Advisor Information

All student organizations affiliated with Buffalo State must have a full-time faculty/staff member serve as their advisor. Graduate Assistants or Interns are not eligible to serve as a student organization advisor. The role of the advisor is an essential role in the development and success of student organizations. Furthermore, the advisor serves in partnership with Student Leadership and Engagement, the student government, and the academic/administrative offices at Buffalo State.  

• Have knowledge and understanding with the student organization(s) mission, values, and history, lending continuity to the organization.  
• Be aware and attend (when necessary) activities, meetings, and programs sponsored by the student organization. 
• Build trust with the student organization and establishing guidelines for their role as advisor. 
• Encourage members to assume responsibility for their actions and effectiveness of their programs. 
• Guiding, while at the same time, allowing freedom for members to plan and coordinate their own activities and programs. 
• Providing knowledge and information relevant to the needs of the organization through expertise and experience. 

Advisor Agreement Form 

All student organization advisors are required to complete an Advisor Agreement Form through Student Leadership and Engagement. This serves as an official agreement between the advisor, the student organization, and Student Leadership and Engagement that the faculty/staff member understands the roles/responsibilities associated with the position. The Advisor Agreement Form must be completed on an annual basis and submitted to Student Leadership and Engagement.