Resources for Student Organizations

Delegated Student Organizations

A Delegated Student Organization (DSO) is a registered student organization comprised exclusively of Clemson University and Bridge students. The University has delegated certain limited authority to perform specific tasks aligned with the University’s mission. These groups are supervised by Clemson University employees. Therefore, the youth programs and activities undertaken by Delegated Student Organizations may fall within the University protection of minors policy. Please contact the Pre-Collegiate Programs office for information about compliance with the policy by DSO.

Independent Student Organizations

Independent Student Organizations (ISO) are student organizations that have sought to be registered by the University. ISOs are independent legal entities from the University, have no delegated authority from the University, are not under the supervision of the University, and do not perform functions on behalf of the University. Therefore, the youth programs and activities undertaken by ICs are not bound by the University’s protection of minors policy.

Independent Councils

Independent Councils (IC) are student organizations that have sought to be registered by the University. ICs are independent legal entities from the University, have no delegated authority from the University, are not under the supervision of the University, and do not perform functions on behalf of the University. Therefore, the youth programs and activities undertaken by ICs are not bound by the University’s protection of minors policy.

For more information, please review the Clemson University Student Organization Policy.