Bylaws Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc Phi Chapter Western Michigan University

PREAMBLE

We, the sisters of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Phi Chapter, come together to display sound moral and ethical judgment, to promote services among the community, to pursue excellence in education, to explore richness in culture, and to be noticed socially, as open minded sisters.

ARTICLE I NAME

We are recognized as the Phi Chapter of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc. at Western Michigan University.

ARTICLE II OBTAINING MEMBERSHIP

Section A. Qualifications 1. Educational Requirements Women attending Western Michigan University are open to membership in the Phi Chapter of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority.

2. Associate Member (Gammitas) a) At the time of induction, each prospective member must be a full-time student, have accumulated a minimum of 12 college credits and have a college or university cumulative GPA of 2.75 based on a minimum of 12 credit hours based on a 4.0 scale. b) Associate members may be held over upon the release of semester grades if their cumulative GPA is in jeopardy after midterms for the semester are held.

3. Membership After becoming initiated members, each member must carry a cumulative GPA of 2.6 to be in good standing and be enrolled at Western Michigan University and be reported on the entity roster.

4. Equal opportunity No woman shall be denied membership on the basis of race, religion, color, height, weight, age, handicap, national origin, sexual orientation and veteran status.

ARTICLE III VOTING OF PRESPECTIVE MEMBERS

1 Section A. Selection of Members 1. Voting Two-thirds of all members, with voting rights, present must approve a prospective member.

2. Equal opportunity All prospective members have an equal opportunity to be approved.

ARTICLE IV Finance

Section A. Banking 1. Account Banking shall be done both through a Western Michigan University's Registered Student Organization Account and an off campus account at a credit union/bank.

Section B. National Fee (Non-negotiable) 1. Associate Membership Fall Semester a) Induction fee of $125 (incl. $10 pin) paid to Finance Chair at Chapter discretion. b) Initiation fee of $150 (incl. $35 pin) paid to Finance Chair at Chapter discretion. Spring Semester a) Induction fee of $125 (incl. $10 pin) paid to Finance Chair at Chapter discretion. b) Initiation fee of $150 (incl. $35 pin) paid to Finance Chair at Chapter discretion.

2. Membership Fall Semester a) $115 paid to the Financial Chair by September 25.

Spring Semester a) $115 paid to the Financial Chair by January 25.

3. Late Fee An additional late fee charge of $10 will apply following the deadline date.

Section C. Chapter Fee 1. Associate Membership Fee Fall Semester a) $65 paid to Finance Chair at Chapter discretion. b) $60 paid to Finance Chair at Chapter discretion.

Spring Semester

2 a) $65 paid to Finance Chair at Chapter discretion. b) $60 paid to Finance Chair at Chapter discretion.

2. Fee Distribution for Associate Membership Total $125.00 a) Shall be divided amongst educational materials, retreat, and ritual ceremonies.

3. Membership Fee Fall Semester a) $60 paid to Finance Chair at Chapter discretion. b) $65 paid to Finance Chair at Chapter discretion.

Spring Semester a) $50 paid to Finance Chair at Chapter discretion. b) $55 paid to Finance Chair at Chapter discretion.

4. Fee Distribution for Membership Total $125.00 (fall semester) $105.00 (winter semester) Shall be determined at chapter discretion

5. Late Fee An additional late fee charge of $10 will apply following the deadline date.

6. Dress Code a) Each member must dress in business casual attire the last meeting of every month; no jeans. i. A $5 fee will be bestowed upon non-compliance.

Section D. Refunds 1. Associate Membership If an associate member becomes terminated during the education process, National fees are not repaid but 50% of Chapter fees are repaid upon request.

2. Membership If a member becomes terminated due to extenuating circumstances, National fees are not repaid, 50% of Chapter fees are refunded upon request during the current semester only. The chapter has the right to deny the refund.

Section E. Dissolvent of all Chapter Funds 1. Phi Chapter In the event that the Phi Chapter of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc shall deactivate, all funds will be forwarded to the National Office of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority Inc.

3 ARTICLE V GENERAL MEETINGS

Section A. Location and Time 1. Location Meetings will be held weekly at the Bernhard Center. 2. Time Meetings will begin at the chapter discretion for that semester (will change per semester). 3. Attire Attire shall be casual, one meeting per month semi-business.

Section B. Agenda 1. The agenda will be accessible to each member prior of each meeting. 2. Any member may amend the agenda. 3. Each member will be responsible to obtain their own personal copy of the agenda.

