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A L P H A R E G U L AT I O N S P R E S E N TAT I O N
ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC.

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PREFACE
• Article II Section 2.3 grants the GC as the sole and supreme legislative body with power to enact legislation• Article IX Section 2.1 authorizes the BOD to develop
policies and programs within the limits of constitutional provisions & recommend legislative changes to the GC • Composition of Alpha Fraternal Regulations
Consists of bifurcated Articles, Sections and Subsections from CBL Board committees with input from managementAll sections are approved by either the GC or BOD

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Accounting section governs the fiscal matters of the GO
GT is responsible for the safeguards of all moneys, funds and securities
GT required to deposit funds in approved banks within five (5) business days
GT disperses funds only upon written orders signed by the ED and CT
LM: all cash and investments shall have separate records and accounts apart from GO funds
See Alpha Accounting Policies Procedure Manual for comprehensive GO procedures
SECTION I: ACCOUNTING

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Bond (sufficient and comprehensive) GT and CT in an amount and form determined by BOD on advice and with approval of the LC to ensure fraternity against loss based on conduct
ED authorizes orders for all budgetary expenditures approved by GP or BOD
ED deposits funds within five (5) business days of receipt
ED delivers (at least once a year) books and records to authorized person(s) to audit said books and records
Continued
SECTION I: ACCOUNTING

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Deposit all funds in the name of A Phi A in approved financial institutions selected by the BOD
Approved financial institutions must be government insured: Federal Deposit Insurance Corp (FDIC); Securities Investors Protection Corp (SIPC)
Invest GO funds in authorized investments, per investment guidelines adopted and amended by the BOD, except upon approval of the BOD
GT, CT, ED and staff of the CO must be covered by a blanket surety bond approved by the BOD
Amount varies based on financial responsibility
No less than $100,000
Cost covered by GO
General Officers bonds are deposited with the GP and kept in a safety deposit box paid by the GO
Fiscal year: January 1 – December 31
Continued
SECTION I: ACCOUNTING

U N D E R D E V E L O P M E N T
SECTION II: ADMINISTRATIVE

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Relationships between Alpha chapters and affiliated entities must be explained via a MOU which clearly states how the Alpha chapter and affiliated entity interacts
Rights of Intellectual Property: National Programs facilitated and implemented via A Phi A’s Education Foundation
Alpha chapters and foundations must operate in a manner consistent with the workings of the Education Foundation.
Alpha chapters, non-profit entities creating personal or chapter commercial marketing ventures must have CO approval or be in possible violation of federal and state laws
A Phi A symbols are protected by federal trademark laws; Unauthorized use will violate numerous state and federal laws. Federal laws allow A Phi A to recover costs, attorney’s fees for lawsuits enforcing its rights and to seek actual or statutory damages
Governance of foundations established by Alpha chapters and/or members of Alpha chapters
SECTION III:AFFILIATE ENTITIES

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Chapters with 501c3 affiliated entities must provide the ED
Articles of Incorporation
Bylaws
Registered Agent Documentation
Annual 990’s
Annual Budgets
Annual Audits
Copy of Fund Solicitation Documents
Listings of organization’s members and officers
MOU between Alpha chapter and affiliate
Established 501c3 charitable organizations affiliated with an Alpha chapter and/or member of same, must file their Annual Report to the appropriate Office of Secretary of State and the ED
Chapters and foundations seeking revenue generating ventures must submit a proposal to ED to ensure venture is in compliance with established policies
Governance of foundations established by Alpha chapters and/or members of Alpha chapters
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SECTION III:AFFILIATE ENTITIES

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ASALAH – Association for the Study of Life and History of African Americans
BBBS – Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
LCCR – Leadership Council of Civil Rights
MoD – March of Dimes
NIC – North American Inter-Fraternity Council
NPHC – National Pan-Hellenic Council
NCBCP – National Coalition of Black Civic Participation
NAACP – National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
NUL – National Urban League
Organizations A Phi A has relationships with and formal MOU’s outlining the terms of agreement
SECTION IV:AFFILIATE
ORGANIZATIONS

