Constitution Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. at the University of Michigan

Constitution Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. at The University of Michigan

Table of Contents Mission Statement:. 3 Purpose:. 4 Oath:. 4 Article I: Name. 5 Article II: Purpose. 5 Article III: Letters, Mascot, Colors. 5 Section 1 Letters. 5 Section 2 Mascot 5 Section 3 Colors. 5 Article IV: Membership. 5 Section 1 Requirements. 5 Section 2 Active Membership. 5 Section 3 Inactive Membership. 6 Article V: Executive Board. 6 Section 1 Officers. 6 Section 2 Eligibility and Requirements. 6 Section 3 Responsibilities. 6 ∙ President. 6 ∙ Executive Vice President. 6 ∙ Vice President of Finance. 7 ∙ Vice President of Operations. 7 Section 4 Term.. 8 Section 5 Impeachment 8 Section 6 Vacancy. 8 Section 7 Resignation. 8 Article VI: General Board. 8 Section 1 General Board. 8 Section 2 Eligibility and Requirements. 9 Section 3 Responsibilities. 9 ∙ Rush Chair. 9 ∙ Social Chair. 9 ∙ United Greek Council Delegate. 9 ∙ Historian. 9 ∙ Fundraiser chair. 10 ∙ Community Service/Philanthropy Chair. 10 ∙ Academic Chair. 10 ∙ Sisterhood Chair. 11 Section 4 Term.. 11 Section 5 Impeachment 11 Section 6 Vacancy. 11 Section 7 Resignation. 11 Article VII Elections. 11 Section 1 Election Process. 11 Section 2 Voting. 12 Article VIII Meetings. 12 Section 1 Members Present for General Body Meeting. 12 Section 2 Special Meetings. 12 Section 3 Absences. 12 Section 4 Tardy. 12 Section 5 Attire. 12 Section 6 Etiquette. 13 Article IX Dues. 13 Article X Fines. 13 Article XI Conduct. 14 Section 1 Hazing. 14 Section 2 Expulsion. 15 Section 3 Probation. 15 Section 4 Suspension. 15 Section 5 Appeal 15 Article XII Quorum.. 16 Section 1 Attendance. 16 Section 2 Voting. 16 Section 3 Carry a Motion. 16 Article XIII Amendments. 16 Section 1 Reviewing. 16 Section 2 Voting. 16 ByLaws. 17 Article I Bid Process. 17 Section 1 Rush. 17 Section 2 Interviews. 17 Section 3 Bids. 17 Article II Adviser. 17 Section 1 Qualifications. 17 Article III Responsibilities. 17 Section 1 Work Ethic. 18 Section 2 Weekly Reports. 18 Section 3 Calendars. 18 Article IV Committees. 18 Section 1 Rush Committee. 18 Section 2 Fundraising Committee. 18 Section 3 Service/Philanthropy Committee. 18 Amendments. 20 Mission Statement: Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. provides service within the South Asian community on campus, while promoting and enriching the appreciation of the morals and pillars that the organization is founded on. We develop women of strength and leadership through active participation within our respective communities, and through it, strengthen those traits of conduct, thought, and idealism which characterize the responsible members of this organization. Our goal is to provide a meaningful and worthwhile academic and social experience for all engaged in collegiate work, and to cooperate with other organizations and societies in every manner consistent with our mutual purposes and those of the institutions at which chapters are located.

Purpose: Sigma Sigma Rho is committed to sisterhood and is based on South Asian principles. Sigma Sigma Rho does not discriminate based on age, race, culture, sexual orientation, or creed. Sigma Sigma Rho fosters leadership qualities and provides networking opportunities for its members. Sigma Sigma Rho encourages and maintains a superior level of scholarship for all its members. Sigma Sigma Rho promotes superior standards of service and leadership and is dedicated to serving the community at large.

Oath: We the sisters of Sigma Sigma Rho have taken an oath of sisterhood. An oath of trust, compassion, and unity. As sisters we share an eternal bond. Coming in as individuals we are made one. With this, we stand tall with our heads high and hearts together, cherishing every moment. Sigma Sigma Rho, “Sisterhood, Society, Remembrance.” These three elements in their purest form signify everything we stand for. Sisterhood is what we work for. Society is whom we give to. Remembrance is what lies in our hearts. This oath is the flame of our letters and we work hard to never let this flame burn out.

