Division of Student Affairs

Becoming a Club

Sports clubs must have a history of at least two years of successful operation to be eligible for Full Club status. Within the first two years, clubs may apply to the Sports Club Program for Provisional Club status benefits.

In order to become part of the Case Western Reserve Sports Club Program, the club must follow the application procedure outlined below.

1. Fill out a Recognition Request Form.
2. Fill out Club Membership Roster Form.
3. Detail reasons for wanting to be admitted to the Case Sports Club Program and acknowledging acceptance of Sports Club Program regulations. They must also provide:
4. A copy of the club's budget for the previous year, if applicable.
5. A copy of the club's proposed budget for the succeeding year.
6. A copy of the club's constitution and by-laws which should include detailed information
on the club's sanctioning organization as well as other rules, regulations and requirements that may apply to the club.
7. A complete list of all equipment owned by the club. If equipment is privately owned, then list the owner as well.
8. Information on length of season, practices, and meetings/practice space required.
9. A copy of the club's list of prospective faculty/staff advisors.
10. Present application to SCPC.

The Sport Club Director, in consultation with the club representative(s), Sports Club Presidents Council, and the Athletic Director, will then review the applications. This review will include:

1. The availability of facilities and required equipment, and the impact of the proposed activity existing facilities and available equipment.
2. Club financial resources.
3. Student interest in the proposed activity.
4. The degree of risk involved.