Bylaws of the Kappa Chi Chapter, ​ ​ Alpha Phi Omega, ​ National Service Fraternity

Article I. Name. Section 1. The name of this organization shall be the Kappa Chi chapter of Alpha Phi Omega. Article II. Purpose. Section 1. The purpose of this chapter shall be to assemble college students as part of a National Service Fraternity in the fellowship of principles derived from the Scout Oath and Law of the Boy Scouts of America; to develop Leadership, to promote Friendship, and to provide Service to humanity; and to further the freedom that is our national, educational, and intellectual heritage. Section 2. The Kappa Chi chapter shall reflect Creighton University’s commitment to education and the Jesuit Catholic mission in their purpose and all their actions. Article III. Membership. Section 1. Open Membership. The Kappa Chi chapter, in accordance with National Fraternity and University policy, will not deny membership to any full­time student of Creighton University on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or other fraternal affiliation. 1.1 University Standing. Any full­time student at Creighton University, regardless of school affiliation or Undergraduate, Graduate, or Professional school enrollment shall be eligible to begin the process of becoming a member of the Kappa Chi chapter. Section 2. Types of Membership. The types of membership in the Kappa Chi chapter shall consist of Pledge membership, Active membership, Associate membership, Advisory membership, Alumni membership, and Honorary membership. 2.1. Pledge Membership. Pledge members of the Kappa Chi chapter shall consist of those who have completed the application and selection process as defined by the chapter in the current Pledge Policy. All Pledge members must participate in the official ritual of the Fraternity prior to ​ gaining Pledge membership status. 2.2. Active Membership. Active members shall be those full­time students enrolled at Creighton University, who have been initiated into the Fraternity and accepted by a vote of the majority of the chapter’s active members, in accordance with the National Bylaws of Alpha Phi Omega and ​ ​ the Membership Policy of this chapter. ​ ​ 2.3. Associate Membership. Associate membership may be conferred upon Active Members who find it necessary to cease full involvement in Chapter affairs, because of other commitments of time and effort, and who petition the Chapter for Associate Membership. 2.4. International Membership. International members shall be those who are spending a semester abroad and are unable to maintain full involvement in chapter affairs, and who petition the Chapter for International Membership. 2.5. Advisory Membership. Advisory Membership may be conferred upon persons approved by the Chapter to serve on the Advisory Committee upon completion of the necessary forms and receipt by the National Office. Such Membership may not be conferred upon undergraduate students. 2.6. Alumni Membership. Alumni Members of the Kappa Chi chapter shall consist of those Brothers who have held Active or Advisory Membership in the chapter, and who terminate full­time student status at and/or employment by Creighton University. 2.7. Honorary Membership. Honorary Membership may be conferred by the chapter in a manner consistent with the Membership Policy of the chapter, and the National Bylaws of Alpha ​ ​ ​ Phi Omega, in recognition of significant contribution(s) to the ideals and purposes of Alpha Phi ​ Omega. Section 3. Maintaining Membership. The following shall be the procedures for maintaining membership in the Kappa Chi Chapter: 3.1. Procedure for Maintaining Pledge Membership. Pledge members shall be those who are participating in the Pledging Process as defined by the Pledge Policy of this Chapter. ​ ​ 3.2. Procedure for Maintaining other forms of Membership. All other members of the chapter shall abide by the requirements established in the Membership Policy of this Chapter, pertinent ​ ​ to their respective membership status. Section 4. Rights of Membership. Members of the Kappa Chi Chapter shall have the following responsibilities, rights, and obligations: 4.1. Rights of All Members. All members of the Kappa Chi chapter shall be treated at all times in a manner that is consistent with the mission and purpose of this Chapter, the Fraternity, and the University. 4.2. Rights of Pledge Members. All Pledge members shall have the right to attend chapter meetings, to participate in all functions of the chapter except procedures for the selection of candidates for active membership, to provide input to chapter business, and to be eligible to hold pledge class office subject to applicable university policies. 4.3. Rights of Active Members. All Active members in good standing shall have the right to participate in any and all Chapter functions. All Active members in good standing shall have the right to fully participate in chapter business. 4.4. Rights of Advisory Members. Advisory Members shall have all rights and privileges of Active Membership except those of voting, directing the supervision of pledges, and directing the establishment of Pledge or Active Membership programs and policies. The only Chapter office Advisory Committee Members can hold is the office of the Chair of the Advisory Committee. 