Section C. Guest Speakers 1. Any guest speaker requesting to speak to the organization must be put on the general meeting agenda or executive board meeting agenda. 2. The guest must contact one executive board member. 3. If the guest speaker cannot meet during one of the two meeting days and times then they may set-up a separate meeting with at least two (2) Executive Board members.

Section D. Phi Chapter must comply with Section C when requesting to speak to another organization.

Section E. Attendance Policy 1. VP of Chapter Operations must distribute the “Attendance Policy” each semester. This can be updated regularly. 2. Notice of any absence shall be reported to the Vice President of Chapter Operations two (2) hours prior to the meeting. 3. A $2.00 late fee will be implemented unless 2/3 of the chapter votes to excuse the tardiness. 4. One unexcused absence allows speaking privileges but no voting rights during the next attended meeting. 5. When late three (3) times it equals one (1) absence. Also, refer to number 4. 6. Each unexcused absence there shall be a $4.00 absence fee plus two (2) additional community service hours. 7. Excused absence may include death in the family, hospitalized, sudden physical/mental illness, and all other circumstances shall be voted upon.

Section F. Voting and/or Speaking Procedure 1. Attendance cards, illustrating voting rights and speaking privileges will be implemented after a quorum reaches 15+ members.

4 2. A member in bad standing or without a card will have no voting rights during the meeting. 3. In a situation of a tie during a vote, the chapter shall reopen discussion for 3 minutes and may motion to extended time.

ARTICLE VI VOTING RIGHTS

Section A. Quorum Quorum is 75% of membership. 2/3 of quorum is needed to pass a vote. Section B. Voting Eligibility All members in good standing are eligible to vote.

ARTICLE VII MEMBERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

Section A. Membership Responsibilities 1. Associate Membership Responsibilities a. Must complete the New Member Education process, where they must demonstrate true commitment to the principles of Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority. b. Must attend all New Member education sessions on time. c. Must accumulate 14 hours of scheduled study sessions per month. d. Must accumulate 14 hours of community service per semester. e. Must organize one educational event that will benefit the new member education process. f. Must pay all national and chapter fees by the deadline date. g. Failure to complete the responsibilities may result in termination.

2. Membership Responsibilities a. Must attend weekly scheduled meetings on time. b. Must accumulate a minimum of 14 community service hours per semester. c. Must accumulate a minimum of 14 study hours per week. d. Must attend one (1) scholarly program per semester. e. Must attend all mandatory events, failure to do so will result in a $5.00 fee unless previously excused by 2/3 of the chapter at the weekly meeting. f. Must pay all national and chapter fees by the deadline date. g. Failure to complete the responsibilities may result in probation and/or termination. h. Every active member must complete the required minimum hours per week of office hours. Failure to complete all hours by the end of the semester will result in an additional hour of community service following the end of the semester.

3. Senior Status

5 a. “Senior Status” means that any “member in good standing” that is currently in her last semester at Western Michigan University. b. Must attend weekly meetings. c. Must pay National fee of $110. d. Must pay Chapter fee of $20 twice a semester (in congruence with chapter dues being paid) e. Retreat is optional. f. Must attend 50% of all SLG programs. g. “Senior Status” must be requested individually. It must be requested by the last meeting of September for the fall semester. Or the last meeting of January for the spring semester. h. Must provide appropriate documentation confirming graduation at the end of the semester in which she is applying for “senior status”.

Section B. Alumnae 1. Alumnae in Good Standing a. Is a member that has graduated from Western Michigan University b. Has no financial debt with Phi Chapter. c. Has fulfilled all membership requirements. d. Is allowed to join a SLG Alumni Chapter. e. Will always have full rights and privileges of Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority. f. Has the option to donate money to Phi Chapter.

2. Alumnae in Bad Standing a. Did not graduate from Western Michigan University. b. Has a financial debt with Phi Chapter. c. Graduated below a 2.5 GPA. d. Has not fulfilled all membership requirements. e. Not allowed to join a SLG Alumni Chapter. f. Will not have full rights and privileges of Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority.

3. Alumni Initiate a. A woman who definitely has an interest and dedication to Sigma Lambda Gamma. b. She is living by our life-guiding principles, and an outstanding member of the community. c. May be chapter advisor, or any woman who has the time, commitment and desire to become a member of Sigma Lambda Gamma. d. She would be fully initiated by ceremony and have full rights and privileges as any other member of Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority.

