be billed for the costs of removal and clean-up.

Posting Fliers

Solicitation Policy Statement: "Sales persons or agents for any product, service, proposition, or cause are prohibited from soliciting employees or students on University property or by campus mail systems. This prohibition applies to employees and students as well as off campus organizations and individuals."

The following examples of solicitation are NOT allowed at UNI:

-handing out fliers, posters, etc. to students sitting at tables in the Union, dining centers, etc.

-selling or soliciting door to door in the residence halls

Posting in the Residence Halls

Resident Assistant’s (RA's) and Community Advisor’s (CA's) will post approved fliers (for recognized student organizations or departments) in their houses, within three working days of the fliers’ arrival at the hall office. In order to get them approved, bring the master copy of the flier (before you reproduce it) to the Department of Residence Office. Your copy will get the stamp of approval as long as it meets the following criteria:

The sponsoring group is a UNI recognized student organization or department (or candidate for election).The name or logo of the organization is on the front of each piece. The message doesn’t (a) promote consumption of alcohol; (b) violate University policies; (c) advertise products or services of a business (except when product or services being sold are part of a fundraiser that has prior approval by the Student Involvement & Activities Center).

Once your master copy is approved, make enough copies for your needs and deliver them where you want them displayed. Listed below are the number of posters you’ll need for each hall:

|Residence Hall |Number of copies |Office Mail Code |

|Bender |14 |BEN 3458 |

|Campbell |15 |CAM 3457 |

|Dancer |14 |DAN 3456 |

|Hagemann |10 |HAG 6735 |

|Lawther |12 |LAW 3559 |

|Noehren |14 |NRN 6736 |

|Rider |12 |RID 4977 |

|ROTH |9 |RTH 0297 |

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Table Tents

Student organizations that want to post table tents in dining centers or Maucker Union must make reservations with the Department of Residence (273-2333) and/or Maucker Union (273-2256). Organizations are responsible for obtaining approval and posting the table tents on the reserved dates. Organizations must follow any additional procedures these offices require.

List serve

Registered UNI student organizations may have mailing lists. It is recommended that the organization’s advisor is the official owner of such a list, but a student officer (or two) may have co-owner privileges. Requests should be made through a form on the web at .

For more information about list management visit .

Student Organization Information/Homepages on the Web

Registered Student Organizations have the opportunity to post their contact information and homepage on the UNI website. Visit uni.edu/maucker for more information. Below is information the University recommends student organizations include in their home pages:

• Organization, University Name, Year

• Organization's mission: What does the organization do? What is its purpose?

• Organization goals: How does the organization accomplish its purpose? What are the organization's activities?

• List of current officers and advisors, and a way to contact these individuals (phone, email)

• How does a student become a member of this organization? Inform people what they need to do in order to be involved with this organization

• A list of scheduled meetings: include the date, time, meeting place

• A list of scheduled events and activities (date, time, location)

Trademark and Logo Usage

To have anything made with the marks and logos of UNI, your student organization must obtain a purple waiver form from the Licensing Office on campus. The office is located in the NW side of the UNI-Dome above the ticket office.

The purple waiver form gives the manufacturer the right to use the University’s marks and logos. It also makes the manufacturer exempt from royalty rates that would normally cost them to use. The licensing office needs to know exactly what the design looks like, who is supplying the items, and who is ordering them. This is to guarantee that the University’s marks and logos are used correctly and show the proper image of the University.

The University must approve all products with UNI’s marks made by your organization. Approval is based on the quality of goods and the proper use of the University’s marks. A sample of the artwork must be submitted for approval to the Licensing Department. It can be submitted by the organization or the screen-printing /embroidering company. Artwork for approval must be submitted through university relations.

For a list of businesses that are approved vendors of the university, please reference the University Relations page.

Mailing

The distribution of promotional pieces via residence hall mailboxes is allowed. However, due to the overwhelming frequency of such items being thrown away before even being read, we strongly advise against this as a promotional tool. If you choose to use this method you must get approval from the Department of Residence.

Reservation Arrangements/Services

Maucker Union

Maucker Union room reservations are made on a first come, first serve basis by contacting the Reservation Office, located on the main level of the Union (273-2256). It is the responsibility of the individual or group sponsoring the event to reserve the necessary space. There is no charge to recognized student organizations for room usage. There is a charge for additional set-ups beyond what the room already possesses. There is a limited variety of audio/visual equipment that may be reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Union Meeting Room Descriptions

Main Level

- Old Central Ballroom A, B, C: Seats approximately 650 lecture style; maximum 450 banquet style. The room can be divided up into three separate sections. Flexible set-up per customer’s request.

