Kappa Pi: Zeta Alpha Pi Chapter Bylaws

Article I - The Chapter

Section 1: Name
The designation for the Huntington University Chapter of Kappa Pi is Zeta Alpha Pi.

Section 2: Purpose
The purpose of Zeta Alpha Pi Chapter shall be to promote excellence and recognize outstanding contributions of art in and with our community.

Section 3: Fiscal Year
The fiscal year shall begin on September 1 and end on May 31.

Section 4: Authority
In all matters of organization and procedures, the Constitution, Bylaws, and Rituals of the International Honorary Art Fraternity of Kappa Pi shall have precedence and should be consulted.


Article II- Membership

Section 1: Obtaining Membership
The membership Committee, consisting of the chapter president, vice president, and faculty advisers, shall determine the most appropriate manner by which to offer and receive applications for Chapter membership. The following minimum requirements shall apply.

1.1 Chapter Membership
Membership in Zeta Alpha Pi Chapter is open to undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty members, and other professional educators.

1.11 Undergraduate
When seeking membership as an undergraduate student, a candidate must:
1.111
have no less than first-term sophomore standing (the equivalent of at least 30 semester hours earned by the end of the term prior to the time of initiation).
1.112
have at least 12 hours (or equivalent) of art courses programmed, in progress, or completed, with at least a B (3.0) average in these art subjects.
1.113
have cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher for all course work completed.
1.114 exemplify worthy achievement in the field of art.
1.115 express an intention of continuing in the field of art.
1.116 give evidence of leadership abilities.

1.12 Chapter Sponsors
When seeking membership as a chapter sponsor, a candidate must:

1.121 be a faculty member of Huntington University.
1.122 be willing and able to help coordinate activities and functions of the chapter.
1.123 not exceed the maximum number of two sponsors.

1.13 Faculty
When seeking membership as a faculty member, a candidate must:

1.131 be a faculty member of Huntington University
1.132 give evidence of support for the Chapter and its programs.

Section 2: Maintaining Active Membership

Chapter members must demonstrate sufficient involvement in the chapter to maintain active membership in the chapter. Active members will attend a minimum of two chapter meetings each semester and participate in a minimum of one chapter sponsored event each semester. NOTE: In the event that the chapter approves activities that require further involvement (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, etc.) members will be expected to participate regularly. Members who desire to maintain active status in the chapter, but are unable to meet the specified requirements, must write a letter to the Executive Committee for approval.


Article III - Finances

The Chapter Treasurer, with the assistance of the Chapter Sponsors, shall keep accurate records of the assets and the liabilities of the Chapter, and shall receive and expend Chapter monies as the Executive Committee directs.

Section 1: Initiation Fee
The Chapter shall remit to the Fraternity Headquarters of Kappa Pi the required information for each initiate, along with the required fees prior to initiation.

Section 2: Local Dues
Annual dues for Zeta Alpha Pi Chapter shall be determined by a majority vote of active members present at a regular Chapter meeting and submitted to Headquarters on the Annual Report.

Article IV - Initiation

All candidates for membership in Zeta Alpha Pi Chapter shall be initiated according to the prescribed Fraternity ritual. Members initiated previously by another chapter of the Fraternity may be formally received into Zeta Alpha Pi Chapter according to the official Fraternity reaffirmation ritual.


Article V - Chapter Officers

Officers of this Chapter shall consist of the following: President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Additional officers may be elected at the discretion of the Executive Committee.

Section 1: Qualifications
Officers must be active members of the Zeta Alpha Pi Chapter at Huntington University and must be in good standing.

Section 2: Election
Officers for the Fraternity year shall be elected, installed, and reported no later than September 1 of each Fraternity year.

2.1 Nominations
Names of the candidates for the office must be submitted to the Executive Committee no later than one week prior to the election.
2.2 Voting
A majority vote of active members shall be required for the election.
2.3 Vacancies
Should a chapter office become vacant because of resignation, neglect of duty or other causes, the Executive Committee may appoint a chapter member to fill the vacancy.


Article VI - Committees
Section 1: Executive Committee
The president and vice president of the Chapter and the Chapter sponsors shall constitute the Executive Committee. It shall be the duty of the Executive Committee to direct the activities of the Chapter, to act in cases of emergency between regular Chapter meetings, and to ensure the timely completion of the all required reports. The Executive Committee may call meetings of the Chapter, other than the regular meetings, for the purpose of discussing or acting upon Chapter business. The Executive Committee shall conduct initiations, or appoint a delegate with said authority.

Section 2: Standing Committees
The Executive Board may annually appoint committees to better serve the members in achieving the purpose of the Chapter is it sees fit.