4. Honorary Member a. A person, woman or man, we would want affiliated with Sigma Lambda Gamma, but do not expect a true full commitment from them.

6 b. Someone who is committed to the community, and a good example for us as members of Sigma Lambda Gamma, but would probably not be able to be a full member. c. This is an Honor we bestow upon them at Convention. d. They would be honored by a special ceremony reflecting on their past accomplishments. e. Being an honorary member entitles them to a certificate, ceremony and if the sponsoring chapter wished to purchase a shirt with the Greek capital letters.

5. Graduate Student Alumnae a. A Sigma Lambda Gamma Alumnae attending the Graduate College at Western Michigan University. b. May attend the last meeting of the month, community service, philanthropic event, etc. c. Does not pay dues. d. May not hold any chapter position.

Section C. Probation 1. Academic Probation a. Two (2) semesters following the marking period is the maximum amount of semesters to be on academic probation. i. a sister will be permitted on to be on 3rd semester academic probation only if the goals established with the SEC are met. b. The Scholarship Chair sets the guidelines and requirements for the probationary member. *Must adhere to the Academic Program Policy. c. All members must comply with the National Probation requirements. d. Must submit syllabus within the first two weeks of the semester. Also, obtain a mid-term progress report. e. Must pay all dues. f. Probationary member may request Permission of Absence or Termination by setting up a meeting with the Executive Board and Scholarship Chair. g. Implementation procedure shall be under the direction of the Executive Board and the Scholarship Chair. h. A member on academic probation must meet with the academic chair/advisor and president at the beginning of the semester. i. Failure to meet academic probation regulations for each semester, will result in an immediate hearing with SEC.

2. First Semester Academic Probation Regulations a. Required to attend all weekly general business meetings. b. Required to attend retreat. c. Required to meet and/or communicate with the Scholarship Chair/Advisor on a weekly basis. d. Required to participate in events such as fund-raisers, community service, philanthropy events, study sessions, education sessions, and recruitment. e. Required to submit all class syllabi.

7 f. Attendance to socials at WMU or other SLG Chapter socials is limited and should be discussed and determined by members and academic advisor. g. Restricted from attending District Retreats as a delegate, including national convention and national retreat. h. Implementation procedure shall be under the directions of the Executive Board and the Scholarship Chair/Advisor. i. Restricted from having a position or may be left upon the chapter’s discretion.

3. Second Semester Academic Probation Regulations a. Required to attend all weekly general business meetings b. Required to attend retreat c. Required to meet and/or communicate with the Scholarship Chair on a weekly basis d. Required to participate in events such as fund-raisers, community service, philanthropy events, study sessions, education sessions, and recruitment. i. Certain events may be left upon the discretion of the academic chair/advisor. e. Required to submit class syllabi h. Required to obtain quarterly progress report from all professors i. Restricted from attending District Retreats as a delegate, including national convention and national retreat. j. Restricted from having a position. k. If G.P.A. is below a 2.0 restricted from wearing SLG paraphernalia l. Attendance to socials at WMU or other SLG chapter socials is not permitted. m. Implementation procedure shall be under the direction of the Executive Board and the Scholarship Chair/Advisor.

4. Third Semester Academic Probation Regulations a. Required to attend bi-weekly general business meetings b. Required to attend retreat c. Required to meet and/or communicate with the Scholarship Chair on a weekly basis d. Restricted in participating in events such as fund-raisers, community service, and philanthropy events, study sessions, education sessions, and recruitment. e. Required to submit class syllabi h. Required to obtain quarterly progress report from all professors i. Restricted from attending District Retreats as a delegate, including national convention and national retreat. j. Restricted from having a position in chapter. k. If G.P.A. is below a 2.4 restricted from wearing SLG paraphernalia l. Attendance to socials at WMU or other SLG chapter socials is limited and shall be determined by progress and improvements in grades, and will

8 be discussed and determined between academic advisor and Scholarship committee. m. Implementation procedure shall be under the direction of the Executive Board and the Scholarship Chair/Advisor.

5. Financial Probation Regulations a. Within one (1) week after the first deadline, if no money is submitted, it is then a requirement to meet with the Financial Chair. b. An additional late National Fee is a flat rate of $50.00 past the deadline date. c. An additional late Chapter fee is $10.00 past the deadline date. d. Required to attend weekly general business meetings. e. Required to attend community service, philanthropy, education sessions, chapter programs and study sessions. f. Required to attend retreat. g. If financial delinquency continues past one semester, membership will be up for review by SEC. h. If delinquency continues after two semesters without any effort to establish and follow through payment plan displaying of SLG paraphernalia is prohibited.

