General Policies:
Active attendance to meetings is required to be included in the Member Database. Business Casual is requested during Company presentations and meetings.
Dues are to be paid within the first three meetings.
Constitution
For Texas A&M University Economics Society (T.A.M.E.S.)
Article I - Mission Statement
Section 1 - Goals
The Texas A&M University Economics Society (T.A.M.E.S.) is an academically based organization closely incorporated with the Department of Economics, and shall focus on promoting both social and professional economic information and networking for economics majors and any student interested in the field of economics. This will be achieved through various speakers of notoriety, group discussion such as seminars, diffusion of information pertaining to employment and further education, and any other means which benefit the members of the society.
Section 2 – Honor Code and Guidelines
The Aggie Honor code will apply at all students at any Economics Society event. In addition to this, the dept. of student activities code will strictly adhere to the society and all students who are associated with the society. Failure to meet the Aggie Honor code or the dept. for student activities guidelines for proper behavior will be grounds for removal from the society.
Article II – Membership
Section 1 - Eligibility
Membership will be open to all full-time students at Texas A&M University who are in good standing with the university and the Economics Society, who also meet minimum GPR requirements outlined by Student Rule 41.2 (above 2.0 GPR for undergraduate, and 3.0 for graduate students). Dues of official membership shall be set at listed $40 per semester or $70 per year on the official role. Due date shall be within three weeks of the start of classes for that current semester.
Section 2 – Attendance Policy
Attendance policy for both members and officers will be agreed on and set by the officers. Failure to meet the attendance policy may result in removal of membership and/or position. The policy will be announced and remain present on the official designated website throughout the semester.
Section 3 – Removal & Discipline of Members
If a member fails to uphold the conduct befitting of a Texas A&M student (see student behavior in university rules and regulations) or the Aggie Honor Code, the officers or other members of the society may seek to have this member removed. This will be done only after a notification to the member in question, and the officers meet first to discuss with the member his/her conduct. After this the officers will decide if they still feel it necessary to remove him/her from the society for breaching the rules of student behavior. If the officers find this to be the case, then at the next officer meeting the member in question will address the officers regarding his/her point of view, then the officers will take a majority vote to decide whether this member shall be asked to leave the society or be suspended as discipline. If asked to leave, this member must leave the society, and any breach of university conduct will be reported. If the member in question has not breached university guidelines, but only society regulations, they shall be suspended for one semester from the society as discipline.
A member may be removed if they do not meet the attendance policy agreed upon and set by the officers prior to each semester.
Article III – Meetings and Events
Section 1 – Society Meetings
The Economics Society will meet several times per month in a specified room and time,
this should be reserved at the same place and time each week with the economics
department, but may change if necessary. Attendance will be taken, and is required for both members and officers consistent with the policy announced by the officers and presented on the webpage.
Section 2 – Officer Meetings
Officers shall meet aside from regular meetings to discuss issues within the society on a regular basis. This will count toward any absence if officers are unable to make it to the meeting. This meeting will be set up jointly by the officers, but the president will set the final time and place.
Section 3 – Society Events
There will be strictly professionally informative
economics related event each month such as a guest speakers, seminar, or group field trip. Social and economic events can be combined. This is set up to keep membership active and the role of the society functional.
Economic Events: For the purpose of passing on information specifically related to the field of economics to the society. These events shall be held either on campus or off, and should be announced in advance. These may include professional recruiters, professor lectures, academic advisors, internship opportunities, former students, group discussions, debates, field trips to places of economic interest, and any other informative means of enriching the members of the society and achieving the goals of the economics society. Social Events: These shall be within university guidelines, and do not have to incorporate economic topics. Their purpose to is create strong ties and networking within the members of the economics society and should be discussed with members beforehand.
Article IV – Officers
Section 1 – Requirement for Officers
Officers of the Economics Society should be undergraduate or graduate students at Texas A&M University who are currently, or planning on becoming in the near future Economics Majors. All officers must sign an agreement at the beginning of their term stating that they will adhere to the constitution and fulfill all of their duties in their respective position.The officers of this organization must meet the following requirements outlined by Student Rule 41.2 stated below:
41.2.1. Have a minimum cumulative and semester grade point average (GPA) as stated below and meet that minimum cumulative and semester GPA in the semester immediately prior to the election/selection/appointment, the semester of election/selection/appointment, and semesters during the term of office.
