Events & Food for Student Organizations
Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) are strongly encouraged to host at least two free events per academic year that are open to all UNC students. Below is a comprehensive guide to planning your events, reserving spaces, and ordering food.
The primary platforms for promoting events are BearConnect and the University Calendar.
Quick Links & Forms
Space/Room/Tabling Reservation Request Form
Submit this form 2–3 weeks in advance to reserve spaces on campus, including the University Center, Campus Commons, academic buildings, outdoor areas, and tabling locations.
Timeline for Ordering UNC Catering
The Office of Student Organizations (OSO) can assist with catering orders. Use this
timeline as a guide for planning your event.
General Information for UNC Catering
Review menus and general catering information at least 2 months before your event.
Event Planning & Space Rentals
RSOs enjoy the privilege of mostly free space rentals across campus. Spaces can be reserved for:
- Recurring meetings
- Collaboration sessions
- Hosting events
Funding Support: OSO may cover room rental fees with a funding request submitted at the start of the semester. The Conference & Event Services (CES) works closely with RSOs to ensure smooth event planning.
Catering & Food Guidelines
All on-campus events must use UNC Catering.
If you need last-minute catering options, consider:
- Subway
- Empire State Pizza
- Einstein's Bagels
- Other University Center restaurants
CES staff can help coordinate orders.
RSOs are NOT ALLOWED to cook/prepare food themselves for events. This is a violation of UNC policy. Food for events must be prepared in a commercially licensed kitchen.
If you would like to host a bake sale, please contact OSO 2 weeks before.
OSO encourages student clubs to plan far in advance for all events.
