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THE CONSTITUTION, BY-LAWS AND RULES OF THE GAMMA CHAPTER OF THE KAPPA SIGMA FRATERNITY

Approved as to form and content on the dates shown hereinbelow:

BY: Grand Master Date:

BY: Grand Procurator Date:

BY: Grand Master of Ceremonies Date:

BY: Grand Scribe Date:

BY: Grand Treasurer Date:

BY: Alumnus Advisor Date: Constitution of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity

PREAMBLE

Whereas the true and honorable good of its members should be the final object of every organization; therefore, we, believing the promotion of friendship and brotherly feeling to be such a good, do hereby organize the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

ARTICLE I Name and Location

The principal location of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity (hereinafter “Gamma”, “Chapter”, or “Fraternity”), an unincorporated association, shall be located at Louisiana State University in the city of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

ARTICLE II Authorization and Priority

The Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity are established in accordance with the Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. They are supplementary to, and in conformity with, the same. In the event of a conflict between the Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, the latter shall control. In the event of a conflict between the Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Louisiana State University Code of Conduct, its policies, or Interfraternity Council of Louisiana State University policies, the latter shall control.

ARTICLE III Membership

Section 1. Classes of Members. The Gamma Chapter shall have two classes of members, Active and New Members.

1. Active Members. An active member shall be defined as a member, duly initiated into Gamma Chapter, who is currently enrolled as a full- time undergraduate student at Louisiana State University. An active member shall not be on academic probation, and must be current on his financial obligations to the Chapter.

2. New Members. A new member shall be defined as a member, duly pledged into Gamma Chapter, who is currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at Louisiana State University. A new member shall not be on academic probation, and must be current on his financial obligations to the Chapter.

ARTICLE IV Officers

Section 1. Executive Officers. The Executive Officers of the Gamma Chapter shall be Grand Master, Grand Procurator, Grand Master of Ceremonies, Grand Scribe, and Grand Treasurer. The Executive Officers may use alternate titles as they deem necessary, such as President, Vice President, Second Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. No person shall hold more than one of such offices simultaneously.

Section 2. Election and Term of Office. The Executive Officers shall be elected by the Gamma Chapter in the manner provided in the By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. The terms of office for all Executive Officers shall be one year, or until their successors are installed.

Section 3. Qualifications. No one shall be an Executive Officer of this Chapter unless he has been duly initiated for a full academic semester prior to the election of the Executive Officers. No person shall be elected for an Executive Officer position if he is scheduled to graduate before the completion of the school term for which he would be elected. All persons seeking nomination for an Executive Officer position must be ritually proficient of at least one level, and in the office he intends to hold.

Section 4. Duties. The powers and duties of the Executive Officers shall be:

1. The Grand Master shall be the Chief Officer of the Gamma Chapter and shall preside over all chapter meetings.

2. The Grand Procurator shall be the officer of the Gamma Chapter responsible for matters of organization and discipline.

3. The Grand Master of Ceremonies shall be the officer of the Gamma Chapter responsible for matters of ceremony and secret work.

4. The Grand Scribe shall be the secretary of the Gamma Chapter and the officer responsible for keeping a complete record of all Acts, Orders, and Decrees of the Executive Officers.

5. The Grand Treasurer shall be the officer of the Gamma Chapter responsible for custody and disbursement of all funds of the Gamma Chapter.

6. Each Executive Officer shall have such other and further powers and shall perform such other and further duties as may be provided by this Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

7. The Executive Officers may delegate duties to other members of the Gamma Chapter in order to carry out the objectives of the Chapter.

Section 5 Expenses. The Executive Officers shall serve without salary but shall be entitled to all reasonable expenses actually incurred by them in the discharge of their duties.

Section 6 Removal from Office. Any Executive Officer of Gamma Chapter may be removed during his term of office if he be proven guilty of any felony, misappropriates any Chapter Funds, reveals Fraternity secrets, fails to perform the duties of his office, or by acts or words brings dishonor upon the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity; and this removal may be made either by a unanimous vote of the Executive Officers, the officer under charges not voting, with the endorsement of the Alumnus Advisor, or by four-fifths (80%) vote of all active members present, voting, and in good standing, and not otherwise.

Section 7 Vacancies – How Filled. In case of the death, expulsion, resignation, removal from office, or disability of any Executive Officer, other than the Grand Master, before his term of office shall have expired, the Grand Master, with the concurrence of two (2) other Executive Officers, shall appoint an active member of the Gamma Chapter to fill the vacancy thus caused; and in the event of a vacancy being caused in the office of Grand Master by virtue of any of the above-mentioned causes of this section, the Grand Procurator shall become the Grand Master of the Gamma Chapter; and if by virtue of any of the above- mentioned causes of this section the offices of Grand Master and Grand Procurator both become vacant, then the Grand Master of Ceremonies shall become the Grand Master of the Gamma Chapter. In the case of the temporary disability of any of the Executive Officers of the Gamma Chapter not exceeding two (2) months, the Executive Officers may appoint an Interim Executive Member to fill the vacancy. In the case of simultaneous death, expulsion, resignation, removal from office, or disability of the Grand Master, Grand Procurator, and Grand Master of Ceremonies, a special Chapter Meeting shall be called by the remaining Executive Officers or Officer to elect their successors.

Section 8 Other Officers. The Gamma Chapter shall elect and appoint such other Officers as may from time to time be provided in the By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

ARTICLE V The Executive Committee

Section 1 Composition and Officers. The Executive Committee shall consist of the five Executive Officers of the Gamma Chapter, the Alumnus Advisor of Gamma Chapter, and the Assistant Alumnus Advisor of Gamma Chapter; the Grand Master shall be its Chairman.

