Question

What is the difference between Affiliated and Sponsored classifications?

Answer

• Affiliated organizations are those that are, in general, interest groups and provide engagement activities that are primarily for their direct membership. Affiliated organizations are not a department, unit or agent of the University and the University does not accept responsibility or liability for the activities undertaken by affiliated organizations. Most Independent Student Organizations will be considered Affiliated under the new policy. 
• Sponsored organizations are those considered congruent with the mission and culture of the University and operate as a part of a University department or unit. These organizations are inherently linked to the University because of their role representing KSU or in presenting events of broad appeal that are considered an integral part of the institution. Most Departmental Student Organizations will be considered Sponsored organizations under the new policy.