Updated 5/1/2018

ALPHA KAPPA PSI

Gamma Pi Chapter Bylaws

ARTICLE I: NAME AND LOCATION

Section 1. The name of this chapter shall be the Gamma Pi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity. This chapter is located at Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey.

ARTICLE II: OBJECTIVES

Section 1. The objectives of this chapter shall be to further the individual welfare of its members, to foster scientific research in the fields of commerce, accounts and finance; to educate the public to appreciate and demand higher ideals therein; and to promote and advance in institutions of college rank courses leading to degrees in business administration. (Preamble)

ARTICLE III: LAWS

Section I. The laws of this chapter shall consist of the Rituals of Alpha Kappa Psi, the Constitution and Statutory Code, the interim edicts and Statement of Policy of the Board of Directors, and these Bylaws.

Section 2. This chapter may enact rules and regulations for this chapter’s operations, providing such rules and regulations are consistent with the Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi, the Constitution and Statutory Code, the interim edicts and Statement of Policy of the Board of Directors, and these Bylaws.

Section 3. These Bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the student membership of this chapter in good standing, after first making a motion for any proposed amendment and then allowing that motion to lay on the table for at least one (1) meeting before a final vote is taken. In no case shall this chapter have the right or power to change, alter or amend any requirements of the Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi, the Constitution and Statutory Code, the interim edicts and Statement of Policy of the Board of Directors. All amendments or changes made to these Bylaws by this chapter shall be prepared in triplicate and forwarded to the Chief Executive Officer.

Section 4. These Bylaws will be reviewed annually and be ratified by a majority or two-thirds vote of the student membership of this chapter in good standing.

ARTICLE IV: VOTING

Section 1. Only student members of the Gamma Pi Chapter in good standing shall have the right to vote.

Section 2. In order for any business to be conducted at a chapter meeting, the majority present must be members in good standing of the Gamma Pi Chapter.

ARTICLE V: MEMBERSHIP

Requirements for membership in the association; responsibilities/privileges:

Section 1. The Gamma Pi chapter shall consist of duly initiated student members, affiliated members, and former students of Seton Hall University with such faculty and honorary members as this chapter may receive into membership.

Section 2. Members in good standing shall be defined as having all fees, dues, fines, etc. paid within thirty (30) days of due date and contributing to the growth and well-being of this chapter and the Fraternity by attending chapter events as required and Fraternity events as able. Any member who has been suspended shall not be considered to be in good standing until the suspension is lifted. Members in good standing have the responsibility to pay bi-annual dues on time or set up a payment plan with the Vice President of Finance. Failure to do so, without permission will result in interest charges added on any late payment of $20 added to bi-annual dues. If non compliance occurs, disciplinary action will be taken that could lead to removal from the Fraternity and all association via the Heritage Center.

Section 3. The membership of the Fraternity shall consist of Student Members, Faculty Members, Alumni Members, and Honorary Members. No individual shall be denied membership on the basis of race, creed, National origin, sex, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, age, or handicap. Attendance will adhere to the following order of brother standings: Good Standing, Probation, Suspended, then Expulsion.