Article I: Name The name of this organization shall be known as Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc at the University of Michigan

Article II: Purpose Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. is a South Asian based sorority that strives towards bringing awareness to issues of domestic violence. The sorority dedicates itself to sisterhood and the community as a whole. Leadership skills, networking opportunities, and striving towards the betterment of character are principles that Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. wishes to instill in all its members. Article III: Letters, Mascot, Colors

Section 1 Letters

∙ Sigma shall stand for Sisterhood.

∙ Sigma shall stand for Society.

∙ Rho shall stand for Remembrance.

Section 2 Mascot The Black Mare is the mascot of Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Section 3 Colors Blue, Black, and Silver are the colors of Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. in that respective order.

Article IV: Membership

Section 1 Requirements All fulltime undergraduate females, who are not anticipating graduation in the concurrent semester, with a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.75 or above in the concurrent semester of the new member education process, are eligible for membership into the organization. A G.P.A. of 2.75 must be upheld in order to remain an active member. Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc at the University of Michigan imposes the following policy on nondiscrimination: Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc at the University of Michigan is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.

Section 2 Active Membership Membership shall be granted to any new member that has completed the new member education process. Active membership shall also be granted to a member that fulfills all of her requirements. All members must also maintain a 2.75 G.P.A. in order to remain an active member.

Section 3 Inactive Membership Any member that does not fulfill her requirements, as an active member will be given inactive status. Any member that wishes to be inactive must write a letter to the Executive Board stating her reasons for inactivity. All inactive members may not participate in sorority events that include, but are not limited to: colony meetings, new member education process, social events, and philanthropy events.

Article V: Executive Board The Executive Board is the governing body for Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. The Executive Board is responsible for creating and implementing any policies and for making sure all national, council, and university requirements have been fulfilled.

Section 1 Officers President Vice President External Vice President Internal Vice President Finance Vice President Operations

Section 2 Eligibility and Requirements Must be an active member and have a cumulative index of a 2.7 G.P.A. In addition, she must have held a General Board position for at least one full academic term with the exception of the Alpha class.

Section 3 Responsibilities President: She will serve as a liaison for the National Executive Board. She is responsible for ● assuring the laws of the National Constitution and National Bylaws are executed throughout the entire colony/chapter. ● Report any misdemeanors to the National Executive Board in written format ● Responsible for the colony/ chapter’s completion of all goals and national requirements. ● Approve all requisitions for expenditures of budgeted funds ● Responsible for running all chapter meetings and calling any emergency meetings when necessary ● The President may not hold the position of New Member Educator while in office (PM) ● She is responsible for maintaining good standing with the respective Greek Council External Vice President: She will assist the President in the performance of all of her duties. She, along with the Internal Vice President are responsible for carrying out all Presidential duties in the President’s absence. ● Must oversee all committees and chairpersons. ● Must maintain a complete and updated record which includes relevant information of Sigma Sigma Rho; updated contact information of the executive board and general body; judicial policy and procedures; University’s Policies and Code of Conduct; as well as any documentation or correspondence produced as a result of judicial procedures. ● She will coordinate all operations related to the external affairs of the organization ● She is responsible for direct communications with other organizations ● She is responsible for maintaining good standing with the respective Greek Council Internal Vice President: The Internal Vice President, along with the External Vice President shall take over the responsibilities of the President in the President’s absence. ● Coordinate all operations relevant to the internal affairs of the organization ● Responsible for ensuring that the chapter/colony is in communication with the National Executive Board, Alumnae Advisor, and other National/Regional Leaders ● Responsible for reporting any incidents to the appropriate National/Regional Leader ● Ensure proper knowledge of all current National Events/Campaigns/and demands in order to stay in good standing with the National Executive Board Vice President of Finance: She is responsible for the general supervision of the finances of the colony/chapter. ● Present and maintain a general budget to the National Executive Board and the university administration ● Responsible for collecting dues from all active sisters and ensuring prompt payments of bills and deposits of all funds ● Responsible for collecting dues from all sisters that do not attend chapter/events ● Submit the yearend financial report ● Stay in constant communication with the President regarding all financial documents and procedures ● In charge of carrying out all bank account/venmo transactions signer

Vice President of Operations: She is responsible for the internal daily operations of the chapter/colony ● Create an ongoing record of agendas for upcoming meetings, minutes, and attendance at all meetings/events ● Coordinates schedules of all members attending meetings ● Maintain a record of Internal and University Paperwork ● Provide written accounts for all monthly reports/Beginning of Semester and End of Semester reports to be submitted to our eboard and then National Vice President of Operations ● She is responsible for recording, maintaining, and dispersing minutes from all meetings to the rest of the chapter. ● Responsible for keeping track of ⅔ attendance and reporting to finance is someone is not present ● Responsible for facilitating Room Reservations, and other University demands ● Maintaining colony google calendar

Section 4 Term The term of each sister on the Executive Board shall be for one academic year.