6. Meeting and Attendance Regulations a. Responsible to report with the President and/or VP of Chapter Operations 24 hours prior to the meeting or program if late and/or absent. b. When absent no voting will be allowed during the next meeting. c. When late three (3) times, it equals one (1) absence. d. $5.00 unexcused absent fee plus two (2) additional hours of community service. e. Tardiness will result in a $2.00 late fee. f. If absent more than three (3) times, leave of absence or termination needs to be discussed with the E-Board. g. Implementation procedure shall be under the direction of the Executive Board.

Section D. Termination of Membership 1. Definition a. Termination means that a member is no longer affiliated with the chapter and the Sorority. b. All privileges such as wearing letters, attending Convention or Sisterhood Retreat, or doing anything with the chapter are taken away. “Sisters for Life” no longer applies. c. Has the right to appeal to Sigma Lambda Gamma National Board.

2. Associate Member Termination a. Any member of SLG reserves the right to propose termination of an associate member but must be approved from the Executive Board first.

9 b. Upon approval, the member may bring the termination issue to the general meeting. c. May be terminated for not upholding the five (5) principles. d. May be terminated for not attending education classes, meetings, etc. e. If associate member wants to terminate, she must complete and submit the New Member Termination form within three (3) days of possession. f. Associate member must return all SLG items.

3. Member Termination a. Any member of SLG reserves the right to propose termination of a member but must be approved from the Executive Board first. b. Upon approval, the member may bring the termination issue to the general meeting. c. May be terminated for not upholding the five (5) principles. d. May be terminated for not attending meetings, academic events, community services, philanthropy events, GPA problems, etc. e. If the member wants to terminate, she must complete and submit the Member Termination form within three (3) days of possession. f. A written and/or verbal explanation must be submitted at the next general meeting. g. Member must return all SLG items.

4. Vote a. A quorum must be present and 2/3 must approve the termination for the proposed member.

ARTICLE VIII EXECUTIVE BOARD

Section A. Election and Selection of the Executive Board 1. Nominations a. Nominations will be taken during the second to the last meeting before the spring semester retreat. Any nomination may be accepted or declined. 2. Speech a. Each nominated member must give a formal speech during the meeting following the nominations. Any member can ask the candidate questions and decide if the candidate is qualified for the position. 3. Election a. Elections shall be held immediately following the speech presentation. Voting shall be secret ballot. 4. Presume a. Newly elected Executive Board shall presume office at the first week of September’s meeting. 5. Term Limit a. The length of the term shall be a maximum of two years if reelected.

10 Section B. Requirements of the Executive Board 1. Must shadow the person holding the position you wish to attain the semester of elections until position is taken. 2. Once elected into the position, you must assist the person currently holding the position. 3. Must attend Executive Board meetings, general meetings, advisory meetings and emergency meetings. 4. Any active member fulfilling all requirements may be nominated and elected for a position on the Executive Board. 5. Each Executive Board member must submit a position policy by the second meeting of the semester/academic year.

Section C. Executive Board Positions 1. President a. Shall be Chief Executive Officer of the Phi Chapter. b. Shall be responsible for general supervision of the chapter responsibilities and the chapter activities. c. Shall be responsible for sending two (2) chapter representatives to the bi- annual SLG Convention and SLG Sisterhood Retreat. d. Must oversee chapter affairs and any programming done by the Vice Presidents in accordance with SLG established programs and policies. e. Must oversee the completion of the Vice President’s responsibilities. f. Establish the weekly agenda for the general meetings. g. Have an understanding of the SLG National Handbook (Chapter Operations Manual). h. Have an understanding of the SLG “Risk Management Policy” and must approve the event (President is held responsible). i. Have an understanding of MGC requirements. j. Must attend all council Presidents’ meetings. k. Maximum term limit is two years if reelected. l. To be nominated and elected, the active member must have held a chair position for a minimum of one term before nomination and election. m. Have agenda made and disseminated 24 hours prior to weekly meeting time.