Section 2 Purpose. The Executive Committee shall be the governing body of the Gamma Chapter, and shall enforce this Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Section 3 Duties and Powers. The Executive Committee shall have power to make any rules and regulations not inconsistent with this Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Article VI Legislation

Section 1 Process. The legislative process shall be as followed. I. Written proposal is placed in the Grand Scribe’s box. II. Author(s) of proposal is recognized during new business at the next chapter meeting III. Author reads proposal before the chapter IV. Proposal is assigned to appropriate committee by the Grand Master V. Committee debates proposal in their committee meeting before the next chapter meeting VI. After the committee takes action, the proposal is returned to the Grand Scribe’s box for appropriate reporting to the chapter VII. Author(s) of proposal is recognized during old business at the next chapter meeting and the proposal is debated VIII. If passed the proposal is sent to the Executive Committee for approval and signature IX. The GM will have the authority to veto any legislation or rule or regulation. X. Any veto from the GM will return to the chapter for a possible veto override by a three-fourths vote. XI. If approved the proposal will be enacted

ARTICLE VI Meetings

Section 1 Executive Committee Meetings. Executive Committee meetings of the Gamma Chapter shall be held no less often than once weekly during the fall and spring academic semester, and no less than once every three (3) weeks not during the fall and spring academic semester. Executive Committee meetings of the Gamma Chapter shall be held prior to each regular Chapter meeting, for the purpose of discussing and planning the agenda of said regular Chapter meeting. A written, electronic, or voice message stating the place, day, and time of each Executive Committee meeting shall be sent to all members of the Executive Committee no less than twelve (12) hours prior to each Executive Committee meeting.

Section 2 Regular Chapter Meetings. Regular meetings of the Gamma Chapter Active Members shall be held no less often than once weekly during the fall and spring academic semesters. Regular meetings of the Gamma Chapter membership shall be held for the purpose of conducting official Chapter business. At least two (2) regular meetings of the Gamma Chapter Active Members per month during the fall and spring academic semesters shall be in ritual, formal, form. A written, electronic, or voice message stating the place, day, time, and formality of each meeting shall be posted at least twelve (12) hours prior to each regular Chapter meeting.

Section 3 Regular New Member Meetings. Regular meetings of the Gamma Chapter New Members shall be held no less often than once weekly during the fall and spring semesters. Regular meetings of the Gamma Chapter New Members shall be held for the purpose of dispensing information amongst the New Members, and the conducting of official New Member business. A written, electronic, or voice message stating the place, day, time and formality of each meeting shall be posted at least twelve (12) hours prior to each regular New Member meeting.

Section 4 Special Chapter Meetings. A special meeting of the Active Members of the Gamma Chapter may be called in two ways.

1. By a Majority vote of the Executive Committee at a duly constituted meeting of the Executive Committee

2. By petition presented to any member of the Executive Committee signed by a minimum of one-fifth (20%) of the Chapter membership in good standing.

Section 5 Special Executive Committee Meetings. Any member of the Executive Committee may call a special meeting of the Executive Committee of the Gamma Chapter for urgent decision-making. All members of the Executive Committee of the Gamma Chapter must be notified by written, electronic, or voice message stating the place, day, and time of the special meeting at least thirty (30) minutes prior to said meeting. It is the duty of the Grand Master to see that all members of the Executive Committee failing to be in attendance of a special meeting must be given a report of all business and decisions that occurred in a timely manner (at the earliest time possible).

Section 6 Quorum. A quorum must be present at all meetings to conduct official business of the Gamma Chapter. The Grand Master shall request and the Grand Scribe shall verify that a quorum is present at every meeting. A roll call may be called for from the floor.

1. Quorum at any Chapter meeting shall be one-half plus one of all Active Members present, and in good standing.

2. Quorum at any Executive Committee meeting shall be four (4) Executive Officers, whereas the Grand Master is one of said Officers present.

ARTICLE VII Committees

Section 1 Types of Committees. Gamma Chapter shall have two types of committees, standing committees and ad hoc, or special committees.

Section 2 Composition of Standing Committees. Every standing committee of the Gamma Chapter shall have at least five (5), and no more than nine (9) voting members. Every standing committee of the Gamma Chapter shall have at least one representative from the sophomore, junior, and senior classes, as well as one New Member on all committees deemed necessary by the Executive Committee. Each standing committee shall have a Committee Chairman.

Section 3 Composition of Ad Hoc Committees. An ad hoc committee may be formed, and discontinued, for any reason, at any time, by a majority of the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee shall determine the number and representation of voting members of any ad hoc committee. Each ad hoc committee shall have a Committee Chairman.

Section 4 Committee Chairmen. The Executive Committee shall choose a Committee Chairman for each standing committee from the Active Members of the Gamma Chapter. All Committee Chairmen will be responsible for fulfilling their duties as outlined in the Rules of Order of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and for reporting all committee business to the Executive Committee weekly during the fall and spring academic semesters.

Section 5 Duties and Responsibilities of Standing Committees. The duties and responsibilities of all standing committees are enumerated in the By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

ARTICLE VIII Finances

The Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity shall have the power to levy any sum or sums of money upon its Active Members or New Members as a membership or new membership fee, respectively.

Section 1 Fees. Fees payable to Kappa Sigma Fraternity shall be assessed and paid in accordance with the Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Section 2 Deposits. All funds of the Gamma Chapter shall be deposited by the Grand Treasurer in reasonable time to the credit of the Chapter in such banks, trust accounts, credit unions, or such other depositories which the Executive Committee may direct.

Section 3 Checks and Drafts. All checks, drafts, or orders for the payment of money, or other indebtedness are to be signed by not less than two (2) Executive Officers among the Grand Treasurer, Grand Master, and Grand Procurator.

Section 4 Records. The Chapter shall keep correct, complete, and current records of all accounts containing Chapter funds. Any Active Member of the Chapter, the House Corporation, or the Alumnus Advisor(s) may inspect all records at any time, upon request.

Section 5 Contracts. The Executive Committee and/or Alumnus Advisor(s) must authorize any officer(s) to or agent(s) of the Gamma Chapter to enter into contracts on behalf of Gamma Chapter.

Section 6 Gifts. The Executive Committee may accept donations on behalf of the Gamma Chapter of any contribution or gift for the general welfare or for nay specific purpose of the Gamma Chapter.

Section 7 Budget. The Executive Committee, acting upon recommendation of the Finance Committee and with the approval of the Alumnus Advisor(s), shall present a proposed budget at the first Chapter meeting of each fall and spring academic semester. The budget shall be strictly adhered to.

Section 8 Assessments of Dues. Dues will be determined by the final budget passed. All Active and New Members shall pay their dues by the deadlines established by the Finance Committee.

Section 9 Delinquent Accounts. Delinquent accounts shall be handled in the manner provided in the Rules of Order of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Section 10 Special Assessments. The Finance Committee may recommend a special assessment to the Executive Committee for approval when the approved budget does not allocate enough funds for such activity.

