Student Organization Bylaws
Student Organization Bylaws
Article I: Name
The name of this organization shall be [Your Company Name], hereinafter referred to as "the Organization."
Article II: Purpose
The purposes of this Organization are to:
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Foster academic, professional, and social growth among members.
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Provide opportunities for leadership and community service.
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Promote collaboration and networking among students.
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Enhance campus culture through diverse events and activities.
Article III: Membership
Section 1: Eligibility
Membership is open to all registered students of [University Name] without discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or disability.
Section 2: Active Membership
An active member is defined as a student who:
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Attends at least 75% of organization meetings and events per semester.
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Participates in at least one committee or project per year.
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Pays any required dues by the specified deadlines.
Article IV: Officers
Section 1: Titles and Duties
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Title |
Duties |
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President |
Leads meetings, represents the organization, and oversees all activities. |
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Vice President |
Assists the President, supervises committees, and assumes duties of the President if absent. |
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Secretary |
Keeps minutes, maintains records, and handles correspondence. |
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Treasurer |
Manages finances, prepares budget, and reports financial status. |
Section 2: Election
Officers shall be elected by majority vote during the last meeting of the spring semester. Nominations will be taken from the floor at least two weeks prior to the election.
Section 3: Term
Officers shall serve one-year terms. No officer may serve more than two consecutive terms in the same position.
Article V: Meetings
Section 1: Regular Meetings
Regular meetings shall be held bi-weekly during the academic year on [Day] at [Time] unless otherwise determined by the Executive Board.
Section 2: Special Meetings
Special meetings may be called by the President or a majority of the Executive Board with at least 48 hours' notice.
Section 3: Quorum
A quorum for conducting official Organization business is defined as 50% of active members plus one.
Article VI: Committees
Section 1: Standing Committees
The following standing committees shall be established:
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Programming Committee
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Membership Committee
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Finance Committee
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Public Relations Committee
Section 2: Special Committees
Special committees may be established by the President or Executive Board as needed.
Article VII: Finances
Section 1: Dues
Annual dues shall be determined by the Executive Board and approved by a majority vote of active members.
Section 2: Budget
The Treasurer shall prepare an annual budget to be approved by the Executive Board. The budget will outline expected income and expenditures for the academic year.
Article VIII: Amendments
These bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of active members present at a regular meeting, provided the amendment has been submitted in writing at the previous regular meeting.
Article IX: Ratification
These bylaws shall become effective immediately upon approval by a two-thirds vote of the active members present at a meeting called for this purpose.
