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Purchasing Support (via Student Business Office)

Support: Student Business Office (SBO)

SBO is present to assist student organizations with any purchasing or money-related questions.

SBO Financial Transaction Options

  • For organizations with budgets in CampusGroups, use the Payment Request step-by-step guide to assist with submitting payment requests and/or reimbursements.
  • Direct Payment by the University
    • To vendors for Lecture/Speaker Fees or Services defined as involving physical activity.  Examples of Services include, but are not limited to, Entertainment fees, Dance/Choreography Workshops, Photography/Videography, Sound/Lighting/Staging, DJs, Coaching, and Rental Service Delivery.
  • Reimbursement
    • To staff, faculty, student organizations, or Alumni who have paid out of pocket and do not include lecture/speaker fees or services and/or visitor travel (see above definition).
      • Receipts must be original, contain the date of purchase, include vendor name and address, itemized description of the purchase, unit price/total, and reflect payment received by the vendor.
        • A summary of credit card receipts or tear tabs is not sufficient.
        • Phone snapshots of Venmo transactions usually need additional backup.
        • If goods or supplies were not purchased in person, the original receipt must be kept for 60 days if you need proof of delivery.
        • Logo design in addition to CU brand approval if applicable.