41.2.1.1. For undergraduate students, the minimum cumulative and semester GPA is 2.00 and for first professional students the minimum cumulative and semester GPA is 2.50. In order for this provision to be met, at least six hours (half-time credits) must have been taken for the semester under consideration unless fewer credits are required as they complete the final stages of their degree. In one limited circumstance, summer semester hours may qualify toward a grade point average prior to election/selection/appointment if at least six credit hours have been taken during the course of either the full or two summer session(s).
41.2.1.2. For graduate level students the minimum cumulative and semester GPA is a 3.00. In order for this provision to be met, at least five hours (half-time credits) must have been taken for the semester under consideration unless fewer credits are required as they complete the final stages of their degree. In one limited circumstance, summer semester hours may qualify toward a grade point average prior to election/selection/appointment, if at least five credit hours have been taken during the course of either the full or two summer session(s).
41.2.2. Be in good standing (see 27.1.2) with the University and enrolled:
41.2.2.1. At least half time (six or more credit hours), if an undergraduate or first professional student (unless fewer credits are required to graduate in the spring and fall semesters) during the term of office. A student enrolled in the Blinn TEAM or Engineering Academy at Blinn College-Bryan programs is eligible to hold an office, as long as the student is meeting all applicable eligibility requirements outlined herein.
41.2.2.2. At least half time (five or more credits), if a graduate level student (unless fewer credits are required in the final stages of their degree as defined by the Continuous Registration Requirement) during their term of office.
Section 2 – Selecting Officers
Within one month before the end of classes for the fall semester, officers must be selected for the following year. The current officers will continue to make all decisions and fulfill their current duties until the officers-elect take authority the day following the last day of class for that current semester. However, a transition period will be ongoing to ensure continuity and consistency in the organization.
I. Economics Society officers must be enrolled in the university for the full upcoming term, meet all requirements outlined by student activities, and have paid dues & maintained an active attendance record prior to the selection process.
II. A selection committee consisting of the graduating officers will be created. Each person applying for election shall submit an application created by the selection committee. The graduating officers will approve candidates who will fulfill the position in an exemplary manner. The screening committee will approve applicants in a majority vote.
The applicant will list their top three positions in order of interest and will be evaluated for those specific positions.
III. Interview process:
i.After the initial screening by the selection committee, applicants will be chosen to interview with the selection committee at a set time and place for 15-30 minute time slots.
ii.After each invited candidate has been interviewed, the selection committee will enter into a period of debate not to exceed 15 minutes followed by a period of voting for each position.
iii.Every member of the selection committee will have one vote of equal weight. In case of a tie, the candidate’s application is sent to the academic advisor who will then have the deciding vote.
iv.Once all positions have been filled, the selection committee is dismantled.
Section 3 – Limitations
Officers will be allowed to serve no more than two terms (two years) in a specific office while an undergraduate student at Texas A&M University. This may or may not be consecutive terms. A student will be allowed to serve in another Economics Society office even if he/she has exhausted the two term limit in another office (e.g. someone who has served two terms as Events Coordinator can run as President). No student may run for more than one office in a given semester.
Section 4 – Officers and Duties
President – This officer is responsible for overseeing the organization as a whole. The President will preside over all functions, communicate and delegate between officers and members. This person shall keep in close contact with the, Faculty Advisor, and Student Activities. President shall have the tie-breaking vote in any split decisions between officers. This person will also be responsible for initiating growth for the society by way of members, contacts, and opportunities. The president also reserves the right to change or delegate duties for officers if it allows for the betterment of the society.
Vice President – This officer will assist the President in his/her roles and stand-in for the President if needed. The Vice President will be responsible for the majority of the networking for the society. This person will reach out to alumni through the aggienetwork, recruiters and professionals through the career center, and any other contacts that will build the network of the organization. This person should have a great amount of networking skills.
Marketing Chair - This officer shall be responsible for promoting the society and its events. This includes, but is not limited to: making and posting fliers, maintaining and updating the economics society board, advertising on open access screensavers, posting on social media platforms of upcoming meetings and announcements, and initiating new creative marketing ideas. They will also be expected to play a lead role in fundraising events that will promote the Economics Society. This officer shall be able to recruit members to aide he/she in the responsibilities of Marketing Chair.
