Student Veterans Organization - Wichita State University

20/09/2024

19/04/2024

This is an open call for anyone interested in taking up a leadership position within our club. We have several positions open, so if you see something you would like to apply for, please respond to this post with the following:

Name
Major
Class Standing (Freshman, Sophomore, etc)
Military Affiliation (if applicable)
Availability
Contact Information

An officer will reach out to you about setting up a time to talk about your desired position, expectations, and answer any questions you may have. Please see the list of open positions below.

Officer Positions:
Treasurer

The Treasurer shall keep a current record of all financial transaction; and
The Treasurer shall develop a quarterly finance report containing a list of all receipts and disbursements.
The latest report shall be maintained in a master file
The Treasurer shall be responsible for checking the accuracy of all bills and invoices and ensuring they are settled on time; and
The Treasurer shall coordinate fundraiser; and
The Treasurer will perform other duties as directed by the President
Sergeant At Arms

The Sergeant At Arms shall maintain order during meetings as necessary.
The Sergeant At Arms shall be well versed in Robert's Rules of Order Revised, Latest Edition, to ensure the rules are followed.
The Sergeant At Arms shall have the authority to remove an unruly person from meetings if necessary.
Director of Public Relations

The Director of Public Relations shall handle daily communication, advertising and promotion of the SVO; and
The Director of Public Relations shall produce marketing materials for the SVO and organizational events; and
The Director of Public Relations shall produce press releases and forward them to the proper organizations for all events of the SVO; and
The Director of Public Relations shall oversee all social media and web pages that are in direct connection with the SVO.

Chairperson Positions:
Membership

The Membership Chair is responsible for processing membership; and
The Membership Chair is responsible for conducting membership drives to increase and promote SVO membership
Education

The Education Chair is responsible for creating study groups that enhance the member’s probability of success as students.
Services

The Services Chair is responsible for creating programs for member wrapping, veteran integration seminars, organization guest speakers; and
The Services Chair is responsible for disseminating knowledge that addresses veterans' needs issues that will enhance their probability of success as students.
Community

The community Chair is responsible for creating programs and events for philanthropy and community promotion and community awareness.
Advocacy

The Advocacy Chair is responsible for obtaining and disseminating information on issues that affect student veterans; and
The Advocacy Chair is responsible for leveraging the organization to affect local, state, and federal policy when in the best interest of the organization.

Currently, we have weekly staff meetings on Fridays at 10am. This day and time may be subject to change from semester to semester, depending on schedules. If you would like to ask questions, feel free to stop by during a meeting, or reply to this post. Thank you!

18/04/2024

Room Change! We will now be in Room 240!!

18/04/2024

LOCATION CHANGE!! Due to inclement weather that is expected for tomorrow, we have had to move our pancake fundraiser indoors. You’ll be able to find us in Hubbard Hall, in the lobby.

22/02/2024

Stop by Grace Wilkie Hall Room 105 and browse our information tables! Opportunities for scholarships, internships, and jobs after graduation abound with the Military and Veteran Student Services Center, so come by and see if anything interests you.

22/02/2024

We will be hosting the virtual side of things on Discord, so follow the link to join!

Check out the Student Veterans Organization community on Discord - hang out with 2 other members and enjoy free voice and text chat.

22/02/2024

Add us on GroupMe!

22/02/2024

Members of, and students interested in, the Student Veterans Organization are invited to attend the first monthly Town Hall. The officers will introduce themselves and the organization, what it means to be a member, as well as the opportunities and community we hope to offer anyone who decides to sign up. The meeting will be available online as well as in person and is open for anyone to attend, regardless of status as a Military or Veteran student.

01/02/2024

Come one, come all to the first ever SVO Chili Day! We will be set up on the second floor of the Rhatigan Student Center (RSC) in Room 265 from 11a-1p. First come, first served while supplies last, so don't miss your chance!