Section 11 Fines. Members of the Standards Committee, after reaching a consensus on a matter, shall have the power to fine members for, but are not limited to, the following infractions:

1. Damages or fines incurred by the Chapter due to inappropriate behavior.

2. Unexcused absences from Chapter functions.

3. And any and all actions deemed conduct unbecoming.

4. Financial Delinquency

ARTICLE IX Standing Functions and Awards

Section 1 Chapter Retreat. The Chapter shall hold at least one retreat in the spring academic semester, following chapter elections of the Executive Committee. Attendance at the retreat shall be mandatory for all Active Members.

Section 2 Founder’s Day Celebration. A Founder’s Day Celebration shall be held in the spring academic semester. The following awards, as appropriate, shall be given during this celebration:

1. The John B. Staples, Jr. Alumnus of the Year Award- This award shall be presented to the alumnus who has demonstrated significant service to the Chapter over the previous year. (May or may not be awarded annually).

2. The Michael Langley Brother of the Year Award- This award shall be presented to the brother who most nearly demonstrated the highest example of brotherhood and contributed the most to the success of the Chapter over the previous year. All Chapter members in good standing are eligible for this award by secret ballot. No member shall receive this award more than once.

3. The E. Bradford Holbrook Outstanding New Member Award- This award shall be given to the New Member who most ideally demonstrates the words of the “Star and Crescent”, and otherwise goes above and beyond the call of duty. All New Members who are in good standing are eligible for this award by secret ballot.

4. Community Service Award- This award shall be presented to the brother who has demonstrated the highest level of commitment and enthusiasm for the Chapter and has implemented community service projects on behalf of the Gamma Chapter over the previous year. All members in good standing are eligible for this award by secret ballot.

ARTICLE X Amendments

No Amendment shall be made to this Constitution without a vote of four-fifths (80%) passage by all members, present, voting, and in good standing, of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Section 1. Form of Amendments Proposals. Amendments, deletions, or additions proposed to this Constitution shall be introduced, by the Author, first on the floor of a regular or special meeting of the Active Chapter Membership. The proposed amendment shall be in writing and filed with the Grand Scribe after being read into the minutes by the member proposing the change. There shall be neither discussion on the proposal, nor any amendments offered thereto at the meeting wherein the measure is first introduced. The Grand Master shall refer the proposal to the Standards and Judiciary Committee.

Section 2. Discussion, Amendment and Vote on Amendment Proposals. At the next regular or special Chapter meeting, the Grand Procurator shall read the proposed Amendment to the membership. The Author of the amendment shall have his opening remarks about the legislation, and then may accept and answer questions about the legislation. General Debate shall open, and any amendments to the amendment may be entertained and debated on. A vote of two-thirds (66%) of the membership present, voting, and in good standing, in favor of the amendment shall be required to amend the initial amendment. A four-fifths (80%) vote of the membership present, voting, and in good standing shall be required for approval of any amendment, deletion, or addition to this Constitution.

By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity

ARTICLE I Membership Retention

Section 1. Scholastic Requirements. The scholastic requirements of all members of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity shall be as follows:

1. The minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) required by a New Member for the purpose of initiation shall be a 2.25 on a 4.0 scale while carrying a minimum of twelve (12) hours, during his pledge semester. If the GPA required is not earned, the New Member in question shall be denied initiation.

2. The minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) required by an Active Member for the purpose of membership retention shall be a cumulative 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. If the GPA required is not earned, the Active Member in question shall be suspended for one academic semester, and his grades shall be reviewed at the end of the suspension.

3. The Grand Procurator shall continuously monitor the Grade Point Average of every member closely. If any Active Member, at any time fails to meet these scholastic requirements, he shall be immediately suspended from the Chapter, and shall not attend any Chapter event, but shall continue to pay all dues and insurance required by IMH. When a suspended member has complied with the scholastic requirements, he shall be allowed to attend Chapter events, and pay all required dues. If a suspended member refuses to pay his dues and insurance required by IMH, he shall be brought up on expulsion charges for financial delinquency.

Section 2. Proficiency Requirements. All Active Members of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity shall be required to become ritually proficient of at least one level within ninety (90) days of their initiation. If any member fails to meet these proficiency requirements, he shall be immediately suspended from the Chapter, and shall not attend any Chapter event, but shall continue to pay all dues and insurance required by IMH. When a suspended member has complied with the proficiency requirements, he shall be allowed to attend Chapter events, and pay all required dues. If a suspended member refuses to pay his dues and insurance required by IMH, he shall be brought up on expulsion charges for financial delinquency.

Section 3. Community Service. Each Active Member and New Member shall complete a minimum number of chapter-approved community service hours, set forth by Kappa Sigma Fraternity’s program “A Greater Cause”. Coordination of approved community service projects shall be administered through the office of the Grand Scribe and the Community Service Committee. Any Active, or New, Member failing to comply with these community service requirements shall incur a fine of $10 per hour, for every unperformed, required hour of community service.

ARTICLE II Prohibited Practices

All Active Members and New Members shall strictly adhere to the following policies and practices, the violation of which shall result in possible suspension from the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and which may lead to expulsion from the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Section 1. Hazing. Any Active Member or New Member involved in or with hazing, as defined in the Kappa Sigma Fraternity Code of Conduct, shall be immediately suspended, and referred to the Alumnus Advisor(s) for possible expulsion from the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. Any Active Member or New Member suspected of hazing shall be referred to the Executive Committee and Alumni Advisor(s) for inquiry and determination of whether the member has failed to comply with the prohibitions contained in the Kappa Sigma Fraternity Code of Conduct. The obligation to refer violations to the Executive Committee is an affirmative obligation of each Active Member and New Member, and the failure to report hazing can lead to suspension and possible expulsion from the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Section 2. Destructive Behavior. Any Active Member or New Member who instigates fighting or intentionally engages in destructive behavior shall be referred to the Standards Committee. Destructive behavior includes, but is not limited to the following:

1. Breaking windows of the Fraternity House. 2. Kicking in doors of the Fraternity House. 3. Kicking or punching holes in the walls of the Fraternity house. 4. Damaging any carpet of the Fraternity House. 5. Tearing up the Fraternity House’s yard(s). 6. Removing Chapter consumables from Fraternity premises, without the permission of the Executive Committee. 7. Removing any kitchen or dining equipment from Fraternity premises, without the permission of the Executive Committee. 8. Breaking bottles on the Fraternity premises.