4.5. Rights of Alumni and Honorary Members. Alumni and Honorary members of this chapter shall have the right to attend chapter functions except as indicated by National Bylaws, Policies and Guidelines. Those who have not been Active Members of the Fraternity shall not be exposed to aspects of the Fraternity deemed secret by the Bylaws, Policies and Guidelines of the National Fraternity. Article IV: Officers. Section 1. Elected Officers. The elected officers of this Chapter shall consist of the President, a Vice­President of Membership, two (2) Vice­Presidents of Service, Treasurer, Pledge Educator, Public Relations Chairperson, Secretary, Social Chairperson, Historian, Sergeant­at­Arms, and the Chair of the Advisory Committee. These officers shall be elected by the chapter according to procedures listed in the Election Policy of this chapter. ​ ​ Section 2. Elected Pledge Class Officers. The Elected Officers of the Pledge Class will be: President, Vice­President, and Secretary. These Officers are to be elected by the Pledge Class and are to be members of that Pledge Class. (See Pledge Policy for election process and duties ​ ​ of Pledge Class Officers.) Section 3. Duties of Officers. 3.1. President. a. To ensure that the Chapter operates in conformity with and maintains a copy of the National Bylaws, the Standard Chapter Articles of Association, Risk Management and Membership Policies, the rules and regulations of Creighton University, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Kappa Chi Chapter. b. To ensure the execution of the responsibilities of the Executive Board, as listed in these Bylaws, including distributing a copy of these Bylaws to all elected officers and all Advisors. c. To ensure that the Chapter complies with all reporting requirements established by the National Fraternity, including financial responsibilities. d. To conduct presidential appointments of positions and committees as necessary for efficiency in carrying out the business of the Chapter. e. To advise all Chapter officers and oversee committees’ activities and serve as an ex­officio member of all committees. f. To serve as chief spokesperson and representative of the Kappa Chi Chapter. g. To establish and maintain a working relationship with all Chapter Advisors. 3.2. Vice­President of Membership a. To plan, execute, and evaluate the Chapter’s membership programs, including Brotherhood Builders and the Retreat. b. To know and uphold the Membership and Risk Management Policies of the National Fraternity. c. To notify in writing any member who has not met his/her membership requirements of his/her unfulfilled requirements and any methods to retain good standing by the second to last Chapter meeting. d. To evaluate the Chapter’s activities, including service and social activities, at least twice a semester. e. To keep a record of all inactive members up to three years of non­contact. 3.3. Vice­Presidents of Service (2) a. To ensure that the Chapter service program has a balance of service projects among the Fraternity’s four fields of service, and is designed to meet the needs of the Chapter’s membership. b. To ensure that the Chapter actively participates in the Fraternity’s National service programs. c. To plan and execute the traditional projects of the Chapter, with the exception of Sherlock for Homes. d. To appoint a service project leader for each service project. See Service Policy. ​ ​ e. To keep a record of service projects, including the overall outcome and advice for future project chairs. f. In accordance with the Kappa Chi Service Policy, the Vice­Presidents of Service will be ​ ​ responsible for ensuring that members meet all service requirements, and to report to the Vice­President of Membership any delinquencies by the third to the last Chapter meeting. 3.4. Treasurer a. To develop, with the Executive Board, a Chapter Budget. See Article VIII: Finances & ​ Property, Section 1. ​ b. To keep an accurate written record of all incoming and outgoing expenses. This will include any and all monies collected by the Chapter on behalf of a third party organization. c. To make all payments and deposits of Chapter accounts. See the Money Policy. ​ ​ d. To transmit appropriate fees to the National Office as prescribed by the Fraternity and keep all receipts for such payments on file. e. To arrange to have the financial records of the Chapter audited annually by an official approved by Creighton University. Once completed, s/he will need to make a complete report to the Executive Board, the Advisory Committee, and the National Office. f. To make a report of the Chapter’s financial condition at least once a semester at a Chapter meeting, and additionally at any time upon request. g. To conduct fundraising projects to benefit the Chapter with Chapter approval as necessary. h. To see that the appropriate local, state, and federal income tax forms are filed, if necessary. i. To see that the proper Student Activities forms are submitted as necessary. 