Nu Delta Fraternity Constitution Overview
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What is the primary responsibility of the House Manager?

  • Coordinating social events with the Active Brothers
  • Managing the Fraternity food service
  • Ensuring the House meets city codes and maintaining the dormitory license (correct)
  • Assisting the Brotherhood Chair with Alumni relations

    • Who is responsible for the cleanup duties assigned to Active Brothers and Pledges?

  • The Brotherhood Chair
  • The Maintenance Chair (correct)
  • The Social Chair
  • The House Manager

    • Which role is primarily tasked with managing Fraternity food service and employees?

  • The Rush Chair
  • The Social Chair
  • The House Manager
  • The Steward (correct)

    • What is one of the responsibilities of the Brotherhood Chair?

    <p>To organize the annual Alumni Reunion and distribute Alumni Bulletins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the responsibility of the Social Chair?

    <p>Coordinating Brotherhood setup and cleanup duties for social events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which committee is the Social Chair the head of?

    <p>The Social Committee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Rush Chair within the Fraternity?

    <p>To plan and execute recruitment of new members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for appointing the Assassin, and what is their main condition for holding the position?

    <p>The Executive Committee, as long as they maintain Brother status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What authority do the President and Risk Manager have regarding events?

    <p>They can shut down events based on risk considerations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of alcohol is allowed at house-sponsored events?

    <p>No alcohol is permitted on the 1st Floor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must happen if a Small Event is to be held?

    <p>A request to the President and Risk Manager must be submitted at least 2 days in advance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum guest-to-brother ratio permitted for Small Events?

    <p>1:10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done with alcohol containers after an event?

    <p>They must be properly disposed of.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be avoided to prevent unwanted attention during an event?

    <p>High noise levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for an Open Party to be held?

    <p>The event must be registered by a set deadline.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is prohibited for hosting events unless explicitly approved?

    <p>The roofdeck.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for a Brother to be considered Inactive?

    <p>Submit a valid petition to the Executive Committee.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much is the required contribution for Active Brothers starting their Sophomore fall?

    <p>$500</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to an Active Brother who misses three meetings in a row?

    <p>They lose their voting rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who determines the Resident Contribution amount for Brothers living in the House?

    <p>The Treasurer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For how long must an Inactive Brother's petition be redone to maintain their status?

    <p>Every semester.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a Brother do to regain their voting rights after losing them due to missed meetings?

    <p>Attend at least one meeting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of not seeking prior approval for major structural alterations?

    <p>No reimbursement for costs incurred.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Inactivity contribution amount required for Inactive brothers who are still full-time students?

    <p>$250</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of Brothers required to nominate someone for the Brother of the Year award?

    <p>Three Brothers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a person do to be considered an Active Brother in Nu Delta Fraternity?

    <p>Be enrolled as an undergraduate student of MIT or have been enrolled in the previous semester.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the nomination process, what is the consequence of multiple Brothers getting three votes?

    <p>The top four Brothers will be considered for nomination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a Pledge to be initiated into the Brotherhood?

    <p>A vote in favor by at least 3/4 of the Active Brothers present.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Active Members from Pledges in Nu Delta Fraternity?

    <p>Active Members include only Brothers and not Pledges.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if no Brothers receive the required votes for nomination?

    <p>No award will be given that year.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approval requirement for a Brother to win the Brother of the Year award?

    <p>Unanimous vote with no more than 1/3 absent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the threshold for voting to give a bid to a prospective Pledge?

    <p>3/4 vote of Active Brothers present.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition can a Brother be censured or suspended?

    <p>For not abiding by the Constitution and its by-laws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the limit on the number of nominees for the Brother of the Year award?

    <p>Four nominees maximum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should Brothers do during the discussion of the nominated individuals?

    <p>Leave the room while the discussion takes place.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a criterion for an individual to be initiated as a Pledge?

    <p>Currently being a member of another fraternity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many times can a Brother receive the Brother of the Year award?

    <p>Once</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long can the period of suspension for a Brother who violates fraternity rules last?

    <p>Not to exceed one month.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of Nu Delta Fraternity as stated in the Preamble?

    <p>To promote and strengthen the bond of Brotherhood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about voting is true?

    <p>Voting must be done by secret ballot.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum ratio of guests to Brothers allowed for a Closed Party?

    <p>3:1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When must a party conclude according to the guidelines for a Closed Party?

    <p>2 AM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which duties may be assigned during an Open Party?

    <p>Coat Check, Scanner, and Bar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a requirement for house events?

    <p>Must have a risk assessment submitted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under whose discretion are duties assigned during the Closed Party?

    <p>President and Risk Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of submitting an event request less than 2 days before the event?

    <p>Event could be denied by the President and Risk Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must take place if windows are opened during any event?

