Resources

Looking for information about university policies and procedures, need assistance with leading a registered student organization (RSO), or just need a little extra support? Student Activities is here to help. Here are some resources to get you started.

RSO Orientation

RSO Presidents and Treasurers are required to complete an orientation to maintain their RSO's status with the University. RSO Advisors are also provided with an orientation to assist with understanding their role.

Independent: 2021–2022

Redbird Life

The Redbird Life portal is where involvement begins. Join and manage registered student organizations, find out about campus events, all in one place. Learn more in our Redbird Life overview.

RSO Profile Basics

The most important tool you can use as an RSO is Redbird Life. All students, especially those new to Illinois State University, are being encouraged to log in to learn about events and to find student organizations they wish to join. Make sure to learn more about RSO Profile Basic Functions.

Frequently Asked Questions

If having issues with Redbird Life, consider reviewing our RSO Frequently Asked Questions document.

How-To Instructions

Student Involvement Center

The Student Involvement Center is a space for students to cultivate connections to campus life. Located in 225 Bone Student Center, across from Qdoba, and open Monday–Friday from 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. To inquire about resources, please email StudentOrganizations@IllinoisState.edu or call (309) 438-2151.

RSO Resources

Conference space for RSO projects
Computers with Adobe Creative Suite
General seating area
RSO mail pickup
Free 15 pages/day/RSO of color or black & white printing
Personalized Button Request—RSOs can have 25 buttons/semester made for them.
- 1 inch template
- 2.25 inch template (standard button)
- 3 inch template
Digital Display Screen Request—screen located outside of 225 Bone Student Center.
Chalk Sidewalk Sign Request—RSOs can reserve a chalk sidewalk sign to decorate and be posted either on Milner or Schroeder Plaza by the Student Involvement Center staff for a week at a time.
RSO Newsletter Submission Request—RSO event and/or opportunities can be included in the montly RSO Newsletter sent out to all RSO presidents, treasurers, and advisors.
Social Media Content Sharing Request—Student Activities can assist RSOs with marketing their events/information on its social media platforms to help reach a larger audience.