Treasurer – This officer shall along with the president and vice-president be responsible for the financial aspect of the society. However, the treasurer will be the foremost authority on the balancing and proper allocation and collection for funds within the society. He/She will work closely with the president to make sure all transaction, both in and out are within society guidelines and that no money is unaccounted for while he/she is in office. They will be required to keep track of all transactions while in their term in office, which shall include collection of dues and fees, payment for events and expenses of speakers, and other financials the society will encounter. They will be required to turn in all transactions to the economics department accountant at the end of each term. This person should also be responsible for initiating fundraisers for the society.
Outreach Chair - This officer will be responsible for the recruitment of prospective members. This may include but is not limited to advertising the Economics Society in different economics courses, and meeting with students at New Student Conferences. The Outreach Chair will also work very closely with the President and Vice President in planning informal events for members to be able to network within the organization. This individual should possess a great amount of networking skills and be very ambitious in wanting to bring in new members and establish a strong and lasting network for the organization.
Management Chair - This officer will be responsible for all Economics Society merchandise. This may include but is not limited to creating new Economics Society logos, having a variety of different types of merchandise available for sale to members, allowing members to have what merchandise they like. This officer is also responsible for maintaining an inventory of what merchandise is available for sale.
Internal Relations Chair - This officer will be responsible for professional development with the members in the Economics Society. This may include but is not limited to offering workshops for members to sharpen their soft skills, providing practice interviews for members, and offering professional suggestions when it comes to interacting with recruiters and industry professionals.
Secretary – This officer will be in charge of tracking both officer attendance and member attendance at meetings. He/She shall also keep track of dues and service hours for members for official records. This individual is responsible for communication between members, officers, and updating members on new changes and opportunities extended by the society and its network. This officer should be responsible for the letters sent to the students within the economic depart.
Section 5 – Officer Attendance and Participation
Officer attendance is required and will follow the policy agreed upon by the officers. All officers must fulfill all duties prescribed to them. If this does not happen, the officers will meet and decide on whether the officer in question will be replaced, or if they will be warned.
Section 6 – Officer Replacement & Discipline
If an officer does not fulfill the proper role of his/her office as outlined or fails to meet the accepted officer attendance policy, the other officers or members can request a motion to remove. This will be done by an officer/member
who must write a report that outlines the officer in question. The faculty advisor will meet with the officers and with their recommendations to make the final decision. The other officers will first meet with the officer in question to discuss the issue, and then he/she will be allowed to address the officers as a whole regarding the his/her point of view before the report is submitted. As long as the officer has not broken any university rules or codes, they will only be disciplined by losing his/her office, but allowed to remain in the society as a member, or be suspended in more serious cases for one semester. If the officer removed is the president, he/she will be replaced by the vice president, for any other officer an interim officer will appointed by the president until a new vote can be taken for a permanent replacement.
Section 7 – Officer Removal
If an officer violates student rules or the Aggie Honor Code (regardless if he/she has still upheld his/her official duties), a motion may be presented by a member or other officer for the officer in question to be removed from the society. The officer in question shall first be notified, and then have a meeting with the other officers and advisor before a majority vote by the officers to remove takes place. The university will then be contacted in the event any rules and regulation were breached by that officer. If removed, that officer may not be allowed to stay in the society.
Article V – Revisions and Amendments
Section 1 – Amending the Constitution
A two-thirds vote will be held to amend the constitution. This shall be done during officers’ meetings with recording by the secretary. However, any member can move to amend the constitution also, by submitting their request during a society meeting. This request shall be reviewed by the officers privately and an officer vote will take place if needed.
Section 2 – Revisions
Revisions to the constitution can be motioned for and enforced in the same way as amendments. The Economics Society Constitution will be re-submitted to the dept. of student activities every term even when not renewing recognition status to ensure the MSC and dept. of student activities retains and current copy of it at all times. The revisions and the entire constitution will be publicly accessible to anyone who shall inquire, either within or outside of the society.
