A co-sponsored event is an academic program, conference or meeting involving two or more entities — a department from Manhattan University plus one or more external organizations. The external organization can include another university, a community group, a professional association in which Manhattan University holds membership, or which maintains a relationship that directly benefits Manhattan University. The external organization must support the mission of Manhattan University. 

In order to be approved, co-sponsored events must promote enrollment, advance academic programs, or promote the image of Manhattan University.

A co-sponsored event is a shared responsibility between Manhattan University and the external organization. The sponsoring internal Manhattan University department must actively participate in the planning process of the event and a representative of Manhattan University must be present for the duration of the event. Co-sponsored student events must be coordinated by a faculty member, staff or administrator from sponsoring internal department on behalf of the student.