1. A Student Member is any full-time undergraduate individual who is properly registered and actively pursuing an undergraduate degree in commerce, economics, business, business administration, or has an interest in the fields pertaining to business, in any aspect, and who has been duly initiated into Seton Hall University. At any given time, a Student Member will be considered to fall under one of the following categories:
   1. Student Member in Good Standing. A Student Member in good standing is an individual that meets the criteria of the following six categories.
      1. Has a term GPA over the minimum 3.0 requirement
      2. Has duly paid his or her bi-annual dues within 30 days of the deadline set or sets up a payment plan with the Vice President of Finance
      3. Attends weekly Chapter meetings and positively contributes to the agenda of that meeting
      4. Attends ALL sacred Rituals of Alpha Kappa Psi
      5. Attends Fraternal sponsored events and meets ALL requirements of the Semesterly Brother Report, which is set every quarter by the President and Vice President of Membership
      6. Conducts at least one (1) workshop to be held during a chapter meeting or chair at least one (1) event for the betterment of the Brotherhood per semester. Student Members in Good Standing are to execute a workshop or chair an event per semester. If a Brother chooses to chair an event, he or she will take full responsibility in the proper planning, budgeting, marketing and execution of the event. At least two (2) weeks before the event, the Brother chairing the event must complete the “Gamma Pi Event Form” as outlined here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1JrYGqfMB9SZNJ083ifvnLNO2jHBf4mi28RKiNLt8ir4/edit?ts=5a03384b
      7. Respects and adheres to the laws and policies of the Fraternity
   2. Probation: A Student Member in “Probation” status is an individual that has not met the following requirements:
      1. Achieved minimum GPA of 3.0 from the prior semester
      2. Attended Chapter meetings with a maximum of 3 unexcused absences per semester; valid excuses are sent 24 hours in advance and will be determined by the Warden
   3. Suspended: A Student Member in “Suspended” status is an individual that has been temporarily removed from the Gamma Pi chapter roster for failing to acquire the total merit points as required by the Semesterly Brother Report, have the above mandated attendance of chapter meetings, or have a minimum term GPA of 3.0 for two consecutive terms. In addition, failure to meet financial requirements within 60 days of the deadline set by the Vice President of Finance will put the Student Member into suspension.
      1. Suspension due to GPA: The member must achieve a term GPA of at least 3.0 for that term in order to remain a brother. The member is only allowed to attend Fraternal Rituals; attendance of chapter meetings or closed fraternal events will not be permitted. If, at the end of a member’s term of suspension, they achieve a GPA of at least 3.0 for that term, they will be reinstated into Good Standing for the following term. Failure to obtain a term GPA of 3.0 for the term of suspension will result in permanent removal from the Gamma Pi Chapter and Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity.
      2. Suspension due to SBR: The member must meet with Judicial Committee to receive an action plan to return to Good Standing. The member is required to attend ALL fraternal rituals, but attendance of Chapter, Formal, and closed fraternal events will not be permitted until the Brother Action Plan has been completed successfully and to the satisfaction of the Judicial Committee. Upon executing a successful Action Plan, the member will be reinstated into Good Standing (effective immediately) and may attend any and all chapter events. Failure to execute will result in permanent removal from the Gamma Pi Chapter and Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity.
      3. Suspension due to Chapter attendance: The member must attend all Chapter meetings, Rituals, and meet all requirements of the SBR for the remainder of the term. Meeting these requirements for the term will result in reinstating the member into Good Standing.
      4. If any Suspended member is successfully reinstated into Good Standing (by completing their event or achieving the required GPA), that member may not fall back into Bad Standing for the two active terms immediately following their suspension (“Leave of Absence” terms do not count; the member must remain in Good Standing for the next two terms in which they are active participants in the chapter). If the member does fall back into Bad Standing, they will be permanently removed from the Gamma Pi Chapter and Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity.
   4. Expelled: A Student Member in “Expelled” status is an individual that has been permanently removed from all rights of membership by a trial process.
   5. Resigned: A Student Member in “Resigned” status is an individual that has permanently removed him or herself from Fraternity membership.
2. Alpha Kappa Psi will have two Faculty Members. A Faculty Member is an individual who is an officer of administration or a member on the regular faculty of commerce, economics, business, or business administration (or their equivalent) and who has been duly initiated into Seton Hall University Chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi. The faculty members will not have voting privileges.
   1. One of these faculty members shall be a full time faculty member of Seton Hall University and service as main liaison to the Office of Campus Activities (OCA).
   2. The second faculty member can be a part or full time faculty member at Seton Hall University and service as secondary liaison to the Office of Campus Activities (OCA).
3. An Alumni Member is an initiated member of Alpha Kappa Psi who is in good standing that is not a student member. An alumni member will not have voting privileges.
4. An Honorary Member is an individual who is not eligible to be a Student Member, Faculty Member, or Alumni Member but to whom, subject to the approval of the Gamma Pi Chapter Advisor, Regional Director, and Fraternity President, membership is granted as an honor and distinction by Seton Hall University. An honorary member will not have voting privileges.

Section 4. An individual who is a member or a former member of any other professional fraternity in commerce is NOT eligible to be a member of Alpha Kappa Psi. A member of Alpha Kappa Psi who joins any other professional fraternity whose object and purpose, in the sole determination of the Board of Directors of the Fraternity, is substantially identical to the objects and purpose of Alpha Kappa Psi shall be terminated as a member thirty (30) days after notice is sent to the member explaining the reason for termination and providing the member the opportunity to meet with the Board of Directors.

Section 5. A member who desires to transfer membership from the chapter of which he or she is a member to this chapter (Gamma Pi) may do so provided that: (i) the member presents to this chapter (Gamma Pi) verification from their original chapter stating that all financial obligations have been paid and that the member is in Good Standing with the Fraternity, and (ii) this chapter (Gamma Pi) has voted to admit said member. Such member shall be referred to as an “Affiliated Member.” Voting procedures shall be the same as used for admitting candidates into pledging (“The number of unfavorable votes needed to exclude a candidate from pledgeship in the Gamma Pi chapter shall not exceed twenty five percent (25%) of this chapter and shall be written into its bylaws”).

Section 6. No member in Good Standing shall be denied or abridged the right to vote or hold office. Honorary Members, Faculty Members, Chapter Advisors, and those Student Members who are in Bad Standing or Suspended, for either financial delinquency, non-attendance, or other disciplinary action which has been taken by the chapter, shall not be eligible to vote or hold office in this chapter.

