Student OrgsGustavus Adolphus Figure Skating Club

Statement Of Purpose/ Mission
The Gustavus Synchronized Figure Skating team, also known as the Gustie Blades, was established in 2007. Since then, we have formed the Gustavus Adolphus Figure Skating Club as a way to gain interest in the sport at Gustavus and to encourage fellow Gusties to learn how to skate and further their abilities. The members of this club vary in difficulty level and experience, but all share the same passion for skating. Whether you have never skated before, or have been skating your whole life, this club is open to anyone interested in skating!
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Application Type
Sports and Recreation
Constitution
  • Article I: Name and Purpose
    • Section 1: Title 
      • Gustavus Adolphus Figure Skating Club
    • Section 2: Purpose/Mission: The Figure Skating Club will strive to… 
      • Provide an opportunity for college students to skate competitively or casually
      • Educate and encourage members to stay active by skating
      • Foster a casual environment for members to enjoy the sport amongst friends and team members
  • Article II: Membership
    • Section 1: Eligibility
      • All Gustavus Adolphus students in good academic standing are eligible to participate in the Figure Skating Club. Members should express an interest in learning to skate and improving their skills.
    • Section 2: Membership Requirements
      • Full Membership Criteria: members should attend practices regularly to be considered for the competitive team of the club. Members who do not wish to compete are welcome to attend as many or as few practices as they choose in order to provide an inclusive environment for all to learn.
  • Article III: Executive Board
    • Section 1: Qualifications
      • An individual who is qualified to be elected as a member of the executive board into the President or Co-President positions has at least one season of experience with the Figure Skating Club, is in good academic standing,  is not under disciplinary probation, and exemplifies great leadership and organization. Other members of the executive board can be new members.
    • Section 2: Elected Officers 
      • President/Co-President
      • Vice President/Co-President
      • Secretary
      • Treasurer
      • Risk Manager
    • Section 3: Duties of Officers
      • President/Co-President
        • Set meeting agenda with assistance from the other officers. 
        • President and vice president are responsible for leading group meetings.
      • Vice President/Co-President
        • Collect eligibility forms/travel waivers from each member.
        • President and vice president are responsible for leading group meetings.
      • Secretary
        • Be the primary source of communication with the club: via email, GroupMe, etc.
      • Treasurer
        • Keep track of finances and keep a financial record.
        • Submit finance requests to the Senate.
        • Help plan events for the team to raise funds.
      • Risk Manager
        • Ensure all official Figure Skating Club rules ensure the safety of club members.
        • Ensure the enforcement of safety-related rules.
  • Article IV: Elections
    • These positions will be nominated for at the end of each season, with a requirement that there must be at least one junior represented on the executive board. Having a junior on the board will allow them to gain leadership experience for the upcoming season. In the case of a tie, a re-vote will be taken with just those who tied in the running. In the case of another tie, both will share that executive board position. 
  • Article V: Meetings 
    • Section 1: Regular Meetings/Club Activities
      • Meetings will be held when necessary to discuss important upcoming club activities including, but not limited to, competitions, events, or business transactions. 
      • The executive board will notify members via email as well as announcements at club functions such as practices, meets, etc.
    • Section 2: Special Meetings
      • Executive board members may call special meetings as needed and in the event that something unexpected or important occurs that needs to be dealt with immediately. Members will be notified as they would for a regular meeting, and conducted in a similar fashion
    • Section 3: Parliamentary Authority
      • Executive board members will run meetings. Prior to the meeting, the board members will form an agenda that outlines the content of the meeting. Team members attending the meeting will be allowed to voice questions, concerns, and ideas that pertain to the team. 
  • Article VI: Finances
    • Section 1: Fundraising
      • Finances will primarily be raised through some team fundraising along with money allocated from the student senate.
    • Section 2: Student Senate
      • The executive board is responsible for creating each year's budget and applying for money through the student senate in the fall and the spring. This budget will include travel expenses, competition fees, and equipment. 
  • Article VII: Amendments
    • Section 1: Amendment Proposals
      • Any member of the Figure Skating Club can propose an amendment to the club’s constitution by presenting it to the executive board
    • Section 2: Ratification
      • Proposed amendments will be voted on at meetings and require a ⅔ vote by members in order to be ratified.
 
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