Frequently Asked Questions

*NOTICE: The MSO email roster has been reset. If you have not received an invitation from Connect that says “Join MSO,” you will not receive the weekly emails. Fill out the membership form and pay dues to get this invitation!

how do i maintain active member status?

3 general meetings

  • must attend 3 of the 6 general meetings each semester (in person)

4 community events

  • community events include socials, academic events, fundraisers, wider connections, etc.

  • interest meetings count as a community event for new MSO members

15 total service hours

  • at least 8 hours must come from your cell or FAST

  • a maximum of 7 outside hours (from MSO special service events, service through other organizations, etc.) are accepted

Be enrolled in at least 12 hours at Baylor.

Maintain a 2.5 GPA with good academic standing. 

when are meetings?

Meetings take place every other Wednesday from 7-8pm in-person in room B110 of the BSB. Check social media and emails for any changes to meeting times or locations. There are 6 General Meeting Dates this semester. 

**Note: Meetings will not be conducted via zoom this year. We will have recorded meetings available for those with special circumstances prohibiting them from achieving the general meeting requirement.

Interest Meetings:

  • Wednesday, January 24th(6-7 pm) @ TBD

  • Thursday, January 25th (6-7 pm) @ TBD

Fall 2023 General Meeting Dates:

  • February 7th @ 7pm

  • February 21st @ 7pm

  • March 13th @ 7pm

  • March 27th @ 7pm

  • April 10th @ 7pm

  • April 24th @ 7pm

During meetings we will have speakers from different pre-health fields, breakout sessions, etc.

how much are dues?

new member $50 

returning member $20

on probation $40

Dues are per semester and go towards t-shirts & other merchandise, First Aid/CPR Certification, FAST equipment, banquet/socials, speaker gifts, administrative fees, scholarships, etc. 

You can pay dues through our online store or in person at meetings.

**New Policy**

Bronze Tier Members pay $15

Silver Tier Members pay $10

Gold Tier Members pay $5

Platinum Tier Members DON’T PAY DUES!

What are the award tiers?

MSO members are recognized for outstanding service at the MSO Banquet each semester. Listed below are the different tier levels. 

bronze: 20-29 service hours

silver: 30-39 service hours

gold: 40-49 service hours

platinum: 50+ Service hours

Hours must be MSO accepted service hours with at least 8 hours from your cell and no more than 5 outside hours (not MSO sponsored).