Tools and Forms
The Nuts and Bolts of Organizing
This quick reference guide includes links to forms and pages to assist you in planning.
Planning timeline - when you need to do certain things for your event
Promotional materials - such as invitations, announcements, postcards, posters and website
Media/press attention - such as press release, invitation to media, etc.
Placing/creating ads - for newspapers, radio and online
Social media- Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Foursquare
Scheduling security - For safety if needed, parking questions or last minute room access
Scheduling Bon Appetit -for refreshments, dining services, etc. Call 209-460-3891
Requtesting photography - schedule a photographer for your event
Scheduling ambassadors, greeters and other student help - to take tickets, seat people, information, etc.
Scheduling physical plant - for set-up and take-down of table, chairs, and stages
Presidential request form - if you wish to request the President's attendance
University banner request form
Event Planning master sheet - it is recommended that the organizers of every event (regardless of size) use this form to keep track of resources and help plan the event.
Comprehensive timeline- this is a spreadsheet that details a timeline for planning an event