KAPPA KAPPA PSI MU KAPPA CHAPTER CONSTITUTION

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1 KAPPA KAPPA PSI MU KAPPA CHAPTER CONSTITUTION Date Amended November 16, 2008 September 27, 2009 January 31, 2010 February 10, 2011 February 19, 2012 March 11, 2012 April 1, 2012 March 10, 2013 March 9, 2014 April 13, 2014 March 15, 2015 December 13, 2015 April 14, 2016 April 9, 2017 March 25, 2018 April 21, 2018 President Keith Brown Keith Brown Keith Brown Keith Brown Keith Brown Keith Brown Keith Brown Cassandra Negrón Tim Priest Tim Priest Tim Priest Heather Dziewit Heather Dziewit Melissa Campbell Jamie Penzien Jamie Penzien Grand Valley State University 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI www2.gvsu.edu/kappapsi

2 Page 2 Ratified April 20, 2008 MISSION STATEMENT The Mu Kappa chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi, in its devotion to the five purposes of the fraternity, strives to simultaneously develop the character of its members, promote the advancement of Grand Valley State University Bands, and engage the music community at large, through: providing meaningful leadership opportunities, facilitating the development of holistic personal musicianship, and implementing worthwhile service projects for the entire band program in its diverse and ever changing needs; promoting intimate fellowship amongst musicians of all Fields of academic study; and upholding an honorable representation of the brotherhood; All the while guided by an everlasting commitment to the love and appreciation of music; the value of brotherhood; the equal importance of all band members; a diverse musical experience; an unwavering professional attitude; and effective, passionate leadership; for the benefit of its members and society NATIONAL POLICY ON DISCRIMINATION The Mu Kappa Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi expressly prohibits discrimination by any component part of the Fraternity and Sorority or by any person acting on behalf of the organizations on the basis of race, national origin, gender, religion, handicap, height, weight, sexual orientation, or marital status. DISSOLUTION CLAUSE If for any reason the Mu Kappa Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi is disbanded, all leftover assets are to be donated to the Grand Valley State University Band Program. PREAMBLE This Constitution, in accordance with the Constitution of Kappa Kappa Psi, Honorary Band Fraternity for College and University Bands, establishes the Mu Kappa Chapter of said fraternity to promote the ive purposes as stated in the National Constitution at Grand Valley State University in Allendale, Michigan. ARTICLE I

3 Page 3 Ratified April 20, 2008 ARTICLE I GENERAL MEMBERSHIP 1. All procedures and regulations for membership laid forth in the National Constitution and all University policies in the RSO Handbook including all anti-discrimination, controlled substance and hazing policies - shall be adhered to. 2. All active and prospective members must be an active member of a band at Grand Valley State University each semester (Fall and Winter). Ensembles that qualify include: Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, University Band, Marching Band, Pep Band, or a Jazz Ensemble. 3. All active and prospective members must maintain at minimum a 2.0 cumulative grade point average. 4. If a brother is unable to fulfill their requirement to be in a college band ensemble yet wishes to remain an active brother, then they may choose to petition to change their status to Service Active or Conditional. The brother in question must see the fulfillment of this process out themself. The process for both are as follows: a. Service Active Status i. Provide a written rationale explaining the reasoning for being unable to participate in an ensemble. ii. Complete a written contract stating intent to complete 15 services to the bands. These services include, but are not limited to: assisting with meals at the summer marching band camp (each meal counts as one service), work home games for the marching band (each game counts as one service, each morning rehearsal counts as one service), usher at a GRSB Concert, help set up, tear down, or usher concerts at Grand Valley State University, assist the Laker Marching Band Council (LMBC) within any of their subcommittees, playing in an ensemble (approved by majority vote of the Executive Committee) outside of Grand Valley bands (each rehearsal and performance counts as one service), and any other service acceptable to the Executive Committee by a majority vote. iii. Services organized by the service committee do not count unless approved by majority vote of the Executive Committee and the Vice President of Service. iv. The Vice President of Service is responsible for all records and upkeep of all brothers utilizing this status. 1. Each service must be documented and signed by the Vice President of Service and one other person in charge of the event. v. If the brother has not completed 10 services by October 15th the brother shall receive a letter signed by the Executive Committee of the Chapter that expresses concern in regards to the member s participation. vi. The above documents (listed in Article 1.4.a.1, 1.4.a.2, and 1.4.a.4.1) shall be presented to the Executive Committee for review at the first meeting of the semester. vii. The brother will present these documents along with the Executive Committee's recommendation to the chapter. viii. Fifty percent (50%) plus one (1) of all active members must approve this process for the petitioning brother.

