Phi Lambda Sigma Alpha Mu Chapter Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions Omaha, Nebraska

Updated October 2017

Mission Statement:

The Alpha Mu Chapter of Phi Lambda Sigma is a leadership society dedicated to the encouragement, recognition, and promotion of leadership in the field of pharmacy. Through education, community service programs, and participation in pharmacy related activities, we hope to ensure the advancement of pharmacy in the Creighton community. Through the recognition of leadership among our peers, Phi Lambda Sigma fosters the ideals of a professional: dedication, caring behaviors, honesty, and selflessness. ALPHA MU CHAPTER OF PHI LAMBDA SIGMA SOCIETY BY-LAWS

Article I Chapter Name

Section 1. Beginning February 22, 1991, the organization of members duly initiated at Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions shall be named Alpha Mu Chapter in accordance with the constitution and by-laws of the Phi Lambda Sigma National Fraternity, incorporated at Auburn University School of Pharmacy in Lee County, Alabama on June 28, 1968. Section 2. The purpose of the Alpha Mu Chapter shall be the encouragement, recognition, and promotion of leadership in pharmacy. This should include, but is not limited to, pharmacy students, faculty, and alumni, as well as members of boards and all pharmacy associations. Special attention shall be given to the development of leadership qualities.

Article II Eligibility for Membership

Section 1. Collegiate Membership – the following shall be deemed eligible for election to active membership in the Society. a. Those students of pharmacy, men and women, who have demonstrated dedicated service and leadership in the advancement of pharmacy and are of high moral and ethical character. b. Persons to be considered for membership must have complied with the following conditions: i. They shall possess a high degree of professionalism upon entrance to the Society, as well as the capability to maintain this professionalism throughout their membership in the society. ii. They shall be a full-time student at Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions. iii. They shall have completed at least two semesters of scholastic work at Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions. iv. They shall have attained an accumulative scholastic grade point average of at least a 2.50 on a 4.00 grading system for scholastic work at Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions. v. They must be an active member of at least one local, state or national pharmacy organization. c. Those students who become members of the Alpha Mu Chapter shall have the right to vote and hold office. Fourth year pharmacy students on rotation and distance students who are unable to attend meetings may be granted the opportunity to vote electronically (via online survey) but cannot hold office. Section 2. Faculty, Alumni, and Honorary Membership. a. Faculty – Those members of staff, faculty and administration, men and women, who have demonstrated dedicated service and leadership in the advancement of pharmacy and are of high moral and ethical character. In addition: ii. i. They shall have performed one year of service at Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions.They must be an active member of a local, state, or national pharmacy organization. iii. Election of individuals to membership not meeting the above criteria shall require a unanimous vote of approval by the voting members. iv. Those members of the staff, faculty, and administration shall have the right to vote only if present at meetings, but not hold office, other than the Faculty Advisor. b. Alumni – Those members of the Society who were initiated into his or her PLS chapter as a student and is now an alumnus of the chapter. i. They shall not have the right to vote or hold office. c. Honorary – Those individuals who have demonstrated dedication, leadership, and service in the profession of pharmacy, including those members pursuing degrees in pharmaceutical sciences. i. They shall not have the right to vote or hold office.

Article III Election and Initiation of Members

Section 1. The election of new members shall take place annually in the fall of each academic year. Section 2. Applications for membership should be made available to all eligible students (campus- based and distance), faculty, and staff at least one month prior to election of new members. Section 3. Nomination for membership of prospective honorary and alumni members will be permitted if a current member completes a nomination form. Section 4. A quorum of two-thirds of current members must be present for election and initiation to occur. A three-fourths affirmation of those present (campus-based + distance-based students) shall be required for approval of a new member. Section 5. The executive members of the chapter will serve to make the first selection of candidates before presenting them to the chapter. Section 6. Individuals shall become members of the Society upon complying with membership requirements, approval of membership by the active members of the chapter, payment of initiation fees, and being duly initiated. Section 7. A membership certificate and a key pin shall be given to each member after being duly initiated. Section 8. The chapter secretary shall, upon election of new members, forward to the National Office the membership initiation forms provided for that purpose by the National Office.

Article IV Revocation of Membership

Section 1. Membership in the society may be revoked at any time by the inducting chapter or the Executive Committee for proven behavior that is in conflict with the goals and purposes of Phi Lambda Sigma. Just cause must be established and due process must be followed. The following steps are recommended to ensure the member’s rights and privacy are protected: 1. Confidential investigation by the Executive Board or a committee appointed by the chapter. 2. Report of committee exonerating or preferring specific charges. 3. Formal notification to the accused member. Section 2. Revocation of membership shall be determined at a meeting of the inducting chapter by at least 2/3 votes for revocation, or by 2/3 of the Executive Committee. Section 3. The Executive Committee shall provide a summary of the revocation documenting the revoked member, describing just cause and due process, the number of members present, the number of active members in the chapter, the votes for revocation, the votes against revocation and the date the membership was revoked.

