UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-WHITEWATER NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL CONSTITUTION & BY-LAWS. Last Revised May 6, 2013

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1 UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-WHITEWATER NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL CONSTITUTION & BY-LAWS Last Revised May 6, 2013

2 National Pan-Hellenic Council University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Constitution Last Revised May 6, 2013 MISSION STATEMENT We the members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council at the University of Wisconsin- Whitewater, recognize that we are students first and it is our responsibility, both as individuals and as an organization, to hold ourselves solely accountable for our academic performance. We strive to uplift our communities through service and progressive programs and by partnering with other organizations. We pride ourselves on brotherhood and sisterhood, which we will achieve through empowerment, acceptance, and accountability. PREAMBLE We, the National Pan-Hellenic Council at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, do highly resolve that we, as a representative body of the historically African-American Greek Letter Organizations, will promote scholastic excellence, moral development, support of all Greek councils, and attain the highest standards in our academics and social activities. The representatives in this body shall be committed to working toward the common goal of improving the Greek system. ARTICLE I: NAME The name of this organization shall be the National Pan-Hellenic Council Incorporated of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater ARTICLE II: PURPOSE Section 1. To create and maintain high standards in the life of fraternities and sororities Section 2. To perpetuate constructive fraternity and sorority relationships 1

3 Section 3. To foster an understanding of the structure and method of operation among affiliate organizations Section 4. To address, coordinate, and develop action strategies on matters of mutual concern to affiliate organizations. Section 5. To serve as the conduit for such action plans as may be developed Article III: MEMBERSHIP AND PRESENTATION Section 1. The following organizations shall be eligible for active membership in the National Pan-Hellenic Council at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Section 2. In order for a chapter to be active they must first be recognized by the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and have completed all organization renewal requirements. Section 3. Each member organization shall be entitled to one (1) vote. In case of two (2) absences during a semester the organization will lose their voting privilege s for the remainder of the stated semester. Section 4. A quorum shall consist of five (5) active chapter representatives. Section 5. Any active member of an organization can represent that chapter as a delegate in a council meeting. Article IV: ELECTION OF OFFICERS Section 1. The officers of the National Pan-Hellenic Council Incorporated shall be president, vice president, recording secretary, treasurer, community service coordinator, publicity director, and director of educational programs. 2

4 Section 2. Part A: Elections shall be held at the last meeting during the month of March and officers will be installed during the last meeting in April. Part B: Each position shall be voted on by one delegate from each chapter, meaning each organization will count as a single vote. Part C: In the event of a tie, the President shall cast the deciding vote. ARTICLE V: DUTIES OF OFFICERS Section 1. PRESIDENT. The president shall be the chief executive of the council. It shall be the duty of the president: (a) To preside over all meetings of the council and the executive board. (b) To appoint committees and serve as an Ex-Officio member of all committees. (c) To call special meetings when appropriate. (d) To represent the interest of the National Pan-Hellenic Council at any and all University meetings or will send a delegate. (e) To ensure that the National Pan-Hellenic Council operates in accordance with the constitution and handbook of the NPHC, Robert s Rules of Order, and enforces bylaws. (f) To facilitate one joint council meeting per semester. Section 2. VICE-PRESIDENT. It shall be the duty of the vice-president: (a) To preside at all functions of the council in the absence of the president. (b) To exercise coordination supervision over the activities of the National Pan- Hellenic Council committee chairpersons for the purpose of clarification of the activities each committee will be pursuing. (c) To order the disbursement of funds of the council and to sign checks with the treasurer whenever necessary. (d) Maintain an updated list of officers, advisers and alumni in conjunction with the leadership center. (e) Attend two PHC and IFC meetings per month and report back to council. (f) Act as NPHC representative on Greek 101 committee and present at all sessions. 3

5 Section 3. RECORDING SECRETARY. It shall be the duty of the recording secretary: (a) To keep a strict record of the proceedings of the council and shall keep records of all papers and documents of the council. (b) To prepare minutes of each council meeting and keep them available at all times. (c) To perform other secretarial duties as assigned by the council. (d) To deliver prepared minutes to the mailboxes (or via electronic mail) of each organization within three (3) days of the next stated meeting (e) To inform all members of scheduled meetings (f) Print out a copy of officer s report to be distributed at council meetings. (g) Keep a log of and consolidate all officer reports presented at council meetings. Section 4. TREASURER. It shall be the duty of the treasurer: (a) To collect all dues and other monies for the council and to deposit all monies within two (2) days of receipt. (b) To submit a written report at each meeting accompanied by a bank statement dated for the day of the meeting. (c) To co-sign all checks with the vice president. (d) To prepare at least two fundraising events per academic year Section 5. COMMUNITY SERVICE COORDINATOR. It shall be the duty of the community service coordinator: (a) To plan at least four (4) community service activity per semester (one event per month). (b) To keep log of all community service hours reported by the council and submit a written report to the council at the end of each semester. (c) Keep a log of service hours completed by all council members who participate in NPHC community service events. (d) Report at each meeting the total number of community service hours completed by each organization. 4