4 Page 4 Ratified April 20, 2008 ix. If a brother fails to complete the contract negotiated with the chapter, this shall constitute due cause for suspension as described in Article VII. b. Conditional Status i. Provide a written rationale explaining the reasoning for being unable to fulfill active requirements. ii. A brother choosing to change their status to conditional must submit dues by the required date set by the Executive Committee. 1. If a brother fails to pay dues by the given date, this shall constitute due cause for suspension as described in Article VII. iii. Attendance requirements are waived for Conditional Brothers, however they are still encouraged to come to events. 5. All changes in status must be approved by a majority vote of the chapter and must be approved by the sponsor. 6. An individual may switch to Service Active Status one fall semester of their collegiate career, aside from the exception listed in Article 1.6a below. a. If a brother wishes to change their status to Service Active for a second fall semester, they must first meet with Executive Committee AND gain approval from the sponsor before completing the process listed in Article 1.4.a. 7. An individual may switch to Conditional Status only one academic year (two consecutive semesters) of their collegiate career, aside from the exception listed in Article 1.7a below. a. If a brother wishes to change their status to Conditional for a second academic year, they must first meet with Executive Committee AND gain approval from the sponsor before completing the process listed in Article 1.4.b. 8. Ensemble requirement may be waived due to extraordinary circumstances, such as an existing medical condition or other reasons acceptable to the Executive Committee by a majority vote AND upon written approval of the sponsor. 9. The Chapter shall not recognize membership until all initiation fees have been paid and the initiation, as prescribed in ritual, has been completed. 10. Actions not in the best interest of the Chapter and the Fraternity as a whole, as determined by the Chapter members, shall constitute due cause for suspension.

5 Page 5 Ratified April 20, 2008 ARTICLE II COMMITTEES 1. The following committees shall be standing: a. Executive i. Plans and determines agenda, direction, and goals for chapter at a meeting prior to general chapter meeting. ii. Membership shall include President, Executive Vice President, Treasurer, General Secretary, and Parliamentarian. iii. The President may nominate an active Brother for membership in the Executive Committee. This Brother gains Executive Committee privileges with majority vote of the Executive Committee. iv. Chaired by President. b. Membership i. Oversees all membership operations, including education, recruitment activities, rituals, etc. for Chapter. ii. Chaired by Executive Vice President. c. Service i. Plans and executes all service activities for Chapter. ii. Chaired by Vice President of Service. iii. Under the direction of the Vice President of Service and the Service Committee, the Chapter shall plan and perform at least four (4) service projects per semester. 1. This requirement may be waived for the current semester by a vote of two-thirds (2/3) vote of the active membership. d. Brotherhood i. Plans and executes all brotherhood activities for the Chapter. ii. Chaired by Vice President of Brotherhood. iii. Under the direction of the Vice President of Brotherhood and the Brotherhood Committee, the Chapter shall plan and perform at least two (2) Brotherhood activities per semester. 1. This requirement may be waived for the current semester by a vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the active membership. e. Finance i. Plans and implements all fundraisers. ii. Chaired by Treasurer. iii. Under the direction of the Treasurer and Finance Committee, the chapter shall plan and perform at least one (1) fundraiser per semester. 1. This requirement may be waived for the current semester by a vote of two-thirds (2/3) vote of the active membership. iv. Determines the budget at first committee meeting of each semester. 1. The budget must be submitted to the Chapter within the first month of the semester. v. Administers and oversees all financial policy set by chapter in Article VIII. f. Records and Alumni

