SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. LAMBDA LAMBDA CHAPTER BY-LAWS “A Non-Governmental Organization Associated with the United Nations Department of Public Information”
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Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated Lambda Lambda Chapter Texas A&M University Bylaws And Constitution Last Updated Spring 2015 Revised By: Soror Anne Marie Freeman SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. LAMBDA LAMBDA CHAPTER BY-LAWS “A Non-governmental Organization Associated with the United Nations Department of Public Information” 1173 TAMU College Station, TX Email: [email protected] www.SGRho.tamu.edu MISSION STATEMENT Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority’s aim is to enhance the quality of life within the community. Public service, leadership development and education of youth are the hallmark of the organization’s programs and activities. Sigma Gamma Rho addresses concerns that impact society educationally, civically, and economically. ARTICLE I NAME Section 101: Name The name of this local body shall be the Lambda Lambda Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated. ARTICLE II PURPOSE Section 201: National Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority’s aim is to enhance the quality of life within the community. Public service, leadership development and education of youth are the hallmark of the organization’s programs and activities. Sigma Gamma Rho addresses concerns that impact society educationally, civically, and economically. Section 202: Promotion To promote and support the National programs of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated through service to the community and by offering time, efforts, and presence to those in need. Section 203: Encouragement To encourage and promote higher scholastic achievement as well as personal development among the youth in the Bryan/College Station community and among fellow collegiate students. This information is the sole property of the Lambda Lambda Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Anything mentioned within this document is confidential and not to be shared with outside parties that are unaffiliated with Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated designated officials. SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. LAMBDA LAMBDA CHAPTER BY-LAWS “A Non-governmental Organization Associated with the United Nations Department of Public Information” 1173 TAMU College Station, TX Email: [email protected] www.SGRho.tamu.edu Section 204: Development To further develop individual leadership abilities and individual talents through the participation in sorority events and functions as well as through holding membership in the sorority. Section 205: Achievement To provide for and foster fulfillment of individual and group goals for collegiate achievements and accomplishments at the undergraduate level. Section 206: Unity To promote unity of action amongst women and various organizations on issues affecting the educational, cultural, economic, social, and civic life of those in the Bryan/College Station community. ARTICLE III MEMBERSHIP Section 301: Eligibility for membership To be eligible for membership: A. Undergraduate students must currently be enrolled as a FULL-TIME Texas A&M University student. a. Transfer students must be enrolled fulltime the semester prior to application for membership B. Prospective members must: a. Maintain a cumulative grade point average that is congruent with the National guidelines. b. Must conduct themselves in a manner that will not reflect negatively upon the sorority. Also, the prospect must be an asset to the chapter and show excellent discernment as well as professionalism. c. Attend Sigma Gamma Rho and National Pan-Hellenic Council events/programs d. Adhere to rules and regulations set by the University’s National Pan-Hellenic Council. i. Attend Mandatory Study Hours ii. Attend Mandatory Anti-Hazing Workshops e. Adhere to all student rules and regulations set by the University. f. Be in good financial standing and good conduct standing with the University. g. Must have good rapport with members of the chapter. This information is the sole property of the Lambda Lambda Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Anything mentioned within this document is confidential and not to be shared with outside parties that are unaffiliated with Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated designated officials. SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. LAMBDA LAMBDA CHAPTER BY-LAWS “A Non-governmental Organization Associated with the United Nations Department of Public Information” 1173 TAMU College Station, TX Email: [email protected] www.SGRho.tamu.edu Section 302: Intake Membership Intake will occur in the fall and/or spring semester(s) at the discretion of current Lambda Lambda Chapter members. All members of the Lambda Lambda Chapter at Texas A&M University must have their TORCH training updated every year or as mandated by Nationals. All membership intake calendars shall be sent no later than ONE MONTH before Rush. Section 303: Maintaining Active Status A member will become inactive for the duration