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Bylaws of the Sigma Theta Chapter
Article I - The Chapter
Section 1
The designation for the Saint Xavier University chapter of Kappa Delta Pi is the "Sigma Theta" Chapter.
Section 2
The purpose of the Sigma Theta Chapter shall be to promote excellence in and recognition of outstanding contributions to education.
Section 3
The chapter year shall begin on July 1 and end on June 30.
Section 4
Authority: In all matters of organization and procedure, the Constitution, Bylaws, Rituals of the International Society of Kappa Delta Pi shall have precedence and should be consulted.
Article II - Membership
Section 1
The Executive Committee shall determine the most appropriate manner by which to offer and receive applications for Chapter membership. The following minimum requirements shall apply:
(1.1) - Chapter Membership
Membership in the Sigma Theta Chapter is open to undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty members, and certain other professional educators.
(1.11) - Undergraduate
When seeking membership as an undergraduate student, a candidate must:
(1.111)
... be formally admitted to the School of Education at Saint Xavier University.
(1.112)
... have at least 12 hours of professional education courses completed, in progress, or programmed, except in fifth year credential programs.
(1.113)
... have an overall GPA of 3.50 or higher, on a 4.00 scale for all coursework completed.
(1.114)
... exemplify worthy educational ideas.
(1.115)
... express an intention of continuing in the field of education.
(1.116)
... demonstrate educational leadership abilities.
(1.12) - Graduate
When seeking membership as a graduate student, a candidate must:
(1.121)
... have full graduate standing at Saint Xavier University.
(1.122)
... have an overall GPA of 3.50 or higher for all graduate coursework completed.
(1.123)
... exemplify worthy educational ideas.
(1.124)
... express an intention of continuing in the field of education.
(1.125)
... give evidence of leadership abilities.
(1.126)
... completed 12 or more semester hours.
(1.13) - Faculty
When seeking membership as a faculty member, a candidate must:
(1.131)
... be a member of Saint Xavier University.
(1.132)
... give evidence of support for The Chapter and its programs.
(1.133)
... the number of faculty initiated at any one initiation ceremony shall not exceed ten percent of the total number of initiates.
(1.14) - Professional Educators
Persons employed as teachers or administrators in local schools may be invited to membership upon recommendation by the Membership Committee and approval of the Executive Committee.
Article III - Finances
The Chapter Treasurer, with assistance of the Counselor or Co-Counselor, shall keep accurate records of the assets and the liabilities of The Chapter, and shall receive and expend Chapter monies as the Executive Committee directs.
Section 1 - Initiation Fee
The Chapter shall remit to the Executive Secretary of Kappa Delta Pi the sum stipulated by the Convocation as an initiation fee for each new member in accordance with the Society's Bylaws.
Section 2 - Local Dues
Annual dues for The Sigma Theta Chapter shall be determined by a majority vote of active members present at a regular meeting.
Article IV - Initiation
All candidates for membership in The Sigma Theta Chapter shall be initiated according to the prescribed Societal Ritual. Members initiated previously by another chapter of The Society (institutional or alumni) may be formally received into The Sigma Theta Chapter according to the official Reaffirmation Ritual.
Article V - Chapter Officers
Officers of this Chapter shall consist of the following: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Historian-Reporter, and the Foundation Representative. Additional officers may be elected at the discretion of the Executive Committee.
Section I - Qualifications
Officers must be active members of The Chapter and The Society.
Section II - Election
Officers for The Society year shall be elected and installed no later than July 1 of each Society year.
(2.1)
Names of the candidates for office must be submitted to the Executive Committee no latter than two weeks prior to the election.
(2.2)
A majority vote of the active members shall be required for election.
(2.3) - Vacancies
Should a chapter office become vacant due to resignation, neglect of duty, or other causes, the Executive Committee may appoint a chapter member to fill the vacancy.
Article VI - Chapter Counselors
Each chapter must have a minimum of one Counselor.
Section I - Qualifications
The Chapter Counselor must be a member of the University Faculty.
Section II - Selection
The Counselor and Associate Counselor shall be elected in the same manner as the Chapter Officers, except that these persons shall serve 2 year terms. The Counselor's term shall coincide with The Society's biennium, while the Associate Counselor shall be elected during the odd-numbered years to facilitate chapter continuity.
(2.31)
The Executive Committee of The Chapter shall determine whether or not there shall be an Associate Counselor.
Article VII - Meetings
At least two meetings, including one initiation, shall be held during each Chapter year.
Section I - Quorum
A quorum shall be declared when at least three members of the Executive Committee and five other active Chapter members are present.
Section II - Notice of Meetings
The Chapter Secretary shall provide written notice of each meeting of The Chapter by posting information at an approved location, or through mailing to active members. The method of notification shall be determined by the Executive Committee.
Article VIII
Section I - Executive Committee
The officers of The Chapter and the Chapter Counselors shall constitute the Executive Committee. It shall be the duty of the Executive Committee to direct the activities of The Chapter and to act in cases of emergency between regular Chapter meetings. The Executive Committee may call meetings of The Chapter, other than the regular meeting, for the purpose of discussing or acting on Chapter business.
Section II
The following committees shall be appointed annually.
(2.1) - Membership Committee
This committee shall have the responsibility of collecting the names of persons eligible for membership. It shall validate and rule on all qualifications for membership for each person. The Membership Committee shall then present this information to the Executive Committee. The Chapter Counselor shall serve as a regular, voting member of this committee.
(2.2) - Program Committee
The Program Committee shall be directed by the Vice President. It shall be the duty of this committee to prepare programs for each regular meeting of The Chapter and such other meetings, and Chapter-sponsored events the Executive Committee may designate.
(2.3) - Other Committees
The Executive Committee shall have the authority to appoint other committees (e.g.) Publicity, Bylaws, Nominations, Hospitality, as the need for these may arise.
Article IX
The Bylaws of the Sigma Theta Chapter may be amended at any regular meeting of The Chapter by a 2/3 vote of active members present, provided that a copy of the proposed amendment(s) has been sent to all active members at least ten days prior to the meeting.
Conclusion
Adopted for use by the Sigma Theta Chapter
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