3.5. Pledge Educator a. To know and uphold the National Membership Policy, the National Standard Policy of Risk Management and the National Pledging Standards. b. To ensure the coordination of the Pledge Program with the Chapter’s activities. c. To implement the pledge program, based on the National Pledging Standards, that educates Pledges about the purpose of the Fraternity, its history, and the Chapter’s program of Leadership, Friendship, and Service. See Pledge Policy. ​ ​ d. To recommend potential candidates for Pledge Ed Assistant and Big Sib Coordinator. e. To conduct the election of Pledge Class Officers as prescribed by the Pledge Policy. f. To assist all Pledge Class Officers in the execution of their duties. g. To present the pledges for approval by the Chapter before the Activation Ceremony. 3.6. Public Relations Chairperson a. To serve as the Chairperson of the Public Relations Committee. b. To arrange for Alpha Phi Omega information in campus and community publications. c. To coordinate and send regular reports to the National Office for the Torch and Trefoil. d. To arrange advertising for designated Chapter events. e. To oversee the designing, selling, and distribution of Alpha Phi Omega apparel for the Chapter after receiving approval from the Creighton University Student Activities Office if necessary. f. To ensure maintenance of the Chapter’s website. 3.7. Secretary a. To keep accurate minutes of all Chapter and Executive Board meetings. Minutes are to be sent out in a timely manner to the appropriate listserv. S/he must see that the minutes are also posted on the Chapter’s website. b. To strive to keep an updated record of the current addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of all Members, including Alumni. c. To keep an accurate record of Member attendance at all Chapter meetings, including the Pledge Ceremony and Initiation. d. To maintain the Chapter listserv. e. To direct letters of appreciation to appropriate persons and organizations. f. To present a list of members in violation of the attendance requirements to the Vice President of Membership by the executive board meeting before the second to last Chapter meeting. g. To plan Senior Sendoff and ensure that graduating seniors receive a small gift and are properly reported to the National Fraternity. 3.8. Social Chairperson a. To serve as the chairperson of the Social committee. b. To plan, execute, and evaluate Brotherhood­building social activities throughout the semester for the Chapter. c. To plan and implement Initiation for the Chapter. d. To serve as the travel coordinator for conferences and trips, unless another individual has been designated. 3.9. Historian a. To keep an accurate history of the Chapter, including keeping Chapter awards and maintaining the Chapter scrapbooks. b. To publish a newsletter for the Chapter at least once a month. c. To supervise the taking and collecting of photographs of Chapter events for the scrapbook. d. To supervise the Big Sib program every semester. e. To provide oversight to the Chapter’s Family structure. f. To serve as a liaison between the Chapter and Alumni, including any Alumni Associations. g. To publish a newsletter for Alumni at least once per semester. 3.10. Sergeant­at­Arms a. To serve as the chairperson of the Legislative Reference Committee. b. To ensure that all Fraternity Rituals are properly carried out. c. To keep an updated inventory of all Chapter property. d. To ensure that the Chapter follows parliamentary procedure as described in the National and Chapter Bylaws and Policies. 3.11. Chair of the Advisory Committee a. To fulfill all of the duties of an advisor as stated in Article V, Section 3 of this document. b. To serve as an ex officio member of the Chapter Executive Board. ​ ​ Section 4. Impeachment. 4.1. If a Chapter Member feels that an officer is failing to execute his/her duties, that Chapter Member will arrange a meeting with the Advisory Chair in order to voice his/her concerns. 4.2. The Advisory Chair will call and preside over a special meeting of the Executive Board. 4.2.1. The Executive Board, excluding the officer in question, will vote to take the issue to the Chapter. 4.2.2. A majority vote will send the issue to the Chapter. 4.3. The Advisory Chair will call a special Chapter meeting, during which the potential impeachment of the officer in question will be discussed and voted on. 4.3.1. The officer in question will have the opportunity to speak on his/her own behalf. 4.3.2. A three­fourths (3/4) vote at the special Chapter meeting where quorum is present is required for impeachment. Section 5. Filling a vacant officer position. In the event of a vacancy in any office, the presiding officer at a regular chapter meeting where quorum is present shall call a special election to fill the vacancy. The election shall follow procedures listed in the Election Policy of this Chapter. ​ ​ Section 6. Executive Board. The Executive Board shall consist of the Elected Officers of the Chapter and its meetings shall be open to all members of the Fraternity. Article V: Advisors Section 1. Types Of Advisors. There will be at least the following: two (2) Advisors from the faculty, staff, or administration of the University; one (1) Scouting or Youth Service Advisor; and one (1) Community Advisor. Section 2. Term Limits. All Advisors will serve a one (1) year term and may serve an unlimited number of terms. All Advisors will be reinstated into office after reelection. Section 3. Duties. The Duties of the Advisors shall be as follows: 3.1. Advisory Committee. All Advisors will serve on the Advisory Committee. They will meet at least once per school year to discuss the Chapter’s activities. 