Student Activism Resources

Student activism has been part of college life for a long time. Whether it’s protesting, community organizing, digital activism or engaging in dialogue, these forms of expression give students a way to speak up, share their needs and advocate for change—both at school and in the world. Although protests are often the most visible aspect, they usually follow extensive planning and considerable effort by student leaders.

Whether this is your first time getting involved in activism or you’ve participated before, we want to help you feel ready. Review the following tools and tips you can use, both on campus and off.

Campus Resources

If you're getting ready to plan any sort of student activism, it's a good idea to learn about campus rules and what support is available. Knowing the policies and using the right resources can help make your efforts stronger and more successful.

Event Planning Guide

Review our event planning guide for students and student organizations at CU Boulder.

Campus Use of University Facilities (CUUF)

Refer to the CUUF policy for guidelines on using all indoor and outdoor spaces on the Boulder campus, including rules about chalking, canvassing, amplified sound and flyers.

Event Space Reservations

Contact CU Events Planning & Catering to reserve your event space.

Marketing and Advertising

Check out CSI’s marketing and advertising guide for detailed information on how to get the word out about your events.

CU Student Government

The University of Colorado Student Government, or CUSG for short, is the official governing and representative body of the nearly 36,000 students at CU Boulder. Find and contact your representatives or get involved with CUSG to affect change on campus!