-Meditation Room: Located adjacent to Hemisphere Lounge seats 10-12 with a conference table.

-Information Tables: located on the main level

Lower Level

-College Eye: Seats approximately 30, hollow square

-Old Gold Room: Seats 22, hollow square

-Purple Pen Room: Seats 24, hollow square

-Presidential Room: Seats 30, hollow square

-State College Room: Flexible seating, maximum 60 chairs lecture style

-Elm Room: Seats 50, lecture style

-Keyhole Room: Seats 26, hollow square

-University Room South: Seats 24, hollow square

-University Room North: Seats 24, hollow square

-Club '91: Seats approximately 180

For more information about meeting rooms & guidelines, please contact the Reservations Office or visit uni.edu/maucker

Wellness Recreation Center (WRC)

For rental of any portion of the WRC or satellite facilities for special events and activities, contact Jim Langel (jim.langel@uni.edu), Associate Director of Facility and Operations, in WRC 101.

Outdoor recreational equipment, such as in-line skates, bikes, and cross country skis, is available by rental through the Outdoor Recreation Office (). Indoor sports equipment can be checked out or purchased at the main control desk.

University Vehicles

University vehicles are generally not to be driven by students unless accompanied by an authorized faculty or staff member. It is the university's desire to limit the exposure of both the student and non-employee to injury and the university to liability where university vehicles are in use. Vehicles owned by the university are for official business only and are for use by authorizing faculty and staff. Only under special circumstances is a student or non-employee authorized to drive a university vehicle. A student may drive a university vehicle if an authorized faculty or staff member is in the vehicle. All students or non-employees who may be allowed to drive University vehicles must possess a valid and current operator’s license. The department authorizing the use and/or travel is responsible for verifying the possession of a current operator’s license.

For more information regarding University Vehicles, please refer to ()

Student Organization Space

It is the intention of Maucker Union to provide space for diverse and active student organizations that represent all students of UNI. Attention will be given to student organizations that are active members of the academic community, provide an outlet for service to others, provide opportunities that reward honesty and integrity, and reflect a purposeful community. Student organization space is located in the upper level of Maucker Union in the Student Involvement & Activities Center. Registered student organizations must apply for space by filling out an application. Organizations may request a desk, mailbox, and/or storage space. For more information about Student Organization Space please contact Connie Hansen, Coordinator of Student Organizations.

Fundraising

Any recognized UNI student organization or department may use the University facilities to promote or hold a fundraiser. However, they must get approval through the Student Involvement & Activities Center in Maucker Union BEFORE reserving the facilities. When house or hall governments do fundraising within their own hall, only the Hall Coordinator’s approval is necessary. Please stop in at the Student Involvement & Activities Center to pick up the "Green Sheet" needed for fundraising activities.

University Policies

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Drugs and Alcohol (4.13)

It is the policy of the University of Northern Iowa and the Board of Regents to provide for a drug free workplace and learning environment for students and employees. The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance by students and employees on property owned or leased by the University of Northern Iowa or in conjunction with a University-sponsored activity is prohibited. Violation of this policy will result in University disciplinary action.

Anti Discrimination and Harassment Policy (13.02)

Policy Statement: It is the policy of the University of Northern Iowa that there will be equal employment and educational opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law. This includes the provision of a campus environment that is free from illegal discrimination and harassment. The University will not tolerate any form of illegal discrimination or harassment and will not condone any actions or words from employees or students that constitute such. All members of the University community are accountable for compliance with this policy. The University is committed to eliminating illegal discrimination and harassment, wherever they occur in the University community, by taking corrective action as a result of violations of this policy. Violations may lead to disciplinary action that, in sufficiently severe cases, may lead to separation from the University. Sexual harassment is an important concern to the University and therefore warrants particular attention. The University of Northern Iowa considers sexual harassment to include unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:

1. Submission to such conduct is made explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual's employment or academic standing;

2. Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment decisions or academic decisions affecting the individual; or

3. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work or academic performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working, academic, or social environment.

Gambling/ Raffle Policy

The Social and Charitable Gambling Program for the State of Iowa administers Iowa Code Chapter 99B, which regulates games of skill or chance, raffles, bingo, social gambling and amusement devices. Qualified organizations may obtain a social and charitable gambling license to conduct fund-raising activities benefiting educational, civic, public, charitable, patriotic, or religious purposes. In order for your organization to hold any of these events, you must obtain a Gambling License from the State of Iowa, Department of Inspections & Appeals. At times, the University of Northern Iowa does hold a gambling license, which will allow organizations that are wanting to program activities the ability to use the license. Your organization is still responsible for any expenses related to obtaining the portions of the Gambling License that suit your organizations activities.

