There may seem like an abundance of collegiate security clubs, but not every college has one; and not every club that is established is well organized. In this talk we am going to highlight the successes, and failures, of creating Illinois State University Security Club (ISUSec). We will talk about information that we know now that I wished I knew when I first started the club. We will also cover details about how to deal with the politics involved with starting a security club, how your involvement is key to the club’s success, and the amount of effort that will be required to ensure the club continues after you leave college. We will also cover topics such as utilizing social media, public speaking, competitions, conferences, and all of the things you may want to focus on with your club. It took me a couple of years to get ISUSec off the ground. It is our hope that this talk will help guide you through the process of becoming a registered student organization in less time and with greater success!