Section 7. The membership of a brother of Alpha Kappa Psi shall terminate upon receipt of that member’s written resignation by the Chief Executive Officer of the Fraternity, pending written consent from the VP of Finance that no money is owed. Membership is also terminated upon the member’s death. Any resignation does not relieve the member of any obligations incurred or commitments made before the resignation

*Resigning after the completion of the second week of the term DOES NOT relieve the members’ debt. Dues must be paid for this period regardless of membership status.

ARTICLE VI: PLEDGING AND INITIATION

Section 1. Members of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity shall be accepted and initiated into membership only by and through a college chapter. There shall be no discrimination because of race, creed, sex, religion, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or handicap.

Section 2. The Gamma Pi Chapter, under the direction of its Vice President of Membership, shall adopt a program of study on parliamentary procedure and on the history, organization, administration and ideals of the Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity in conformity with the Handbook of the Fraternity. This shall include a standard examination prepared by the Fraternity Office, which shall be graded by the Gamma Pi Chapter. The Gamma Pi Chapter shall inform all of its pledges of the financial obligations they will assume if initiated into membership.

Section 3. To qualify to enter pledging, each prospective pledge of the Gamma Pi chapter must:

1. Be an undergraduate student enrolled at Seton Hall University
2. Meet all requirements and regulations with respect to Fraternity rushing and pledging prescribed by Seton Hall University’s code of conduct.
3. Express their firm intention of completing a course of study and of receiving a degree in the same.
4. Possess a grade point average of not less than 3.0.
5. Have paid any required Pledge Fees in full; and
6. Be invited to join the Fraternity and approved for pledging by the members of this chapter.

Section 4. Candidates will be admitted into new member process upon approvals through the interview process, after voted in by the interviewing brothers.

Section 5. If any individual should fail to accept an invitation to membership extended by the Gamma Pi chapter by the time of Induction without valid reason, said invitation shall automatically be withdrawn, subject to the approval of the Executive Committee of this chapter.

Section 6. A pledge is the acceptance of an offer to join Alpha Kappa Psi, binding upon the pledge but not upon the Fraternity. The pledge oath of The Ritual shall be administered by the Master of Rituals, preferably in connection with a meeting of this chapter, after the candidate has been favorably voted upon.

Section 7. The Gamma Pi Chapter shall present each pledge with an official pledge pin at the time of pledging and instruct each pledge to wear that pledge pin on the left coat/jacket lapel, the left blouse/shirt collar or on a sweater over the heart. Each pledge pin shall be paid for to this chapter by the pledge to which it was assigned. The only Alpha Kappa Psi merchandise that pledges are permitted to wear is the pledge pin.

Section 8. The length of the pledge process shall be six (6) weeks. Any pledge who does not complete all national requirements of the pledge period shall be automatically dropped from pledging.

Section 9. To qualify for initiation to this chapter’s membership each pledge must:

1. Fulfill the qualifications for admittance to the pledge period (Certification of a minimum grade point average must be obtained from Seton Hall University);
2. Fulfill any additional requirements from Seton Hall University;
3. Have satisfactorily completed the pledge program and receive a passing grade (76%) on the Fraternal Pledge Examination;
4. Have paid any required Initiation Fees in full; and
5. Be invited to and approved for membership by the members of this chapter.

*signature of all forms signifies adherence to these guidelines.

Section 10. The members of the Gamma Pi Chapter may be initiated into the Fraternity only by the complete initiation ceremony specified in The Ritual of the Fraternity. This chapter should use standard Ritual regalia, available from the Heritage Center, for initiation and other chapter ceremonies. All equipment or paraphernalia in initiation exercises is prohibited.

Section 11. This chapter shall hold at least two (2) initiations during each academic year.

ARTICLE VII: MEETINGS

Section 1. This chapter shall hold at least two (2) business meetings each month during the academic year, at which a quorum shall be present.

Section 2. Business meetings of this chapter shall be determined due to the flexibility of dates made available by the executive board.

Section 3. Business meetings of this chapter shall be conducted in conformance with the “Official Procedure for Conduct of Meetings of Alpha Kappa Psi” and with Robert’s Rules of Order, newly revised. The order of business shall be:

1. Opening according to Ritual Procedure
2. Reports from officers
3. Reports from standing committees
4. Reports from special committees
5. Unfinished (or Old) business
6. New business
7. Announcements
8. Adjournment according to Official Procedure

*Robert’s Rules of order MUST be utilized and enacted during every meeting

Section 4. Special meetings of this chapter may be called by the president or by a majority vote of the Executive Committee. Notice of such special meetings must be given in writing to each member of this chapter at least twenty four (24) hours before the scheduled starting time of the special meeting; said written notice must state the time, place and purpose of the special meeting.