6 Page 6 Ratified April 20, 2008 i. Collects and stores all records of the Chapter functions, including but not limited to: minutes, correspondence, member/alumni information, and event literature. ii. Submit Chapter articles to National and North Central District Publications and produce a Chapter newsletter to be sent to all Alumni and Honorary Members still in contact with the Chapter. iii. Chaired by General Secretary. g. Musicianship i. Responsible for musicianship activities and musicianship month. ii. Promotes musicianship within the Chapter and community. 2. All projects or events planned by a committee must be approved by two-thirds (2/3) of the chapter's active membership. a. In order to vote on an event being mandatory, the brother making the motion must include an exact time, date, and financial plan. This must be voted on two weeks in advance to the date proposed. 3. All active members of the Chapter must serve on at least one (1) standing committee. 4. At any time, a standing committee chairperson may install temporary subcommittees (with a chairperson), responsible to their respective standing committee and within the outlined jurisdiction. 5. In case of a controversy of mixed jurisdiction for a project, the Parliamentarian may determine the chair in charge for the project in question. 6. The Membership, Service, Brotherhood, Finance, Records, and Musicianship Committees shall meet at least once a month upon discretion of respective chairs. a. This requirement may be waived for the current month by a majority vote of the respective and Executive Committee. 7. All standing committees must present a verbal report of their work at every regularly scheduled meeting. 8. The chapter may choose to form subcommittees to enhance chapter function, efficiency, and programming. a. These subcommittees may be chaired by an existing officer or a chair may be elected as a non-executive Committee officer. 9. Any active or conditional Brother may attend any committee meeting, upon discretion of the committee chair.

7 Page 7 Ratified April 20, 2008 ARTICLE III OFFICERS 1. The following officers shall serve and be elected by the chapter: a. President i. Presides over all chapter meetings. ii. Maintains and may suggest revisions to chapter mission statement and oversees development and implementation of short, medium, and long term goals for the chapter. iii. Member ex officio of all chapter committees. iv. Shall be a member on the official chapter bank account. v. Designated as the official representative of the chapter whenever such representation shall be required. vi. Shall prepare and send all reports and forms to the National Headquarters of the Fraternity. vii. Oversees performance of chapter officers and enforces fraternity policies on hazing, discrimination, etc. viii. Must be aware of and able to maintain parliamentary procedure when needed. b. Executive Vice President i. Chairs Membership Committee and responsible for Membership Education, recruitment, and retention. ii. Presides at meetings of the chapter in absence of the President. iii. Oversees the planning and execution of Rituals. iv. Must create a typed plan for the Prospective member class and for the active Brothers. 1. These plans must be approved by the chapter with a two-thirds (2/3) approval of active membership present. v. Advances the purposes of the Fraternity as stated in the Preamble of the National Constitution by educating the chapter and Prospective Member class. vi. Stays in contact with President about chapter goals and direction in order to base the Membership Education Plan appropriately. c. General Secretary i. Records and distributes the minutes of all meetings of the chapter, including attendance and chapter rosters. ii. Informs members in writing within one (1) week of missing their fifth function of the semester of possible suspension if absence continues. iii. Maintains a permanent record of each member of the chapter including name, address, telephone number, chapter roster number, and instrument played. iv. Responsible for all chapter correspondence including making announcements on listserv, presenting announcements from other chapters/gv orgs., developing relationships with other chapters/groups, social media v. Submits articles to Podium or Arpeggio when appropriate. vi. Creates and sends out chapter newsletter to alumni/honoraries still in contact with the chapter.

