STARS PROGRAM 2025-2026

The Student Training and Rewards System (STARS) is a voluntary program designed to motivate Temple University student organization leaders through a curated curriculum. Participation and completion do not access an organization’s quality but provide the opportunity to gain tools for organizational success and professional development.

Featured throughout this page are student organizations that participate in the STARs Program while actively creating positive change.

STARS COMPETENCIES

What does my organization need to do to meet STAR Requirements?

    • Complete Re-Registration at the End of the School Year

    • Complete “Student Organization Administration” Course - Due Sep. 12 by Midnight

    • Have a representative attend 3 Town Halls per academic year.

    • To receive TSG Allocations: Attend allocations workshop (recording that every attendee will have)

    • Complete 1 STAR requirements.

    • An officer must attend 2 workshops from the following competencies and write a reflection:

      • Identifying Your Unique Qualities

      • Navigating Challenges Effectively

      • Building Healthy Relationships

      • Cultivating Sense of Belonging for Self and Others

      • Engage Positively with Your Community

    • End of Semester Reflection.

    • Submit Transition Plan (End of Spring)

    • Complete 1 & 2 STAR Requirements.

    • An officer must attend 2 workshops from the STARs competencies and write a reflection.

    • Submit an Event Planning Outline describing an event that is NOT A GBM! Must submit at least 2 weeks prior to event occurring.

    • Must have at least one organization member attend Inclusive Leadership Conference in February 2026

    • Complete 1, 2, & 3 STAR Requirements.

    • Do an external community service event with at least 5 group members and write a reflection and submit a group picture.

    • Collaborate with a 1, 2 or 3 STAR organization on a GBM or small event and submit a group picture.

    • Complete End of Year Report by end of Spring Semester.

STAR Benefits

Registered Student Organizations must also attend an allocations workshop in order to receive allocations from Temple Student Government.

    • Reserve Space on campus.

    • Temple Student Government Allocations: $500/Semester

    • Reserve Space on campus.

    • Temple Student Government Allocations: $1,000/Semester

    • Reserve Space on campus.

    • Temple Student Government Allocations: $1,500/Semester

    • 1 free event room set up in the HGSC.

      • excluding linen, sound, lights, catering.

    • Eligibility to apply for village office space.

    • ½ off Game Room reservation for up to three hours once a semester.

      • $17.50/hr

    • Reserve Space on campus.

    • Temple Student Government Allocations: $2,500/Semester

    • 1 free event room set up in the HGSC.

      • excluding linen, sound, lights, catering.

    • Eligibility to apply for village office space.

    • Free Game Room reservation for up to three hours once a semester.

      • $17.50/hr

    • 2 hour advanced SCO reservation request on 1st study day of prior semester.

STARS Workshop Schedule

2025-2026 Semester

  • September: Goal Setting and Growth (Marketing)

    Organizations are recruiting for the semester, planning events, starting general body meetings, and wanting to fundraise

  • October: Programming and Execution

    Organizations are in the heat of the semester and focusing on how to create the best experiences to maintain member relations. They are also always working on their group dynamics as well as an officer board

  • November: Self-Care, Organization Health, and Transition

    It is a busy time in the semester, organizations are getting ready for break, midterms, finals, and the end of the semester. At this time, organizations should be wrapping up events and programs - and focusing on planning for the next semester,

  • February: Continuing What You Started

    Organizations are recruiting for the semester, planning events, starting general body meetings, and wanting to fundraise.

  • March: Getting Your Ducks in a Row

    Organizations are in the heat of the semester and focusing on how to create the best experiences to maintain member relations. They are also working on their group dynamics as well as an officer board

  • April: Wrapping It Up Reflection, and Setting Up for Future Success

    It is a busy time in the semester, organizations are getting ready for break, mid-terms, finals, and the end of the semester. At this time, organizations should be wrapping up events and programs – and focusing on planning for next semester.

TOWN HALL DATES

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TOWN HALL DATES ☆

Suitable 101

September 18, 5:30 p.m.
Tuttleman, Rm 105

TBD

October 13, 5:30 p.m.
SAC, 200B

TBD

November 10, 5:30 p.m.
SAC, Cinema

TBD

December 8, 5:30 p.m.
SAC, 200B

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