In other words, both parties need to know what each expects from the other. Therefore, a contract must be signed and agreed upon by both parties. All contracts that you wish to enter into for your club or organization must be discussed with your Student Activities and University Center advisor in advance. Your advisor is the bridge between you and the Office of Finance and Treasurer for signature and terms of the contract. In order to be valid, contracts must be signed by an authorized American University employee in the Office of Finance and Treasurer.
Payment is made only upon the completion of services, although paying a deposit is possible.
Verbal agreements are not honored. Everything must appear clearly in writing within the contract. In cases where a group uses an off campus facility and alcohol is being served , an alcohol clearance form must accompany the contract. Therefore, we are unable to enter into exclusive contracts with any company or individual. As a rule, do NOT agree to any service American University cannot do or deliver.