8 Page 8 Ratified April 20, 2008 vii. MK representative to MK alumni association viii. Chairs Records Committee. d. Treasurer i. Collects all funds including dues, fees, etc. ii. Controls and keeps copies of all chapter receipts and disbursements of all monies of the chapter. iii. Submits recommendations concerning the financial policies of the chapter as may be required. iv. Signs all checks or monies disbursed. v. Prepares and responsible for keeping records of all chapter finances. vi. Presents financial report to chapter at least once a month. vii. Represents chapter in assigned Student Life Funding Board viii. Chairs Finance Committee. e. Parliamentarian i. Responsible for Enforcing Robert s Rules. ii. Fulfills the role of Risk Manager for the University. iii. Oversees performance of chapter officers. iv. Supervises committee work and attendance at committee meetings per Article 2.6. v. Required to attend all standing committee meetings at least once every month. vi. Shall communicate with President to report committee work and ensure direction and goals are met. 2. The chapter, if applicable, may also elect: a. Vice President of Brotherhood/Brotherhood Chair i. Chairs Brotherhood Committee ii. Responsible for promoting brotherhood through events and interaction. iii. If office is not standing, Executive Vice President or General Secretary shall fulfill these duties. b. Vice President of Service i. Chairs Service Committee ii. Promotes the ideals of service to others, the university, and the community. iii. If office is not standing, Executive Vice President or General Secretary shall fulfill these duties. c. Ritual Chair i. Chairs Ritual Sub Committee, if standing. ii. Assigns ritual parts, acquires supplies, plans and executes rehearsals in cooperation with the Executive Vice President. 1. If office is not standing, Executive Vice President fulfills duties iii. Shall serve on Membership Committee and reports to the Executive Vice President. d. Historian i. Responsible for maintaining a written and pictorial record of Chapter events. ii. Shall serve on Records Committee and reports to General Secretary. iii. If office is not standing, General Secretary shall fulfill these duties.

9 Page 9 Ratified April 20, 2008 e. Technology Chair i. Manages the Mu Kappa website ii. Delegates website content iii. In charge of the University s student organization center website. iv. Serves on Records Committee v. If office is not standing, General Secretary shall fulfill these duties. f. Musicianship Chair i. Responsible for musicianship month and all musicianship activities and events throughout the year ii. Represents chapter in Greek Music Council. iii. Responsible for the teaching and maintaining of the Fraternity Hymn and Fraternity Song. iv. Chairs Musicianship committee. v. Promotes musicianship throughout the chapter, campus and community. vi. If office is not standing, Executive Vice President or General Secretary shall fulfill these duties. g. Public Relations Chair i. Responsible for the publicity and promotion of any event applicable to the fraternity, as requested by an officer. ii. The officer that is utilizing this chair is responsible for content involved. iii. Administers any social media outlets for Mu Kappa. iv. Shall serve on the Tri Greek Council, if in existence. v. Responsible for communication with all other organizations and all public relations. vi. If office is not standing, Vice President of Brotherhood fulfills these duties. h. Band Day Chair i. Responsible for the organization and implementation of the Laker Marching Band "Band Day." ii. Must work closely with the Director of Athletic Bands. iii. If office is not standing, President shall fulfill these duties. 3. In case of controversy over jurisdiction, an officer may file grievance with the Executive Committee who will appoint a neutral third party, acceptable to both officers involved, to mitigate the claims. 4. The above officers shall fulfill all duties and responsibilities laid out in this Constitution, the National Kappa Kappa Psi Constitution and the National Guide to Membership.