Section 3. Drug, Alcohol and Controlled Substances Abuse. Any Active Member or New Member that engages in practices conflicting with the Kappa Sigma Fraternity Code of Conduct shall be immediately referred to the Executive Committee for possible suspension and/or expulsion from the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

ARTICLE III Membership Voting Rights

Section 1. Voting on Chapter Membership. Every Active Member of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, present and in good standing, shall have the right to vote on all matters concerning membership, without exceptions.

Section 2. Voting on Chapter Business. Every Active Member of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, present and in good standing shall have the right to vote on all matters concerning Chapter business.

Section 3. Definition of Good Standing. Good standing shall be defined as:

1. Being current on all financial obligations to the Chapter. 2. Having no more than three (3) absences of regular meetings of the Gamma Chapter Active Members per semester. 3. Any member having more than three absences may have their good standing reinstated by paying a fifty (50) dollar fine per meeting, and achieving a new level of ritual proficiency.

ARTICLE IV Chapter Organization

The organization of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity shall be defined by the following:

Section 1. Executive Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Executive Committee shall consist of the five Executive Officers of the Gamma Chapter, the Alumnus Advisor of Gamma Chapter, and the Assistant Alumnus Advisor of Gamma Chapter; the Grand Master shall be its Chairman. 2. Purpose- The Executive Committee shall be the governing body of the Gamma Chapter, and shall enforce this Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. 3. Duties and Powers- The Executive Committee shall have power to make any rules and regulations not inconsistent with this Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Section 2. Alumni Relations Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Alumni Relations Chairman shall head this committee, and the Grand Master of Ceremonies shall sit Ex-Officio. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Alumni Relations Committee shall foster and maintain relations with Kappa Sigma alumni, and the parents of the Gamma Chapter Membership. 3. Duties and Powers- This committee, in conjunction with the Grand Master of Ceremonies, shall develop a yearly manual of operation and duties to be approved by the Executive Committee no later than the first formal meeting of the fall semester. This manual shall include the publishing of a quarterly alumni newsletter, and the hosting of the annual Founder’s Day Banquet and Homecoming celebrations.

Section 3. Brotherhood Development Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Brotherhood Development Chairman shall head this committee, and the Grand Master of Ceremonies shall sit Ex- Officio. New Members may not sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Brotherhood Development Committee, along with the Grand Master of Ceremonies, shall carry out the Brotherhood Development Program of the Gamma Chapter. 3. Duties and Powers- This committee, along with the Grand Master of Ceremonies, shall develop a yearly Brotherhood Development Program, including a New Member Program, to be approved by the Executive Committee no later than one week prior to Formal Rush. Section 4. Community Service Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Community Service Chairman shall head this committee, and the Grand Scribe shall sit Ex-Officio. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Community Service Committee shall organize and coordinate service projects to be carried out by the Chapter membership. 3. Duties and Powers- This committee, shall develop a yearly manual of operations and duties to be approved by the Executive Committee no later than the first formal meeting of the fall semester.

Section 5. Finance Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Grand Treasure shall head this committee, and the Grand Master and Alumni Advisor shat sit Ex-Officio. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Finance Committee shall create the financial policies and budget of the Gamma Chapter. This committee shall be responsible for continuously working towards a goal of maintaining the good financial standing of the Gamma Chapter, and insuring that only financial practices and policies which are in the in the best interest of the Chapter be followed. 3. Duties and Powers- This committee shall determine the dues requirements, of the Active and New Membership on a semester basis, and report the same to the Executive Committee, to be approved by the Active Membership prior to each semester of implementation.

Section 6. Fundraising Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Fundraising Chairman shall head this committee, and the Grand Treasurer shall sit Ex-Officio. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Fundraising Committee shall be responsible for funds that the Chapter receives from events focused on raising money for the Chapter. 3. Duties and Powers- This committee shall plan events, which will raise funds for the Chapter, and shall keep records of these funds for monitoring purposes.

Section 7. Historical Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Historical Chairman shall head this committee, and the Grand Scribe shall sit Ex-Officio. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Historical Committee shall be responsible for keeping records of activities within the Chapter. 3. Duties and Powers- This committee shall conduct, but is not limited to the following: pictures of sporting events and social function, written captions or descriptions involving the Chapter’s development over the course of its existence, the development of some form of photo album or scrapbook containing this information, and the scheduling and directing of the Chapter Composite operations.

Section 8. Intramural Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Intramural Chairman shall head this committee. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Intramural Committee shall be responsible for all intramural activities of the Gamma Chapter. 3. Duties and Powers- This committee shall register all teams of all sports in which the Chapter competes, and shall have the power to place members on teams as it sees fit. This committee shall be responsible for posting a weekly notice, written or electronic, of all intramural activities in which the Chapter is involved.

Section 9. Philanthropy Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Philanthropy Chairman shall head this committee, and the Grand Treasurer shall sit Ex-Officio. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Philanthropy Committee shall be responsible for overseeing all philanthropic events in which the Chapter is hosting. 3. Duties and Powers- This Committee shall develop a yearly manual of operation and duties to be approved by the Executive Committee no later than one month prior to the first planned philanthropic event. This manual shall include at least one philanthropic event per semester. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee.

Section 10. Public Relations. 1. Composition and Officers- The Public Relation Chairman shall head this committee, and the Grand Scribe shall sit Ex-Officio. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Public Relations Committee shall be responsible for any outgoing information to be viewed by the public or the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. 3. Duties and Powers- This Committee shall develop articles about all issues concerning the Gamma Chapter for print in newspapers or magazines, advertisements, and/or newsletters. This Committee shall also organize and direct the annual Chancellor’s Breakfast.

Section 11. Risk Management Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Risk Management Chair shall head this committee, and the Grand Procurator shall sit Ex-Officio. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Risk Management Committee shall be responsible for all events or situations which some form of risk or liability is involved. 3. Duties and Powers- This Committee shall work, in collaboration with, the Grand Procurator and other Executive Committee Officers to maintain a safe environment during all Chapter events. This committee shall be responsible for the filing of all necessary documents, and scheduling of all necessary security personnel for all social functions of the Gamma Chapter. This committee shall be responsible for scheduling all necessary seminars for the purpose of assessment.

