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THE CONSTITUTION OF THE HIP HOP TEAM OF CLARION
UNIVERSITY
Article I
The name of this organization shall be the Hip Hop Dance Team of Clarion University.
Article II: Purposes
Section 1:
The Hip Hop Dance Team is formed to entertain Clarion University students and other spectators
during any school function where entertainment is needed, including the half-time portion of
basketball games.
Section 2:
We feel this will increase students’ school spirit support for Clarion University’s Golden Eagles.
Members will make connections and friendships, be recognized, and allow others to see the fun in
the team and join as well.
Article III: Membership
Section 1:
Any student who is interested in becoming a member of The Hip Hop Dance Team must try out.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Tryouts are open to all students in good standing with Clarion University; regardless of sex,
age, or race.
Students wishing to tryout will be judged on performance, personality, and overall dance style.
Members must have a minimum of a 2.0 QPA, and this must be maintained throughout their
involvement with the team.
All team members, excluding the selected officers for that academic year, are to re-tryout
every fall semester for that academic year.
All members must attend all practices and performances unless they have been excused by
both of the captains.
Section 2:
There will be a $25.00 membership fee that all members are responsible for paying every year they
are on the team. No member will practice or perform until the fee has been paid.
Section 3:
If a student is selected to join the Hip Hop Dance Team, he or she may be unable to perform at
specific event for habitual absences from practices.
A.
B.
A maximum of two (2) practices are allowed to be missed.
Any practices that are missed must be pre-approved by the captains 24 hours ahead of the
scheduled practice. Missing more than two (2) practices or not having a legitimate justification
for missing practice is not acceptable.
The Hip Hop Dance Team of Clarion University
©2012-2013
Article IV: Duties and Elections of the Officers
Section 1:
Duties of the Captain (President)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Section 2:
Duties of the Captain (Vice President)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Section 3:
Shall be responsible for maintaining all finances.
Shall be responsible for keeping record of all Hip Hop Dance Team expenses and revenue.
Shall be responsible for yearly student senate budget application.
Duties of Fundraising Chairperson
A.
Section 6:
Shall take attendance at every practice and/or meeting.
Shall take down minutes.
Shall be responsible for all paperwork.
Duties of the Treasurer
A.
B.
C.
Section 5:
Shall run practices.
Shall, in conjunction with the captain (President), determine validity of absences from team
practices.
Shall be responsible for overseeing the choreography.
Shall oversee disciplinary actions.
Shall sign documents as organization Vice President.
Duties of the Secretary
A.
B.
C.
Section 4:
Shall run practices.
Shall, in conjunction with the captain (Vice President), determine validity of absences from
team practices.
Shall be responsible for overseeing the choreography.
Shall oversee disciplinary actions.
Shall sign documents as organization President.
Shall be responsible for creating and overseeing fundraising activities.
Election of Officers
A.
B.
C.
Candidates will nominated by existing members for the positions of Captain (President),
Captain (Vice President), Secretary, Treasurer, and Fundraising Chairperson.
Elections will take place at the end of every spring semester.
Majority vote will determine the officers to assure a fair election.
Article V: Role of Faculty Advisor
Section 1:
The advisor is and professor or professional employee of Clarion University who is interested in
advising The Hip Hop Dance Team. The advisor may also voice his/her interest or concern in the
organization.
Section 2:
The advisor can provide input, but the Executive Board will make all decisions regarding the
organization
The Hip Hop Dance Team of Clarion University
©2012-2013
Article VI: Meetings
Section 1:
Practices will be held 2-3 times each week (unless otherwise noted by the Captains).
Section 2:
All Hip Hop Dance Team members must be present at all practices, unless it is excused by the
captains.
Section 3:
All members will vote on any decisions that need to be made; however, the Executive Board will
decide on the suitability of the decisions.
Section 4:
General meeting procedure: The Captains will conduct each meeting/practice.
Section 5:
Special meetings: These meetings will be called by the Captains. A 24 hour notice will be
provided to all members prior to the meeting time. No voting is required. Members will be notified
by Clarion University e-mail.
Article VII: Discrepancy Resolution Procedure
Section 1:
In the event that there is a discrepancy in regards the teams as a whole or practice procedure,
members are to voice the issue at the beginning of the first practice of the week.
Section 2:
In the event that there is a discrepancy in regards to an individual or select group of members on
the team, those members are to report to an elected mediator with the issue.
Section 3:
The mediator is to confront the selected individuals and correct the discrepancy immediately.
Section 4:
The mediator is a team member who is elected at the time of officer elections. He/she is to keep all
discrepancies completely confidential.
Section 5:
In the event that confidential information is released by the mediator to others outside of the
discrepancy, he/she will be immediately removed from the position and elections will be held at the
next practice or meeting to select another team member for the mediator position.
Article VIII: Finances and Funding
Section 1:
Each member will pay a $25.00 membership fee.
Section 2:
Funds will be applied for from Student Senate for the dance team uniforms and other supplies for
the team.
Section 3:
The organization will also support its activities through fundraisers.
Article IX: Amending, Suspending, and Accepting
In order to change the Constitution of the Hip Hop Dance Team, ALL members must vote. All amendments must be
approved by 66% of the organization’s members and by CU Student Senate.
Article X: Ratifications
The affairs of the organization shall be governed as outlined in the above stated Constitution effective upon adoption
by the members of the Hip Hop Dance Team at the meeting and then approved by the Student Senate, the Vice
President or Student Affairs, and the President of Clarion University.