10 Page 10 Ratified April 20, 2008 ARTICLE IV ELECTIONS 1. All officer terms will begin and end on April 18th, MK Day, unless acquired during special election. 2. The calendar window for nominating and electing chapter officers and committee chairs shall be the second half of March until MK Day (April 18th). 3. Nominations for all positions shall be taken and recorded by the General Secretary at least one (1) regularly scheduled meeting prior to elections at a general meeting of the chapter. a. Before the chapter nominates candidates for office, it must discuss a list of officer/committee chairs to carry for the new term. 4. The chapter may choose to divide the nominations and elections of officers into two meetings for purposes of time by a majority vote at a regularly scheduled meeting at least one (1) week prior to elections. 5. Voting shall be by secret ballot. Ballots shall be prepared, passed out, and counted by the acting General Secretary. a. If the General Secretary is part of the vote, a member of the Executive Committee shall perform these duties. 6. Election tallying shall follow all National and North Central District rules. 7. If one (1) candidate does not receive a majority vote or if there is a tie, a runoff vote shall be taken between the candidates that receive the two (2) highest amount of votes. a. The runoff can consist of more than two (2) candidates. b. If a winner isn t determined after the 2nd run-off vote, nominations will be opened for that position. 8. Officers shall be installed on April 18 (MK Day), unless special circumstances prohibit it. 9. The President and Executive Vice President shall be active members for at least one year prior to their term of office; a. This restriction may be waived by a majority vote of present active members at a meeting and with the approval of the sponsor. 10. Recall of Officers: a. A written petition signed by a majority of total active membership must be presented to the general membership at a regular meeting of the chapter for consideration of a recall. b. A vote for recall shall be taken at the next regularly scheduled meeting after the submission of the recall petition. c. A recall shall be enforced by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of present active members. d. The recalled officer may be nominated to rerun for their office. 11. If a vacancy occurs in any elected office during the term of office, Chapter members shall nominate candidates to fill vacancy at a regularly scheduled meeting. a. The election shall follow normal voting procedures. b. The new officer shall finish the unexpired term of office. c. In case of a vacancy in the chapter Presidency, the Executive Vice President shall temporarily assume the President s duties immediately until a new President is elected. ARTICLE V

11 Page 11 Ratified April 20, 2008 ARTICLE V MEETINGS 1. Regular meetings shall be scheduled by the General Membership annual planning report per Article 2.1.a.i. 2. There shall be no less than one meeting per month during the academic year. 3. Parliamentary procedure and Robert s Rules of Order shall be observed in meetings of the Chapter. 4. Fifty percent (50%) plus one (1) of all active members and two (2) officers shall constitute a quorum at all meetings and is required for any chapter business to take place. 5. A regularly scheduled meeting may be canceled by three-fourths (3/4) vote of active members, or by the President and a majority of the remaining Executive Committee, unless such cancellation will violate this Constitution. 6. Special meetings may be called by a three-quarters (3/4) vote of active members, or by recommendation of the President and approval by a majority of the Executive Committee. 7. If a pressing matter arises that cannot it the time constraints as outlined in this Constitution, the constitution may be suspended by a three-quarters (3/4) vote of the active membership present.

12 Page 12 Ratified April 20, 2008 ARTICLE VI ATTENDANCE 1. Attendance is required of every active member at all general membership and respective committee meetings, rituals, and fraternity events. a. Attendance will not be required if the event costs an individual money. b. All mandatory events, per Article 2.2.a, must be voted on with two weeks notice. c. Attendance at recruitment events is mandatory for ¾ of the event; arriving late or leaving early should only occur in extenuating circumstances or if an individual gives advance notice of excused reasoning to the General Secretary. d. Attendance at any other event is for the the entirety of the event; arriving late or leaving early should only occur in extenuating circumstances or if an individual gives advance notice of excused reasoning to the General Secretary. e. The individual or committee planning each event will determine the length of the event. f. Officers are responsible for reporting committee meeting absences to the Parliamentarian. i. Two (2) absences, as described in Article 6.2 and 6.3 below, from committee meetings will result in a tardy. ii. Committee chairs must record committee attendance on the designed document of the Parliamentarian s choosing. 2. Each Chapter Member shall be responsible for contacting the General Secretary by at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to each absence to be recorded in order for it to be eligible to be considered excused. If the reason for the absence is not submitted by , the absence will be considered unexcused. a. The General Secretary will determine whether or not the absence should be marked excused or unexcused. b. If the brother does not submit an absence twenty-four (24) hours before an event but wishes it to be considered excused, they can request the executive board to vote on their reasoning for missing an event as described in Article An absence shall be excused, regardless of the time submitted, because of reasons acceptable to the executive board by a majority vote. Examples of excused absences include: illness, family death, class conflict, rehearsals, performances, other student organizations, or any other reasons acceptable to the executive board by a majority vote. a. If the executive board votes against excusing an absence, the petitioning brother may protest the decision and seek a majority vote of the general membership of the chapter to overturn the ruling. 4. A member who acquires two (2) unexcused absences shall receive a letter from the General Secretary that reviews the attendance policy and the number of absences the member has. 5. A member who acquires three (3) unexcused absences in a semester shall receive a letter signed by the Executive Committee of the Chapter that expresses the concern in regards to the member s attendance. 6. A member who acquires four (4) or more unexcused absences is required to appear before the Executive Committee of the chapter to examine the member s attendance record and to recommend the next course of action.