Section 12. Ritual Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Grand Master of Ceremonies shall head this committee, and the Grand Master shall sit Ex-Officio. New Members shall never attend any meeting of this committee. 2. Purpose- The Ritual Committee shall serve as the Gamma Chapter’s competition Ritual Team. 3. Duties and Powers- This committee shall be responsible for the memorization and perfect execution of the Ritual. To maintain, and replace when needed, any ritual tools, or objects.

Section 13. Rush Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Rush Chairman shall head this committee, and the Grand Master of Ceremonies shall sit Ex-Officio. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Rush Committee shall be responsible for all matters concerning the recruitment of potential members. 3. Duties and Powers- This Committee shall be responsible for all rush coordination and rush functions, including spring, summer, and fall rush. This committee shall keep detailed records of all rushees, and their attendance at Chapter events. This committee, in conjunction with the Executive Committee, shall develop a yearly manual of operation and duties to be approved by the Executive Committee no later than one month following the appointment of a new Rush Chairman.

Section 14. Scholarship Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Scholarship Chairman shall head this committee, and the Grand Procurator shall sit Ex-Officio. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Scholarship Committee shall be responsible for carrying out the Scholarship Program of the Gamma Chapter. 3. Duties and Powers- This committee shall assist the Grand Procurator in the monitoring of all members scholastic status, as well as the promulgation of regulations regarding scholarship. This committee, in conjunction with the Grand Procurator, shall develop a yearly manual of operation and duties to be approved by the Executive Committee no later than one week prior to the fall academic semester.

Section 15. Social Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Social Chairman shall head this committee, and the Grand Treasurer shall sit Ex-Officio. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Social Committee shall be responsible for organization and coordination of all social functions of the Gamma Chapter. 3. Duties and Powers- This committee shall present the Chapter with plans for social events, and the Chapter must approve these plans before any social event may take place. This committee, with the approval of the Chapter may use and dispense of all funds designated for the Social Committee, in the manner that it sees fit. This committee, in conjunction with the Grand Treasurer, shall develop a semester manual of operation and duties to be approved by the Chapter no later than one week prior to the first planned social event.

Section 16. Standards and Judiciary Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Standards and Judiciary Committee shall be composed of a total of five (5) members, two (2) Executive Committee appointed members, the two (2) elected Guards, and the Grand Procurator. The Grand Procurator shall head this committee. New Members may not sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The Standards and Judiciary Committee shall be the judiciary body over all Active and New Members of the Gamma Chapter. 3. Duties and Powers- This committee shall deal with any instances of non- compliance with the general orders of the Executive Committee, or the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, or the Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, or the general orders of the Supreme Executive Committee. This committee shall have the power to penalize the Membership of the Gamma Chapter in any way that it may seem fit, with the exception of suspension and expulsion.

Section 17. T-Shirt Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The T-Shirt Chairman shall chair this committee, and the Grand Treasurer shall sit Ex-Officio. New Members may sit as non-voting members on this committee. 2. Purpose- The T-Shirt Committee shall be responsible for coordinating the ordering for all t-shirts or favors that may be included with an event. 3. Duties and Powers- This Committee shall have full power to make deadlines for the ordering of all t-shirts or favors. The prices of all t-shirts and favors shall be gathered and approved by the Executive Committee before the posting of any order for these objects.

Section 18. Housing Committee. 1. Composition and Officers- The Housing Committee shall be composed of a total of five (5) members, the House Manager, the Supper Steward, and one (1) member from each wing of the house, selected from the residents of that wing of the house of the house (North wing, East wing, and South wing, whereas wings are designated by which wall a door exists upon). The House Manager shall chair this committee, and the Grand Master shall sit Ex- Officio. 2. Purpose- The Housing Committee shall be responsible for gathering a consensus among the residents of the George H. Raymond House, to be the voice of the Chapter to the House Corporation. 3. Duties and Powers- This committee shall have the power to set forth any set of House Rules and Practices, to be approved by the Executive Committee. This committee shall be responsible for the enforcement of its rules and practices, and may refer a member to the Executive Committee for violation of its rules and practices.

ARTICLE V Election and Appointment of Officers and Chairmen

Section 1. Executive Committee Elections. All eligible members seeking the office of Grand Master, Grand Procurator, Grand Master of Ceremonies, Grand Scribe, or Grand Treasurer shall be nominated in a formal Chapter meeting during the first week of April, Spring Break allowing. The above-mentioned positions shall be elected the following week with the exception of Spring Break, in a formal Chapter meeting. Nominations must stand at least one week prior to elections, with the exception of the case of all but one of the nominees withdrawing from an election, in which case, nominations may be reopened, and the election must immediately follow. A transition period of two (2) weeks shall be instituted beginning after elections. The Officers-Elect shall be installed and preside over Chapter affairs beginning immediately following this transition period.

Section 2. Other Elected Officers. The Election of Guards, House Manager, and Supper Steward shall follow the same manner as the Executive Officers. However, in the case of the House Manager and Supper Steward, their term shall not begin until the end of the Spring Semester.

Section 3. Appointment of Chairmen. 1. All Committee Chairmen, with the exception of the Rush Chairman, and the Social Chairman, shall be appointed by the Executive Committee no later than the final regular Chapter meeting of the spring academic semester. 2. Members seeking the office of Rush Chairman shall be nominated at the first regular Chapter meeting following the “Pledging In” of all fall New Members. The Grand Scribe shall record these names, and the Executive Committee shall conduct interviews of all of the nominees during the following week. At the following Chapter meeting, the Grand Master shall present the Chapter with a minimum of two (2), and a maximum of three (3) names for the Chapter to vote on. In the event of the nomination of only one person, the Executive Committee may extend the term of nominations one (1) week with the approval of the majority of the Chapter. In the event that there is still only one nominee, after the extension of the nomination time period, the nominee shall be appointed by default. 3. Members seeking the office of Social Chairman shall be nominated at the first regular Chapter meeting following “Spring Break”. The Grand Scribe shall record these names, and the Executive Committee shall conduct interviews of all of the nominees during the following week. At the following Chapter meeting, the Grand Master shall present the Chapter with a minimum of two (2), and a maximum of three (3) names for the Chapter to vote on. The Social Chairman-Elect shall not take office until the end of the spring semester, although, during this transition period, he must do whatever is necessary to plan for the next year. In the event of the nomination of only one person, the Executive Committee may extend the term of nominations one (1) week with the approval of the majority of the Chapter. In the event that there is still only one nominee, after the extension of the nomination time period, the nominee shall be appointed by default.