2. Vice President of Program Development a. Must distribute the “Program Development Policy” each semester. This can be updated regularly. b. Shall preside all duties in the absence of the President. c. Shall coordinate all educational activities and programs for the chapter or campus. d. Must abide by the semester budget given by the Treasurer Chair. e. Oversees the Philanthropy Chair and Fund-raising Chair and must complete duties in their absence. f. Communication must be established bi-weekly with the Philanthropy and Fund-raising chairs. g. Shall appoint an assistant at any time.

11 h. Maximum term limit is two years if reelected. i. Must execute five events portraying our five founding principles each semester.

3. Vice President of Recruitment and Retention a. Must distribute the “Recruitment and Retention Policy” each semester. This can be updated regularly. b. Shall coordinate the recruitment procedure for prospective members. c. Shall coordinate the retention projects for current members and alumni. d. Have an understanding of Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) recruitment rules and regulations. e. Lead in goal setting for each semester. f. Must abide by the semester budget given by the Treasurer Chair. g. Oversees the Alumni Relations Chair. j. Shall appoint an assistant at any time. k. Maximum term limit is two years if reelected.

4. Vice President of Chapter Operations a. Must distribute the “Chapter Operations Policy” each semester. This can be updated regularly. b. Shall oversee all administrative operations. c. Must submit required paperwork to SLG Headquarters on time. d. Shall serve as the administrative contact with SLG Headquarters. e. Must authorize all vouchers with a signature in the absence of the Treasurer Chair. f. Has authority to deny voting rights to members. g. Distributes necessary information to the chapter given by the SLG Headquarters. h. Must abide by the semester budget given by the Treasurer Chair. i. Oversees the Treasurer Chair and Secretary and must complete duties in their absence. j. Communication must be established bi-weekly with the Treasurer Chair and Secretary. k. Oversees the Community Service Chair and Scholarship Chair duties and must complete duties in their absence. l. Communication must be established bi-weekly with the Community Service and Scholarship Chair. m. Shall appoint an assistant at any time. n. Maximum term limit is two years if reelected. o. Must post and be in charge of office hours and maintain the office agreement with the SALP office in good standing. p. Must record meeting minutes and member attendance and must distribute at each meeting.

12 5. Vice President of Marketing a. Must distribute the “Marketing Policy” each semester. This can be updated regularly. b. Shall oversee publicity by creating and distributing advertisement materials. c. Coordinates public relations through letters, meetings and brochures. d. Must abide by the semester budget given by the Treasurer Chair. g. Maximum term limit is two years if reelected. h. Must be responsible for updating Phi chapter's web page, Twitter, Instagram, facebook and other social media sources.

Section D. Vacancies a. The Executive Board takes the responsibility in completing all Executive Board positions. b. The Executive Board has the authority to appoint a qualified person to fill a vacancy. c. The Executive Board selects the qualified person and there is no formal election.

Section E. Removal from Office a. Removal results in not completing duties as an Executive. b. Extorting chapter money for personal reasons or has financial delinquencies. c. Accumulates many absences in any required meetings. d. If GPA is below a 2.5 during or after a semester removal of office will be determined upon the chapter’s discretion.

ARTICLE IX GENERAL BOARD MEMBERS

Section A. Election and Selection of the General Board 1. Nominations a. Nominations will be taken 2 meetings prior to spring semester retreat. Any nomination may be accepted or declined. 2. Speech a. Each nominated member must give a formal speech during the meeting following the nominations. Any member can ask the candidate questions and decide if the candidate is qualified for the position. 3. Election a. Elections shall be held immediately following the speech presentation. Voting shall be secret ballot. Elections will be held at spring semester retreat. 4. Term Limit a. The length of the term shall be no more than two (2) years.

Section B. Requirements of the General Board 1. Must be taught by predecessor during the three (3) weeks of transition time. 2. Must attend weekly business meetings and any emergency meetings. 3. Must communicate a weekly report to the designated officer.

Section C. Positions

13 1. Community Service Chairperson a. Must distribute the “Community Service Policy” each semester. This can be updated regularly. b. Must see that each member accumulates a minimum of 14 service hours per semester. c. Must see that each associate member accumulates a minimum of 14 service hours per semester. d. Must formally coordinate a minimum of one (1) mandatory service project per semester. e. Must keep record of each member’s service projects and hours served. f. Must report to the VP of Recruitment and Retention with a bi-weekly report. g. Shall appoint an assistant at any time.