6 Section 6. PUBLICITY DIRECTOR. It shall be the duty of the publicity director: (a) To prepare a calendar of events for the National Pan-Hellenic Council each semester and inform the council of correspondence. (b) To serve on the Greek Community Public Relations Committee. (c) To develop and implement marketing, advertising, and public relations plans for any National Pan-Hellenic Council event requiring such service. (d) Maintain NPHC s presence on social media (facebook, twitter, instagram). Section 7. DIRECTOR OF EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. It shall be the duty of the director of educational programs to: (a) To prepare at least one (1) event per semester in accordance with the event structure of the National Pan-Hellenic Council Incorporated. (b) Keep an account of any library/academic hours spent by the council members and any joint educational efforts. (c) Compile a list of members who have below a 2.6 cumulative Grade Point Average. (e) Distribute and collect progress reports for members below a 2.6 GPA. ARTICLE VI: GOVERNING BOARD Section 1: The governing board shall consist of all National Pan-Hellenic Council officers. They shall have the power to approve activities when the National Pan-Hellenic Council is not in session. Section 2: The presiding officer will be the president. He/She shall also present said charges, deliver sentence, and verdict by vote of the governing board. Section 3: The governing board shall see to the implementation of any disciplinary penalties proposed by the council. Section 4. The governing board shall review charges and any other tangible evidence to ensure a fair verdict, and justice. Section 5. The organization(s) in question may utilize its five(5) National Pan-Hellenic Council representatives as its voice during testimony and proceedings. 5

7 ARTICLE VII: SANCTIONS, SUSPENSIONS, AND APPEAL RIGHTS Section 1: A vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the active members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, are required to impose any penalty against an affiliate organization. Section 2: An organization being accused of a violation shall be notified of such accusations and given a maximum of seven (7) days to present its case before the council. Section 3: The organization must abide by any sanctions levied against the organization Section 4: If found guilty, the organization must adhere to the verdict of the governing board before the suspension is removed. Any organization found guilty of a violation shall not be recognized by the National Pan-Hellenic Council (Whitewater Chapter) for no more than one academic semester. ARTICLE VIII: FUNDS AND OBLIGATIONS Section 1: Membership Dues: Membership dues shall be 10 dollars per council member, per semester, for each member organization. Dues will be collected no later than the second full council meeting of each semester. Late charges for any and all delinquent organizations shall be set at $10 per meeting. Section 2: Any organization that has not fulfilled their financial obligations to the National Pan-Hellenic Council by the second meeting will have their activity week(s) suspended until the total debt has been paid in full. ARTICLE IX: COMMITTEES Section 1: The council or president shall establish any committees necessary to carry out the programs of the NPHC ARTICLE X: AMENDMENTS Section 1: This constitution may be changed by two-thirds (2/3) vote of the active organizations present and voting. 6

8 National Pan-Hellenic Council UW-Whitewater By-Laws 1. Membership dues shall be 10 dollars per council member, per semester, for each member organization. National Pan-Hellenic Council dues and penalties shall be paid no later than the second meeting of each semester. 2. National Pan-Hellenic Council meetings shall be held at least twice per month or at the discretion of the council. 3. At least one (1) advisor shall be aware of all National Pan-Hellenic Council meetings. 4. Each organization shall have one voting delegate/alternate per meeting. In the event of the voting delegate being absent, a written proxy may be designated. 5. The National Pan-Hellenic Council shall consider no organization active until their dues and or penalties are paid in full. 6. Each affiliate member organization shall maintain financial and moral status to good practices toward the council programs. 7. All member organizations will be asked to furnish a copy of their individual chapter s calendar of events for the year. 8. Each National Pan-Hellenic member organization seeking to hold events that are in conflict with another National Pan-Hellenic Council member organization shall be subject to precedent of the organization with the highest cumulative grade point average. 9. In the interest of Greek unity, each National Pan-Hellenic member organization shall only hold one week of events per semester. Any group seeking to hold more than one week must make a formal request to the National Pan-Hellenic Council whereas the members of the council will cast a decisive vote. The decision of the council is final. 10. No National Pan-Hellenic Council organization shall hold conflicting events on the same date. If this happens, then the organization that is scheduled first shall keep the event. The organization in question shall have three (3) business days to cancel the event. 11. The National Pan-Hellenic Council shall hold at least three events per semester consisting of one academic, social, and community service. 7

9 12. In the event of two (2) absences during a semester, the organization in question will be fined $ The third absence will result in an additional $35 and four (4) or more will result in that organization being suspended for the remainder of the semester. 8