ARTICLE VI Terms of Office for Officers and Chairmen

Section 1. Executive Officers. The terms of office for all Executive Officers shall be one year, or until their successors are installed.

Section 2. Removal from Office. Any Executive Officer of Gamma Chapter may be removed during his term of office if he be proven guilty of any felony, misappropriates any Chapter Funds, reveals Fraternity secrets, fails to perform the duties of his office, or by acts or words brings dishonor upon the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity; and this removal may be made either by a unanimous vote of the Executive Officers, the officer under charges not voting, with the endorsement of the Alumnus Advisor, or by four-fifths (80%) vote of all active members in good standing, and not otherwise.

Section 3. Committee Chairmen. The terms of office for all Committee Chairmen shall be one year, or until their successors are named/elected, with the exception of the Social Chairman (ARTICLE V, Section 3., 3.).

Section 4. Removal from Office. Any Committee Chairman may be removed during his term of office, with the concurrence of three or more Executive Officers, or with a two-thirds (66%) majority vote in favor of removal.

Section 5. Re-appointment of Committee Chairman. In the event of removal of a Committee Chairman, with the exception of the Rush, or Social Chairman, the Executive Committee shall name a new Chairman. In the event of removal of the Rush, or Social Chairman, the Executive Committee shall name an interim Committee Chairman, until the procedure for filling such position has been carried out.

ARTICLE VII Operating Procedure of Standards and Judiciary Committee

Section 1. Referral to the Executive Committee. Any Member may refer another member to the Executive Committee for violation of The Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of Order of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, The Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of Order of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, The Kappa Sigma Fraternity Code of Conduct, Louisiana State University Code of Conduct, or any Act, Order, or Decree of the Executive Officers.

Section 2. Evidentiary Finding of the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee must establish that all allegations are true before referring any member to the Standards Committee. If the Executive Committee finds no proof, or reason, that the member in question should be referred to the Standards Committee, the member in question shall not be referred to the Standards Committee. If the Executive Committee finds proof, or reason that the member in question should be referred to the Standards Committee, then the Executive Committee shall refer said member to the Standards Committee with a recommended punishment.

Section 3. Appeal of the Chapter. If the Executive Committee finds no proof, or reason for a member to be referred to the Standards Committee, the Chapter may override the decision of the Executive Committee by a three-fourths (75%) vote in favor of the member in question being referred to the Standards Committee.

Section 4. Power of the Standards Committee. This committee shall have the power to penalize the Membership of the Gamma Chapter in any way that it may seem fit, with the exception of suspension and expulsion, but may refer any member(s) to the Chapter for the purpose of suspension or expulsion.

Section 5. Appeal to the Executive Committee. Any member penalized by the Standards Committee may appeal the decision to the Executive Committee, by submitting in writing an appeal to the Grand Procurator no more than forty-eight (48) hours after the penalty has been issued.

Section 6. Enforcement of Rulings of the Standards Committee. The Executive Officers shall be responsible for the enforcement of the rulings of the Standards Committee. If the member penalized fails to adhere to the ruling of the Standards Committee, the Executive Committee shall meet with the member in question, and take any action that it sees fit, with the exception of suspension and expulsion, but may refer any member in question to the Chapter for the purpose of suspension or expulsion.

ARTICLE VIII Amendments

No amendment, deletion, or addition shall be made to these By-Laws without a vote of two-thirds (66%) passage by all members, present, voting, and in good standing, of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Section 1. Form of Amendments Proposals. Amendments, deletions, or additions proposed to these By-Laws shall be introduced, by the Author, first on the floor of a regular or special meeting of the Active Chapter Membership. The proposed By-Law shall be in writing and filed with the Grand Scribe after being read into the minutes by the member proposing the change. There shall be neither discussion on the proposal, nor any amendments offered thereto at the meeting wherein the measure is first introduced. The Grand Master shall refer the proposal to the Standards and Judiciary Committee.

Section 2. Discussion, Amendment and Vote on Amendment Proposals. At the next regular or special Chapter meeting, the Grand Procurator shall read the proposed Amendment to the membership. The Author of the amendment shall have his opening remarks about the legislation, and then may accept and answer questions about the legislation. General Debate shall open, and any amendments to the amendment may be entertained and debated on. A vote of two-thirds (66%) of the membership present, voting, and in good standing, in favor of the amendment shall be required to amend the initial amendment. A two-thirds (66%) vote of the membership present, voting, and in good standing shall be required for approval of any amendment, deletion, or addition to these By-Laws.

Rules of Order of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity

CHAPTER 1. THE EXECUTIVE OFFICERS

Rule 1.1 The Executive Officers

The Executive Officers of the Gamma Chapter shall be Grand Master, Grand Procurator, Grand Master of Ceremonies, Grand Scribe, and Grand Treasurer. The Executive Officers may use alternate titles, as they deem necessary, such as President, Vice President, Second Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. No person shall hold more than one of such offices simultaneously.

Rule 1.2 Grand Master; additional duties

1. To be the principal Executive Officer of the Chapter. 2. To administer and control all of the business affairs of the Chapter. 3. To operate the Chapter within the scope of the Ritual of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, the Kappa Sigma Fraternity Code of Conduct, the Louisiana State University Code of Conduct, and all other laws governing the land. 4. To serve as Chairman of the Executive Committee. 5. To serve Ex-Officio on the Finance Committee, and Ritual Committee. 6. To preside over all meetings of the Chapter and Executive Committee. 7. To open the regular and special chapter meetings promptly at the scheduled time. 8. To cause the Chapter to proceed with its business in the proper order, if q quorum is present, and to proceed upon each order of business. 9. To preserve order and decorum of the Chapter. 10. To state each motion as it is made. 11. To recognize members who seek the floor for the purpose of speaking in debate or otherwise. 12. To state and put to vote all questions requiring a vote, and all questions upon which a vote is ordered, and to announce the vote. 13. To decide all points of order, subject to appeal by the Chapter. 14. To sign all documents which require his signature. 15. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. 16. To live in the Fraternity House.