2. Finance Chairperson a. Must distribute the “Financial Policy” each semester. This can be updated regularly. b. Must distribute a budget sheet for the positions that require one. c. Responsible to collect and deposit dues on time. d. Must prepare the Western Student Association Allocation Committee (WSAAC) budget proposals. e. Must attend the SALP student organization account budget workshop. f. After conferring with the VP of Chapter Operations can enforce “Financial Probation.” g. Shall appoint an assistant at any time. h. Must enforce the budget funds for positions. i. Must keep track of expenditure funds.

3. Fund-Raising Chairperson a. Must distribute the “Fund-Raising Policy” each semester. This can be updated regularly. b. Responsible to coordinate the fund-raising activities or projects. c. Must report to the VP of Marketing with a bi-weekly report. d. Shall appoint an assistant at any time. e. Must execute a minimum of three (3) fundraisers per semester.

4. Secretary a. Responsible to document all events, occasions and activities. b. Shall preserve all awards, plaques, albums, scrapbooks and photos. c. Prepares the chapter newsletter and submission for “La Mensajera”. d. Coordinates and submits the Golden Bronco Awards and Standards of Excellence. e. Must abide by the semester budget given by the Treasurer Chair. f. Must report to the VP of Chapter Operations with a bi-weekly report. g. Shall appoint an assistant at any time.

5. Philanthropy Chairperson

14 a. Must distribute the “Philanthropy Policy” each semester. b. Responsible to plan philanthropy events per semester with Breast Cancer Awareness or a Trio Program. c. Must report to the VP of Program Development with a weekly report. d. Shall appoint an assistant at any time.

6. Scholarship Chairperson a. Must distribute the “Academic Policy” each semester. b. Shall oversee all academic progress c. Coordinates study sessions each semester. d. Oversees the members on academic probation. e. All members are required to attend one (1) educational program once a semester. f. Must abide by the semester budget given by the Treasurer Chair. g. Must report to the VP of Chapter Operations with a weekly report. The report must include a report of the members on academic probation. h. Shall appoint an assistant at any time.

7. Alumni Relations Chairperson a. Act as a liaison between undergraduate members and alumnae members. b. Create and maintain chapter alumnae newsletter. c. Recognize the efforts and contributions of alumnae members. d. Track all recruitment recommendations and legacies from alumnae. e. Maintain alumnae address database including emails. f. Be creative in maintaining contact with the alumnae members. g. Must report to VP of Recruitment of Retention with a weekly meeting. h. Must present an ‘Alumni Relations’ report.

8. Associate New Member Educator (ANME) a. Shall coordinate the Phi Chapter New Member Education program: The Journey. b. Must be certified under Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority policy. c. Shall present a weekly report at chapter meetings d. Must be an active member in good standing e. If avoidable ANME should not be chapter president 9. Gamma Mom a. Should be an active member in good standing. b. Should have weekly meeting with the associate member after receiving notification of relationship. 10. Delegates a. Responsible to attend every weekly MGC meeting. b. Required to disseminate information discuss during meeting. c. Must find a proxy in the event that one is unable to attend weekly meeting.

Section D. Removal from Office 1. Removal results in not completing duties.

15 2. Extorting chapter money for personal reasons or has financial delinquencies. 3. Accumulates many absences in any required meetings. 4. Must resign if GPA becomes below a 2.75 during or after a semester.

Section E. Vacancies 1. The Executive Board takes the responsibility in taking care of all Board positions. 2. The Executive Board has the authority to appoint a qualified person to fill a vacancy. 3. The Executive Board selects the qualified person and there is no formal election.

ARTICLE X ADVISORY BOARD

Section A. Eligibility 1. An advisor may be a staff member / faculty member / SLG alumni / or graduate student from Western Michigan University or a person in the Kalamazoo area. 2. Advisory Panel a. The goal is to have an advisor for each member of the Executive Board. b. The advisors may individually decide the amount of meetings they wish to attend each semester. c. Each advisor may specialize or concentrate in one particular area of the sorority to improve leadership.

ARTICLE XI JUDICIARY BOARD

Section A. Sisterhood Enhancement Committee

ARTICLE XII NATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Section A. Bi-annual Convention 1. The Head Delegate and the Alternate Delegate shall be members that will remain with the chapter at least one semester. 2. The two (2) delegates should be members that will become leaders in the next year. 3. The registration, hotel and travel accommodations shall be funded by the chapter. 4. A $600 fine will be awarded to the chapter if two (2) delegates are not present. 5. Also see Article VII from the Constitution of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc. 6. Delegates are responsible for traveling accommodations.