Article VI – Incorporation of Economics Society
Section 1 – Recognition
It will be the responsibility of the president and vice-president to make sure the society is kept current with all recognition requirements and SOFC requirements. This includes having at least one faculty advisor who meets the StuAct advisor requirements. The president and vice-president elect for the following term shall be in charge with the help of the other officers to maintain and set up the society during summer and winter breaks. The senior advisor, president and vice-president of the current term that is ending will be responsible for passing on all information about recognition and society records to the incoming officers. All meetings and information to new students at the start of each semester will be the strict responsibility of the officers elected for that new semester in order to maintain the integrity and function of the society and to further its progress and goals in helping inform and prepare student in the field of economics.
Section 2 – Advisors
At least one faculty member of the Texas A&M Economics Dept. will act as society advisor. They will be required to go through advisor training as part of their responsibility, and meet all of the actions defined by the advisor training guidelines through the dept. of student activities. If the current student advisor cannot meet their requirements, or leaves the university, the officers shall select a new one from the Economics Dept. This advisor shall counsel and help guide the officers in the governance of the society, and consort with them on the regulations of recognized student organization as laid out by the department of student activities. They will meet and have officer meetings with them to help guide the course in an economics empowering curriculum.
Section 3 – Finances
All funds shall be overseen by the president, vice-president, and kept track of by the treasurer. This shall be done through strict adherence to dept. of student activities financial guidelines and through the bank account provided to the student organization through the SOFC. All transaction or deposits should be recorded by the treasurer within 24 hours of their accordance, and receipts shall be kept to turn in with the books at the end of each semester. All monies belonging to this organization shall be deposited and disbursed through a bank account established for this organization at the Student Organization Finance Center and/or the Fiscal Office. All funds must be deposited within 24 hours after collection. The advisor to this organization must approve and sign each expenditure before payment.
Section 4 – Integrity
The previous constitution shall be strictly followed and enforced by the officers, and all members of the society to the best of their ability. For the procurement of the Economics Society, the constitution will be enacted as a guideline for the society in all its functions and shall be referred to and used to settle any argument or debate within the society. The integrity of the constitution shall be enforced and kept current to ensure for future students the existence of Texas A&M University Economics Society and the benefits of its goals.
Active attendance to meetings is required to be included in the Member Database. Business Casual is requested during Company presentations and meetings.
Dues are to be paid within the first three meetings.
Constitution
For Texas A&M University Economics Society (T.A.M.E.S.)
Article I - Mission Statement
Section 1 - Goals
The Texas A&M University Economics Society (T.A.M.E.S.) is an academically based organization closely incorporated with the Department of Economics, and shall focus on promoting both social and professional economic information and networking for economics majors and any student interested in the field of economics. This will be achieved through various speakers of notoriety, group discussion such as seminars, diffusion of information pertaining to employment and further education, and any other means which benefit the members of the society.
Section 2 – Honor Code and Guidelines
The Aggie Honor code will apply at all students at any Economics Society event. In addition to this, the dept. of student activities code will strictly adhere to the society and all students who are associated with the society. Failure to meet the Aggie Honor code or the dept. for student activities guidelines for proper behavior will be grounds for removal from the society.
Article II – Membership
Section 1 - Eligibility
Membership will be open to all full-time students at Texas A&M University who are in good standing with the university and the Economics Society, who also meet minimum GPR requirements outlined by Student Rule 41.2 (above 2.0 GPR for undergraduate, and 3.0 for graduate students). Dues of official membership shall be set at listed $40 per semester or $70 per year on the official role. Due date shall be within three weeks of the start of classes for that current semester.
Section 2 – Attendance Policy
Attendance policy for both members and officers will be agreed on and set by the officers. Failure to meet the attendance policy may result in removal of membership and/or position. The policy will be announced and remain present on the official designated website throughout the semester.
Section 3 – Removal & Discipline of Members
If a member fails to uphold the conduct befitting of a Texas A&M student (see student behavior in university rules and regulations) or the Aggie Honor Code, the officers or other members of the society may seek to have this member removed. This will be done only after a notification to the member in question, and the officers meet first to discuss with the member his/her conduct. After this the officers will decide if they still feel it necessary to remove him/her from the society for breaching the rules of student behavior. If the officers find this to be the case, then at the next officer meeting the member in question will address the officers regarding his/her point of view, then the officers will take a majority vote to decide whether this member shall be asked to leave the society or be suspended as discipline. If asked to leave, this member must leave the society, and any breach of university conduct will be reported. If the member in question has not breached university guidelines, but only society regulations, they shall be suspended for one semester from the society as discipline.