3.2. Compliance. All Advisors are to help ensure that the Chapter operates in compliance with all applicable laws and policies. 3.3. Attendance. All Advisors are expected to attend the following events each semester: one (1) Chapter meeting, one (1) executive board meeting, the Pledge Ritual, the Initiation Ceremony, and the Page Signing Party. 3.4. Chairperson of the Advisory Committee. The Chapter will elect the Chairperson. S/he is to call and preside at meetings of the Advisory Committee at least once each school year to discuss the Chapter’s current activities, make suggestions for future growth and success, serve as a resource for the Chapter, and to help mediate problems. S/he will call and preside at special Chapter meetings at any time upon request of the Active Members. S/he is to serve on the Executive Board. 3.5. Faculty and Staff Advisors. The Faculty and Staff Advisors are to encourage the development of high fraternal and scholastic standards. They will assist the Chapter in planning and carrying out campus projects. 3.6. Scouting or Youth Service Advisors. The Scouting or Youth Service Advisors will help the Chapter build and strengthen its relationship with scouting or youth. S/he is to help the Chapter plan and execute projects that are in the interest of the scouting or youth service as well as the community. 3.7. Community Advisors. The Community Advisors will help the Chapter build and strengthen its relationship with the surrounding Omaha community. S/he is to help the Chapter plan and execute projects that develop this relationship. Section 4. Advisory Committee. The Advisory Committee will consist of all Chapter Advisors and the Chapter President. The Advisory Committee will meet at least once each school year to discuss the Chapter’s current activities, make suggestions for future growth and success, serve as a resource for the Chapter, and to help mediate problems. This meeting will be called by the Advisory Chair, who will notify all other Advisors as to the day, location, and time of this meeting.

Article VI: Meetings Section 1. Executive Board meetings. Meetings of the Executive Board will be held at the discretion of the President, but will be held at least weekly while classes are in session at the day, time, and location selected by the President. The Secretary will distribute a copy of Executive Board minutes to the members of the executive board. These minutes are available to other members upon request. Section 2. Chapter Meetings. Chapter Meetings will be held at least weekly while classes are in session. The President in consultation with the Chapter will determine the day, time, and location of Chapter meetings. The Secretary will distribute a copy of the minutes of the meeting. Section 3. Special Meetings. A special meeting for purposes other than proceedings for impeachment can be called upon the Advisory Chair receiving a written request signed by one­third (1/3) of the Active Members. The Advisory Chair will call and preside over the special meeting of the Chapter to be held within fifteen (15) days after receiving the written request. A notice of the purpose and agenda of this special meeting will be presented in the notice to the Members of the Chapter. Only those items on the agenda will be discussed at the special meeting. Attendance at special meetings will not be counted towards meeting membership requirements. Section 4. Quorum. The quorum for any regular or special chapter meeting will be fifty percent (50%) plus one of the Active members in Good Standing listed on the Secretary’s most current roster. Article VII: Committees Section 1. Standing Committees. The Chapter will have five (5) standing committees as follows: Service, Membership, Public Relations, Social, and Historian. Meetings of each Standing Committee will be held at the discretion of the committee Chairperson, at least monthly during the semester. Any Brother may sit on standing or special committees. 1.1 Service Committee. 1.1.1. Chairpersons. The elected Service Vice­Presidents shall serve as the chairpersons for this committee. 1.1.2. Duties. To plan, execute, and evaluate the service program of the Chapter according to the policies established in the Chapter Service Policy. ​ ​ 1.2. Membership Committee. 1.2.1. Chairperson. The elected Membership Vice­President shall serve as the chairperson for this committee. 1.2.2. Duties. To plan, to execute and to evaluate the Membership Program of the Chapter according to the policies established in the Membership Policy and in any and all National ​ ​ ​ Policies pertaining to Membership. 1.3. Public Relations Committee. 1.3.1. Chairperson. The elected Public Relations Chair shall serve as the chairperson for this committee. 1.3.2. Duties. To execute the Recruitment program of the Chapter for the current semester, and to plan the Recruitment program for the next semester. To plan, to order and to distribute Alpha Phi Omega apparel for the Chapter. 