Bylaws - Chapter Guidelines

Having your chapter's current bylaws approved and on file at Headquarters is a requirement for every Phi Theta Kappa chapter. Your chapter's governing document not only helps you govern your chapter today, but it also provides guidance for future chapter officers and advisors.

The Phi Theta Kappa International Constitution and Bylaws provide for the basic governance of the organization, while the chapter bylaws provide greater specificity in terms of implementation of procedures found in the Society's Constitution and Bylaws.

Each chapter should operate under bylaws that suit its individual needs. Of course, this document must be compatible with the college's policies as well as with the Phi Theta Kappa International Constitution.

While creating your Chapter Bylaws, it will be helpful to view sample chapter bylaws and consider the Issues for Chapter Bylaws and the Basic Elements of Strong Chapter Bylaws below.

Basic Elements of Strong Chapter Bylaws

* Name and purpose of chapter
* Chapter membership eligibility standards
* Advisor appointment process and duties
* Procedure for chapter officer elections
* Chapter officer titles and duties
* Procedures for officer resignations and replacement
* Chapter finances including local membership fees
* Procedure for amendments to bylaws

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