Rule 1.3 Grand Procurator; additional duties

1. At the discretion of the Grand Master, to assist the Grand Master in his duties. 2. In the absence of the Grand Master, to preside as Grand Master. 3. To perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned to him by the Grand Master or by the Executive Committee. 4. To be responsible for the matters of organization and discipline of the Chapter. 5. To serve as Chairman of the Standards and Judiciary Committee. 6. To serve Ex-Officio on the Risk Management Committee, Scholarship Committee, and all Ad Hoc Committees. 7. To continuously monitor the academic status of all members of the Chapter. 8. To advise the Grand Master concerning parliamentary procedure. 9. To explain or clarify any rule of procedure upon request. 10. To assess and record all fines incurred during meetings for speaking out of turn or vulgar language or decorum, and report them to the Grand Treasurer, subject to appeal to the Executive Committee. 11. To update copies of the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and make them accessible to each member of the Chapter. 12. To sign all documents which require his signature. 13. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. 14. To live in the Fraternity House.

Rule 1.4 Grand Master of Ceremonies; additional duties

1. At the discretion of the Grand Master, to assist the Grand Master in his duties. 2. In the absence of the Grand Master, and Grand Procurator, to preside as Grand Master. 3. To perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned to him by the Grand Master or by the Executive Committee. 4. To be responsible for all matters concerning ceremony and secret work. 5. To be responsible for all matters involving recruitment, New Members, and brotherhood development. 6. To advise the Grand Master concerning ceremony or secret work. 7. To serve Ex-Officio on Alumni Relations Committee, Brotherhood Development Committee, and Rush Committee. 8. To serve as Chairman of the Ritual Committee. 9. To sign all documents which require his signature. 10. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. 11. To live in the Fraternity House.

Rule 1.5 Grand Scribe; additional duties

1. At the discretion of the Grand Master, to assist the Grand Master in his duties. 2. To perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned to him by the Grand Master or by the Executive Committee. 3. To see that all meeting notices are duly given in accordance with the provision of the Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. 4. To be responsible for the keeping of all papers and records of the Chapter, and to maintain the Minutes of the Chapter and actions of the Chapter and be responsible for their accuracy. 5. To make accessible to each Active Member of the Chapter a copy of the Order of Business. 6. To faithfully and promptly execute all proper orders of the Chapter 7. To receive and process all documents in a timely manner. 8. To serve Ex-Officio on Community Service Committee, Historical Committee, Public Relations Committee. 9. To sign all documents which require his signature. 10. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. 11. To live in the Fraternity House.

Rule 1.6 Grand Treasurer; additional duties

1. At the discretion of the Grand Master, to assist the Grand Master in his duties. 2. To perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned to him by the Grand Master or by the Executive Committee. 3. To guide the Chapter in operating within the financial guidelines and scope of the Constitution, y- Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. 4. To receive and give receipts for all money due and payable to the Chapter from any source whatsoever. 5. To deposit all such moneys in the name of the Chapter in such banks, trust companies, or other depositories as shall be selected in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. 6. To present a monthly summary of all finances of the Chapter, containing a list of expenditures and to whom the expenditure was made, and all remaining balances of the Chapter. 7. To serve as chairman of the Finance Committee. 8. To serve Ex-Officio on the Fundraising Committee, Philanthropy Committee, Social Committee, and T-Shirt Committee. 9. To sign all documents which require his signature. 10. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. 11. To live in the Fraternity House.

CHAPTER 2. OTHER ELECTED OFFICERS

Rule 2.1 Guards; duties

1. To perform their duties as prescribed in the Ritual of Kappa Sigma Fraternity. 2. To assist the Grand Treasurer in the collection of dues and fines. 3. To sit as voting members on the Standards and Judiciary Committee. 4. To assist the Grand Master of Ceremonies in the setup and take down of a meeting. 5. To perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned to them by the Grand Master or by the Executive Committee. 6. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 2.2 House Manager; duties

1. To develop a list of people to live in the Fraternity House before the end of the spring semester. 2. To maintain order and cleanliness within the Fraternity House. 3. To secure all doors and windows of the Fraternity House at a reasonable time. 4. To maintain the stocking of all paper towel dispensers, toilet paper dispensers, air fresheners, and soap dispensers. 5. To serve as Chairman of the Housing Committee. 6. To make certain that all aspects of the Fraternity House, not in good working order, are repaired or replaced in a timely manner. 7. To conduct thorough inspections of rooms before and after a member’s tenure as to ascertain any possible damages. 8. To make certain that all furniture, appliances, and other Fraternity House aspects, and belongings are kept in good, working order. 9. To communicate to all members of the fraternity all rules and practices set forth by the Housing Committee, having been approved by the Executive Committee. 10. To live in the Fraternity House.

Rule 2.3 Supper Steward; duties

1. To keep an accurate inventory of all food and supplies within the kitchen. 2. To order all food and supplies for the kitchen, within means and reason. 3. To keep an accurate list of all people within the Chapter who desire to eat meals from the kitchen. 4. To communicate all purchases and lists of people eating to the Grand Treasurer on a bi-weekly basis during the fall and spring academic semesters. 5. To maintain order and cleanliness of the kitchen and the Chapter room, during, and immediately before and after meals. 6. To secure all doors to the kitchen at a reasonable time. 7. To sign all documents which require his signature. 8. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

CHAPTER 3. COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN AND ASSISTANTS

Rule 3.1 Alumni Relation Chairman; duties

1. To foster and maintain relation with Kappa Sigma alumni, and the parents of the Gamma Chapter Membership. 2. To, in conjunction with the Grand Master of Ceremonies, develop a yearly manual of operation and duties to be approved by the Executive Committee no later than the first formal meeting of the fall semester. 3. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.2 Brotherhood Development Chairman; duties

1. To, in conjunction with the Grand Master of Ceremonies, develop a yearly Brotherhood Development Program to be approved by the Executive Committee no later than one week prior to Formal Rush. 2. To carry out the Brotherhood Development Program of the Gamma Chapter. 3. To schedule and reserve all resources necessary for New Member retreats, and Chapter retreats. 4. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.3 Community Service Chairman; duties

