Constitution of the Gay Straight Alliance     Article I:  Name   Section 1: The name of this organization shall be Gay Straight Alliance, here after referred to as GSA.   Article II:  Purpose   Section 1: The purpose of this organization shall be to provide members of the university community a comfortable social environment, where they can freely discuss gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, and straight topics about which they have concerns.   Article III:  Affiliations   Section 1: This organization is affiliated with Indiana University Southeast, here after referred to as IUS.   Article IV:  Membership   Section 1: The majority of the membership of this organization shall consist of enrolled IUS students.   Section 2: This organization and its members shall not discriminate against any individuals for reasons of race, national origin, color, religion, gender, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or ability status.   Section 3: Membership in this organization shall be open to all who are interested and be a currently enrolled student of IUS in good standing with the university.   Article V: Officers   Section 1:             The officers of this organization shall consist of:   President – The president shall chair all meetings and act as an intermediary between the membership of GSA and the administration of IUS. Vice President – The Vice President shall assist the president were needed and act in the president’ absence. Secretary – The secretary shall maintain all files and records of GSA.  The secretary shall also record and make available minutes of each meeting of GSA. Treasurer – The treasurer shall be responsible for maintaining the funds of GSA.  This will include depositing all proceeds and donations, paying any monies owed, and reporting the financial status of the GSA at the meetings.   Section 2:             The qualifications for each office shall be:   President and Vice President – Must be currently enrolled at IUS and maintain a GPA of no less than 2.5. Secretary and Treasurer – Must be currently enrolled and maintain a GPA of no less than 2.0.   Section 3:             The term of each office shall be one year from October 31st to October 30th.   Section 4:             Should an officer’s position become vacant the following will take place:   President – The vice president will vacate his/her position and become the president. Vice President – At the first meeting after the position becomes vacant, nominations will be taken for a replacement.  There will be a vote to choose the replacement at the next meeting.  If there are no nominations this will continue until the position is filled. Secretary – At the first meeting after the position becomes vacant, nominations will be taken for a replacement.  There will be a vote to choose the replacement.  If there are no nominations this will continue until the position is filled.  During the absence of a secretary either an officer or staff advisor shall maintain the minutes. Treasurer – At the first meeting after the position becomes vacant, nominations will be taken for a replacement.  There will be a vote to choose the replacement.  If there are no nominations this will continue until the position is filled.  During the absence of a treasurer either an officer or staff advisor shall maintain the financials of GSA.   Article VI: Advisor   Section 1: Our organization advisor must be a member of the faculty, administration, or staff of IUS.   Section 2: The duties and responsibilities of the advisor shall be:   Attend meetings and events Provide information on university polices and procedures Provide guidance and ideas Oversee the maintenance of the GSA financials   Section 3: Should the position of advisor become vacant, a new advisor will be sought out.  The membership will vote at a meeting to install the new advisor.   Article VII: Meetings   Section 1: Regular meetings shall be held at 12:15 (lunch).  There shall be a minimum of two (2) times per month during the regular academic year.  Additional regular meetings can be planned at the discretion of a majority of the membership.  The regular meetings shall be called to order by either the President or Vice President.   Section 2: Special meetings can be called by either the President or the Vice President when circumstances dictate.   Article VIII: Amendments   Section 1: This constitution shall be amended by a vote of 3/4 majority of the membership at any regular.   Section 2:             Provision for advance notice of amendment shall be as follows:   A.    All notifications must be completed two (2) full weeks prior to scheduled vote. B.     All current members shall be notified of the time and place of the intended vote. C.     A copy of the exact text to be voted upon must be made available in both an electronic and printed format easily accessible by the membership.

The Gay Straight Alliance at IU Southeast will provide a safe and tolerant place for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, straight or questioning people to discuss issues that affect all people.