THE FACULTY SPONSOR ROLE

Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders

Faculty Sponsors play a vital role in shaping the success and integrity of our student member organizations. Acting as mentors, guides, and connectors, sponsors help student leaders translate ideas into impact—fostering collaboration, accountability, and purpose-driven leadership across our campus community.

As a Faculty Sponsor, you serve as both advisor and advocate. You provide institutional insight, ensure compliance with university and organizational policies, and model the kind of ethical, inclusive leadership we hope students will carry into their future careers. Sponsors help student members develop critical skills in organization management, event planning, budgeting, and professional communication—all while encouraging creativity and innovation.

What Faculty Sponsors Do

  • Mentor student leaders through guidance, reflection, and professional development.

  • Ensure compliance with institutional, departmental, and organizational guidelines.

  • Support planning and operations by advising on events, budgets, and outreach initiatives.

  • Build connections between students, faculty, and community partners.

  • Champion student success by helping create inclusive, sustainable, and mission-aligned programs.


Why It Matters

Faculty Sponsors strengthen the bridge between academic learning and real-world leadership. By serving in this role, you not only help students thrive—you also contribute to a culture of engagement and excellence that extends beyond the classroom.

Have More questions? get in touch with Maria, our member organization chair

In the coming weeks, you will be contacted by our team to get started in scheduling your Corporate Partner events and promotional opportunities as part of your Corporate Partner Benefits. In the meantime, feel free to save the following contacts and reach out with any questions.

Maria Filippelli

Co-Chair, Board of Directors