I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitution of the Music Council of Majors and requested a clarifications in the document
II. The Committee reviewed the online constitution generator for ways to improve the tool. The Committee believes that an improved generator will make the recognition process faster for organizations.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitution of MALES (Service/Social Action, funded) and Students for Justice in Palestine (Service/Social Action, restricted-funded) recommending the group for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Italian Student Association and requested a clarifications in the document.
The Committee reviewed the constitution of MALES (Service/Social Action, funded) and Students for Justice in Palestine (Service/Social Action, restricted-funded) recommending the group for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Italian Student Association and requested a clarifications in the document.
April 27, 2010
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Fountain of Grace Campus Ministry (Religion/Spirituality, restricted-funded) recommending the group for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of MALES and Italian Student Association and requested a clarifications in the documents.
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Fountain of Grace Campus Ministry (Religion/Spirituality, restricted-funded) recommending the group for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of MALES and Italian Student Association and requested a clarifications in the documents.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
April 20, 2010
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Electronic Music Club (Hobby, funded) recommending the group for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of MALES and Italian Student Association and requested a clarifications in the documents.
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Electronic Music Club (Hobby, funded) recommending the group for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of MALES and Italian Student Association and requested a clarifications in the documents.
Monday, April 19, 2010
April 13, 2009
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Blacksmithing Enthusiasts Club (Hobby, funded), Tarana (Arts/Performance, restricted funded), and Biodiesel Project (constitution change) recommending the groups for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Not for Sale, Alpha Phi Omega and Italian Student Association and requested a clarifications in the documents.
II. Other Business
The Committee reviewed the constitution review process in order to find ways to make constitution writing and review easier and less time consuming for student organizations and the Committee. The Committee agreed to move forward with a plan to improve the Constitution generator and require all submissions to come through the generator, which should substantially decrease the amount of time the review process takes.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Blacksmithing Enthusiasts Club (Hobby, funded), Tarana (Arts/Performance, restricted funded), and Biodiesel Project (constitution change) recommending the groups for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Not for Sale, Alpha Phi Omega and Italian Student Association and requested a clarifications in the documents.
II. Other Business
The Committee reviewed the constitution review process in order to find ways to make constitution writing and review easier and less time consuming for student organizations and the Committee. The Committee agreed to move forward with a plan to improve the Constitution generator and require all submissions to come through the generator, which should substantially decrease the amount of time the review process takes.
Thursday, April 8, 2010
April 6, 2010
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Kendo Club (Hobby, funded), Global Development Council (Service/Social Action, funded), and Major Inspiration (Service/Social Action, funded) recommending the groups for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Cyber Defense Team, Not for Sale, UMBC Chapter, Italian Student Association, and Alpha Phi Omega and requested a clarifications in the documents.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Kendo Club (Hobby, funded), Global Development Council (Service/Social Action, funded), and Major Inspiration (Service/Social Action, funded) recommending the groups for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Cyber Defense Team, Not for Sale, UMBC Chapter, Italian Student Association, and Alpha Phi Omega and requested a clarifications in the documents.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
March, 30, 2010
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of: Student Union of Arabs (Cultural/Ethnic, funded) and Society of Futurists (Hobby, funded) recommending the groups for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Kendo Club and Alpha Phi Omega Interest Group and requested a few clarifications.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of: Student Union of Arabs (Cultural/Ethnic, funded) and Society of Futurists (Hobby, funded) recommending the groups for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Kendo Club and Alpha Phi Omega Interest Group and requested a few clarifications.
March 23, 2010
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Rock Climbing Club (Hobby, funded) recommending the group for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Major Inspiration and Alpha Phi Omega and requested a few clarifications.
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Rock Climbing Club (Hobby, funded) recommending the group for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of Major Inspiration and Alpha Phi Omega and requested a few clarifications.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of: Capoiera (Arts/Performance, Restricted funded), Psychology Council of Majors (Academic/Departmental, Funded), and East Asian Film Club (Category TBD, funded) recommending the groups for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Student Union of Arabs and requested a few clarifications.
II. Revocation of Recognition
Corin Gioia, OSL Coordinator for Fraternity & Sorority Life, informed the Committee that Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority, Inc. is not incompliance with the 5-Member Rule. The Committee recommended the revocation of this organization's recognition in accordance with the SGA Student Organizations Policy.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of: Capoiera (Arts/Performance, Restricted funded), Psychology Council of Majors (Academic/Departmental, Funded), and East Asian Film Club (Category TBD, funded) recommending the groups for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Student Union of Arabs and requested a few clarifications.