Section 5 Impeachment If a member of the Executive Board is not fulfilling her duties and responsibilities she can be impeached by a twothirds majority vote of the General Body.

Section 6 Vacancy In the case of a vacancy in the Executive Board, an eligible member will be appointed by the Executive Board in a majority vote to complete the remaining term of that position.

Section 7 Resignation Officers no longer wishing to serve on the board must submit their resignation to the Executive Board at least two weeks in advance. Prior to the officer’s final day, she shall provide all documents relating to the organization and brief her replacement of current projects in her care.

Article VI: General Board The General Board is responsible for planning and implementing any events. General Board must also make sure all national, council, and university requirements are being followed.

Section 1 General Board PM Rush Chair Multicultural Greek Council Delegate Public Relations Chair Fundraiser Chair Philanthropy Chair Academic Chair Sisterhood Chair Section 2 Eligibility and Requirements Must be an active member and have a cumulative index of a 2.75 G.P.A.

Section 3 Responsibilities PM: Is responsible for guiding Potential New Members through the New Member Education Process and reports at all Chapter meetings and Executive board meetings ● Distributes Big applications and assigns Bigs to PNMs. Ensures equality of relationship. ● Responsible for coordinating all logistics for Challenge Days and Crossover ● Responsible for staying in contact with National Executive Board during the New Member Education Process. ● Responsible for ensuring proper conduct of sisters around PNMs Rush Chair: She is responsible for the entire rush process and potential new members

● Plans, organizes, and executes rush week events ● Delegates sisters on necessary items needed for each event ● Delegates sisters on necessary attire during each event ● Contacts different locations if need be for rush events for booking ahead of time ● Responsible for scheduling interviews for rushes ● Responsible for organizing new member presentations and packets ● Responsible for organizing orientation rush booths ● Ensure 2/3 attendance of active sisters ● Oversees the rush committee ● Work is overseen and communicated to the Internal Vice President ● Coordinate Bid meeting with President ● Overseen by President and Internal Vice President Multicultural Greek Council Delegate: She is responsible for maintaining respectable standing and presence within the Multicultural Greek Council ● Must attend all meetings ● Relay any council information with the chapter ● Relay any event information to other organizations during council meetings ● Relay any event information about other organizations during our chapter meetings ● Keeping a Multicultural Greek Council calendar ● Overseen by External Vice President Public Relations: She is responsible for maintaining respectable standing in society and branding our colony : aka staying classy and distinguished ● Plans, organizes, and executes photoshoots ● Keeps the website, facebook, twitter, instagram, linkedin, etc. updated ● Is the first point of contact for any sister that would like anything posted everything except for birthdays and holidays must be approved by President ● takes pictures during all events the chapter partakes in ● Keeps updated informational board for booths, rush event packets, brochures, etc. ● Makes flyers ● Work is overseen by the External Vice President Fundraising chair: She is responsible for maintaining respectable standing in society and branding our colony : aka staying classy and distinguished ● Plans, organizes, and executes fundraising events ● Keeps an accurate, updated record of all locations, vendors, and sponsors ● Reports to Vice President of Finance on all budget transactions Philanthropy Chair: She is responsible for maintaining respectable standing with our philanthropy organization and community service events ● Plans, organizes, and executes service and philanthropy events ● Ensures and executes one philanthropy event week per semester Gandhi Day and Month of service ● Keeps track of service hours [at least 20 hours per sister per semester] and adds them to maize pages ● Keeps in regular contact with our philanthropy organization ● Work is overseen by Vice President of Operations Academic Chair: (Lies under President until 15 girls) ● Plans, organizes, and executes service and philanthropy events ● Checks grades at the beginning and end of the semester ● Collects class, exam, work schedules at the beginning of the semester and keeps it in file ● Ensures individual term and cumulative G.P.A. is above a 2.75 ● Comes up with incentives for having the highest G.P.A. improvement per semester ● Ensures struggling sisters are on a study schedule ● Work is overseen and communicated to the Vice President of Operations Sisterhood Chair: She is responsible for ensuring unity within the sorority and remaining classy and distinguished status in society ● Plans, organizes, and executes sisterhood events ● Ensures that the number sisterhood events meets national requirements ● Works as a peer mediator among the girls in order to keep peace, respect, and unity within the organization ● In charge of planning, executing, and ordering gear ● Work is overseen and communicated to the Vice President of Operations

Section 4 Term The term of each sister on the General Board shall be for one year, JanDec.