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Required officers included in Alpha chapters’ CBL
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Associate Editor to “The Sphinx”
Chaplain
Historian
Director of Educational Activities
Chapter Dean of Membership
Alpha chapters may elect or appoint additional officers
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Required Alpha Chapter Officers
SECTION V: CHAPTER
ORGANIZATION

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Annual Election of Chapter Officers
College – April’s first regular meeting. Successful candidates take office no later than first meeting of the following semester or quarter
Alumni – May’s first regular meeting. Successful candidates take office no later than first meeting in September
Term: One (1) year or until their successor is elected and qualified
Names and addresses of elected officers must be submitted within ten (10) days after election via AlphaNet
ED forwards names and addresses to RVP, other officers and committee chairmen as requested
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Annual Elections
SECTION V: CHAPTER
ORGANIZATION

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ED provides Charter
Seal
Ritual
Fraternity Manual(s)
A Phi A’s CBL
Other official documents
Alpha chapter has right to use GO’s symbols, shield and other emblems; restricted to the provisions of the CBL and other rules and regulations adopted by the GC or BOD
Chapter officers are responsible and obliged to maintain custody and control over GO property and must relinquish same to the GO when requested by RVP, ED, or committee having authority based on CBL
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Establishment of Alpha Chapters
SECTION V: CHAPTER
ORGANIZATION

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Steps for RVP to begin de-chartering action with a chapter that has been inactive for three (3) consecutive years
Notification of intent to de-charter circulated by the ED to all Alpha chapters in the affected region
Brothers have six (6) months to re-activate the chapter, prior to which no de-chartering action will be final
Alpha Chapter’s name and key may not be re-assigned until after final de-chartering of Alpha chapter
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Inactive Alpha Chapter
SECTION V: CHAPTER
ORGANIZATION

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ED shall notify Alpha chapters of committee appointments
Recommend to the GC suitable rules and procedures for conducting elections to General Offices
Supervise the elections of all General Offices based on the GC’s approved rules and procedures not inconsistent with the CBL
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Committee on Elections
SECTION VI: COMMITTEES

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Educational Activities
BOD, on recommendation of GP, may engage on a contractual basis other such necessary employees to assist the ED in conducting work in the CO
Housing Committee Director of Housing Activities
Plan and direct operations of housing activities and programs
Liaison between A Phi A and Alpha Phi Alpha Building Foundation, Inc.
Communicate with local and regional bodies of A Phi A and Building Foundation
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Committees on Educational Activities
and Housing
SECTION VI: COMMITTEES

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Make recommendations to the GC with respect to all proposed amendments to the CBL
May on its own motion recommend corrections of text which do not alter the substance of an existing Article or Section of a proposed amendment
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Committees on Constitution
SECTION VI: COMMITTEES

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Study expenditures of the several departments of the GO
Recommend budgets to the BOD and the GC
Recommend to the BOD and GC investment programs that will yield reasonable income
Recommend to BOD and GC suitable depositories
Maintain a continuous audit of budgeted financial operations
Determine quarterly allocations within approved budget maximums
Three (3) committee members shall be appointed to serve as the Finance Sub-committee
Quadrennial Financial Analysis: engage Accounting Firm to conduct an overall financial analysis. Purpose: streamline operations, recommend a fee structure for GO’s continuous operation All recommendations must be approved by the GC
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Committees on Budget and Finance
SECTION VI: COMMITTEES

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Recommend for GC approval criteria for establishment of Alpha chapters
Investigate and report academic standings (College Chapter) of institution’s enrolling students who submitted petition for Alpha chapter establishment to the ED
Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the potential of the petitioners viability to organize and maintain an Alumni chapters
Submit findings, with recommendations to the ED, for approval by GC or BOD as appropriate
Advise appropriate RVP when investigating academic institutions
Recommend (optional) an Alpha chapter’s suspension or deactivation to the respective RVP or, when appropriate, the GC when it determines an Alpha chapter violates the CBL or other rules regulating
Chapter Suspension – responsible for receiving and preserving all GO property in custody of the chapter and depositing same to CO; Upon restoration or reactivation, committee shall return such property to the chapter
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Committee on Membership,
Standards and Extension
SECTION VI: COMMITTEES