13 Page 13 Ratified April 20, 2008 a. The member in question must appear before the Executive Committee within two meetings of the most recent absence. i. If the member cannot physically attend a meeting due to extenuating circumstances (sickness, out of state, or any other reason deemed valid by the Executive Committee), they may instead write a letter to the Executive Committee. b. If the Chapter s Executive Committee recommends that a member be suspended through a majority vote, the matter will be referred to the suspension procedure as described in Article VII. i. If the brother wishes to appeal the Chapter s Executive Committee s course of action, they must present an appeal to the entire chapter at the next regularly scheduled meeting. 1. The Executive Committee s decision can be appealed upon a majority decision of the present active membership. 2. If the Executive Committee s decision is appealed then the chapter must decide upon a new course of action, to be approved by a majority vote of the active membership present. 3. If the chapter votes that a member be suspended, the matter will be referred to the suspension procedure as described in Article VII. c. If the Executive Committee cannot decide upon a course of action for the brother in question, the matter is brought forward to the chapter at the next regularly scheduled meeting for a final decision decided upon a majority vote of the active membership present. i. If the chapter recommends that a member be suspended through a majority vote, the matter will be referred to the suspension procedure as described in Article VII. 7. A tardy will be received if the brother arrives five or more minutes after the meeting is called to order, without giving advance notice to the General Secretary. a. A tardy will count as half an unexcused absence. b. A tardy may be excused adhering to the same guidelines as excused absences: illness, family death, class conflict, rehearsals, performances, or other reasons acceptable to the Executive Committee by a majority vote.

14 Page 14 Ratified April 20, 2008 ARTICLE VII SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION 1. The suspension process begins with the brother in question receiving a letter from the Executive Committee stating the due cause for their suspension. 2. At the next regularly scheduled meeting, a motion shall be made by the Parliamentarian for their suspension. 3. A brother may be suspended by obtaining a three-quarters (3/4) vote of the active membership present and approval from the sponsor. 4. A suspended member loses all privileges of being a member of the Fraternity. 5. A suspended member is obligated to uphold the purposes and expectations; as well as obligated to respect the interests of the Fraternity. 6. A suspended member can only be in attendance at a meeting in order to discuss issues specific to their suspension. 7. A suspended member is subject to the Constitution and by-laws of the Fraternity. 8. In order to be removed from suspension, the member must submit a written petition to the chapter within sixty (60) days asking for forgiveness of the offense that caused suspension. 9. A majority vote of the active membership at a meeting is needed to approve the petition and reinstate the suspended member. The suspended member may have a chance to speak on their behalf, but may not be present for the vote. 10. The General Secretary shall inform the suspended member of the vote results in writing within twenty-four (24) hours. This process may occur twice within the sixty (60) day limit. 11. Failure to be removed from suspension by the end of sixty (60) days shall result in automatic expulsion. 12. An expelled member is no longer eligible for membership in this Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi and must promptly return to the Chapter all property and regalia of Kappa Kappa Psi.

