University of Minnesota. Student Activities Bureau

Beginning in 1941, the responsibilities concerning student activities at the University of Minnesota was assigned to the Office of the Dean of Students and the Dean of Women to oversee. In August 1943, at the request of Dr. E.G. Williamson, dean of students, the Student Activities Bureau (SAB) was established at the University of Minnesota. Charles L Rock served as the first director of SAB.

It was the responsibility of the Student Activities Bureau to implement the policy of the University Senate that it "considers organized student activities and program an integral part of the University's educational program." The SAB also offered services to student organizations, such as leadership training and financial advising, developed a research program to study the programs under its leadership and administered all policies, rules and regulations which affect student organizations at the University.

The Student Activities Bureau was also responsible for overseeing the activities of the fraternities and sororities of the University, and the activities held for recreation and within the University dormitories. In addition, SAB prepared and executed the orientation programs at the University, including freshman camps, Welcome Week and Parent's Day.

In 1972, the Student Activities Bureau became the Student Activities Center under the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. Undergoing another name change in October 1979, it became the Student Organization Development Center.

From the guide to the Student Activities Bureau papers, 1911-1977, (bulk 1943-1970), (University of Minnesota Libraries. University Archives [uarc])