Section 5. Any Student Member who misses three (3) scheduled meetings or required events per term without excuses acceptable to the Gamma Pi Executive Committee shall be subject to the consequences as stated in Article V, Section 3, Sub-Section 1, Part c. A member may appeal any Bad Standing or Suspension decision against them to the chapter’s Judicial Committee.

Section 6. In the absence of the President and the Vice President(s), any officers of this chapter may call a meeting to order, and the membership shall then elect a member to preside for the duration of that meeting, subject to the arrival of the president or vice president who shall preside whenever present.

Section 7. Cellular devices and Laptops must be silenced and ignored during meetings. Failure to do so will prompt a warning from the Warden.

Section 8. Business Casual attire or Fraternity Letters must be worn during meetings. Consistent deviation from dress code may warrant exclusion from the meeting. Appropriate attire is at the discretion of the Warden.

Section 9. All graduating brothers that are deemed in good standing for their final term may attend the minimum required chapter meetings and must attend all rituals of Alpha Kappa Psi for that term.

ARTICLE VIII: CHAPTER OFFICERS

Section 1. The officers of this chapter shall consist of the President, the Vice President of Membership, Secretary, Vice President of Finance, the Master of Rituals, Vice President of Public Relations, Vice President of Outreach, Historian, and Warden. The President, the Vice President(s), the Secretary, the Master of Rituals, Warden, and Pledge Educators shall be elected by the members of the Gamma Pi chapter from among this chapter’s members duly initiated and in good standing while other officer positions shall be appointed by said elected officers. Faculty members, honorary members, and chapter advisors shall not be eligible to serve nor vote to elect the chapter officers. Prior to each executive board meeting, executive board members are required to fill out the “Executive Board Accountability Form” to report individual and committee tasks assigned by the President. The time of election and the length of the terms of the Chapter Officers shall be left to the discretion of the Gamma Pi Chapter; provided, however, that no term shall be less than one term. In the event of a permanent vacancy in any elected office of this chapter, a special election shall be held as soon as possible after the vacancy occurs. The Chapter Secretary shall notify the Chief Executive Officer and the appropriate Regional Director of the result of any such election within five (5) days of the election.

Section 2. Duties:

