COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023

the organization. 3. Membership eligibility requirements.

Clubs and Organizations Policies All students are encouraged to contribute to the decision-making process of the College. Students should voice their comments and suggestions through the student organizations and follow the chain of command. Student organizations and activities give the student body an opportunity to make positive contri- butions to both the community and the institution. All student organizations are open to all students of this institution who qualify for membership. Campus organizations shall be open to all stu- dents without respect to race, creed, national origin, gender, or disability. All clubs and organizations must conform to the laws and policies of the State of Alabama and the Alabama Community College System. No club or organization shall cause or encourage non- attendance of classes or campus activities without prior consent of proper college officials. Clubs or organizations shall not encourage any action that might cause disrespect to a student, instructor, or college activity. Obtaining Continued Recognition Chartering Procedures/Official Recognition A. Formation of New Organizations -

4. A list of promoting students. 5. A listing of officers by title and duties and any special function of the offices. 6. A statement of the length of terms of the officers and the time and method of election. 7. A statement of when, where, and how often meetings will be held. 8. A statement of membership dues, including amount and frequency of payment, and provision for disposition of any funds in the event of dissolution of the organization. 9. Provision for club advisors and name of club advisor. 10. Statement of any national, state, or regional affiliation and a copy of this affiliation’s con - stitution must be attached. B. Temporary - Temporary recognition may be given to organizations upon submission of a constitution containing the above listed requirements and would permit the organizations to function for not more than one semester pending official charter approval. Recognition C. Review and Approval - A typewritten copy of the proposed constitution must be submitted to the Dean of Student Affairs for suggestions, recommendations, and approval. In the event that recognition is withheld, appeal may be made to the President of the College. During the time that the application for recognition is being considered or an appeal is being made,

Any group wishing to organize on campus must submit a written request to the Dean of Student Affairs. The Dean of Student Affairs will present this request to the Executive Council for approval and then notify the group of that decision. At the appropriate time, a constitution containing the following information must be pre- sented to the Dean of Student Affairs for approval: 1. The name of the organization. 2. The statement of purpose of

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