It is a missions of the Cockrell School to educate leaders of the future in technology, industry, business and other professions, who thrive in a globally competitive environment, and student organizations play a vital role in this mission.
Engineering Student Life (ESL) provides support and guidance to the Cockrell School's more than 70 student organizations and their student leaders.
Student organizations represent the Cockrell School and The University of Texas at Austin on campus, in the community, throughout the state and beyond. Knowing this broad impact, ESL provides tools, resources and information to help student organizations comply with policies, laws, ethics and sound practices.
Policies
Student organizations within the Cockell School must follow many university and school-related policies. Learn more about policies associated with your student organization and opportunities to promote your group by using banners, e-mail, glass cases and more.
Training & Leadership
Through participation in training and leadership opportunities, engineering students begin to understand that leadership development is a lifelong journey involving vision, relationships and integrity. Students who develop leadership, communication and team skills become engineering graduates who are better prepared for the workforce and/or graduate school.
Accounting
Student groups within the Cockrell School must observe and follow university and school accounting policies and procedures. Find resources and learn more about making deposits, purchasing, reimbursements and other accounting procedures.
Travel
Cockrell School student organization representatives often travel nationally and internationally for conferences, workshops, competitions, service projects and more. Learn more on how to follow university and Cockrell School student travel policies.
Corporate Relations
Student organizations within the Cockrell School are encouraged to seek funding from companies and individuals to support meetings and programs. Find more information on general corporate relations guidelines, as well as documents to help your organization build corporate relations.
Advisers
More than 70 student groups in the Cockrell School benefit from the support of an adviser, and it is the organization's responsibility to inform its advisers on the activities of the organization. Learn more about how to maintain the relationship with your adviser.