Section B. Bi-annual Sisterhood Retreat 1. The two (2) delegates shall be members that will remain with the chapter one semester of attending the event. 2. The two (2) delegates should be members that will become leaders in the next year. 3. The registration, hotel and travel accommodations shall be funded by the chapter. 4. A $600 fine will be against the chapter if two (2) delegates are not present.

16 5. Delegates are responsible for traveling accommodations.

ARTICLE XIII CHAPTER RETREATS

Section A. Retreat Coordinator 1. Must be appointed per semester. 2. Must organize a retreat committee 3. In charge of creating the agenda and menu. 5. In charge of finding the location. 6. Must establish set budget for retreat.

Section B. Retreat Requirements 1. No alcohol consumption 2. Retreat will start on a Friday at 5pm until Sunday at 3pm. 3. Chapter members must participate in the same social activities. 4. Must review Ritual 5. One meal will be provided by the chapter aside from the allocated money for meals. 6. Every active member should be in attendance.

Section C. Fall Retreat 1. Mandatory for all members unless “Senior Status” applies. 2. Associate members are required to attend retreat. 3. Main focus of retreat is to take care of business issues. 4. All members who are absent from retreat will pay a fine of $20 unless otherwise excused.

Section D. Spring Retreat 1. Mandatory for all members unless “Senior Status” applies. 2. Associate members are required to attend retreat. 3. Main focus of retreat is to relax and concentrate on Sisterhood. 4. All members who are absent from retreat will pay a fine of $20 unless otherwise excused.

Section E. Summer Retreat 1. Mandatory for all Executive Board and Chairs. 2. This retreat should be used to organize the chapter paperwork and goal setting for the upcoming year. 3. In charge of contacting and inviting the alumni and advisors. 4. All members who are absent from retreat will pay a fine of $20 unless otherwise excuse.

ARTICLE XIV

17 AMENDMENTS

Section A. Bylaws 1. Proposed Amendment a. A written proposal of the amendment may be distributed at a business meeting. 2. Requirements a. First, the proposed amendment is reviewed by the Executive board and must note any laws that would have to be changed if this amendment were to be passed. b. Second, amendment is then opened up for discussion and then voted upon.

Section B. Vote 1. These bylaws may be amended by a 2/3 passing vote. 2. A copy of the revised bylaws must be submitted to the SLG Headquarters.

ARTICLE XV ALCOHOL POLICY

1. No alcoholic beverages may be stored, served or consumed on chapter premises or sold/served by Sigma Lambda Gamma members at Sigma Lambda Gamma events.

2. Sigma Lambda Gamma chapter funds may not be used to purchase alcoholic beverages for collegiate functions, except that such funds may be used to purchase food and beverages service from an outside commercial establishment for a chapter function if the reputable commercial establishment will have exclusive control over the serving of any alcoholic beverages provided as a part of such food and beverage services.

3. We shall not sponsor or co-sponsor any function with any distributor of alcoholic beverages or brewing company, or lead its name to any activity or item, which significantly identifies a brewing company or its distributor.

4. The alcohol policy of Western Michigan University is also applied. This can be found in the Student Code handbook.

5. The alcohol policy of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority Inc. is also applied. This can be found in the Chapter Operations Manual secured by the Vice President of Chapter Operations.

6. The members of the Phi Chapter of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc. does not permit letters to be worn while consuming alcohol or under the influence. This applies at WMU, at other universities, in the state of Michigan as well as out of state.

ARTICLE XVI HAZING POLICY

18 1. Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority strictly forbids hazing, which is defined as: --any act or tradition that endangers the physical, mental or emotional well being of a associate and/or member; --request, encourages or suggests violation of city, country, state, or national law; --is mentally or physically degrading; --or request a personal or mental task of a associate and/or member, regardless of location, intent, or consent of participants.

2. Hazing corrupts the true meaning of sorority; it negates the values of loyalty, hope, trust, supportive friendships, kindness and compassion of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc.

3. Violation of the sorority’s hazing policy by a member or associate will result in a review of associate or membership or suspension, withdrawal or disestablishment of the chapter.

4. As an organization of Western Michigan University, we will also comply with the Hazing Policy of Western Michigan University. This is found in the Student Code handbook.

Article XVII State of Compliance

1. The organization will comply with all SALP and University policies, procedures, and practices and all local, state, and federal laws. 1

Revised 11/18/14 Scarlet Davis

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