II. Revocation of Recognition
Corin Gioia, OSL Coordinator for Fraternity & Sorority Life, informed the Committee that Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority, Inc. is not incompliance with the 5-Member Rule. The Committee recommended the revocation of this organization's recognition in accordance with the SGA Student Organizations Policy.
Monday, March 8, 2010
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Student Union of Arabs and requested clarifications.
II. SOP Review
The Committee once again looked at the SGA Student Orgs Policy and came up with a plan of action to review the policy and recommend changes to the SGA.
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Student Union of Arabs and requested clarifications.
II. SOP Review
The Committee once again looked at the SGA Student Orgs Policy and came up with a plan of action to review the policy and recommend changes to the SGA.
Friday, February 26, 2010
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Unite for Sight and requested clarifications in the constitution.
II. Committee Meetings
The Committee will begin meeting on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the Student Involvement Center.
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Unite for Sight and requested clarifications in the constitution.
II. Committee Meetings
The Committee will begin meeting on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the Student Involvement Center.
Friday, February 19, 2010
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of: Cristians on Campus (Religion/Spirituality, Funded) and Commuter Student Association (Governance, Restricted funded) recommending the groups for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Unite for Sight and Major Inspiration and requested a few clarifications in the constitutions.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of: Cristians on Campus (Religion/Spirituality, Funded) and Commuter Student Association (Governance, Restricted funded) recommending the groups for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Unite for Sight and Major Inspiration and requested a few clarifications in the constitutions.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Friday, December 11, 2009
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of: the Game Developers Club (category and funding status remain the same) and NSBE (category remains the same, funding status changes to funded status) recommending the constitution changes for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Alpha Phi Omega Interest Group, which is requesting a constitution and name change, and requested clarification on a few minor areas. The organization is looking into these areas and will meet with the SOC again in the Spring semester.
The Committee also reviewed the constitution of the Blacksmith's Guild of UMBC; upon reviewing the constitution, the committee needs additional information regarding the group's activities.
II. The Committee will meet again in the Spring 2010 semester.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of: the Game Developers Club (category and funding status remain the same) and NSBE (category remains the same, funding status changes to funded status) recommending the constitution changes for approval.
The Committee reviewed the constitution of Alpha Phi Omega Interest Group, which is requesting a constitution and name change, and requested clarification on a few minor areas. The organization is looking into these areas and will meet with the SOC again in the Spring semester.
The Committee also reviewed the constitution of the Blacksmith's Guild of UMBC; upon reviewing the constitution, the committee needs additional information regarding the group's activities.
II. The Committee will meet again in the Spring 2010 semester.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Friday, December 4, 2009
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of: Off the Richter (Arts/Performance, restricted funded), CWIT Student Council (Academic/Departmental, restricted funded), the French Society (Cultural/Ethnic, funded), and the Interdisciplinary Film Association (Arts/Performance, funded) and recommended them for recognition
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of: the Commuter Student Association and Game Developers Club (GDC) and requested revisions. GDC has a current constitutuional amendment process through which it must approve any revisions. Commuter Student Association will be attending the next SOC meeting.
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of: Off the Richter (Arts/Performance, restricted funded), CWIT Student Council (Academic/Departmental, restricted funded), the French Society (Cultural/Ethnic, funded), and the Interdisciplinary Film Association (Arts/Performance, funded) and recommended them for recognition
The Committee reviewed the constitutions of: the Commuter Student Association and Game Developers Club (GDC) and requested revisions. GDC has a current constitutuional amendment process through which it must approve any revisions. Commuter Student Association will be attending the next SOC meeting.
Monday, November 23, 2009
November 20, 2009
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the NSBE and Commuter Student Association constitutions and requested revisions. NSBE has a current constitutuional amendment process through which it must approve any revisions. Commuter Student Association will be attending the 12/4 SOC meeting.
II. Meeting with SGA Executives re: Student Orgs Policy
The SOC met with the SGA President, VP, Speaker of the Senate, and Treasurer to discuss the Student Organizations Policy.
The Committee reviewed the NSBE and Commuter Student Association constitutions and requested revisions. NSBE has a current constitutuional amendment process through which it must approve any revisions. Commuter Student Association will be attending the 12/4 SOC meeting.
II. Meeting with SGA Executives re: Student Orgs Policy
The SOC met with the SGA President, VP, Speaker of the Senate, and Treasurer to discuss the Student Organizations Policy.