A member may be removed if they do not meet the attendance policy agreed upon and set by the officers prior to each semester.
Article III – Meetings and Events
Section 1 – Society Meetings
The Economics Society will meet several times per month in a specified room and time,
this should be reserved at the same place and time each week with the economics
department, but may change if necessary. Attendance will be taken, and is required for both members and officers consistent with the policy announced by the officers and presented on the webpage.
Section 2 – Officer Meetings
Officers shall meet aside from regular meetings to discuss issues within the society on a regular basis. This will count toward any absence if officers are unable to make it to the meeting. This meeting will be set up jointly by the officers, but the president will set the final time and place.
Section 3 – Society Events
There will be strictly professionally informative
economics related event each month such as a guest speakers, seminar, or group field trip. Social and economic events can be combined. This is set up to keep membership active and the role of the society functional.
Economic Events: For the purpose of passing on information specifically related to the field of economics to the society. These events shall be held either on campus or off, and should be announced in advance. These may include professional recruiters, professor lectures, academic advisors, internship opportunities, former students, group discussions, debates, field trips to places of economic interest, and any other informative means of enriching the members of the society and achieving the goals of the economics society. Social Events: These shall be within university guidelines, and do not have to incorporate economic topics. Their purpose to is create strong ties and networking within the members of the economics society and should be discussed with members beforehand.
Article IV – Officers
Section 1 – Requirement for Officers
Officers of the Economics Society should be undergraduate or graduate students at Texas A&M University who are currently, or planning on becoming in the near future Economics Majors. All officers must sign an agreement at the beginning of their term stating that they will adhere to the constitution and fulfill all of their duties in their respective position.The officers of this organization must meet the following requirements outlined by Student Rule 41.2 stated below:
41.2.1. Have a minimum cumulative and semester grade point average (GPA) as stated below and meet that minimum cumulative and semester GPA in the semester immediately prior to the election/selection/appointment, the semester of election/selection/appointment, and semesters during the term of office.
41.2.1.1. For undergraduate students, the minimum cumulative and semester GPA is 2.00 and for first professional students the minimum cumulative and semester GPA is 2.50. In order for this provision to be met, at least six hours (half-time credits) must have been taken for the semester under consideration unless fewer credits are required as they complete the final stages of their degree. In one limited circumstance, summer semester hours may qualify toward a grade point average prior to election/selection/appointment if at least six credit hours have been taken during the course of either the full or two summer session(s).
41.2.1.2. For graduate level students the minimum cumulative and semester GPA is a 3.00. In order for this provision to be met, at least five hours (half-time credits) must have been taken for the semester under consideration unless fewer credits are required as they complete the final stages of their degree. In one limited circumstance, summer semester hours may qualify toward a grade point average prior to election/selection/appointment, if at least five credit hours have been taken during the course of either the full or two summer session(s).
41.2.2. Be in good standing (see 27.1.2) with the University and enrolled:
41.2.2.1. At least half time (six or more credit hours), if an undergraduate or first professional student (unless fewer credits are required to graduate in the spring and fall semesters) during the term of office. A student enrolled in the Blinn TEAM or Engineering Academy at Blinn College-Bryan programs is eligible to hold an office, as long as the student is meeting all applicable eligibility requirements outlined herein.
41.2.2.2. At least half time (five or more credits), if a graduate level student (unless fewer credits are required in the final stages of their degree as defined by the Continuous Registration Requirement) during their term of office.
Section 2 – Selecting Officers
Within one month before the end of classes for the fall semester, officers must be selected for the following year. The current officers will continue to make all decisions and fulfill their current duties until the officers-elect take authority the day following the last day of class for that current semester. However, a transition period will be ongoing to ensure continuity and consistency in the organization.
I. Economics Society officers must be enrolled in the university for the full upcoming term, meet all requirements outlined by student activities, and have paid dues & maintained an active attendance record prior to the selection process.
