Constitution of the Billiards Club
at
Radford University



Article I: Name
The name of this organization shall be the Billiards Club at Radford University (BC) affiliated with the Campus Recreation.

Article II: Purpose
The purpose is to prepare members for tournaments and to gain better knowledge of different games for billiards.

Article III: Membership
Section 1. General requirements Membership is open to all Radford University students, faculty and staff. Membership in this organization will not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, race, creed, nationality, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran or marital status, or religious or political affiliation.

Section 2. Categories of membership
Active members of the Billiards Club shall be determined by the chapter activity, payment of dues, and national affiliation. Chapter honorary members may be selected by any chapter in recognition of significance or accomplishment.

Section 3. Qualification and Privileges
Active membership carries voting privileges. Privileges include participation in activities and programs sponsored by the organization. Voting qualifications are as follows: 1. Members must be currently enrolled at Radford University 2. Membership must be in good standing as defined by the current Executive Board 3. Members must have paid their dues to the appropriate person and by the specified time

Section 4. Selection
New members can be selected each semester.

Section 5. Removal
Members of the BC may be removed from chapter membership only for just cause by a vote of 3/4th of the entire voting membership. Any such removal must be approved by the chapter Advisor.

Article IV: Meetings

Section 1.Meetings
will be held at least twice a month during the academic year and special meetings may be called if necessary.

Section 2.Business
will be conducted according to Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised. In case of voting tie, the President will cast the deciding vote.

Section 3.A quorum is two-thirds (2/3) of the active members.

Section 4. A simple majority, (50%, plus one) rules.

Article V: Dues
Section 1. Dues shall be paid per semester. Fall semester 50 dollars and spring 51 dollars. Club dues shall be set yearly at the first meeting held in the fall semester of each academic year upon recommendation of the Advisor. Section 2. Dues shall be collected by the Treasurer within 30 days of the first meeting of the semester. The President and Advisor will review dues collection on a monthly basis.

Article VI: Officers
Section 1. The BC officers shall be: President, Vice President, and Secretary
Section 2. Qualification for Officers Only full-time students may serve as officers. In addition, they must be a paid member.
Section 3. Duties of the officers are as follows:
Additional duties of the officers are listed in the by laws.
1. President- Provides leadership and overall direction for the campus chapter. Prepares and maintains a calendar of scheduled chapter events, and oversee the chapter meetings.

2. Vice President/ Web designer- Assists the President in the web design as well as keep web site up to date on a weekly basis.

3. Secretary/ Treasurer- Receives and disburses funds and manages the financial affairs of the campus chapter, keeps a voucher system to account for all expenses and serves as chairman of the fund raising committee.

Section 4. A majority vote of the active membership will determine the election of officers. Elections will be held mid-Spring semester for the following academic year. Officers will serve a term of one full academic year.

Section 5. Officers can be recommended for removal by the Executive Board for a just cause or if they fail to meet membership qualifications, fail to execute the duties of the office, or fail to satisfactorily attend the general and executive board meetings, unless excused by the President or Advisor(s). Approval by a majority vote of the active membership is necessary.

In case of resignation or dismissal, the outgoing officer must notify the Executive Board, which consists of the officers and advisor(s). The unoccupied position will be filled by appointment by the Executive Board unless the unfinished term of the officer is longer than a month before the annual spring elections, in which case an election will be held to fill the vacancy for the remainder of the term.

Article VII: Advisor(s):
Section 1. A current full-time faculty/ staff member of Radford University will be eligible to be the campus chapter advisor(s).

Section 2. The advisor(s) shall work closely with the organization in coordinating activities to insure they are conducted in compliance with Radford University policies, and the laws of the United States, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the City of Radford.

Section 3. The advisor(s) will be recommended by the Executive Board and elected by a majority vote of the active membership. The purpose of the advisor(s) is to help give members guidance in policies and procedures concerning this organization.

Section 4. The advisor(s) will be removed for just cause at the recommendation of the Executive Board and removed by a majority vote of the active membership.

Article VIII: Committees
Section 1. Executive Committee
On a monthly basis, the Executive Board will meet to discuss issues pertaining to the chapter. All Board members and Committee chairs are required to attend these meetings.

Section 2. Standing Committees
Promotion and Fundraising Committee

Section 3. Special Event Committees
will be set up as needed by the campus chapter. The committee chair will report committee activities at each general meeting as appropriate.

Article IX: Responsibilities
The organization will adhere to University policies, the Constitution, and laws of the United States of America, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the City of Radford.

Article X: Amendments
Section 1. Proposed amendments to the constitution of the Billiards Club at Radford University must be brought forth during a regular business meeting. The amendment must then be presented to a quorum of the organization at the next regular business meeting. All active members must be notified by e-mail of the proposed amendment. A two-thirds vote of the active membership shall be required for adoption. Section 2. Any revision of the constitution must be reviewed and/or approved by the Coordinator for Student Leader Resources.


Amendment 1. Reinstatement:

- The Person should raise no less than 100 dollars for the Billiards Club at Radford University.
- Clean tables in the game once a week for a semester.
- As well as give a presentation on pool etiquette wearing formal attire.