Gustavus Adolphus College

The name of this organization is Lambda Alpha Nu. This organization shall be conducted as a Business Fraternity comprised of students interested in learning more about and actively pursuing the field of business.

Section 1. We, as members of Lambda Alpha Nu at Gustavus Adolphus College, do affirm that we stand firmly against any discrimination or actions directed against any group or individual. Any individual being considered for membership shall be accepted solely of the basis of his or her status as a business major or minor at Gustavus Adolphus College, his or her willingness to complete the pledge rush, and his or her willingness to serve Lambda Alpha Nu in the spirit of business.

Section 2. Pledging. In order to be initiated into Lambda Alpha Nu, one must complete a 2 week long rush period. Within this rush period, the pledges, led by the Rush Leader, will set up fund-raising and fellowship events, write a resume, attend an interview conducted by active members, and take an oath of allegiance to the organization. There must be at least 5 events/meeting for pledges, and they must attend 80% of these gatherings.

Section 3. Active Membership. Members become active after completing the rush process and being inducted through an Initiation/Activation Ceremony. Active Members must attend all meetings unless they inform the secretary of an absence, vote on all issues, serve on a committee, and pay dues. Active members who fail to meet these requirements may be asked to leave the fraternity.

Section 1. The Executive Officers of this fraternity shall be: 2 Co-Presidents, Rush Leader, Secretary, and Treasurer.

Section 2. Duties. The Co-Presidents shall represent the fraternity, conduct meetings, schedule events, and keep in contact with the advisor. The Rush Leader shall conduct all rush events for the pledges, and keep the active members informed of the pledging situation. The Secretary shall keep attendance at each event, take minutes at each meeting, and send copies of these minutes to active members and the advisor. The Treasurer shall keep records of all monetary transactions and be responsible for all accounts.

Section 3. Terms. The Executive Board shall serve for one semester, with elections being held in December and May for the following semesters. Members must accept nomination before being voted into office. The Executive Board retains the right to fill a vacated office until the next election.

Section 1. The committees shall be Social, Finance, and Touring

Section 2. Duties. The Social Committee is charged with planning social events for the fraternity. The Finance Committee is charged with planning fund-raisers, and should include the Treasurer. The Touring Committee is charged with contacting businesses to conduct group tours, and keeping a record of these events for future reference.

Section 3. Committees may be formed for specific events at the discretion of the Executive Board or by a vote of the members.

Section 4. An alumni board may be created at the discretion of the fraternity. This may include of an alumni secretary who will keep track of addresses and job information of past members.

Section 1. Meetings are to be held either weekly or bi-monthly during the academic year, as determined necessary by the Executive Board. The meetings shall be run and agendas made by the Co-Presidents.

Section 2. Voting. 2/3 of the active members are needed for a quorum. A vote needs only a simple majority of present members.

Section 3. The Co-Presidents may call special meetings as deemed necessary.

Dues shall be determined by the Financial Committee and be paid once a semester.

By-Laws and amendments to this constitution can be made with a quorum vote of the active members. A one week notice must be given before a vote is taken for making new rules.

If the Fraternity is dissolved or becomes inactive, all property of the organization shall be stored in the business fraternity office upstairs in the Social Science Center for future use by the business fraternity. Any funds shall be left in accounts for future use also.

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