Involvement Lingo
If you hang out around our office long enough you will find that we have a language all of our own. Below is a short list of words you might hear us throw around that you don’t know.
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B&F
Budget & Finance: the process in which the budget & finance committee in SGA senate allocates the Student Activity Fee to all five SAPs. Typically happens the first of each academic year.
CODE OF LAWS
The governing document of the Student Government Association that guides the overarching direction of SAPs in terms of requirements for their existence and items such as student salaries, advisor review, budget & finance, registered student organization requirements, etc.
COI
Certificate of Insurance: student organizations and third parties are not covered under Auburn University’s General Liability Policy and may be asked to provide a Certificate of General Liability Insurance for events. If your organization or party does not have coverage, you may obtain a Tenant User’s Liability Insurance Policy (TULIP).
DOSA
Division of Student Affairs: 13 departments that aim to cultivate a healthy and supportive campus environment that engages students, advances learning, encourages leadership, and prepares students for future success.
EVENT PLANNING SYSTEM
All events being held on campus must submit an event request form. Events are defined as gatherings or competitions with multiple people in attendance.
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GEM CART
Global Electric Motorcar: electric vehicle designed for street and turf. Student Involvement has two carts that can be checked out to transport equipment and/or people for campus events or transportation on campus.
OCM
Office of Communications & Marketing: is responsible for the integrity, implementation and management of the Auburn University brand.
OSI
Office of Student Involvement: four SAPs that aim to engage and empower students by providing developmental opportunities that enhance individual learning and leadership through a diverse student-centered environment.
P-CARD
Visa Purchasing Card: a credit card that advisors have to make business related purchases (tax free).
PEF
Program Expansion Fund Request: used for allocations to SAPs in order to allow for the expansion of current programming or to create new programming items during the fiscal year.
PPS
Procurement & Payment Services: the budget office that manages all financial related business for the university.
PREFERRED VENDOR
A business that Auburn University has awarded a contract via bid process to have offer special pricing for specific products; rental car – Enterprise, shipping – FedEx, office supplies – Staples, etc.
SAP
Student Activity Portfolio; a student activity fee-funded portfolio that contains student activity programs. There are five SAPs– Leadership & Service, Student Governance, Student Media, Student Programming, and Student Organizations.
SAF
Student Activity Fee; every Auburn student pays $44.75 per semester in addition to their tuition to provide student engagement opportunities outside of the classroom.
AUBURN STUDENT MEDIA GROUP
One SAP that strives to share the “Auburn Story” in a professional manner while creating invaluable career experiences for students.
SUITE 3130
The office location for the Office of Student Involvement within the Student Center where four of five SAPs are housed.
TECH BANK
Technology Bank: collection of technology (iPads, walkie talkies, cameras, video cameras, etc.) that is shared by all SAPs. Established in 2014 by SGA.
VPSA
Vice President for Student Affairs: chief student affairs officer for the university (Dr. Bobby Woodard).
Last modified: July 23, 2018
Give Your 10 is an initiative to encourage Auburn students to engage in service opportunities on campus and beyond. Here at Auburn we “believe in the human touch, which cultivates sympathy with my fellow men and mutual helpfulness and brings happiness for all.” Give Your 10 challenges Auburn students to give 10 hours of their time to serve others!
In 2014, this inaugural program allowed students to complete a series of StrengthsQuest-based workshops geared towards leadership development through the use of strengths signature themes. Over 200 individual participants completed the training during the 2014-2015 academic year. Participants ranged from individuals to groups, teams and classes. Participating groups including the Auburn University Equestrian Team, the Student Government Executive team, and the Health and Wellness learning community benefitted from this valuable training.
Leadership Small Groups provide an opportunity for freshmen to learn from current student leaders and discuss important leadership topics in a fun and relaxed environment. Small groups of 10-15 freshman students will be placed with a senior student leader who has experience serving in various roles and campus organizations. Applications will be available on AUinvolve in August!
The Involvement Ambassadors serve as a resource for any student or student organization seeking assistance in finding opportunities for involvement. The Involvement Ambassadors provide one-on-one consultations with students as well as workshops for larger groups. And of course, we put on the Involvement Awards in the spring.
The Black Student Union at Auburn University upholds the following principles: to represent the interests and concerns of black students at Auburn University; to bring together all aspects of black student life for the purpose of improving the campus environment; encourage involvement of black students in all campus activities; discourage and abate institutional and individual acts and symbols of racism; and promotes the Auburn spirit and tradition of excellence.
