(Information on the Components for a BSU may be obtained by e-mailing the Executive Director) 

GENERAL START-UP

A Baptist Student Union (BSU) should follow the prescribed procedure on that particular campus in becoming a recognized campus based student organization. 

The following are usually necessary: 

1.       Filing and constitution with the office that coordinates student activities

2.       Giving evidence of student interest and need for your organization.

3.       Obtaining an advisor (faculty/church) for your group.

4.       How the organization can be a benefit to the institution such as well mannered, good intentioned, spirit led students whose aim is to affect others on campus to good behavior. 

Included in the benefits to the Baptist Student Union are:          

1.       Use of the institution’s name when referring to the organization.

2.       Use of the institution’s facilities for regular meetings and special programs.

3.       Use of the institution’s personnel as advisors/directors.

4.       Use of the institution’s media (newspaper, TV/radio) for announcements.

5.       Opportunity to post notices and announcements on campus.

6.       Access to the student activity’s budget to support BSU activities.

7.       The feeling of being a part of the institution’s student life in ministry.

COMPONENTS FOR A BSU ON YOUR CAMPUS 

1. Steps in Establishing a new BSU (Steps and Questions that you should ask)

2. Beginning the Ministry on your Campus (Initial Meeting Outline)

3. Student Officers and their Responsibilities

4. Tips on Recruiting New Members

5. Suggestions for Maintaining a Good BSU

6. Worship, Bible Study, Seminars, and Prayer

7. Music-Suggestions on Start Up

8. Emphasis on Outreach

9. BSU for Commuter Students and/or Married Students

10. Special Projects, including Fund Raising

11. Relating BSU to Pastors and Local Churches

12. Looking Toward Each New Year

13. Suggested Constitution for your BSU