II. A selection committee consisting of the graduating officers will be created. Each person applying for election shall submit an application created by the selection committee. The graduating officers will approve candidates who will fulfill the position in an exemplary manner. The screening committee will approve applicants in a majority vote.
The applicant will list their top three positions in order of interest and will be evaluated for those specific positions.
III. Interview process:
i.After the initial screening by the selection committee, applicants will be chosen to interview with the selection committee at a set time and place for 15-30 minute time slots.
ii.After each invited candidate has been interviewed, the selection committee will enter into a period of debate not to exceed 15 minutes followed by a period of voting for each position.
iii.Every member of the selection committee will have one vote of equal weight. In case of a tie, the candidate’s application is sent to the academic advisor who will then have the deciding vote.
iv.Once all positions have been filled, the selection committee is dismantled.
Section 3 – Limitations
Officers will be allowed to serve no more than two terms (two years) in a specific office while an undergraduate student at Texas A&M University. This may or may not be consecutive terms. A student will be allowed to serve in another Economics Society office even if he/she has exhausted the two term limit in another office (e.g. someone who has served two terms as Events Coordinator can run as President). No student may run for more than one office in a given semester.
Section 4 – Officers and Duties
President – This officer is responsible for overseeing the organization as a whole. The President will preside over all functions, communicate and delegate between officers and members. This person shall keep in close contact with the, Faculty Advisor, and Student Activities. President shall have the tie-breaking vote in any split decisions between officers. This person will also be responsible for initiating growth for the society by way of members, contacts, and opportunities. The president also reserves the right to change or delegate duties for officers if it allows for the betterment of the society.
Vice President – This officer will assist the President in his/her roles and stand-in for the President if needed. The Vice President will be responsible for the majority of the networking for the society. This person will reach out to alumni through the aggienetwork, recruiters and professionals through the career center, and any other contacts that will build the network of the organization. This person should have a great amount of networking skills.
Marketing Chair - This officer shall be responsible for promoting the society and its events. This includes, but is not limited to: making and posting fliers, maintaining and updating the economics society board, advertising on open access screensavers, posting on social media platforms of upcoming meetings and announcements, and initiating new creative marketing ideas. They will also be expected to play a lead role in fundraising events that will promote the Economics Society. This officer shall be able to recruit members to aide he/she in the responsibilities of Marketing Chair.
Treasurer – This officer shall along with the president and vice-president be responsible for the financial aspect of the society. However, the treasurer will be the foremost authority on the balancing and proper allocation and collection for funds within the society. He/She will work closely with the president to make sure all transaction, both in and out are within society guidelines and that no money is unaccounted for while he/she is in office. They will be required to keep track of all transactions while in their term in office, which shall include collection of dues and fees, payment for events and expenses of speakers, and other financials the society will encounter. They will be required to turn in all transactions to the economics department accountant at the end of each term. This person should also be responsible for initiating fundraisers for the society.
Outreach Chair - This officer will be responsible for the recruitment of prospective members. This may include but is not limited to advertising the Economics Society in different economics courses, and meeting with students at New Student Conferences. The Outreach Chair will also work very closely with the President and Vice President in planning informal events for members to be able to network within the organization. This individual should possess a great amount of networking skills and be very ambitious in wanting to bring in new members and establish a strong and lasting network for the organization.
Management Chair - This officer will be responsible for all Economics Society merchandise. This may include but is not limited to creating new Economics Society logos, having a variety of different types of merchandise available for sale to members, allowing members to have what merchandise they like. This officer is also responsible for maintaining an inventory of what merchandise is available for sale.
Internal Relations Chair - This officer will be responsible for professional development with the members in the Economics Society. This may include but is not limited to offering workshops for members to sharpen their soft skills, providing practice interviews for members, and offering professional suggestions when it comes to interacting with recruiters and industry professionals.
Secretary – This officer will be in charge of tracking both officer attendance and member attendance at meetings. He/She shall also keep track of dues and service hours for members for official records. This individual is responsible for communication between members, officers, and updating members on new changes and opportunities extended by the society and its network. This officer should be responsible for the letters sent to the students within the economic depart.
Section 5 – Officer Attendance and Participation
Officer attendance is required and will follow the policy agreed upon by the officers. All officers must fulfill all duties prescribed to them. If this does not happen, the officers will meet and decide on whether the officer in question will be replaced, or if they will be warned.
