Chapter Resources

Downloadable Chapter Operation Resources

• [coming soon] SVA Overview and Benefits (PDF) – This one-page document describes what SVA is, who we serve, and the benefits of establishing an SVA chapter. 

• [coming soon] SVA Overview and Benefits (PowerPoint) – Utilize this presentation with your campus and community. It describes what SVA is, who we serve, and the benefits and opportunities an SVA chapter can bring to your campus and students. 

• MySVA for Chapter Presidents and Advisors (PDF) – Need assistance in updating contact information in your MySVA account, managing your chapter roster, or editing your officers? Look no further! 

• [coming soon] MySVA Benefits (PDF) – MySVA provides a number of benefits, opportunities, and support for chapter members. Learn more about them here. 

• [coming soon] Chapter Code of Conduct (PDF) – Individual accountability is an important part of any student organization. Use this document as a guideline for creating expectations and standards for your members. 

• Chapter Officer Roles & Descriptions (PDF)
• Chapter Officer Transition Checklist (PDF)
• Chapter Values (PDF) – SVA chapters have unique goals specific to the chapter experience they’re cultivating on their campus; explore the unifying values we all strive to work toward and use them as a roadmap to determine your chapter’s goals.
• [coming soon] Constitution Template (Word Template) – Need assistance with creating your chapter’s governing documents? Use this template for inspiration. 
• [coming soon] Online Chapter Pro-Tips (PDF) – Chapters at online institutions have unique needs, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be highly successful! Check out a list of tips from SVA’s most successful chapters at online schools and universities.
• Year in the SVA Life (PDF) – This resource outlines the key dates and deadlines that shape the year for SVA Chapters, helping leaders stay organized, plan ahead, and make the most of opportunities across the academic calendar.
• Access to Assistance with Personal Resources – Do you or someone you know need access to resources to improve their quality of life? Whether it’s health, housing, employment, transportation, or beyond, America’s Warrior Partnership provides a lifeline of resources and connections for veterans, their families, and caregivers.

Downloadable Advisor Resources

• Advisor Job Description (PDF): What does it mean to be an advisor for an SVA chapter? Learn more about the role here. 
• [coming soon] Chapter Advisor Pro-Tips (PDF): Identifying and working hand-in-hand with your chapter advisor is important piece of long-term chapter sustainability. Read about some of the best practices in working with your chapter advisor.  

Downloadable Program Resources

• 2025 Regional Summits Flyer
• [coming soon] SVA Programs Overview (PDF): Are you interested in exploring the many programming opportunities that SVA has to offer its chapter members, leaders, and advisors? We have experiences for everyone!  

Downloadable resources coming soon!

• [coming soon] Funding Request – Regional Summits Presentation (PowerPoint Template): Are you looking to secure financial support to attend Regional Summits? Use this presentation template to enhance your request! 

• [coming soon] Funding Request – Washington Week Presentation (PowerPoint Template): Are you looking to secure financial support to attend Washington Week? Use this presentation template to enhance your request! 

• Funding Request – Regional Summits Letter (Word Template): This letter template describes the benefits of attending Regional Summits – use it to enhance your requests for funding to attend the program.  

• [coming soon] Funding Request – Washington Week Letter (Word Template): This letter template describes the benefits of attending Washington Week – use it to enhance your requests for funding to attend the program. 

• Funding for Your Chapter Experience (PDF): This resource provides examples and tips for requesting funding for your chapter experience.