Campus Life encourages all current students to join or create new Chartered Student Organizations (CSOs)! Your participation provides a valuable experience that can have a positive effect on your college years as well as your future professional and personal life. CSOs also contribute to the CCA community at large by involving others to work collaboratively toward a shared goal and are responsible for the vibrant campus life.

We look forward to helping you get involved!

• Meet others who share similar interests, while growing a network of supportive friends
• Develop leadership skills and broaden personal talents
• Learn how to successfully organize events within CCA and the greater arts community in the Bay Area and beyond
• Provide balance between academic study and social engagement
• Become a positive community builder

• Support from the Student Engagement team in the Campus Life office
• Access to an array of resources, including school space, funding, equipment rental, etc.
• Access to recruit at larger campus events such as Chimerapalooza, Student Organization Fairs, etc.
• Exhibition opportunities in the student galleries
• CSO name recognition promoted on the CCA Portal

• CCA Community Members Only: Student Organizations Contact Information (CCA email required to view). This is a living document that updates consistently based on club activities on-campus. If you don't see one that matches your interest, consider chartering a new organization or contacting us to renew a previous CSO!

• Academic Student Groups: Some student groups are sponsored by specific academic programs but may not be chartered through Campus Life. Be sure to check with your academic department to see if a relevant group exists or if you're interested in starting one.

Feel like something’s missing in the student community? Have an idea for a great new CSO? The Student Engagement team in Campus Life is ready to walk you through the process!

If you have any questions or need assistance with the required charter application form, email campuslife@cca.edu.

How to Get Started

• Complete the Chartered Student Organization Application Form in order to be considered for the Spring 2025 semester here.
  • Please note all applications must be received before January 31st.
• Gather at least three members. (A new student club or organization must have at least three members to become chartered.)
• Choose an advisor. Any faculty or staff member can be an advisor to a CSO. (Note: This person must be able to commit to your large events and programs on/off campus.)
• Schedule a time to meet with the Campus Life staff for Chartered Student Organization training to learn the policies, resources, and benefits to being a CSO.

Renewing a Charter

• For inquiries about reviving a previously existing CSO, email campuslife@cca.edu for next steps.