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These ByLaws will govern the structure of Rho Chapter of Mu Beta Psi at Northern Michigan University, in conjunction with the National Constitution. All that is not set forth in this document will be left to Chapter policy. Such policy is subject to change by the Will of the Brotherhood as outlined in these ByLaws.
This Chapter of Mu Beta Psi, National Honorary Musical Fraternity, located on the campus of Northern Michigan University, will be called Rho Chapter.
6.1. Government 6.1.1. The membership will be governed by the National Constitution and National Policies of Mu Beta Psi and the ByLaws and policies of the Chapter. 6.1.2. All meetings of the Chapter will be based on Robert's Rules of Order. 6.1.3. The power to interpret the governing procedures of the Chapter will be vested in the President, with recommendations from the Parliamentarian. 6.2. Regulations and Requirements 6.2.1. The regular meetings of Rho Chapter will be held weekly as determined by the majority of members present at the first (1st) General Business meeting of each semester. 6.2.2. Special meetings may be called by the President or by a petition of one-half (1/2) of the Active membership. 6.2.3. The Executive Committee may change the time and/or place of any meeting at any time by majority decision, providing sufficient notification of the Brotherhood is given. 6.2.3.1. If the notification cannot be made 24 hours in advance, the Executive Committee has until 2 hours before the original meeting time to post a vote, via the listserv, to change the time and/or place. 6.2.4. Three-quarters (3/4) of all Active members shall constitute a quorum for an election meeting. For all other meetings two-thirds (2/3) of all Active members shall constitute a quorum. 6.2.5. All policies and changes in policy must be approved by a majority vote of the Active membership.
7.1. Alterations to the ByLaws 7.1.1. The ByLaws of Rho Chapter of Mu Beta Psi may be amended by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of all Active members. 7.1.2. Proposed amendments and revisions to the ByLaws that are defeated will be recorded in the minutes of the meeting in which they were defeated. 7.2. Amendment Log 7.2.1. All amendments made to these Chapter ByLaws and Appendices will be recorded in a log and must include the following: 7.2.1.1. The date on which the amendment was made. 7.2.1.2. The changes made by the amendment. 7.2.1.3. The purpose of the amendment. 7.2.2. The Amendment Log will be attached as an appendix to the Chapter ByLaws.
8.1. The Chapter will keep and maintain an Attendance Policy, which will be attached as an Appendix to the Chapter ByLaws. 8.2. Ratification of this policy, or any changes therein, will require a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of all Active Brothers. 8.3. Upon ratification, this policy will be followed by the Brotherhood.
9.1. Education Policy 9.1.1. The Education Policy and procedures shall be contained in the Member Educator’s handbook. 9.1.2. The Member Educator’s handbook shall hold the same weight as the Chapter ByLaws. 9.1.3. The process for amending the Education Policy shall follow the procedures set for amending the Chapter ByLaws. 9.1.4. Following the conclusion of the education season, the Education Committee shall review the Education Policy and suggest amendments to the Chapter. 9.1.5. All subsequent Education Policy will be subject to the discretion of the Member Educator unless overridden by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the Active Brothers. 9.1.6. Education will be discussed in an Education Committee report at all General Business meetings as needed during education season. 9.2. Initiation 9.2.1. Informal Initiation 9.2.1.1. The Informal Initiation Ritual is subject to review by the Board of Trustees. In accordance with National Policy, the Board of Trustees has final authority over the content of the Informal Initiation Ritual. 9.2.1.2. Changes to the events of Informal Initiation must be approved by a threefourths (3/4) vote of the Active Brotherhood. 9.2.2. Formal Initiation 9.2.2.1. The formal initiation will be as set forth by National Policy 9.2.2.2. The formal initiation will be conducted by the Member Educator, and the storage and safekeeping of any items associated with formal initiation is the responsibility of the Member Educator. 9.3. Big Brother Qualifications 9.3.1. To be a Big Brother at Rho Chapter one must: 9.3.1.1. Be an Active Brother in Mu Beta Psi in good academic standing at Rho Chapter (excluding Active Members of the Alumni Association). 9.3.1.2. Be an Active Brother for at least one full semester.