Section 5 Impeachment If a member of the Executive Board is not fulfilling her duties and responsibilities she can be impeached by a twothirds majority vote of the General Body.

Section 6 Vacancy In the case of a vacancy in the General Board, an eligible member will be appointed by the Executive Board in a majority vote to complete the remaining term of that position.

Section 7 Resignation Officers no longer wishing to serve on the board must submit their resignation to the President at least two weeks in advance. Prior to the officers’ final day she shall provide all documents relating to the organization and brief her replacement of current projects in her care.

Article VII Elections Elections for the Executive Board and General Board shall be held in the month of December, two to three week before the start of Fall Semester Exams. Terms are one year in length. No sister shall hold more than one Executive Board Position (unless notified otherwise). No sister shall hold more than one General Board position (unless notified otherwise). Sisters may hold one position on Executive Board AND one position on General Board if they please. All active members that have paid their dues may be nominated for a candidate position and vote for the Executive Board and General Board. The Vice President of Finance will publish a list of active sisters before nominations and elections take place.

Section 1 Election Process

1. Nominations ○ Google forms for nominations is due one week before elections. You may nominate yourself. You may nominate someone else anonymously or openly. 2. Chapter Meeting #1 ○ At the first chapter meeting, held one week before elections, nominations will be announced by the outgoing president. ○ The nominees have 1 week to accept or decline their nominations, fill out another google form with answers to specific questions, and make a speech for elections at the next chapter meeting 3. Chapter Meeting #2 ○ Ballot elections will be held at Chapter Meeting #2, one week before Fall Semester Exams. ○ Each Executive Board nominee will have a maximum of five minutes to give a speech to an audience of sisters (excluding nominees running for the same position, who will be seated outside of the voting room). Following the speech will be a three minute questioning period, during which audience members will have the opportunity to ask the nominee questions. ○ Voting protocol for the General Board will be similar to that of the Executive board, except for the following provisions: ■ Nominees are allowed a maximum of three minutes for their speeches ■ Questioning period will be two minutes. ○ Voting will be done in ballot format, in which sisters will identify which candidate they wish to elect for each position in the Executive Board and Junior Board. Voting will be done anonymously. ○ The results of the election will be decided by a simple majority vote (50% + 1). Results shall be announced at the end of the election meeting. The current Executive Board will announce the results to the National Executive Board and the sorority via email within twenty four hours of the election meeting. 4. Impeachment Protocol ○ The standing president can be impeached if 2/3 is in support of this motion. ○ If the standing president is impeached or unable to do her duties due to legitimate academic, familial, health, etc reasons, the following positions will take over the presidential seat: ■ External VP, followed by ■ Internal VP ■ If neither the External VP nor the Internal VP can take the responsibility of interim president, elections will be held with the entire colony as soon as possible.

Article VIII Meetings The General Body meetings shall be held biweekly or weekly on nights designated each semester. The Vice President of Operations will be the one responsible for organizing a location and time to have chapter meetings.

Section 1 Members Present for General Body Meeting The General Body meetings will consist of the active General Body and the Executive Board only. Section 2 Special Meetings A special meeting can be called by the President, at least 72 hours in advance, for the Executive Board when necessary. Special meetings can also be called upon the written request of any member with the approval of the Executive Board, at least 72 hours in advance.

Section 3 Absences Each member may miss only one meeting per semester. If a member is not present at two or more meetings during a given semester, judicial action may result.

Section 4 Tardy Being late to a General Body meeting shall count as half of an absence. A member shall be considered tardy if their delegate or representatives arrive after the meeting is called to order.

Section 5 Attire Each active member is required to wear royal blue, black, silver professional attire, and/or lettered attire. Shoes must also be professional.

Section 6 Etiquette Every meeting shall begin with the recitation of the oath. No side conversations shall be permitted. Cell phone usage is not permitted. Laptops may only be used by the Executive board.

Article IX Dues The Vice President of Finance shall announce all dues at the beginning of each semester. Remaining balances shall be announced at the end of each semester. Active members may set up a payment plan with the Vice President of Finance to pay the $50 dues each semester. The entire payment must be made by the end of each semester.