November 13, 2009
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the Apostolic Campus Ministries (Religion/Spirituality, funded) and Campus on a Hill Ministry (Religion/Spirituality, funded) applications for recognition and recommended the organizations for approval.
The Committee reviewed the Apostolic Campus Ministries (Religion/Spirituality, funded) and Campus on a Hill Ministry (Religion/Spirituality, funded) applications for recognition and recommended the organizations for approval.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Friday, November 6
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the Ideas Unbound: Project X (Intellectual Sport, funded) and the Foreign Film Club (Hobby, funded) applications for recognition and recommended the organizations for approval.
The Committee reviewed the Campus on a Hill Ministry and Apostolic Campus Ministries constitutions and requested revisions.
II. II. Constitution Amendments
The Committee reviewed the requested changes to the SEA Constitution and the organization had a few revisions that needed the organization's final approval before recommendation.
The Committee reviewed the Ideas Unbound: Project X (Intellectual Sport, funded) and the Foreign Film Club (Hobby, funded) applications for recognition and recommended the organizations for approval.
The Committee reviewed the Campus on a Hill Ministry and Apostolic Campus Ministries constitutions and requested revisions.
II. II. Constitution Amendments
The Committee reviewed the requested changes to the SEA Constitution and the organization had a few revisions that needed the organization's final approval before recommendation.
Friday, October 30, 2009
I. Review of Wushu/Tai Chi Club categorization
The Committee reviewed the Wushu/Tai Chi Club's constitution and talked with its current president to determine if the Sports/Recreation categorization of the club was fitting. The Committee, with the help of the President of the organization, determined the club to be a Hobby club.
II. Review of Constitutions
The Committee reviewed the Secular Student Alliance (Service/Social Action, funded) application for recognition and recommended the organization for approval.
The Committee reviewed the Ideas Unbound: Project X constitution and asked the group to clarify it's purpose/activities for the purpose of categorization (sports club vs. intellectual sport).
The Committee reviewed the Wushu/Tai Chi Club's constitution and talked with its current president to determine if the Sports/Recreation categorization of the club was fitting. The Committee, with the help of the President of the organization, determined the club to be a Hobby club.
II. Review of Constitutions
The Committee reviewed the Secular Student Alliance (Service/Social Action, funded) application for recognition and recommended the organization for approval.
The Committee reviewed the Ideas Unbound: Project X constitution and asked the group to clarify it's purpose/activities for the purpose of categorization (sports club vs. intellectual sport).
Monday, October 19, 2009
Friday, October 16
I. Constitution Reviews
The Committee reviewed the American Studies Council of Majors (Academic/Departmental, funded) application for recognition and recommended the organization for approval.
The Committee performed a preliminary review for UMBC Paintball to determine whether it was a sports/recreation club based on its constitution and determined that it was. The group was referred to the Athletics Department for recognition.
II. Constitution Amendments
The Committee reviewed the requested changes to the JSU Constitution and approved the changes.
III. Update to Student Organization Recognition Changes
The Committee reviewed the final list of student organizations that will lose recognition. Those organizations are:
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Arab Student Union
BROTHERS
Baptist Student Ministry
Black Artisits Society
Capoeira
Executive Club
Flaming Chalices
German Club
Green Element, The
Hellenic Association of UMBC
MOST Club
Modeling Club, TMC
NAACP
Omicron Delta Epsilon
One Voice Ministry
Skydiving Club
Visual Arts COM
III. Membership of Greek Organizations Review
The Committee received updated information regarding fraternity & sorority membership, reviewd its decision from the previous meeting and placed the following two organizations on probation for failure to meet the 5-member rule in accordance with the SGA Student Organizations Policy:
Lambda Theta Alpha
Kappa Alpha Psi
The Committee revoked its earlier decision to place Sigma Gamma Rho on probation as it is currently in compliance with the 5-member rule.
As these organizations are Greek and have additional requirements to become recognized and recruit members, these organizations have until February 15th to reach five members in accordance with the SGA policy.
IV. Review of Table Tennis Club categorization
The Committee reviewed the Table Tennis Club's constitution and talked with its current president to determine if the Sports/Recreation categorization of the club was fitting. The Committee, with the help of the President of the organization, determined the club to be a Hobby club.
V. Committee Work Planning
The Committee discussed its plans for the 2009-10 year and determined that it should review the process to update the Student Organizations Policy.
VI. The Committee welcomed its newest member to ghe board, Rosey.
The Committee reviewed the American Studies Council of Majors (Academic/Departmental, funded) application for recognition and recommended the organization for approval.
