Phi Gamma Nu Chapter Bylaws
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PHI GAMMA NU DELTA OMEGA CHAPTER BYLAWS 2 PHI GAMMA NU Co-Ed Professional Business Fraternity TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE 1. NAME 3 ARTICLE 2. OBJECTIVE AND PURPOSE 3 ARTICLE 3. VISION 3 ARTICLE 4. OFFICIAL INSIGNIA 4 ARTICLE 5. BECOMING A MEMBER 4 ARTICLE 6. MEMBERSHIP 6 ARTICLE 7. OFFICERS 13 ARTICLE 8. DUTIES OF OFFICERS 14 ARTICLE 9. COMMITTEES 17 ARTICLE 10. ELECTION OF OFFICERS 18 ARTICLE 11. VOTING 18 ARTICLE 12. MEETINGS 19 ARTICLE 13. FINANCES 19 ARTICLE 14. DISCIPLINE 21 ARTICLE 15. DRESSCODE 23 ARTICLE 16. PARLIAMENTARY AUTHORITY 23 ARTICLE 17. RATIFICATION 23 ARTICLE 18. DISSOLUTION 24 ARTICLE 19. AMENDMENT OF BYLAWS 24 ARTICLE 20. ORGANIZATION REGISTRATION 24 3 DELTA OMEGA CHAPTER BYLAWS The Delta Omega Chapter of Phi Gamma Nu is a group of united, committed, and loyal friends dedicated to exceeding the expectations of its members and alumni for a professional fraternity based on tradition, brotherhood, and pride. Article 1. Name Section 1.01 The name of this chapter shall be officially known as the Delta Omega Chapter of Phi Gamma Nu at the University of Pittsburgh. Article 2. Objectives and Purpose Section 2.01 The objectives of this professional fraternity shall be: 1) To foster the study of business among all university students within or outside the College of Business Administration and to promote professionalism throughout our organization; 2) To uphold the interest of our Alma Mater through the encouragement of high scholarship, participation in school activities, and the mutual advancement of social welfare; 3) To promote professional competency and understanding of global perspectives in business; 4) To further a high standard of commercial ethics and culture in civic and professional enterprises. Article 3. Vision Section 3.01 To this end, the Delta Omega Chapter of Phi Gamma Nu will strive to: 1) Provide students with the framework for group participation in campus, community, professional, and fraternity affairs; 2) Serve as a medium through which students with common professional interests can develop lasting relationships among themselves as well as with practicing professionals; 3) Encourage programs that stress the importance of high professional ethics, leadership standards, and exemplary practices; 4) Conduct extensive programs of speakers, tours, trips, forums, seminars, service projects, and research projects designed to broaden the professional experience of its members and the community; 5) Maintain an extensive alumni network aimed at providing members with future internship and employment opportunities. 4 Article 4. Official Insignia Section 4.01 Membership Badge. The membership badge must be obtained by the chapter for every initiate at the time of initiation. The badge may be of such kind and design as may be approved by the National Council. Section 4.02 Official Badge. The official badge of this fraternity shall consist of the Greek Letters Phi, Gamma, and Nu encircled by pearls and having one ruby in the corner of the Gamma. The significance of the emblems, the ruby, and pearls, shall be exemplified in the Ritual. Section 4.03 New Member Pins. The official pin shall be a true shield of cardinal red and gold. Section 4.04 Coat of Arms. The official coat of arms of this fraternity shall be designated in the Ritual. Section 4.05 Colors. The official colors of this fraternity shall be cardinal red and gold. Section 4.06 Flower. The official flower of this fraternity shall be the red rose. Section 4.07 Jewel. The official jewel of this fraternity shall be the ruby. Section 4.08 Banner. The official banner of this fraternity shall be a reproduction of the official coat of arms in colors on a field of red with the letters and crest of Phi Gamma Nu. The size of the banner shall be determined by the national council. Section 4.09 Other Official Insignia. Other official insignia of this fraternity shall be the Past President’s Crest, Recognition Pin, and Membership Certificates. Section 4.10 Ownership of Insignia. All official insignia and symbols shall remain under the control of the National Fraternity. Article 5. Becoming a Member Section 5.01 Qualifications for Membership. 1. Membership in Phi Gamma Nu is open to all full-time undergraduate students regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or ability. 2. Prospective members must not be members of any other business fraternity in direct competition with this fraternity and they must be able to 5 attend all required weekly new member meetings to qualify for membership. i. 3. No undergraduates in their senior and/or final year of college will be approved for membership. 4. Members must maintain a 2.5/4.0 GPA to remain an active Delta Omega brother. Section 5.02 New Members. 1. After a candidate for membership has been selected, the candidate shall be approached by the properly designated members of the chapter, who will inform the candidate of their invitation for membership. 