15 Page 15 Ratified April 20, 2008 ARTICLE VII PROBATION 1. The probation process begins with the brother in question receiving a letter from the Executive Committee stating the due cause for their probation. 2. At the next regularly scheduled Executive Committee meeting, a motion shall be made by the Parliamentarian for their probation. 3. A brother may be put on probation by a four fifths (4/5) vote of the Executive Committee. a. Should the Executive Committee be unable to decide on a member s probation, then the case can be taken up by the General Membership. A three quarters (¾) vote will suspend a member. b. At the next general meeting, the Parliamentarian will notify the chapter of their probation. c. A probated member loses voting privileges and the privilege to sing all fraternity songs. d. A probated member is obligated to uphold the purposes and expectations; as well as obligated to respect the interests of the Fraternity. e. A probated member can attend events and meetings at the discretion of the Executive Committee. f. A probated member is subject to the Constitution and bylaws of the Fraternity. 4. In order to be removed from probation, the member must show improvement. The Executive Committee will vote to determine whether their progress has been sufficient. A four fifths (4/5) approval of their improvement will result in their case being taken to the general meeting. 5. A majority vote of the active membership at a meeting is needed to approve the Executive Committee s decision and reinstate the probated member. The probated member may have a chance to speak on their behalf, but may not be present for the vote. 6. The General Secretary shall inform the probated member of the vote results in writing within twenty-four (24) hours. This process may occur twice within a sixty (60) day limit. 7. Failure to be removed from probation by the end of sixty (60) days shall result in suspension.

16 Page 16 Ratified April 20, 2008 ARTICLE IX FINANCES 1. Income, Dues, Membership Fees a. All Chapter funds shall be deposited in the primary non- university bank account, unless a majority of the active membership votes otherwise. b. Alumni members shall not be charged fees or dues. c. An Alumni member may pay Life Membership fees to the National Headquarters, and receive privileges outlined in the National Constitution. d. Honorary member initiation fees will be paid by the Chapter and shall entitle the honorary member to Life Membership privileges in the Fraternity without further obligation. e. Failure to pay dues by the deadlines stipulated by the Chapter shall constitute due cause for suspension, unless excuse for postponement is presented prior to these dates and is accepted by the Treasurer and President. 2. Expenditures a. All monetary transactions totaling fifty dollars ($50.00) or more must be approved by a majority of the Chapter s active membership. b. All monetary transactions totaling less than fifty dollars ($50.00) must be approved by a majority of the Chapter s Executive Committee. c. All checks must be signed by the Treasurer. d. In absence of the Treasurer, the President may sign checks.

17 Page 17 Ratified April 20, 2008 ARTICLE X DELEGATES 1. Chapter delegates for National or North Central District Convention shall be elected as outlined in the National Constitution, Article Delegates shall be Active members in good standing with the Chapter at the time of the election. 3. Delegates shall submit any report(s) required and shall turn over all pertinent information and materials to the Chapter. 4. If no delegate is to be sent to the Convention, the President shall submit a written request to another Chapter asking for a proxy to be seated as the representative of the Chapter, conforming to procedures outlined in the National and/or North Central District Constitutions. ARTICLE XI ADHERENCE This Constitution and any legislation passed by the Chapter are binding, along with and subordinate to the National Constitution and all official National and District documents of Kappa Kappa Psi; and all official language of the United States, the State of Michigan, and Grand Valley State University. ARTICLE XII RATIFICATION This Constitution shall be approved and made binding by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the active membership of the chapter and approval by the sponsor. ARTICLE XIII AMENDMENT 1. This Constitution may be amended by an approving three-fourths (3/4) vote of the chapter s present active membership, and approval by the sponsor. 2. All amendments must be submitted to the active membership one (1) regularly scheduled meeting prior to an official vote taking place.