The Committee performed a preliminary review for UMBC Paintball to determine whether it was a sports/recreation club based on its constitution and determined that it was. The group was referred to the Athletics Department for recognition.
II. Constitution Amendments
The Committee reviewed the requested changes to the JSU Constitution and approved the changes.
III. Update to Student Organization Recognition Changes
The Committee reviewed the final list of student organizations that will lose recognition. Those organizations are:
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Arab Student Union
BROTHERS
Baptist Student Ministry
Black Artisits Society
Capoeira
Executive Club
Flaming Chalices
German Club
Green Element, The
Hellenic Association of UMBC
MOST Club
Modeling Club, TMC
NAACP
Omicron Delta Epsilon
One Voice Ministry
Skydiving Club
Visual Arts COM
III. Membership of Greek Organizations Review
The Committee received updated information regarding fraternity & sorority membership, reviewd its decision from the previous meeting and placed the following two organizations on probation for failure to meet the 5-member rule in accordance with the SGA Student Organizations Policy:
Lambda Theta Alpha
Kappa Alpha Psi
The Committee revoked its earlier decision to place Sigma Gamma Rho on probation as it is currently in compliance with the 5-member rule.
As these organizations are Greek and have additional requirements to become recognized and recruit members, these organizations have until February 15th to reach five members in accordance with the SGA policy.
IV. Review of Table Tennis Club categorization
The Committee reviewed the Table Tennis Club's constitution and talked with its current president to determine if the Sports/Recreation categorization of the club was fitting. The Committee, with the help of the President of the organization, determined the club to be a Hobby club.
V. Committee Work Planning
The Committee discussed its plans for the 2009-10 year and determined that it should review the process to update the Student Organizations Policy.
VI. The Committee welcomed its newest member to ghe board, Rosey.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Friday, October 7, 2009
I. Review Applications for Recognition
The Committee reviewed and recommended the following organization for recognition:
Drumline (funded, arts/performance)
The Committee reviewed the Apostolic Campus Ministries constitution and recommended clarification on membership requirements.
The Committee reviewed the BJJ/MUAAY Tai MMA Club constitution and determined it to be a sports/recreation club. The organization will need to be recognized by Athletics.
II. Constitution Changes
The Committee reviewed and approved a constitution update to the membership clause for DEVICE. The organization is now a funded (previously restricted-funded) organization.
III. Membership of Greek Organizations Review
The Committee placed the following two organizations on probation for failure to meet the 5-member rule in accordance with the SGA Student Organizations Policy:
Lambda Theta Alpha
Sigma Gamma Rho
As these organizations are Greek and have additional requirements to become recognized and recruit members, these organizations have until February 15th to reach five members in accordance with the SGA policy.
The Committee reviewed and recommended the following organization for recognition:
Drumline (funded, arts/performance)
The Committee reviewed the Apostolic Campus Ministries constitution and recommended clarification on membership requirements.
The Committee reviewed the BJJ/MUAAY Tai MMA Club constitution and determined it to be a sports/recreation club. The organization will need to be recognized by Athletics.
II. Constitution Changes
The Committee reviewed and approved a constitution update to the membership clause for DEVICE. The organization is now a funded (previously restricted-funded) organization.
III. Membership of Greek Organizations Review
The Committee placed the following two organizations on probation for failure to meet the 5-member rule in accordance with the SGA Student Organizations Policy:
Lambda Theta Alpha
Sigma Gamma Rho
As these organizations are Greek and have additional requirements to become recognized and recruit members, these organizations have until February 15th to reach five members in accordance with the SGA policy.
September 28, 2009
I. The Committee Reviewed the registration status of Student Organizations and recommended the following revocation of recognition based on the fact that the organizations are not in compliance with the 5-member rule (not having 5 members/failure to register):
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Arab Student Union
BROTHERS
Baptist Student Ministry
Black Artists Society
Capoeira
Executive club
Flaming Chalices
German Club
Green Element, The
Hellenic Association of UMBC
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Men of Strength (MOST) Club
Modeling Club, The (TMC)
NAACP
Omicron Delta Epsilon (Economics)
One Voice Campus Ministry
Philosophers Anonymous (Phil Anon)
Skydiving Club
Visual Arts Council of Majors (ArtCOM)
An e-mail was sent to all student organizations on October 9th with additional details.