2. Should the candidate accept, he/she will be initiated according to the pledge member ceremony of this fraternity. 3. Each pledge will go through a pledge process, no longer than a full semester, where they will be educated on the ways of the business world, the history and policies of Phi Gamma Nu and the Greek system as a whole. 4. Pledges will abide by the rules of the Pledge Manual as they go through the Pledge Process. 5. Each pledge shall be required to satisfactorily pass a national examination about the history, ideals, and values of Phi Gamma Nu before membership induction. 6. If after pledging the candidate should be proven unworthy of membership in Phi Gamma Nu, only prior to the written examination, the new member may be revoked by a 2/3 vote of members of the chapter. 7. As an incoming freshman, must have a 2.5 GPA through summer courses or by the end of the new member semester. If a 2.5 GPA is not achieved by the end of fall semester freshman year, this member will be put on an academic probation period for the course of the following semester. Standards board will then evaluate this member at the end of the semester and this member’s future position within the fraternity is under the discretion of Standards Board. Section 5.03 Election to Membership. A. Those applicants who have successfully completed the prescribed period of new membership, not exceeding one term, shall be eligible for election to membership in this fraternity. B. All elections to membership in this fraternity shall be voted on by the active members in good standing at a regular meeting or at a special meeting called for this purpose, prior to the written new membership exam. C. Two-thirds of all members in good standing present and voting is required for election to membership. 6 Section 5.04 New Membership and Recruitment. A. Phi Gamma Nu Delta Omega will hold recruitment every Fall and Spring semester. Recruitment is a week long process, in which selections for membership are made based upon engagement and participation in events planned by the recruitment chair, along with formal final interviews at the conclusion of the week. B. Any and all new members will be given full disclosure during recruitment, including but not limited to the disclosure of: 1. New Membership Manual 2. Schedule of New Member Events and Activities 3. A list of responsibilities 4. A definition of personal rights and a copy of the University Anti-Hazing Regulations, prescribed by the Office of Campus Activities C. All members, including but not limited to new members and recruits, reserve the right to refrain from participating in any activities without consequence based upon personal values, religious convictions, or moral reserve as defined by the member. D. Any and all interaction/activity between new members and/or members will be limited to guidelines stated by university policy, as well as local, state, and federal laws. Section 5.05 Initiation. To be eligible for induction a new member must: A. Be in good standing in all aspects with the administration of the University of Pittsburgh; B. Be paid up in all financial obligations of the chapter and the Fraternity; C. Have been elected to membership by a two-thirds vote of all members in good standing, present, and voting; D. Have passed the New Member Examination with a score of 80% or better. A new member receiving a lower score may take the exam a second time prior to the scheduled induction only if authorized by the New Member Educators due to extenuating circumstances. Every member of this fraternity regardless of classification must be inducted according to the provisions of the Ritual of Phi Gamma Nu and shall take the entire oath of allegiance as provided therein. Article 6. Membership Section 6.01 Membership Requirements. After becoming an inducted brother of the Delta Omega chapter of Phi Gamma Nu, a brother will be considered as 7 either an active or inactive member of the fraternity. Membership Requirements as determined by the University of Pittsburgh. 1. Membership is open to currently enrolled Pitt students as defined herein. 2. All members must accept and comply with all of the requirements and limitations of registration as a condition of membership. 3. Membership in the Delta Omega Chapter of Phi Gamma Nu is voluntary and all risk of personal injury, property damage or other losses that occur incidental to membership or participation in activities are assumed solely by the student organization and/or individual member(s) or non-member participant(s). Accordingly, the University of Pittsburgh, its officers and agents shall not be responsible nor liable for any claims or causes of action for damage or loss of property or personal injury of any kind or nature which may arise out of or are incidental to the conduct of any organization’s activities or that of any individual’s participation in any group-related activity.