of the semester if she: A. Withdraws from the University or is suspended from the University. B. Is not in good financial standing on a local, regional, or national level. C. Is not in good conduct standing on a local, regional, or national level. D. Has a GPA below the national standard. E. Does not actively participate in Lambda Lambda chapter business, which includes missing more than 5 Sorority and Chapter mandated activities a semester. F. Does not attend a minimum of at least 5 formal meetings during a given semester. ARTICLE IV FEES AND DUES Section 401: Dues and Assessments The chapter shall pay the following dues in a timely manner that is in alignment with the deadlines set by Nationals for both Sigma Gamma Rho and the University’s National Pan-Hellenic Council. A. National B. Regional C. National Pan-Hellenic Council (Either one full payment or two separate payments) This information is the sole property of the Lambda Lambda Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Anything mentioned within this document is confidential and not to be shared with outside parties that are unaffiliated with Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated designated officials. SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. LAMBDA LAMBDA CHAPTER BY-LAWS “A Non-governmental Organization Associated with the United Nations Department of Public Information” 1173 TAMU College Station, TX Email: [email protected] www.SGRho.tamu.edu Section 402: Deadlines Each member must pay their local, regional, and national dues in accordance to the following schedule. All payments should be made out to the Chapter so that the Grammateus and Tamiochus can send one payment on behalf of all chapter members. Also, so the Anti-Basileus and Anti-Grammateus can send out one remittance form on behalf of all chapter members. The newly elected Basileus and Anti-Basileus alongside the Grammateus and Tamiochus will notify chapter members of specific dates and costs at the last meeting of the year. A. National Dues – No later than the third Monday in August B. Regional Dues – No later than the third Monday in August C. Local Dues – No later than the third Monday in August D. Chapter Dues – No later than the third Monday in August a. Chapter dues are not to be lower than $50 per member and shall not exceed $125. E. National Pan-Hellenic Council Dues – No later than the required council retreat. Section 403: Accounts Chapter dues are to be deposited in a separate account than the one that the university provides for activities fee monies. Section 404: Chapter Funds and Dues It is the responsibility of each member to pay for their local, regional, and national dues. No chapter funds can be allocated to pay for any member’s local, regional, and/or National dues. Section 405: Consequences for failure to pay If local, regional, or national dues are not paid, activity in the chapter is prohibited. If a newly elected officer fails to pay, then they lose their position and become inactive. Section 406: Late Fees and Fines Any tardy payments will assess a $15 late fee for each week that it is late. These late charges go directly to the chapter and are to be used on Chapter events. The fine caps at 8 weeks and at that point those who have failed to pay will be deemed inactive. This information is the sole property of the Lambda Lambda Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Anything mentioned within this document is confidential and not to be shared with outside parties that are unaffiliated with Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated designated officials. SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. LAMBDA LAMBDA CHAPTER BY-LAWS “A Non-governmental Organization Associated with the United Nations Department of Public Information” 1173 TAMU College Station, TX Email: [email protected] www.SGRho.tamu.edu ARTICLE V OFFICERS AND DUTIES Section 501: Selection The officers of the Lambda Lambda Chapter at Texas A&M University shall be elected, in April of each school year, TO ONE-YEAR TERMS WITH A LIMIT OF TWO CONSECUTIVE TERMS. In special circumstances, the constitution may be suspended to allow for members to run for a position if they are graduating in the fall. To be considered, members must be in good financial and conduct standing on the Local, Regional, and National level while maintaining the GPA requirement as dictated by Nationals. It is not required for every position to be filled and it is at the discretion of current and returning chapter members. They may also choose to split certain positions amongst members or add more positions to the ones listed below as they see fit. Section 502: Duties Basileus (President) A. To be eligible for Basileus, candidates must be a member of the Lambda Lambda Chapter at Texas A&M University for at least ONE FULL YEAR unless unforeseen circumstances occur or there are no members who have accumulated that status. This position is typically fulfilled by the Anti-Basileus from the previous school year. This person should have strong leadership and conflict resolutions skills as well as the knowledge of how the chapter functions within itself and in relation to Nationals, the National Pan- Hellenic Council, and Texas A&M University.