ARTICLE 1-NAME The name of this organization shall be the Clarion Climbing Team. ARTICLE 2-PURPOSE This club is being created for students who would like to compete in climbing competitions in the local area. Also, for those who wish improve their climbing skills. Students will be able to experience the benefits of both exercising and meeting new people with similar interests. This club will attract people that want to improve their climbing abilities or try something new. ARTICLE 3-MEMBERSHIP Section 1. People interested in joining the club must sign a document stating that the club or Clarion University of Pennsylvania is not liable for any injuries that may occur while climbing. It is recommended that people interested in the group come to the rock wall and the biweekly meetings. Information will be posted at the rock wall. Section 2. There will be no membership fees, but there could be possible registration fees for competitions. Section 3. Members may be dismissed for any of the following reasons: hazing, action not considered as good sportsmanship, failing to attend any meetings and/or training sessions, failing to sign a liability waiver, or the lack of participation in any fundraisers that may occur. ARTICLE 4- DUTIES AND ELECTIONS OF THE OFFICERS Section 1. The officer positions will include a treasurer, secretary, quarter master, vice president, and president. The treasurer will have the responsibilities of handling money used to buy shirts, flyers, and any money obtained from fundraising. The secretary position will be responsible for taking attendance, sending out email notices concerning meeting times and locations, collecting any signed liability waivers from members, and preregistration for competitions. The quarter master will be in charge of keeping track of gear. Vice President will have the responsibilities of advertisement of the club, and helping the secretary and treasurer if need be. The president will have the responsibility of organizing locations and times for fundraisers, the oversight of the club’s activities and events, aiding the other government positions in any nature, and making sure the club maintains a positive and friendly attitude toward one another. Section 2. Elections will occur once a year. The President from the previous year will run the elections. If a new president is chosen, then they will gain the responsibilities of overseeing the elections. If an elected person chooses to step down from their position mid-year, an election will occur to replace the spot that needs filled. Section 3. Elections will be determined by the majority to assure a fair election. ARTICLE 5- ROLE OF CAMPUS ADVISOR Section1. The advisor is selected based on their enjoyment of climbing. Their job is to oversee that there are no problems in the club and that the bylaws are followed. Section2. The advisor’s role is to help and advise us, concerning club matters. ARTICLE 6- MEETINGS Section 1. The Climbing Team will have official meetings biweekly and will have two climbing sessions per week. Section 2. At least three people must be at a meeting to make it valid. Section 3. Any decisions that occur during a meeting will be reached by majority. Section 4. Meetings will be called to order by the president. The president will make any needed announcements concerning the group. Any additional topics will be discussed. The meeting will then be called to an end. Section 5. Special meetings will be decided by the president. This decision must be approved by the Vice President, secretary, and treasurer. The secretary will notify members by email, no later than a day. ARTICLE 7 Section 1. There will not be initial dues for members Section 2. Possible funds will be requested from Senate. Section 3. The club will plan fundraising activities to support the club, but may request aid from Student Senate. ARTICLE 8 A majority of the members must be reached in order to change any Bylaws. If any member feels as though a Bylaw should be changed, they must resent their concern to the President, who will then lead a vote on whether a change should occur. All changes to the Bylaws must then be approved by the Student Senate, the Vice President of Student Affairs, and the President of Clarion University. ARTICLE 9 These Bylaws, and its amendments, shall become effective upon ratification by the members of the Clarion Climbing Team and following the approval of the Student Senate of Clarion University of Pennsylvania, the vice president for student & university affairs, and the president of Clarion University.