Please call the Student Involvement & Activities Center (273-2683) for additional information on what steps your organization will need to take.

Risk & Liability

A written report of an accident or personal injury occurring on University property or elsewhere will be completed if the injured party is an employee, student or visitor acting in accordance with his or her duties or involved in a university sponsored activity. Accident reports will be submitted to the Public Safety Office.

Procedure

Employee: An "Employer’s First Report of Injury" must be completed and submitted to the department head or designee and forwarded to HRS. "Employee" includes students injured while serving as an employee.

Student: An "Accident/Injury Report" shall be completed and submitted by the individual (or designee) responsible for the activity/area in which the accident or injury occurred (e.g. Resident Assistant, Maucker supervisor, Wellness Center Supervisor, instructor, etc.). Where uncertainty exists, Public Safety should be contacted. A student serving as an employee should be treated as an "Employee".

Others: For individuals not classified as either an employee or a student, Public Safety should be contacted to conduct any necessary investigation and prepare the "Accident/Injury Report."

For activities that involve any sort of activity that could produce any injury, even if the risk is low, to is required for your organization to have all participants fill out the University of Northern Iowa Release & Medical Authorization Form.

Maucker Union Staff has final approval for all arrangements related to the event and reserves the right to assess room rentals, labor fees, custodial fees, and damage charges as necessary.

Student Group Travel (3.05)

1. All university activities requiring students to be transported off campus at any time must be approved by the head of the department and the faculty sponsor of the organization, class, committee, or group.

2. All groups, insofar as it is possible, should be accompanied by a member of the faculty regardless of the mode of travel. If it is impossible for a faculty member to accompany the group, the head of the department should designate one or more members of the group to be in charge of the trip.

3. The owners of private cars approved for any trip assume liability in the event of accidents. The university cannot be held liable for accidents and injuries sustained on a trip.

4. All requests for university transportation for recognized student organizations must be approved by the organization's faculty advisor and by the Student Activities office, Maucker Union AT LEAST FIVE (5) WORKING DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) PRIOR TO THE DATE TRANSPORTATION IS REQUESTED. The University provides transportation to recognized student organizations for purposes of carrying out official university business only.

For more information about these and other University Policies and Procedures, visit

Recognition of Student Organizations

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Policy Statement: The Northern Iowa Student Government is delegated responsibility for developing procedures for official recognition of UNI student organizations and for making recognition decisions.

The University of Northern Iowa supports the formation of student organizations to develop leadership and organizational skills, provide pre-professional experiences, foster educational, social and recreational opportunities, and encourage students to share common interests.

Recognition of Student Organizations

Recognition criteria and procedures must be consistent with applicable University, Board of Regents, state, and federal policies and laws. Recognition includes, but is not limited to, provisional, full, and revocation of recognition.

Procedure: Individuals planning to establish a student organization must submit an application with the Organization and Finance Committee of Northern Iowa Student Government.

Termination of Registration

Complaints regarding recognized student organizations are generally handled by Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG), which is charged with student organization recognition and guidelines.  However, under unusual circumstances the Dean of Students or designee may respond to complaints directed at the behavior or actions of a specific organization.  In such cases, The Dean of Students or designee will notify NISG in writing of the complaint and will consult with NISG prior to imposing any sanctions against a group or organization.

The following sanctions may be imposed upon groups or organizations:

-Those sanctions listed Article IV(G)(1)(a)-(m) of the Student Conduct Code.

-Loss of selected rights and privileges for a specified period of time.

-Deactivation.  Loss of all privileges, including University recognition and/or funding, for a specific period of time.

Important Forms and Resources

For Student Organizations

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The following forms are available in the Student Involvement & Activities Center, located in the upper plaza level of Maucker Union:

Fundraising Activity Form

All fundraising activities sponsored by recognized student organizations must be approved by the organization's advisor and registered with the Student Involvement & Activities Center at least five working days prior to the proposed date of the activity.

Use of University Vehicles Form

All requests for university transportation for recognized student organizations must be approved by the organization's advisor and by the Student Activities Office at least five days prior to the date transportation is required. Vehicles are provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Student Organization Information Update

This form is required when there is a change in the organization leadership, address change, or change in advisor.

Trademarks Policy for Student Organization Use

This form is required when student organizations want to use any logos, seals, names, symbols, and slogans associated with UNI. These are trademarks and are the exclusive property of UNI. Reproduction of these marks for resale, or other commercial purposes, must have University authorization.

