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<span style="font-size:small;">Student group fairs and group-hosted events are two one of the best ways to start getting the word out for your group, and start getting members in for your general meetings. The problem is, everyone is doing them. Twice a year at the University of Minnesota, the student union building is thronging with student groups and hundreds of students looking to learn a thing or two. Everyone has their poster and materials out, dressed in their best group t-shirt, and spewing information to dozens of students. It's a bit overwhelming, and standing out from the crowd is nearly impossible unless you have your tech group's hovercar on site. You and your leadership team need to figure out how to be unique in a sea of colors and noise. Again, focus on getting your prospective students to chat about what THEY hope to do, not what your group hopes to accomplish first off. Wear something semi-rediculus, have any tangable success stories at the ready, and look cohesive and excited to be there as a team.</span> <span style="font-size:small;">When it comes to hosting networking or social events to try and attract members, there has to be something to draw the crowd. Have the meeting in a central location at a time when most people would be able to attend. Have at the least some food, but get creative. Your event doesn't even have to have anything to do with your group's mission, because sometimes the best informational meetings aren't even informational at all. For example, have a game of pickup soccer or ultimate frisbee in the park, and encourage people who pass to join in. Eventually introduce your group and your group's purpose. By showing how inclusive and cohesive your group is, students will be much more interested in joining.</span> <span style="font-size:small;"></span>