Membership Contract Standards and Policy Compliance Statement

Chapter code of conduct

By assuming active membership status in the Beta Phi (LSU) chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon, each member agrees to the following code of conduct: 1. Be in full compliance with the Constitution and Bylaws of Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity (The Black Book), the bylaws of my affiliated chapter/colony, the rules and regulations of my institution, the policies and guidelines of TKE, the minimum standards of TKE, and any and all state, city, or county statutes or ordinances. 2. Be responsible for my own actions and not to engage in any conduct that could harm individuals in my local chapter, the Fraternity, or the general public. 3. To fully participating in all regularly scheduled meetings, ritual meetings as my membership status permits, recruitment activities, and all required chapter functions. 4. Keeping in confidence the business and rituals of Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity. 5. Being financially responsible and meeting all financial obligations in a prompt manner, upholding the Fraternity’s 30-60-90 day notification policy for the payment of delinquent accounts, making it a top priority to alert the chapter executive board and advisors if I need to make a payment plan in order to fulfill all financial obligations to the Fraternity, and if needed, I agree to letting the chapter release information regarding financial obligations to my parents and collection agencies. 6. Personally acting, and making sure my chapter acts, in direct accordance, at all times, with the Risk Management Guidelines & Alcohol Guidelines of TKE. 7. Treating myself and others with respect and will refrain from engaging in any form of disrespectful behavior or hazing whatsoever including the act of knowing about hazing and doing nothing to prevent it from occurring. 8. To fully adhering, and doing everything in my power to insure my chapter adheres to Tau Kappa Epsilon’s strict statement against hazing found in the Risk Management Guidelines.

Explicit agreement to comply with all University and chapter policies

By assuming active membership status in the Beta Phi (LSU) chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon, each member agrees to comply with all Louisiana State University and local and national chapter policies. 1 Other behavioral expectations

By assuming active membership status in the Beta Phi (LSU) chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon, each member agrees to live up to Tau Kappa Epsilon’s Vision, Mission, and Purpose. The Vision of Tau Kappa Epsilon is to create lifelong relationships that enhance educational, interpersonal, community and professional success. The Mission is to aid men in their mental, moral, and social development for life. The Purpose is to contribute to the advancement of society through the personal growth of our members, and service to others.

Consequences for related infractions at a minimum

If a member is found to be guilty of violating Louisiana State University and/or local and national policies/code of conduct, a member may be punished in the following ways: 1. Expel a collegiate or inactive member and direct him to surrender his badge and membership certificate. 2. Drop an alumnus member from the rolls. 3. Suspend the member for up to one year. 4. Place the member on probation under such conditions and for such time as the court deems appropriate. 5. Impose restrictions on the participation and conduct of the member in the Fraternity. 6. Direct the member to perform remedial or compensatory activities. 7. Impose other punishment as may be appropriate for the nature and severity of the violation for which the member was found guilty.

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