1. To organize and coordinate service projects to be carried out by the Chapter Membership. 2. To develop a yearly manual of operations and duties to be approved by the Executive Committee no later than the first formal meeting of the fall semester. 3. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.4 Fundraising Chairman; duties

1. To be responsible for funds that the Chapter receives from events focused on raising money for the Chapter. 2. To plan events, which will raise funds for the Chapter. 3. To keep records, of funds raised for the Chapter, for monitoring purposes. 4. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.5 Historical Chairman; duties

1. To keep records of activities within the Chapter. 2. To schedule and direct the Chapter Composite operations. 3. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.6 Intramural Chairman; duties

1. To register all teams of all sports in which the Chapter competes. 2. To place members on teams as he sees fit. 3. To post a weekly notice, written or electronic, of all intramural activities in which the Chapter is involved. 4. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.7 Philanthropy Chairman; duties

1. To oversee all philanthropic events in which the Chapter is hosting. 2. To develop a yearly manual of operation and duties to be approved by the Executive Committee no later than one month prior to the first planned philanthropic event. 3. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.8 Public Relations Chairman; duties

1. To oversee any outgoing information to be viewed by the public or the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. 2. To develop articles about all issues concerning the Gamma Chapter for print in newspapers or magazines, advertisements, and/or newsletters. 3. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.9 Risk Management Chairman; duties

1. To be responsible for all events or situations which some form of risk or liability is involved. 2. To maintain a safe environment during all Chapter events. 3. To file all necessary documents for all social functions of the Chapter. 4. To schedule all necessary security personnel for all social functions of the Chapter. 5. To schedule all necessary seminars for the purpose of assessment. 6. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.10 Rush Chairman; duties

1. To coordinate all rush functions, including spring, summer and fall rush. 2. To keep detailed records of all rushees and their attendance at Chapter events. 3. To, in conjunction with the Grand Master of Ceremonies, develop a yearly manual of operation and duties no later than one month following the election/appointment of a new Rush Chairman. 4. To carry out all necessary actions for the purposes of recruitment. 5. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.11 Scholarship Chairman; duties

1. To, in conjunction with the Grand Procurator, develop a yearly Scholarship Program to be approved by the Executive Committee no later than one week prior to the fall academic semester. 2. To carry out the Scholarship Program of the Chapter. 3. To assist the Grand Procurator in the monitoring of all members scholastic status, as well as the promulgation of regulations regarding scholarship. 4. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.12 Social Chairman; duties

1. To organize and coordinate all social functions of the Chapter. 2. To present the Chapter with plans for social events, that the Chapter must approve before any social event may take place. 3. To use and dispense all funds designated for the Social Committee, with the approval of the Chapter. 4. To, in conjunction with the Grand Treasurer, develop a semester manual of operation and duties to be approved by the Chapter no later than one week prior to the first planned social event. 5. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.13 T-Shirt Chairman; duties

1. To coordinate the ordering for all t-shirts or favors that may be included with an event. 2. To set deadlines for the ordering of all t-shirts or favors. 3. To gather the prices of all t-shirts and favors and have them approved by the Executive Committee before posting any order form for said objects. 4. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.14 Assistant Grand Scribe

1. At the discretion of the Grand Scribe, to assist the Grand Scribe in his duties. 2. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 3.15 Assistant Grand Treasurer

1. At the discretion of the Grand Treasurer, to assist the Grand Treasurer in his duties. 2. To do and perform such other duties as may be required by the Constitution and By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

CHAPTER 4. MEMBERS AND QUORUM

Rule 4.1 Quorum

A quorum of the Gamma Chapter is defined as a majority of the members in good standing.

Rule 4.2 Quorum necessary to transact business

The presence of a quorum of the Chapter is required for the Chapter to transact business; however, a smaller number of the voting membership may adjourn.

CHAPTER 5. DECORUM

Rule 5.1 Decorous language

Every member shall confine his-self to decorous language when the Bible is open.

Rule 5.2 Visiting the Grand Master’s table

No member shall approach the Grand Master’s table unless given permission by the Grand Master.

Rule 5.3 Right to yield

Only the person who has the primary possession of the floor may yield to any person in the room.

CHAPTER 6. ORDER OF BUSINESS

Rule 6.1 Order of Business

The order of business of the Gamma Chapter shall be as set forth in the Ritual of Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 6.2 Deviation from Order of Business

There shall be no deviation from this Order of Business, however, if quorum is not present, business cannot be conducted.

CHAPTER 7. MOTIONS

Rule 7.1 Dilatory motions prohibited

No dilatory motion shall ever be entertained by the Grand Master.

Rule 7.2 Possession of the Chapter

When a motion is made, and after the presiding officer has stated it, it must be seconded before it shall be deemed to be in possession of the Chapter. A motion may be withdrawn by the member who made it at any time before the previous question, or the previous question on the entire subject matter, is moved.

CHAPTER 8. VOTING

Rule 8.1 Voting for Active Member; prohibition

No person not an Active Member of the Gamma Chapter shall cast a vote pertaining to membership.

Rule 8.2 Voting for Active Member; prohibition

No person not an Active Member of the Gamma Chapter, not present, or not in good standing as defined in ARTICLE III, Section 3. of the By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of Kappa Sigma.

Rule 8.3 Change of vote

Once the vote has been taken, no member may change his vote except when a vote is being reconsidered.

Rule 8.4 Abstention from voting

A member may abstain from voting on any motion on which a vote has been ordered. For the purposes of determining the number of votes required for a motion to pass, abstentions shall be treated as if such member was not present, but such member shall be considered present for purposes of quorum.

CHAPTER 9. RULES

Rule 9.1 Suspension of rules

No rule of the Chapter shall be suspended except by a favorable vote of at least three-fourths (75%) of the members present, voting, and in good standing.

Rule 9.2 Adoption, amendment, repeal of rules; vote required

A standing rule of the Chapter shall be added, amended, or repealed only by a favorable vote of three-fourths (75%) of Active Membership present, voting, and in good standing at a regularly scheduled meeting of the Gamma Chapter. The process for changing these rules shall follow the procedures set forth in ARTICLE VIII of the By-Laws of the Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Rule 9.3 Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised

On any question of procedure, when these rules are silent or inexplicit, then the most recent edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised shall be considered as the authority.