Article X Fines The executive board may assess a fine to an individual active member as based on meeting guidelines. The Vice President of Finance shall announce all fines at the beginning of each semester. Remaining balances shall be announced at the end of each semester. Active members may set up a payment plan with the Vice President of Finance to pay individual fines each semester. All fines must be paid by the end of each semester.

Section 1 Fines

∙ 50 cents for every minute late to chapter after the 5 minute grace period

∙ $10 for every chapter missed

∙ $5 for missing more than one chapter

∙ $1 per day for late grade, class report, and/or schedule

∙ $2 per day for late dues

∙ $5 per hour missing for community service

∙ $10 for each external event not attended per month (out of two)

∙ $10 for missing an event you are scheduled to go to

∙ $5 for not informing the Executive Board 24 hour advance of an absence with a legitimate excuse

∙ All fines will be enforced by a majority vote by the Executive Board

∙ Legitimate excuses:

§ Death in the family or other family emergency

§ Car accident (show proof)

§ Sick (only with a doctor’s note)

§ Religious holiday

§ Class, exam, and work schedules need to be turned in before the 24 hours

Article XI Conduct Each member of Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. at The University of Michigan is expected to conduct herself in a professional manner. All individual members and the chapter are expected to comply with all the rules and bylaws of this sorority.

Section 1 Hazing

∙ Hazing Policy ∙Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority Inc. policy with respect to hazing prohibits any active and alumna member from engaging collectively or individually in initiating a new member in the new member education process. All current and prospective members have the right to be treated with respect. These rights are enforced by punishing violations of the Sorority's policies and procedures.

∙ Definition of Hazing ∙Any willful, intentional, knowing or reckless act, occurring on or off the campus of an educational institution, wherein a sister promotes or facilitates acts directed against a new member, which endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a new member for the purpose of being initiated into, affiliating with, or maintaining membership in Sigma Sigma Sorority, Inc. o This list is intended to provide examples of hazing. As it is impossible to anticipate every situation that could involve hazing, this list should not be considered to be allinclusive. For clarification of this hazing policy and what activities are included, contact the National Vice President of Membership. § Any type of physical activity, such as calisthenics not specifically directed toward constructive work or includes sleep deprivation, exposure to the elements, confinement in a small space, irrational scavenger hunts;

§ Any activity consuming food, liquid, alcoholic beverage, liquor, drug or other substance which subjects the new member to an unreasonable risk of harm;

§ The wearing or carrying of any embarrassing, degrading or physically burdensome article;

§ Lineups for the purpose of interrogating (including yelling), demeaning or intimidating;

§ Any type of servitude that is of personal benefit to the individual members;

∙ Psychological hazing, which is defined as any act or peer pressure which is likely to: (a) compromise the dignity of the new member affiliated with the organization; (b) cause embarrassment or shame to the new member affiliated with the organization; (c) cause a new member affiliated to be the object of malicious amusement or ridicule

∙ Hazing Policy Violation ∙Any sister, both active and alumna, who participates in, supports or condones the practice of hazing may face disciplinary action by the National Council. Any individual or chapter violation of Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. antihazing policy will result in suspension, expulsion or revocation of the chapter's charter. A fine may also be imposed. ∙Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. recognizes that hazing is crime in each state where the organization is established. Conduct associated with hazing is not only subject to discipline by local, state and federal authorities, but is also subject to individual group members (and their parents), group leaders, advisors, the organization, and national affiliates being sued.

Section 2 Expulsion A member will be expelled based on the unanimous decision of the National Executive Board. The member to be expelled will appear before the National Executive Board and the Executive Committee will state reasons for expulsion.

Section 3 Probation

∙ Chapter o The chapter will be placed under probation for not fulfilling any set requirements by The University or the National Executive Board.

∙ Individual o An individual member will be placed on probation if she does not follow the policies set forth by Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc., and/or the National Executive Board. If an individual member holds a position she will step down and all her voting rights will be revoked.

Section 4 Suspension If the chapter is on probation for two concurrent semesters, it shall be suspended. Section 5 Appeal

∙ Chapter o The chapter can appeal its probationary status or suspension by writing a letter to the National Executive Board within one week of the announcement.

∙ Individual o An individual can appeal her probationary status by writing a letter to the Chapter Executive Board and the National Executive Board within one week of the announcement. A 2/3 majority vote of the Chapter Executive Board and the National Executive Board is needed to repeal probation.

Article XII Quorum

Section 1 Attendance ● A majority (70% or more) of the active body must be in attendance for a quorum to be present and the meeting to be official.