The Hip Hop Dance Team of Clarion University
©2012-2013
UNIVERSITY
Article I
The name of this organization shall be the Hip Hop Dance Team of Clarion University.
Article II: Purposes
Section 1:
The Hip Hop Dance Team is formed to entertain Clarion University students and other spectators
during any school function where entertainment is needed, including the half-time portion of
basketball games.
Section 2:
We feel this will increase students’ school spirit support for Clarion University’s Golden Eagles.
Members will make connections and friendships, be recognized, and allow others to see the fun in
the team and join as well.
Article III: Membership
Section 1:
Any student who is interested in becoming a member of The Hip Hop Dance Team must try out.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Tryouts are open to all students in good standing with Clarion University; regardless of sex,
age, or race.
Students wishing to tryout will be judged on performance, personality, and overall dance style.
Members must have a minimum of a 2.0 QPA, and this must be maintained throughout their
involvement with the team.
All team members, excluding the selected officers for that academic year, are to re-tryout
every fall semester for that academic year.
All members must attend all practices and performances unless they have been excused by
both of the captains.
Section 2:
There will be a $25.00 membership fee that all members are responsible for paying every year they
are on the team. No member will practice or perform until the fee has been paid.
Section 3:
If a student is selected to join the Hip Hop Dance Team, he or she may be unable to perform at
specific event for habitual absences from practices.
A.
B.
A maximum of two (2) practices are allowed to be missed.
Any practices that are missed must be pre-approved by the captains 24 hours ahead of the
scheduled practice. Missing more than two (2) practices or not having a legitimate justification
for missing practice is not acceptable.
The Hip Hop Dance Team of Clarion University
©2012-2013
Article IV: Duties and Elections of the Officers
Section 1:
Duties of the Captain (President)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Section 2:
Duties of the Captain (Vice President)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Section 3:
Shall be responsible for maintaining all finances.
Shall be responsible for keeping record of all Hip Hop Dance Team expenses and revenue.
Shall be responsible for yearly student senate budget application.
Duties of Fundraising Chairperson
A.
Section 6:
Shall take attendance at every practice and/or meeting.
Shall take down minutes.
Shall be responsible for all paperwork.
Duties of the Treasurer
A.
B.
C.
Section 5:
Shall run practices.
Shall, in conjunction with the captain (President), determine validity of absences from team
practices.
Shall be responsible for overseeing the choreography.
Shall oversee disciplinary actions.
Shall sign documents as organization Vice President.
Duties of the Secretary
A.
B.
C.
Section 4:
Shall run practices.
Shall, in conjunction with the captain (Vice President), determine validity of absences from
team practices.
Shall be responsible for overseeing the choreography.
Shall oversee disciplinary actions.
Shall sign documents as organization President.
Shall be responsible for creating and overseeing fundraising activities.
Election of Officers
A.
B.
C.
Candidates will nominated by existing members for the positions of Captain (President),
Captain (Vice President), Secretary, Treasurer, and Fundraising Chairperson.
Elections will take place at the end of every spring semester.
Majority vote will determine the officers to assure a fair election.
Article V: Role of Faculty Advisor
Section 1:
The advisor is and professor or professional employee of Clarion University who is interested in
advising The Hip Hop Dance Team. The advisor may also voice his/her interest or concern in the
organization.
Section 2:
The advisor can provide input, but the Executive Board will make all decisions regarding the
organization
The Hip Hop Dance Team of Clarion University
©2012-2013
Article VI: Meetings
Section 1:
Practices will be held 2-3 times each week (unless otherwise noted by the Captains).
Section 2:
All Hip Hop Dance Team members must be present at all practices, unless it is excused by the
captains.
Section 3:
All members will vote on any decisions that need to be made; however, the Executive Board will
decide on the suitability of the decisions.
Section 4:
General meeting procedure: The Captains will conduct each meeting/practice.
Section 5:
Special meetings: These meetings will be called by the Captains. A 24 hour notice will be
provided to all members prior to the meeting time. No voting is required. Members will be notified
by Clarion University e-mail.
Article VII: Discrepancy Resolution Procedure
Section 1:
In the event that there is a discrepancy in regards the teams as a whole or practice procedure,
members are to voice the issue at the beginning of the first practice of the week.
Section 2:
In the event that there is a discrepancy in regards to an individual or select group of members on
the team, those members are to report to an elected mediator with the issue.
Section 3:
The mediator is to confront the selected individuals and correct the discrepancy immediately.
Section 4:
The mediator is a team member who is elected at the time of officer elections. He/she is to keep all
discrepancies completely confidential.
Section 5:
In the event that confidential information is released by the mediator to others outside of the
discrepancy, he/she will be immediately removed from the position and elections will be held at the
next practice or meeting to select another team member for the mediator position.
Article VIII: Finances and Funding
Section 1:
Each member will pay a $25.00 membership fee.
Section 2:
Funds will be applied for from Student Senate for the dance team uniforms and other supplies for
the team.
Section 3:
The organization will also support its activities through fundraisers.
Article IX: Amending, Suspending, and Accepting
In order to change the Constitution of the Hip Hop Dance Team, ALL members must vote. All amendments must be
approved by 66% of the organization’s members and by CU Student Senate.
Article X: Ratifications
The affairs of the organization shall be governed as outlined in the above stated Constitution effective upon adoption
by the members of the Hip Hop Dance Team at the meeting and then approved by the Student Senate, the Vice
President or Student Affairs, and the President of Clarion University.
The Hip Hop Dance Team of Clarion University
©2012-2013