Section 6 – Officer Replacement & Discipline
If an officer does not fulfill the proper role of his/her office as outlined or fails to meet the accepted officer attendance policy, the other officers or members can request a motion to remove. This will be done by an officer/member
who must write a report that outlines the officer in question. The faculty advisor will meet with the officers and with their recommendations to make the final decision. The other officers will first meet with the officer in question to discuss the issue, and then he/she will be allowed to address the officers as a whole regarding the his/her point of view before the report is submitted. As long as the officer has not broken any university rules or codes, they will only be disciplined by losing his/her office, but allowed to remain in the society as a member, or be suspended in more serious cases for one semester. If the officer removed is the president, he/she will be replaced by the vice president, for any other officer an interim officer will appointed by the president until a new vote can be taken for a permanent replacement.
Section 7 – Officer Removal
If an officer violates student rules or the Aggie Honor Code (regardless if he/she has still upheld his/her official duties), a motion may be presented by a member or other officer for the officer in question to be removed from the society. The officer in question shall first be notified, and then have a meeting with the other officers and advisor before a majority vote by the officers to remove takes place. The university will then be contacted in the event any rules and regulation were breached by that officer. If removed, that officer may not be allowed to stay in the society.
Article V – Revisions and Amendments
Section 1 – Amending the Constitution
A two-thirds vote will be held to amend the constitution. This shall be done during officers’ meetings with recording by the secretary. However, any member can move to amend the constitution also, by submitting their request during a society meeting. This request shall be reviewed by the officers privately and an officer vote will take place if needed.
Section 2 – Revisions
Revisions to the constitution can be motioned for and enforced in the same way as amendments. The Economics Society Constitution will be re-submitted to the dept. of student activities every term even when not renewing recognition status to ensure the MSC and dept. of student activities retains and current copy of it at all times. The revisions and the entire constitution will be publicly accessible to anyone who shall inquire, either within or outside of the society.
Article VI – Incorporation of Economics Society
Section 1 – Recognition
It will be the responsibility of the president and vice-president to make sure the society is kept current with all recognition requirements and SOFC requirements. This includes having at least one faculty advisor who meets the StuAct advisor requirements. The president and vice-president elect for the following term shall be in charge with the help of the other officers to maintain and set up the society during summer and winter breaks. The senior advisor, president and vice-president of the current term that is ending will be responsible for passing on all information about recognition and society records to the incoming officers. All meetings and information to new students at the start of each semester will be the strict responsibility of the officers elected for that new semester in order to maintain the integrity and function of the society and to further its progress and goals in helping inform and prepare student in the field of economics.
Section 2 – Advisors
At least one faculty member of the Texas A&M Economics Dept. will act as society advisor. They will be required to go through advisor training as part of their responsibility, and meet all of the actions defined by the advisor training guidelines through the dept. of student activities. If the current student advisor cannot meet their requirements, or leaves the university, the officers shall select a new one from the Economics Dept. This advisor shall counsel and help guide the officers in the governance of the society, and consort with them on the regulations of recognized student organization as laid out by the department of student activities. They will meet and have officer meetings with them to help guide the course in an economics empowering curriculum.
Section 3 – Finances
All funds shall be overseen by the president, vice-president, and kept track of by the treasurer. This shall be done through strict adherence to dept. of student activities financial guidelines and through the bank account provided to the student organization through the SOFC. All transaction or deposits should be recorded by the treasurer within 24 hours of their accordance, and receipts shall be kept to turn in with the books at the end of each semester. All monies belonging to this organization shall be deposited and disbursed through a bank account established for this organization at the Student Organization Finance Center and/or the Fiscal Office. All funds must be deposited within 24 hours after collection. The advisor to this organization must approve and sign each expenditure before payment.
Section 4 – Integrity
The previous constitution shall be strictly followed and enforced by the officers, and all members of the society to the best of their ability. For the procurement of the Economics Society, the constitution will be enacted as a guideline for the society in all its functions and shall be referred to and used to settle any argument or debate within the society. The integrity of the constitution shall be enforced and kept current to ensure for future students the existence of Texas A&M University Economics Society and the benefits of its goals.
