FAQ Student Organizations

Here you will find frequently asked as well as general questions and information about student organizations and events at UZH. Information can also be found in the Guidelines from Impulsfabrik (PDF, 4 MB)

The FAQs (in German) about the "Reglement zur Anerkennung studentischer Organisationen an der Universität Zürich" you can find at the following link: 
FAQ zum "Reglement zur Anerkennung studentischer Organisationen an der Universität Zürich"

If you are interested in recognition, it is important that your organization meets the recognition criteria listed in the "Reglement zur Anerkennung studentischer Organisationen an der Universität Zürich"
Further information can be found hereRecognition process.

The Impulsfabrik of VSUZH will be happy to assist you. 

For all information on how to found a student organization at UZH, please visit Recognition process.

If there is no student association (Fachverein) in your study program yet and you would like to remedy this gap, first contact the institute. With their support, the foundation of the association can then be pursued.

Newly founded student associations can be definitively recognized directly by Campus Culture with the consent of the responsible institute.

The phase of provisional recognition (at least three years of activity) must be successfully completed. If the student organization receives definitive recognition, it may call itself an "organization at the University of Zurich" until revoked.

Yes. Here you can find a list of the Rights and obligations.

No - the logo of UZH may not be used on the website or on flyers, posters or other printed materials. Futhermore, the acronym "UZH" is protected by trade mark law and may also not be used; the acronym must also not be used in the name of the student organization.

An exception applies to student associations (Fachvereine); they are permitted to use the logo of UZH in the footer of the website as well as on printed materials.

A limited number of rooms at UZH are designated for use by student organizations. Nevertheless, there is a shortage of space in many places at UZH. For this reason, no organization can be guaranteed office space – there is a waiting list.

Only events organized by recognized student organizations will be approved.  For events with external speakers organized by student organizationsa patronage (PDF, 83 KB) can be requested. Compliance with the Code of Conduct Campus Life is a basic requirement for any event held at UZH.

For larger events, a concept must be submitted in addition to the application form for events requiring approval.

Here you cand find informations about room application.

The VSUZH Impulsfabrik is happy to assist you.

Posters, sending of mass e-mails (once per semester), targeted flyers and stand actions help to draw attention to the event. Here you can find informations about advertising opportunities.

The Guidelines from Impulsfabrik (PDF, 4 MB) also contain tips on this topic.

There are several ways to cover the costs of an event. You can find tips on this in the Guidelines from VSUZH Impulsfabrik (PDF, 4 MB). Recognized student organizations can submit an application for financial support, including a budget, to Campus Culture.
Participation fees should not be charged, as student events should be open to everyone.

As a general rule, eating and drinking are not permitted in lecture halls and seminar rooms. However, there are designated areas where you are allowed to eat and drink. The Room Allocation Services will be happy to assist you: raumdisposition@campuskultur.uzh.ch, 044 634 22 14.

The catering can be freely chosen. It is also possible to organize it yourself. It should be noted that cooking is not permitted in the rooms. In addition, all equipment, furniture and utensils must also be rented and all waste must be disposed of yourself.