State of Iowa Gambling License

Any student organization desiring to hold a raffle, casino night, or other event where games of chance are present must secure a gambling license from the State of Iowa. Visit the Student Involvement & Activities Office for more details.

Student Organization Resource Library

The Student Organization Resource Library is a helpful tool for student organization members, officers, and advisors. The SOR Library consists of information on Retreat Planning, Leadership, Communication, Programming, Student Groups, Diversity, and many other categories to meet the needs of student organizations. To see the complete list of subcategories and make copies of handouts, visit the Student Involvement & Activities Center, located in the upper level of Maucker Union. New information is constantly being added, so check the SOR Library often!

Funding Sources

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There are several funding sources on campus for your programming and activities needs. These monies are supported by your student activity fees and governed by the Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG). Each source has specific guidelines and regulations for allocations. You can save time and energy by checking out and understanding guidelines before submitting a request. If you have any questions about funding sources, how to get funds after they are allocated, or would like to secure a request form, stop by or call the NISG office or the Student Involvement & Activities Center.

Student Centered and Directed

Student organizations are encouraged to plan and implement programs and activities that are meaningful and relevant to their life on campus. There are a number of sources on campus that are designed to provide funding to assist in making those programs successful.

Northern Iowa Student Government Budget Process

Each Spring, NISG allocates funds to student organizations for their year's programming. Organizations can apply for publicity, NI ads, technical/set-up, and minimal equipment needs. NISG will announce when applications can be secured from the NISG Office. Be aware of their strict deadline and guidelines on what cannot be funded. Contact the NISG Office (273-2650) if you have any questions.

Speakers and Entertainment Fund

The Speakers funds are designed to provide funding to student groups to bring speakers that are of interest to that particular group. Organizations can request up to $1500.00 which covers honorarium, travel, lodging, meals, set-up, technical, publicity, and other items related to the success of the program. The Entertainment fund provides up to 1500 or 60% of the total cost to make the program successful. When groups co-sponsor an event or speaker, they are eligible to receive up to $3000 if they qualify. The fund is designed for personalities and activities that are entertaining in nature. Click here to download form.

Diversity Grant

In an effort to promote an understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures, the Maucker Union Policy Board has provided Diversity Grants for organizations up to $300.00. These grants are flexible in that food products may be purchased. You may apply anytime.

Contingency Fund

Organizations may approach the NISG Contingency fund for items they did not request during the normal NISG budget process.

Intercollegiate Academics Fund

The Intercollegiate Academics Fund (IAF) is a yearly allocation of Student Activity Fee monies which exists to promote and support intercollegiate academic experiences for University of Northern Iowa students. The fund is designed in particular to encourage individual students and student groups with direct links to academic programs and departments to participate in academic competitions and conference presentations at state, regional, national, and international levels. The IAF supports the educational and professional development of students in their academic areas as well as leadership development for various student groups.

Reimbursement

The University has established a procedure for immediate reimbursement for groups that have adequate funds. To receive a reimbursement of an APPROVED expenditure, please take the following steps:

1. Meet with the Student Accounts Clerk, located in the Student Involvement & Activities Center, to verify what you are INTENDING to purchase has been allocated by NISG; or in the case of non-NISG funds, that your purchase follows University guidelines.

2. Purchase the approved items.

3. Bring the ORIGINAL receipt back to the Student Accounts Clerk. COPIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED, PER UNIVERSITY POLICY.

4. The Student Accounts Clerk will prepare a voucher and secure the necessary signatures.

5. You are responsible for taking your voucher and documentation (with your Student I.D.) to the Cashier's Office in Gilchrist Hall to receive your cash reimbursement. The signed voucher is equivalent to cash.

YOU MUST MEET WITH THE STUDENT ACCOUNTS CLERK BEFORE MAKING A PURCHASE.

Without the original receipt and without prior approval, you will be responsible for the purchase and will not qualify for reimbursement. NO EXCEPTIONS.

The store receipt must itemize your purchases.

At no time may you receive cash in advance.

For more specific criteria and guidelines for these funds, along with application forms, contact the NISG Office (273-2650) or visit uni.edu/maucker/studentfunding.shtml.

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|University Of Northern Iowa |Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Certificate In Nonprofit Management & Leadership Student Handbook |

“For most people in the nonprofit sector, their work is not just a "job."

It is part of a life of meaning that depends, in no small part,

on building a career that makes an impact for good.” -Shelly Cryer

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Recruitment and Member Development

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