1. President: The President shall be the executive head of the Gamma Pi chapter and shall be a full-time undergraduate student at Seton Hall University. The President shall preside over its meetings and shall have the power to call special meetings when considered necessary. The president shall enforce strict observance of the laws and policies of the Fraternity shall decide points of order, shall have power to appoint any officers or committees not provided for by the Constitution and Statutory Code of the Fraternity or the bylaws of this chapter. The President shall not be entitled to vote within this chapter except: (a) in the election of the Chapter Congress Delegate and the alternate of this chapter; (b) in the election of the Regional Delegate and alternate; (c) in the election of the Chapter Officers; (d) in the election of candidates into membership or potential membership; and (e) in the event of a tie vote. The president shall have such further powers and duties as may be prescribed by the Board of Directors.
   1. In the event that a vacancy or vacancies occur within the executive committee of the Seton Hall Chapter and no line of succession is defined in this chapter’s bylaws, the following line of succession should be followed: President, Vice President of Finance, Vice President of Membership, Secretary, and Master of Rituals in that order.
   2. The Gamma Pi Chapter has voted to elect more than one vice president. The designation and duties of this chapter’s vice presidents are as follows:
2. Vice President of Administration: Duties include but are not limited to assisting in the performance of the President’s duties. Responsible for the operations of the chapter, which includes; committee management, Annual Chapter Reporting, and communication between all officers and members. Will also be responsible for the registration of the chapter as an official university student organization.
3. Vice President of Membership: Duties include but are not limited to the coordinating of all events pertaining to recruitment of prospective members. Responsibilities include; RUSH event coordination, correspondence with students, advertising events, and marketing strategy. Other responsibilities include the management of the pledge education program. The Vice President of Membership is not allowed to take a little during their term as Vice President of Membership.
4. Secretary: The Secretary shall keep accurate and complete minutes of all meetings of the Gamma Pi Chapter; shall be the custodian of all records, files, and documents of the Gamma Pi Chapter, except the financial books of account; shall be responsible for the general correspondence of the Gamma Pi Chapter; shall keep a record of all proposals for membership; shall keep a record of every initiate into the Gamma Pi Chapter, and shall keep a separate record of all pledges, initiations, suspensions, expulsions and deaths within the Gamma Pi Chapter and send duplicates of such records to the Chief Executive Officer within five (5) days after the event thereof. The Secretary shall supply such reports as may be requested by the Directors or the Officers of the Fraternity within five (5) days from receipt of such requests, and shall have such further powers and duties as may be prescribed by the Board of Directors.
5. Vice President of Finance: The Vice President of Finance shall be a full-time undergraduate student at Seton Hall University and keep an accurate account of all funds received and expended, and shall make expenditures only upon authorizations of the Gamma Pi President. The Vice President of Finance shall be the custodian of all financial books of account of this chapter, which shall at all times be open to inspection and examination by the Board of Directors or such individuals, committees, or task forces as it may appoint; shall deposit all funds in the name of and to the credit of the Gamma Pi Chapter; and shall prepare a budget covering all necessary expenditures of the Gamma Pi Chapter for the academic year at the beginning of the fiscal year and send a copy thereof to the Chief Executive Officer. The Vice President of Finance shall forward Fraternity Chapter fees paid in connection with the induction and initiation of new members (“Pledge and Initiation Fees”) and membership records of new members to the Chief Executive Officer within five (5) days of their ceremonies; shall promptly forward to the Chief Executive Officer notification when a member has graduated or left college or has been suspended or expelled; and shall furnish such reports as may be requested by the Directors or the Officers of Alpha Kappa Psi within five (5) days from receipt of such requests. The Vice President of Finance shall be bonded to the Chapter Congress under a blanket bond covering all College Chapter Vice Presidents of Finance for the faithful performance of their duties and shall have such further powers and duties as may be prescribed by the Board of Directors.
   1. An audit shall be made immediately after the close of its fiscal year, If for any reason the Vice President of Finance is unable to complete a term of office; an immediate interim audit shall follow. The Vice President of Finance shall report directly to the Gamma Pi membership, and a copy of the audit shall be forwarded to the Chief Executive Officer. A separate monthly reconciliation of cash receipts and disbursements shall be performed and the results shall be promptly reported to the Gamma Pi Chapter.
   2. The Vice President of Finance shall assist the Vice President of Membership in coordinating the Gamma Pi chapter’s effort to obtain a satisfactory standing in the yearly Alpha Kappa Psi Annual Chapter Report system. The Vice President of Finance will further assist in obtaining, preparing, and filing all necessary reports with the Regional Director and the Heritage Center.
6. Master of Rituals: The Master of Rituals shall be in direct charge and supervision of all ritualistic, initiations, and secret work of the Gamma Pi Chapter; shall conduct the office in strict accord with The Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi; and shall have such further powers and duties as may be prescribed by the Board of Directors. The Master of Rituals is not allowed to take a little during their term as Master of Rituals
7. Vice President of Alumni Relations: The Vice President of Alumni Relations shall maintain contact with graduates of Gamma Pi and other chapters, and oversee the publication of The Sapphire Newsletter, a source of information about the chapter for Alumni.
8. Vice President of Public Relations: The Vice President of Public Relations shall be responsible for maintaining relationships with student organizations, faculty, sororities, and other fraternities associated with Seton Hall University. Additionally, the position shall maintain relationships and organize meetings with other Alpha Kappa Psi chapters for events including, but not limited to, MidCourts, Honor Courts, professional, service, social, or fundraising events.
9. Warden: The Warden shall maintain the bylaws of the chapter and ensure that all present at Brotherhood Meetings and Pledge Meetings are in good standing. In order to apply for the Warden position, brothers must be student members for a minimum of one full calendar year.
10. Director of Professionalism: The Director of Professionalism, with the help of the Professional Program Committee, will plan and execute professional events hosted by the Gamma Pi Chapter. In order to apply for the Director of Professionalism position, brothers must be student members for a minimum of one full calendar year.

Section 3. The officers of the Gamma Pi chapter shall be elected during the Spring term of each school year, and shall be installed in the last week of the term thereafter in accordance with the installation ceremony of the Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi. Elected officers shall serve for a term of one (1) year; appointed officers shall serve for the same length of term, with the exception that appointed officers may be removed from office at the discretion of the officer that made the appointment.

Section 4. No candidate for elected office shall be on probation (academic or disciplinary) by Seton Hall University or the Gamma Pi Chapter or be in arrears for any chapter obligation. If any elected officer temporarily or permanently is placed on probation by Seton Hall University or bad standing by the Gamma Pi Chapter, or becomes in arrears for any financial obligation due to the Gamma Pi chapter, that elected officer shall be automatically disqualified from holding office and that specific elected office shall be declared vacant. An election shall be held as soon as practicable to fill the vacant position.

Section 5. Each student and faculty member of the Gamma Pi Chapter shall be notified either in person or in writing by the chapter secretary of the date, time, and place of officer elections; said notice to be given at least ten (10) days before the scheduled election.

Section 6. A candidate for elected office shall be declared elected when that member receives a number of votes equal to majority of quorum present.