Section 2 Voting ● Quorum for voting consists of a 100% presence of the active body

Section 3 Carry a Motion ● Unless otherwise specified, a simple majority (50% + 1) shall be required to carry a motion.

Article XIII Amendments

Section 1 Reviewing Any amendments made to the Constitution must be reviewed by the General Body and the Executive Board. Proposed amendments must be given to the General Body and Executive Board in writing at the preceding meeting.

Section 2 Voting This Constitution may be amended by a majority vote (70% or more) of the active members of the Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. at The University of Michigan at two separate meetings (first meeting proposed and second meeting voted).

ByLaws Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc at the University of Michigan .

Article I Bid Process

Section 1 Rush

∙ Any and all females interested in rushing for Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc at the University of Michigan shall be given an equal opportunity and right to do so regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

∙ Rushes must be active, full time students with good standing at The University of Michigan.

Section 2 Interviews

∙ All rushes who have attended at least two rush week events and one informational must be offered an interview time within 72 hours of the end of rush week.

∙ Interviews shall be scheduled and conducted within 5 days of the end of rush week.

∙ Interviewees and interviewers must be dressed in business casual attire during the interview.

∙ Interviews shall be conducted by the executive board and the Process Mentor.

Section 3 Bids

∙ Only rushes who have been interviewed may be offered a bid.

∙ Bids may only be given to full time, undergraduate females who are not anticipating graduation in the concurrent semester.

∙ Bids will be offered on the basis of a majority of an eighty percent (80%) decision of the active body of Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc at the University of Michigan and the Process Mentor.

∙ Bids shall be offered within 48 hours after all interviews have been conducted.

∙ Bids must be accepted or declined within 24 hours after they are offered.

Article II Adviser

Section 1 Qualifications

∙ The adviser will be permitted to attend any and all meetings.

∙ The adviser will serve as a counselor to the officers on plans and operations as well as offer information and general guidance. ∙ The adviser must ensure the organization is following all guidelines and requirements set by Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc at the University of Michigan.

Article III Responsibilities

Section 1 Work Ethic

∙ In the event that a general board member and/or an executive board officer does not carry out their responsibilities the following consequences will occur:

§ First violation: Warning

§ Second violation: $15.00 Fine

§ Third violation: $20.00 Fine

§ Fourth violation: Revote on the violating sister’s position

Section 2 Weekly Reports

∙ Each chair position must turn in a weekly report to their overlooking executive board position 48 hours prior to each meeting.

∙ Each executive board position must turn in a weekly report to the president 24 hours prior to each meeting.

Section 3 Calendars

∙ The executive board is responsible for setting up the calendar for the fall semester by May 31 of the equivalent year, and for the spring semester by October 31 of the preceding year.

∙ The general board is responsible for booking venues and events by the executive board calendar for the fall semester by June 30 of the equivalent year, and for the spring semester by November 30 of the preceding year.

Article IV Committees

Section 1 Rush Committee

∙ The rush committee shall consist of a maximum of three active sisters in addition to the rush chair.

∙ The rush committee shall consist of the rush chair serving as the head of the rush committee.

∙ The rush committee is responsible for maintaining communication and approval from the rush chair.

Section 2 Fundraising Committee

∙ The fundraising committee shall consist of a maximum of two active sisters in addition to the fundraising chair. ∙ The fundraising committee shall consist of the fundraising chair serving as the head of the fundraising committee.

∙ The fundraising committee is responsible for maintaining communication and approval from the fundraising chair.

Section 3 Service/Philanthropy Committee

∙ The service/philanthropy committee shall consist of a maximum of two active sisters in addition to the service/philanthropy chair.

∙ The service/philanthropy committee shall consist of the service/philanthropy chair serving as the head of the service/philanthropy committee.

∙ The service/philanthropy committee is responsible for maintaining communication and approval from the service/philanthropy chair.

Amendments Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc at the University of Michigan

I. All sisterhood events are mandatory for which the sisterhood chair must ensure 100% attendance.

II. Elections for all chair positions will be done at the end of every semester.

III. In respect to elections, all candidates must present their platform to the chapter. Each candidate will present her platform to the chapter in the form of an application. The application is due 48 hours before the election meeting. IV. There will be no swearing/cussing/obscene language allowed during any Greeksponsored events. Those who do not comply with this rule will receive a consequence denoted by the President. V. If someone is to be dropped from the NMEP, there must be a unanimous consensus.