Article V Ritual

Section 1. The installation of all local officers, and the initiation of new members shall be in accordance with the Official Ritual of the Society.

Article VI Chapter Officers

Section 1. Officers of the chapter shall be as follows: a. President b. Vice-President c. Secretary d. Treasurer e. PHPSG Representative f. Distance Liaison g. Faculty Advisor Section 2. Officers shall be elected in the spring semester, by a two-thirds vote of all chapter members (campus and distance members) with the exception of the Faculty Advisor, who may serve consecutive terms with chapter approval. Section 3. Officers shall take office at the end of the spring semester and shall serve for a period of one year. Section 4. Officers shall not be on academic or University probation at the time of their elections and throughout their terms in office. Officers must possess and maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA to serve during their tenure. Section 5. In the event of a vacancy, the remaining officers shall appoint a member to serve the remainder of the term. Section 6. An officer may be removed by a three-fourths vote of all members eligible to vote. Section 7. Duties of Chapter Officers a. President – shall preside over all meetings, conduct all meetings, conduct all official business, and may co-sign checks. b. Vice-President – shall, in the absence of or when delegated by the President, preside over meetings and conduct official business. c. Secretary – shall keep official minutes and records, order membership and other materials, write and present the annual report, and shall be responsible for distributing and processing communications among members. The Secretary shall report to the National Office by June 1 and/or October 1 of each year the names and addresses of the Chapter Officers. The Secretary shall report to the National Office any changes in this list within thirty (30) days of the change occurring. d. Treasurer – shall be responsible for keeping accurate records of all financial matters (an independent party must audit these records before transfer to the newly elected treasurer) and collecting dues. He/she shall co-sign all checks with the President or Faculty Advisor. He/she shall be responsible for preparing and submitting the budget to the student government each year. e. Faculty Advisor – shall assist the other officers in their respective duties. He/she may co-sign checks. The Faculty Advisor shall keep a record of all the members of the chapter, collect and preserve all information of interest to the chapter, and assist in the ordering of membership or other materials. f. Distance Liaison – shall be the coordinator between the campus and distance pathways, ensuring the interests of the distance student members are met. The Distance Liaison will work with the Secretary to ensure all meetings and events are set up appropriately for distance student involvement, when applicable. The Distance Liaison will determine Distance student initiation dates and times for Phi Lambda Sigma certificate and pin obtainment over the summer. g. PHPSG Representative – shall attend and represent the organization at PHPSG meetings. He/she shall report on the pertinent issues of the meetings. Article VII Meetings

Section 1. A regularly scheduled general meeting shall be held at least once per semester. Additional meetings may be called by at least three officers when the need arises. Section 2. Quorum will be determined from 2/3 of campus pathway members who are in their second or third year of pharmacy school. Members participating in rotations or students in the distance pathway will not be counted for the purpose of establishing quorum. Section 3. Quorum must be met to conduct official business. • Official business includes: o Voting on revisions to the by-laws. o Voting on new members and new chapter officers. o Removing an officer from their position. o Conducting any other official fraternity business not otherwise stated. Section 4. For those meetings where a quorum is not present, members not present will be given the chance to vote electronically (via online survey). Electronic read receipts will be used to verify receipt of the e-mail for the purpose of establishing a quorum. Those members who do not respond to the e-mail within 48 hours will be considered abstaining from the vote.

Article VIII Committees

The Chapter Officers shall have the authority to create any committees, standing or special, that will further the purpose of the chapter.

Article IX Finances

Section 1. Initiation dues shall be determined by the executive officers of the chapter. Section 2. If the chapter dissolves, all accumulated funds granted by PHPSG will be returned to PHPSG. All non-PHPSG funds will be directed to the Sherman Memorial Fund

Article X Affiliation

This chapter shall be affiliated with the Phi Lambda Sigma National Pharmacy Leadership Society, and shall abide by its constitution and by-laws in all cases where there is no conflict between their constitution and by-laws and these by-laws and/or the rules, regulations, or policies of Creighton University. In instances of conflict, these by-laws and/or the rules, regulations, or policies of Creighton University shall take precedence over the constitution of the Phi Lambda Sigma National Pharmacy Leadership Society.

Article XI Parliamentary Authority

The parliamentary authority shall be the current edition of Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised. Revisions to the by-laws shall take place annually during the fall semester and will be conducted by the Vice-President.

Article XII Amendments

Section 1. All amendments to these by-laws require previous notice of one week prior to being discussed and voted upon. Section 2. All amendments require a two-thirds affirmative vote of a quorum for adoption. Section 3. Amendments become effective only after approval by the Student Activities Office.

Article XIII Ratification

Ratification of these by-laws shall be by a three-fourths of a quorum.