Section 7. An elected officer may be removed from office for disciplinary circumstances using the guidelines in Article XI of these bylaws. Separate from disciplinary action, removal from office as a result of the “vote of no confidence” is possible and must be approved by three-fourths (3/4) of the brothers present in good standing during a chapter meeting at which a quorum is present. Such legislation must lie on the table until the next chapter meeting, which shall be at least 48 hours. The officer removed shall not be allowed to serve in said office for a period of not less than one year from the date of removal from said office. In addition, the officer removed shall not be allowed to serve in any other elected office for a period of not less than one semester or scholastic grading period from the date of removal from said office. If an elected officer is removed from office, that office shall be declared vacant and an election shall be held as soon as practical to fill the vacant office. The Gamma Pi Chapter Secretary shall notify the Chief Executive Officer, Regional Director, Chapter Advisor and Faculty Advisor of the results of any such election within five (5) days of the election.

Section 8. It shall be the responsibility of all outgoing officers of the Gamma Pi Chapter to personally give to their successors all written materials, records, reports, and assets pertaining to the conduct and duties of their respective office and also to personally instruct their successors in the proper administration of that office. All written information shall be retained for a minimum of two (2) years. Incoming officers of the Gamma Pi Chapter will share the responsibility to seek out and receive all written materials, records, reports, and assets as well as the counsel of the outgoing officer that precedes them in office.

ARTICLE IX: COMMITTEES

Section 1. The standing committees of the Gamma Pi Chapter shall be the Executive, Alumni, Auditing, Initiation, Membership, Annual Chapter Report, Pledge Instruction, Professional Program, Scholarship, Service, and Social Committees. It is up to the discretion of the officers which committees will be in force each year and how many members will be assigned to each.

1. Executive Committee. The Executive Committee shall be responsible for the management of the Gamma Pi Chapter at all times; the only exception being when a meeting of student members in good standing, with a quorum established, is being conducted. The Executive Committee shall be composed of the President, Vice President(s), Secretary, VP of Finance, and Master of Rituals, and shall be chaired by the President.
2. Alumni Committee. The Alumni Committee shall interest alumni members of the Gamma Pi Chapter in the activities and programs of the Gamma Pi Chapter, and shall attempt to secure the understanding and support of alumni members for chapter goals. An alumni directory shall be kept by this committee and updated on an annual basis. Such updates should be forwarded to the Chief Executive Officer. The alumni secretary shall chair the Alumni Committee and appoint the membership thereof.
3. Initiation Committee. The Initiation Committee shall assist in the supervision of all ritualistic, initiations, and secret work of the Gamma Pi Chapter, and shall share the responsibility to assure that the Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi is properly conducted and observed. The master of rituals shall chair the Initiation Committee and appoint the membership thereof.
4. Membership Committee. The Membership Committee shall investigate and obtain prospective members for the Gamma Pi Chapter, and shall exercise general supervision of all rushing and pledging activities of the Gamma Pi Chapter.
5. Pledge Instruction Committee. The Pledge Instruction Committee shall be responsible for the proper instruction of pledges in full compliance with the Pledge Manual, the Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi, the Constitution and Statutory Code, Robert’s Rules of Order newly revised, and these Bylaws. The Pledge Instruction Committee shall administer to each qualified pledge the standard examination prepared by the Chief Executive Officer and grade the examinations. A vice president shall chair the Pledge Instruction Committee and appoint the membership thereof. The Gamma Pi President, in general, and the Vice President of Membership and/or Pledge Trainer(s), specifically, are in charge of the Gamma Pi Chapter’s Total Membership Education Program. If the Gamma Pi Chapter is reported to be hazing in any way, the President and Vice President of Membership and/or Pledge Trainer(s) will be held personally responsible for this chapter’s actions, and may be personally disciplined by the removal of office or suspension of membership. The discipline may be levied by the Chief Executive Officer with the consent of the Board of Directors.
6. Professional Program Committee. The Professional Program Committee shall establish and promote worthy professional activities for the benefit of the membership of the Gamma Pi Chapter and other business students. This Committee shall work with both faculty and alumni members to achieve a comprehensive professional program.
7. Academic Committee. The Academic Committee shall keep a record of the grade average of each member of the Gamma Pi Chapter, and shall be further concerned with maintaining and improving the scholarship of the members of the Gamma Pi Chapter.
8. Service Committee. The Service Committee shall devise and conduct worthwhile projects to benefit Seton Hall University, other students, or the community.
9. Social Committee. The Social Committee shall establish and promote a social program for the benefit of the membership of the Gamma Pi Chapter in compliance with all Board of Directors Risk Management policies.

*All above committees will be elected with Presidential approval when necessary.