    <p>Close them immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Nu Delta Fraternity Constitution

    • Preamble: The fraternity aims to strengthen brotherhood, foster pride in the house, and promote academic excellence, maintaining ties with alumni.

    Article I - Identity

    • Section 1: The name of the fraternal organization is Nu Delta Fraternity, Incorporated.

    Article II - Membership

    • Section 1: To be considered an Active Brother, a person must:

      • Be an undergraduate student at MIT, or previously enrolled the preceding semester.
      • Maintain good financial standing with the house, or have a plan approved by the Internal Revenue Committee alongside the Nu Delta Housing Contract

    • Section 2: Any MIT student may be pledged. Pledging is initiated with a 3/4 vote of Active Brothers.

    • Section 3: Pledges, after completing training (duration annually determined by Active Brothers), can become Brothers if approved by an affirmative 3/4 vote of Active Brothers, and if not a member of another fraternal organization except honorary or service fraternities. Pledges become Brothers on initiation.

    • Section 4: Only properly qualified pledges can be initiated into the brotherhood.

    Article III - Officers

    • Section 1: The Executive Committee consists of officers (President, Vice President, Pledge Trainer, Treasurer, House Manager, Maintenance Chair, Steward, Rush Chair, and Brotherhood Chair) with specific ranks and terms.

    • Section 2:

      • Officers serve one-year terms.
      • President and Pledge Trainer can not be re-elected for consecutive terms.
      • A person may run for reelection to either position if they've held that particular office for less than half of a term.

    • Section 3: Only one person can hold each position in the Executive Committee, unless the fraternity is too small to have several positions.

    • Section 4: A Brother may only hold one Executive Committee position at one time, unless the number of members limits this.

    Section 5-6: Election Procedures

    • Officers are elected during the second semester or two weeks after the pledge introduction.

    • Nominations are open at least seven days before elections.

    • Section 7: Rush Chair(s) are elected via plurality vote of Active Brothers after all Executive Committee members are elected.

    Section 8: Duties of Officers

    • Executive Committee members ensure all activities align with the fraternity's rules and the Interfraternity Council's rules of MIT.

    Article IV - Meetings

    • Section 1: Regular weekly meetings are held during the academic year. Special meetings can be called by the highest-ranking officer or, by a majority vote.

    • Section 2: Order of business: call to order, roll call, officer reports, old business, new business, good of the order, and adjournment.

    • Section 3: Officers can be recalled by a 2/3 vote from a majority of the Active Members.

    • Section 4: All members of the Executive Committee must live in the house during the academic year, unless exceptions apply.

    Article V - Finances

    • Section 1: House bills are collected according to the Nu Delta Housing Contract. Every Brother living in the house must sign the contract annually.

    • Section 2: An Internal Revenue Committee (President, Vice President, and Treasurer) enforces the procedure for housing bills.

    • Section 3: If any officer of the Internal Revenue Committee is in poor financial standing, they are replaced immediately by the next officer in line.

    Article VI - Risk Management Policy

    • Section 1: All activities must adhere to the fraternity's Risk Management Policy.

    Article VII - Standing Rules

    • Section 1: Any motion that will be in effect for more than one semester will be moved as a Standing Rule.

    • Section 2: A Standing Rule requires a 2/3 vote from the Active Brothers and can only be repealed using a similar vote (or a majority vote if six days notice isn't given).

    • Section 3: A Standing Rule cannot defy the constitution unless approved by 3/4 of the Active Brothers.

    Article VIII - Miscellaneous

    • Section 1: Amendments to the constitution require a 3/4 vote from Active Brothers.

    • Section 2: A quorum is needed for votes; only active members vote.

    • Section 3: The spirit of the constitution is more important than the exact wording.

    Standing Rules:

    • General: Failure to follow standing rules results in executive committee intervention.

    • Memberships: (includes key policy regarding members of the fraternity).

    • Active/Inactive Policy: outlines the criteria for Active membership, and the transition process to Inactive status if needed with particular reasons/requirements to be considered an Inactive brother.

    • Physical House Structure: guidelines for house alterations, improvements, and the level of noise within the house.

    • Lifestyles: details quiet hours, and enforcement policies.

    • Voting on House Business: describes the voting process for house decisions.

    • Brother Input Into Expenditures: Rules related to spending from the Social Chair budget, including the limitation to a specific portion of the allocated budget, and approval processes (must be approved by 50% of active members).

    • Awards: criteria and process for selecting the Brother of the Year.

    • Brother Accountability Policy: Rules regarding damages to house property.

    • Dirty Room Fine Policy: Defines the consequences for dirty rooms.

    • Housing Cancellation Policy: Procedures for canceling housing.

    • Sections 3, 4, 5, and the additional sections on fines and penalties describe how the policies work, and detail the specific guidelines for active members and events in the house

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