The

Constitution

of the

Zeta Omicron Chapter

of

KAPPA KAPPA PSI

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Written: May 27, 1973

 

 

 

 

 

Eighteenth[.1]  Revision: November 8, 1999

 


 

 

                Be it known that we, the undersigned, all active members of KAPPA KAPPA PSI, from The University of Akron, recognized formally by the National Headquarters at Stillwater, Oklahoma, have drawn up the instrument herein contained and approved for the first time. After due consideration, this document has been readopted as the operating Constitution of the Zeta Omicron chapterChapter. The regulations, stipulations, and bylaws contained herein shall govern our future activity, which shall at all times be consistent with the letter and spirit of the Code of the National Chapter.

 

In Affirmation, we hereby have affixed our signatures this day, the ______________ 19992005.

 

Chapter Sponsor:

 

19972005-1998 2006 Officers

 

President:

 

Vice President:

 

Parliamentarian:

 

Membership Education Officer:

 

Treasurer:

 

Secretary:

 

Historian:


Preamble:

Be it known that Zeta Omicron Chapter of KAPPA KAPPA PSI, honorary fraternity for University Band members of The University of Akron, is an organization operating exclusively in the field of The University of Akron Bands, for the following several purposes:

 

1.                    To promote the existence and welfare of The University of Akron bands and to cultivate at large a wholesome respect for their activities and achievements.

2.                    To foster a program of active assistance to the Director of Bands, assuming a designated share of responsibility in the recruiting and organization of the membership of the band program.

3.                    To honor outstanding band members through privilege of the membership extended as a reward for technical achievement and an appreciation for the best in music.

4.                    To stimulate leadership on the campus and promulgate an uncompromising respect through the medium of the University bands for proper conduct, good taste, and an unswerving loyalty to the ideals and organizations of which one is a part.

5.                    To foster a close relationship between College and University bands and promote a high average of attainment by the performance of good music.

6.                    To promote the selection and participation in worthwhile projects within the campus and surrounding community.

7.                    To provide a pleasant and helpful social experience for all engaged in a University band work, and to cooperate with other musical organizations in a manner consistent with the purposes of the University of Akron and its band programs.
 Table of Contents

Preamble: 3

1         General Functions and Scope of the Constitution.. 6

1.1           Scope. 6

1.2           Legaliblity.. 6

2         Name. 6

2.1           Formal Title. 6

2.2           Incorportated non-profit organization.. 6

3         Purpose. 6

3.1           Main Purpose. 6

3.2           Combined Purpose. 6

4         Organization.. 6

4.1           Jurisdiction of National Chapter. 6

4.2           Jurisdiction over members. 6

4.3           Responsibilities of the Sponsor. 6

5         Membership. 7

5.1           Membership Types. 7

5.2           Membership Exceptions. 7

5.3           Eligibility for Membership. 7

5.4           Entry into Membership Education Program.. 7

5.5           Initiation Requirements. 7

5.6           Active Membership Requirements. 7

5.7           Duties of Active Membership. 7

5.8           Transferring Membership. 7

5.9           TAU BETA SIGMA Transfering Membership. 7

5.10         Associate Membership. 8

5.11         Conditional Membership. 8

5.12         Limitations of Conditional Members. 8

5.13         Inactive Membership. 8

5.14         Alumni Membership. 8

5.15         Life Membership. 8

5.16         Honorary Membership. 8

5.17         Initiation Fees. 9

5.18         Probation.. 9

5.19         Suspension.. 9

5.20         Expulsion.. 9

5.21. 9

6         Membership Education Procedures. 9

6.1           Eligiblity of Initiates. 9

6.2           Definition of Bands. 9

6.3           Requirements of Prospective Memberes. 10

6.4           Responsibility of the Membership Education Program.. 10

6.5           Duration.. 10

6.6           Third Degree Limitations. 10

6.7           Schedule of First Degree. 10

6.8           Voting on Initiates. 10

6.9           Termination of Membership Education of Initates. 11

6.10         Submittion of the name of the Candidate. 11

7         Officers and their Duties. 11

7.1           Officers. 11

7.2           Election Process. 11

7.3           Eligilibiltiy of Officers. 11