1. Judicial Committee. The Judicial Committee is chosen by the Vice President of Membership and the Warden, and shall serve to make decisions regarding any necessary solutions if there is an occurrence in which the bylaws are not respected.

Section 2. The president of the Gamma Pi Chapter shall have the authority to preside over any committee of this chapter, and also have the power to appoint any committee not provided for by the laws of Alpha Kappa Psi or these Bylaws.

Section 3. Any member of any committee may be removed or replaced by the committee, officer, or member who made the appointment to that committee, with the exception of those officers or members who are specifically designated by these Bylaws to serve on a specific committee. Additionally, the Judicial Committee must consist of a majority of Brothers not elected or appointed to the Executive Board.

Section 4. A majority vote of the members of any committee shall decide any questions before that committee.

Section 5. All Standing Committees will provide a historical outline of prior years, to be retained for a minimum of two (2) years.

ARTICLE X: FINANCE

Section 1. The fiscal year of the Gamma Pi Chapter shall commence on the first day of April and end on the last day of the following March.

Section 2. A budget, covering all expected income and necessary expenses of the Gamma Pi Chapter for the coming fiscal year, shall be prepared by the Vice President of Finance at the beginning of each fiscal year. This budget shall be discussed and approved by the Gamma Pi Chapter, and a copy of the approved budget shall be submitted to the Chief Executive Officer.

Section 3. The pledge fee of the Gamma Pi Chapter shall be determined by Gamma Pi and shall be due and payable by each pledge before administration of the pledge oath. The Vice President of Finance shall pay all Fraternity pledge fees to Alpha Kappa Psi, and send said fees to the Heritage Center within five (5) days after induction of each new pledge. Payment of the pledge fee entitles each pledge to a pledge manual and the use of an official pledge pin.

Section 4. The Fraternity initiation fee for each member shall be determined by the Chapter Congress and payable in advance of initiation. The Vice President of Finance shall pay all Fraternity initiation fees to Alpha Kappa Psi, and send said fees to the Heritage Center within five (5) days after induction of each new member. For said Fraternity initiation fee each initiate shall receive one (1) official recognition pin, a membership certificate, a subscription to The Diary until the next payable due date of membership dues.

Section 5. The Vice President of Finance shall pay to Alpha Kappa Psi, and send to the Heritage Center, the semi-annual Fraternity student membership dues, as determined by the Chapter Congress, for each member of this chapter prior to October 15 and February 15 of each year. Payment of dues shall entitle members to receive The Diary. Payment of yearly dues in full will provide a discount for said members.

*Failure to pay dues on the allotted times will result in the sale of this personal debt to select credit agencies.

Section 6. The Vice President of Finance shall pay to Alpha Kappa Psi, and send to the Heritage Center, the annual liability insurance premium amount, as determined by the Board of Directors, for each member of the Gamma Pi Chapter prior to October 15 of each year.

Section 7. The Gamma Pi Chapter may assess its own dues and fees provided same are not less than the Fraternity dues and fees determined by the Chapter Congress.

Section 8. The Vice President of Finance shall deposit all funds in the name of and credit of Gamma Pi, and shall make expenditures only upon the written authorization of the Gamma Pi Chapter President. The Vice President of Finance shall be bonded to the Chapter Congress under a blanket bond covering all College Chapter treasurers for the faithful performance of their duties and shall have such further powers and duties as may be prescribed by the Board of Directors.

Section 9. The Vice President of Finance shall review at each chapter meeting all revenue and expenditure items since the previous chapter meetings. The Vice President of Finance shall review all amounts owed to this chapter including the names of those who owe funds, and indicate the age of all receivables discussed.

Section 10. In the case of unexpected, unfortunate circumstances, a member may be relieved of his semi-annual Fraternity student membership dues. This must be approved by a majority vote of the Brotherhood, following a brief speech by the requesting member.

ARTICLE XI: DISCIPLINE

Section 1. Any member who is deemed guilty of violating any of the provisions of the Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi, the Articles of Incorporation, the Constitution and Statutory Code, Bylaws, rules, regulations, or edicts which have been properly approved, or who divulges any of the secrets of the Fraternity or who violates the fundamental laws thereof, or who is deemed guilty of gross improper conduct shall be subject to fine, reprimand, suspension, or expulsion after a proper review by the Judicial Committee.

Section 2. Upon the knowledge or receipt of any alleged violation by a member under the guidelines stated in Section 1 of these bylaws, the alleged violations will be investigated and judged in accordance with the Fraternity’s Policy on Disciplinary Procedures as well as the Judicial Committee.

Section 3. Members who have been placed in bad standing or suspended, for either financial delinquency or nonattendance, have lost the right to vote until they come out of bad standing or suspension, and are not to be counted in determination of a quorum for the Gamma Pi Chapter.

