CSRSOs: Community Service Recognized Student Organizations

Community Service Recognized Student Organizations (CSRSOs) provide an opportunity for over 2,000 students at the University of Chicago to engage in experiential learning and service through community service projects and programs. With over 60 active CSRSOs, there is a project or program for everyone.

Though CSRSOs have strong ties to community partners, they are self-governing student organizations. Many focus on ways to further the work of their partner organizations through collaborative volunteering and programming, while others have developed their own unique programs. All CSRSOs provide some direct service to the neighborhoods surrounding the University of Chicago campus, and the city of Chicago at large.

View the most current directory of CSRSOs here.

UCSC Vehicle Privileges

UCSC provides access to Community Service Vans for CSRSOs to transport volunteers to and from service projects in the 6-county metropolitan area. All drivers must be certified through UCSC before reserving the van.

To become certified to drive any university vehicle:

Applicants must complete an in-person certification training. All drivers must furnish their UCID *plus* a valid US driver’s license at the time of their certification training.

Applicants from the following states will need to secure a copy of their Motor Vehicle Record from their home Secretary of State or DMV, prior to the meeting:

To drive a 7 passenger van, applicants (typically a two-week turnaround until certification):

  • Must be 18 years old by the date the van is to be driven
  • Must possess a valid US driver’s license for at least the past 2 years
  • Must have more than 2,000 miles driving experience with no moving violations, convictions or court-ordered supervision

If eligible (per requirements above), applicants must attend a van certification workshop. Workshop are typically held on the last Thursday of every month from 5-6pm in the UCSC Conference Room. Please contact csrso.ucsc@gmail.com if you have any questions or wish to RSVP.

Remember to bring your UCID and valid US driver’s license to apply!

Certified Drivers: Click here to request a van!

Click here to see the van schedule.