1.4. Social Committee. 1.4.1. Chairperson. The elected Social Chair shall be the chairperson of this committee. 1.4.2. Duties. To plan, execute and evaluate the Social Program of the Chapter. To plan the Initiation Ceremony. Section 2. Special Committees. The Executive Board can create other committees as necessary to conduct Chapter business. 2.1. Sherlock for Homes Committee. 2.1.1. Chairperson(s). The chairperson(s) shall be appointed by the Chapter President. 2.1.2. Duties. To plan, to promote, and to execute the Sherlock for Homes service project. 2.1.3. Frequency. The committee will form each Spring semester. 2.2. Legislative Reference Committee. 2.2.1. Chairperson. The elected Sergeant­at­Arms shall serve as the chairperson for this committee. 2.2.2. Duties. To suggest changes to Chapter governing documents, to draft legislation for submission at Sectional, Regional, and National Conventions, and to provide other procedural guidance as requested. 2.2.3. Frequency. The committee will be formed at the discretion of the Chapter President, with input from the Sergeant­at­Arms. 2.3. Awards Committee. 2.3.1. Chairperson. The chairperson(s) shall be appointed by the Chapter President. 2.3.2. Duties. To oversee the awards program according to the procedures established in the Chapter Awards Policy. ​ ​ ARTICLE VIII: FINANCES AND PROPERTY Section 1. Budget. A budget shall be established by the Treasurer and approved by the chapter every semester in accordance with the Money Policy. ​ ​ Section 2. Accounts. The Chapter shall have an account at Creighton Federal Credit Union. The signing parties shall be the Chapter President, the Chapter Treasurer, the Chapter Advisory Chair and the Creighton Student Union Vice­President for Finance. Section 3. Property. The Sergeant­At­Arms shall keep an annual inventory of all Chapter property. ARTICLE IX: CONVENTIONS Section 1. Voting Delegates. This chapter will elect such voting delegates to the National, Regional, and Sectional Conventions, as it is entitled under the provisions of the National ​ Bylaws. ​ 1.1. Delegates shall meet the same requirements as officers. 1.2. Chapter voting delegates shall be bound by the decisions of the chapter. 1.3. Chapter voting delegates shall be elected in a manner prescribed by the Elections Policy of ​ ​ this Chapter. Section 2. Caucus. Caucuses shall be the primary decision­making tools of the Chapter at any convention where the Chapter has voting rights. 2.1. Frequency. The designated voting delegates shall organize no less than one chapter caucus at each convention. The voting delegates will announce the time and place of the caucus immediately after roll call at each convention. 2.2. Quorum. A chapter caucus will consist of at least a simple majority of the full chapter delegation. 2.3. Alternate Methods. In the absence of a chapter decision, and time permitting, voting delegates shall call a caucus to present any known motions and shall be bound by the decision of that caucus. Otherwise, voting delegates shall vote what they perceive to be in the chapter’s best interest. ARTICLE X: ELECTIONS Section 1. Procedure. Elections for Elected Chapter Officers must follow the process outlined in the Election Policy of this Chapter. Pledge Class Officer Elections must be carried out as ​ ​ outlined in the Pledge Policy of this Chapter. ​ ​ Section 2. Term Limits. An officer may succeed himself/herself only once for a particular office, unless no other member is qualified or chooses to hold the office in question for that term. A term is defined as the Fall or Spring semester immediately following Elections. An Active member can only hold office for seven (7) semesters. ARTICLE XI: PARLIAMENTARY AUTHORITY Section 1. The rules contained in the current edition of Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised shall govern the Chapter in all cases to which they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with these bylaws and any special rules of order the Chapter may adopt. ARTICLE XII: AMENDMENTS Section 1. Power to Amend. The power to amend these Bylaws rests with the Members of the Chapter. Any amendment may be brought before this committee at any time. The amendment must be brought up by an Active Member. Associate Members and Pledge Members can give their ideas to Active Members for presentation. Section 2. Procedure. These Bylaws may be amended at any meeting provided: i The proposed amendment was read before the Chapter at a prior meeting. ​ ​ ii The proposed amendment was discussed after its initial reading. iii The proposed amendment was posted in the Chapter’s minutes and/or on the Chapter website. iv Discussion was reopened prior to voting. v The amendment is approved by a two­thirds (2/3) vote of the Active Members at a Chapter meeting where quorum is present. Section 3. Effective Date. 3.1. All amendments that are passed must be submitted for approval to the Creighton University Student Activities Office in order to become effective. 3.2 . All amendments must be submitted for approval to the National Fraternity by the Chapter President in order to become effective. 3.3. Once these two bodies have approved the amendments, the amendment will be in effect.