Section 4. The Gamma Pi Chapter may assess fines, in accordance with the procedures as the Board of Directors shall establish, against any member for reason of financial delinquency, unexcused absence, lateness or any other failure, and which is necessary to preserve and encourage chapter discipline.

Section 5. A member may appeal any Bad Standing or Suspension decision against them to the chapter’s Judicial Committee, within reasonable time.

ARTICLE XII: EMBLEMS AND AWARDS

Section 1. No jewelry or other merchandise for which Alpha Kappa Psi has purchase agreements shall be purchased by the Gamma Pi Chapter, except in compliance with such agreements.

Section 2. The Gamma Pi Chapter shall not offer or confer any awards which bear the seal, coat of arms or official name of Alpha Kappa Psi without having first obtained the approval of the Board of Directors.

Section 3. The official badge of Alpha Kappa Psi shall be worn only by a fully initiated member of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity or by a member of the immediate family or prospective spouse.

ARTICLE XIII: GENERAL

Section 1. The Gamma Pi Chapter shall observe October 5th, the date of the founding of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity, with appropriate exercise.

Section 2. The Gamma Pi chapter shall observe May 20th, the birthday of the incorporation of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity, with appropriate exercises.

Section 3. The Gamma Pi chapter shall observe the date of the installation of this chapter on June 8th, with appropriate exercise.

Section 4. The Gamma Pi Chapter shall elect a Chapter Congress Delegate and an alternate delegate prior to the date of the annual meeting. The Gamma Pi Chapter’s delegate shall be a member in Good Standing with the chapter and shall have at least one (1) full academic year of undergraduate studies remaining prior to graduation at the time of the election.

Section 5. Upon the request of the Regional Director, the Gamma Pi Chapter shall furnish the names of three (3) resident Alumni Members or Faculty Members who are qualified to serve as Chapter Advisor.

Section 6. These bylaws may be rescinded, changed, or amended, and provisions hereof may be waived only by a three-fourths vote of the Gamma Pi Chapter. No amendment or waiver contrary to the requirements of the Constitution, Statutory Code, Ritual, or Statement of Policy of the Board of Directors shall have any force or effect.

Section 7 All correspondences in regards to official business, and or relating to, the Gamma Pi Chapter shall be conducted via the e-mail server provided by Seton Hall University.

Section 8.The general requirements of all Brothers of the Gamma Pi Chapter are as follows:

a. Brothers cannot miss any more than three (3) meetings, unexcused . For an absence to be excused the Excused Absence Request Form must be completed in the appropriate timeframe and accepted by the Secretary or Warden. This will result in:

i. Loss of speaking privileges during pledge meetings

ii. A Brother Action Plan

iii. Increase in formal duties

iv. A Fine (which shall not exceed 25% of chapter dues )

v. Meeting with Executive Board

b. Co-Chair a program or facilitate events

In addition, a point system will be used to determine contributions to the Brotherhood. Assuming a Brother does not assume fraternal duties such as:all Rituals, attending Business Meetings, fulfilling financial obligations , etc. Each infraction will be worth a demerit point. After four committed infractions fines will be charged to the Brother by discretion of Brotherhood and the Judiciary Committee.

Section 9. In the event of a breach in bylaws or a circumstance which necessitates the Judiciary Committee to intervene, the procedure shall be as follows:

1. The Warden shall convene the Judiciary Committee and two (2) Brothers at large to establish a Judicial Review Board, that shall not exceed five (5) members to review the case.
2. The complainant will bring forth their accusations to the Judicial Review Board, presenting any pertinent evidence or documentation, including reference to the bylaws in question.
3. Any Brother may come forth as a complainant against any other Brother, The Warden on behalf of the Judiciary Committee may also serve as a complainant. In such instance, the Warden shall be recused from the proceeding and the Vice President of Administration shall assume the responsibilities of the Warden for the proceeding.
4. The accused Brother will present their case to the Judicial Review Board, presenting any pertinent evidence or documentation.
5. After both the complainant and defendant have presented their case, the Judicial Review Board will take a vote to determine the resolution.
6. The involved parties will be notified of the resolution via email within 48 hours as well. The Judicial Review Board shall provide the involved parties with a description of their reasoning in reaching the resolution.
7. The accused Brother may solicit the Brotherhood for appeal by a 3/4ths vote. If the defendant receives the votes required, a new Judicial Proceeding will convene in the presence of the Brotherhood and the Brotherhood shall decide with a 3/4ths vote. The Judicial Review Board shall be included in the vote and the Warden shall only vote in a tie. The President and VP of Admin. shall abstain.

Adopted by Alpha Kappa Psi on 8 June 2008

Modified for the Gamma Pi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi on 16 September 2015