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Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society of the Two-Year College Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society Constitution _________________________________________________________________________________ Lambda Kappa Chapter Bylaws _________________________________________________________________________________
The name of this chapter of Phi Theta Kappa shall be Lambda Kappa. The purpose of Lambda Kappa Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Iowa Central Community College shall be the promotion of scholarship, the development of leadership and service and the cultivation of fellowship among qualified students of this college. Section 1. Types of membership in Chapter shall consist of member, provisional member, alumni member, and honorary member as defined in Article IV, Section 1, of the Phi Theta Kappa Constitution and Bylaws.* A. Member. In addition to meeting membership eligibility requirements as stated in Article IV and Chapter 1 of the Phi Theta Kappa Constitution and Bylaws,* each candidate for membership must have completed 12 semester hours of associate degree course work, with a Grade Point Average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale, and adhere to the school conduct code and possess recognized qualities of citizenship. Grades for courses completed at other institutions will be considered when determining membership eligibility. A cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.25 must be maintained to remain in good standing. Failure to maintain the required cumulative Grade Point Average will result in the member being removed from good standing as stated in the Phi Theta Kappa Constitution and Bylaws,* Chapter 1, Section 3. Failure to meet good standing requirements as stated in the Phi Theta Kappa Constitution and Bylaws* will cause membership and all membership privileges to be revoked. B. Provisional Member. In addition to meeting eligibility requirements as stated in Article IV, Section 1B of the Phi Theta Kappa Constitution and Bylaws,* a student must have earned a cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.5 on all course work completed in high school. A student must be currently enrolled in associate degree course work at the two year college, adhere to school conduct code and possess recognized qualities of citizenship. Provisional members will not be required to pay local chapter dues, and are not required to pay the international and regional induction fee until they have qualified for full membership. C. Alumni Member. An individual must meet eligibility requirements as stated in Article IV, Section 1C of the Phi Theta Kappa Constitution and Bylaws.* D. Honorary Member. An individual must meet eligibility requirements as stated in Article IV, Section 1D of the Phi Theta Kappa Constitution and Bylaws.* E. Transfer Member. A member from another Phi Theta Kappa chapter may transfer membership to Lambda Kappa Chapter if he or she is currently enrolled Iowa Central Community College and meets the maintenance GPA of the chapter. In addition to carrying out the duties as stated in the Phi Theta Kappa Constitution and Bylaws,* Chapter IV, Section 5, the chapter advisor shall be responsible for overseeing the completion and submission of member names and fees as well as the Chapter Annual Report to Headquarters. The advisor shall be officially appointed by the college administration and shall be a non-voting member of the chapter. Section 1. All officers must be members of Phi Theta Kappa, in good standing, have a Grade Point Average of 3.25 and must be carrying a course load of 12semester hours (or equivalent). Section 2. The Lambda Kappa Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa shall have the following officers: President, Vice President of Communications and Membership, Vice President of Fund-Raising, Vice President of Service, Vice President of Scholarship, Vice President of Leadership, and Vice President of Fellowship. Section 3. The duties of the president shall be as follows: a. Preside over all business meetings. b. Appoint and establish any necessary committees. c. Vote only in case of a tie. d. Serve as an ex-officio member on all committees. e. Present business to the organization. f. Represent the organization at all times. Section 4. The duties of the vice president of membership and communications and membership shall be as follows: a. Invite eligible students to accept membership. b. Coordinate preparations for new member orientations. c. Contact members regarding the chapter’s calendar of events. d. Coordinate alternate meetings, such as night meetings, which provide opportunities for members with varied schedules to participate. e. Maintain website. f. Note members on graduation program. Section 5. The duties of the vice president of fund-raising shall be as follows: a. Organize fundraising activities. b. Record all financial transactions. c. Collect fees and submit applications (check GPA). d. Maintain chapter scrapbook. Section 6. The duties of the vice president of service shall be as follows: a. Oversee the implementation of International Service Program activities. b. Serve as liaison with college and community officials to facilitate service on campus and in the community. c. Order gold seals for diplomas. Section 7. The duties of the vice president of scholarship shall be as follows: a. Coordinate faculty and student recognition programs. b. Provide information on scholarship opportunities to members. c. Oversee facilitation of chapter-sponsored scholarships. Section 8. The duties of the vice president of leadership shall be as follows: a. Coordinate officer election process. b. Coordinate preparation for new officer orientations. c. Plan chapter-sponsored leadership events. d. Submit new officers (check to make sure they receive packets). e. Submit By-laws. f. Submit chapter goal form. g. Submit chapter update form. h. Submit chapter annual report. i. Give list of inductees to Registrar to denote on transcript. Section 9. The duties of the vice president of fellowship shall be as follows: a. Coordinate meetings with other chapters. b. Coordinate participation in joint-chapter activities. c. Cultivate the chapter’s relationship with campus organizations, faculty, and community members. d. Coordinate plans for the chapter’s travel to meetings. e. Coordinate induction ceremonies. f. Lead the implementation of Honors Study Topics activities. CHAPTER 6. Election of officers Section 1. In addition to meeting requirements as stated in Chapter IV, Section 3 of the Phi Theta Kappa Constitution and Bylaws,* all candidates for office must be members of Phi Theta Kappa, in good standing. Section 2. Elections must be held at the meeting preceding the last meeting during the spring semester of each year. Section 3. Officers shall hold office from the time of their inauguration, which shall be at the first meeting following the election, to the time of the next inauguration. Section 4. Nominations from the floor can be made at the same meeting as the election. Section 5. A simple majority vote shall elect any officer. Section 6. In any case when an officer must resign his office, an election shall be held to elect a new officer. Nominations shall be made from the floor and will be made at the first meeting following the resignation of the officer. The election will be held at the first meeting following nominations. Plurality of the votes cast will determine the new officer. The president shall have the power to make a temporary appointment at his/her discretion until an election can be held. Section 1. All business meetings will follow the general agenda: Order of Business a. Call to order b. Roll call c. Reading of the minutes d. Treasurer's report e. Committee reports f. Old business g. New business h. Announcements i. Adjournment Section 2. All meetings shall be governed by an adaptation of Robert's Rules of Order. Section 3. Special committee meetings shall be called by the chairman of said committee. Procedures at such meetings are left to the discretion of the chairman. Reports of each meeting shall be given to the members at the following chapter meeting. Section 1. Finances for this chapter will be raised by projects voted on by a majority vote of the members. Section 2. Payment of the International Membership fee must be received by the chapter treasurer before members can be inducted. Section 3. All members must pay the local fee prior to induction. Section 4. All members must pay the regional fee prior to induction. Section 5. Disbursement vouchers must be submitted with supporting invoices and/or statements attached to the original invoice. Section 6. Financial records of the chapter shall be annually audited by the advisor. CHAPTER 9. Amendments and revision Section 1. The chapter bylaws may be amended by a vote of two-thirds of the members present at any regular meeting, provided that the proposed amendment has been presented at a previous meeting. Any changes to the bylaws must be sent to Headquarters for final approval. * Refers to the Phi Theta Kappa International Constitution and Bylaws. Phi Theta Kappa is committed to the elimination of discrimination based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and cultural and religious backgrounds. |
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