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Arab Student Union
BROTHERS
Baptist Student Ministry
Black Artists Society
Capoeira
Executive club
Flaming Chalices
German Club
Green Element, The
Hellenic Association of UMBC
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Men of Strength (MOST) Club
Modeling Club, The (TMC)
NAACP
Omicron Delta Epsilon (Economics)
One Voice Campus Ministry
Philosophers Anonymous (Phil Anon)
Skydiving Club
Visual Arts Council of Majors (ArtCOM)
An e-mail was sent to all student organizations on October 9th with additional details.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Thursday, August 13, 2009
I. Welcome to Student Orgs Committee
The Student Orgs Committee welcomed its new members to the committee.
II. Orientation to Our Work
The Committee reviewed its role and the opportunities to it has to advocate for student organizations.
III. Overview of the SGA Student Organizations Policy
The Committee reviewed the Student Orgs Policy to ensure that all members knew the policy.
IV. Overview of the definition of a Sports/Recreation Club.
The Committee reviewed the mutually agreed upon (between the Stu Orgs Committee & Athletics) definition of a sports club. This is used in the review of applications for recognition as a student organization.
1. There are currently three organizations that are recognized as a Sports/Recreation Club by SGA (and therefore, are not financially supported by SGA) but are not recognized by Athletics as a Sports/Recreation Club (and therefore, are not supported by Athletics). The Committee agreed to ask the three organizations to meet with them at their next meeting to discuss options to remedy this situation.
V. Overview of the year ahead
The committee reviewed the timeline of student organization registration & what a typical Committee meeting might look like; it also reviewed project opportunities including reviewing/updating the Student Orgs Policy.
VI. Review Applications for Recognition
1. Retrievers for Choice- recommended, funded status, Service/Social Action Category
2. UMBC Vegetarians- recommended, funded status, Service/Social Action Category
3. Challah for Hunger- revisions requested
VI. Unfinished 2008-09 year Business
1. Revoke the recognition of:
a. Ahayot- the organization was recognized as Sigma Alpha Epsilon Pi near the end of Spring 2009 & is no longer functioning as Ahayot
b. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.- for failure to comply with the 5-member Rule
The Student Orgs Committee welcomed its new members to the committee.
II. Orientation to Our Work
The Committee reviewed its role and the opportunities to it has to advocate for student organizations.
III. Overview of the SGA Student Organizations Policy
The Committee reviewed the Student Orgs Policy to ensure that all members knew the policy.
IV. Overview of the definition of a Sports/Recreation Club.
The Committee reviewed the mutually agreed upon (between the Stu Orgs Committee & Athletics) definition of a sports club. This is used in the review of applications for recognition as a student organization.
1. There are currently three organizations that are recognized as a Sports/Recreation Club by SGA (and therefore, are not financially supported by SGA) but are not recognized by Athletics as a Sports/Recreation Club (and therefore, are not supported by Athletics). The Committee agreed to ask the three organizations to meet with them at their next meeting to discuss options to remedy this situation.
V. Overview of the year ahead
The committee reviewed the timeline of student organization registration & what a typical Committee meeting might look like; it also reviewed project opportunities including reviewing/updating the Student Orgs Policy.
VI. Review Applications for Recognition
1. Retrievers for Choice- recommended, funded status, Service/Social Action Category
2. UMBC Vegetarians- recommended, funded status, Service/Social Action Category
3. Challah for Hunger- revisions requested
VI. Unfinished 2008-09 year Business
1. Revoke the recognition of:
a. Ahayot- the organization was recognized as Sigma Alpha Epsilon Pi near the end of Spring 2009 & is no longer functioning as Ahayot
b. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.- for failure to comply with the 5-member Rule
Friday, May 8, 2009
Friday, May 8, 2009
1. Application for Recognition
The Committee reviewed & recommended the following organization(s) for recognition:
Swing Dance Club (funded, hobby)
American Sign Language Club (funded, cultural/ethnic)
Astronomy Club (funded, hobby)
Adaa (restricted-funded, arts/performance)
Humans vs. Zombies Club (funded, hobby)
The Committee reviewed the following application(s) for recognition and the organization would like to make further revisions.
Retrievers ROTC Club
The Committee reviewed & recommended the following organization(s) for recognition:
Swing Dance Club (funded, hobby)
American Sign Language Club (funded, cultural/ethnic)
Astronomy Club (funded, hobby)
Adaa (restricted-funded, arts/performance)
Humans vs. Zombies Club (funded, hobby)
The Committee reviewed the following application(s) for recognition and the organization would like to make further revisions.
Retrievers ROTC Club
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