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Historical Commission
GP’s appoints brothers with long standing membership
Historian serves a Chair
Assists the Historian in maintaining and documenting significant events in the continuity of GO through the years and in preservation of historical tradition
Report activities to GC and make recommendations for reprinting of new editions of the A Phi A’s published history
Committee on Publications
Develop the editorial policies and supervise the publication of “The Sphinx”
Recommend revisions to existing publications and develop new publications with due regard to the GO’s welfare
Coordinate editorial publications with the CO
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Historical Commission and Committees on
Publications, Racial Justice
SECTION VI: COMMITTEES

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Committee on Personnel
Develop a personnel code Provide job descriptions
Review duties and responsibilities of staffEvaluate and report qualifications of applicants for professional positions to BOD
Recommend to BOD schedule of salaries and emoluments for the CO staffPublish to Alpha chapters staff vacancies, specifically professional levels, via “The Sphinx”
Committee on Racial Justice
Liaison between GO and community, church and interfaith groups in combating discrimination
Secure justice for Blacks and other deprived people
Campaign on behalf of domestic and international concerns relating to government group repression, political injustice, famine, and other forms of human misery
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Committees on Personnel; Racial Justice
SECTION VI: COMMITTEES

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Composition: All five (5) ARVPs
Five (5) College Brothers (1 per region) appointed by GP from recommendations by RVP and/or ARVP
Chairman (must have been initiated in a college chapter) appointed by GP
Serve two (2) years ; ARVP’s serving as long as they are members of the BOD
Official voice of the College Brothers in addressing concerns, issues, and recommendations to the BOD and GC
Supervise and serve as advisory board on all College Brothers’ activities and events during the GC
Recommend to GP various College Brothers’ appointments to committees
Act and serve as representatives to all adhoc committees on intake of members
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Commission on College Brothers’ Affairs
SECTION VI: COMMITTEES

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SECTION VII: COMMUNICATIONSU N D E R D E V E L O P M E N T

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Alpha chapters shall adopt CBL’s which shall not conflict with the GO’s CBL
Alpha chapters submits adopted CBL’s and any amendments to the ED for approval by the GP or designee
GP or designee must ratify all Alpha chapters’ CBL or amendments prior to their being in force
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
CHAPTER VIII: CONSTITUTION

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SECTION IX: CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
S E E J O I N T R E P O R T F R O M T H E C H A I R M A N O F T H E B U I L D I N G F O U N D A T I O N A N D T H E FA C I L I T Y M A I N T E N A N C E C O M M I T T E E

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GC, by majority vote, may declare a chapter inactive for
Less than seven (7) members
Refusal to pay grand tax
Refusal to pay chapter tax
Refusal to pay chapter insurance fees
Failure to attend any two (2) successive GC
Violation of CBL or Ritual
Inactive Chapters may apply for reinstatement by submitting a written petition to the ED who shall refer said petition immediately GC or BOD as appropriate
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
SECTION X: DISCIPLINE

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RVP handles local Alpha chapter controversies and misunderstanding
Chapters have the right to appeal RVP’s decision to the GC or BOD
No Alpha chapter is authorized to conduct intake activities without first paying the current year’s chapter tax and insurance fees and is in good standing with the GO
RVP has authority to suspend a member or chapter. The suspended member or chapter has the right to appeal to the GC or BOD as appropriate
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Continued
SECTION X: DISCIPLINE

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Procedure for removal of any officer of the GO
Via recall election
Immediately upon petition by two-third vote (2/3) of members casting votes in the election of officers
GC or BOD may censure a member for
Conduct inconsistent with the traditions and usages of the GO
Commission of any act which tends to reflect unfavorably upon GO
Such penalties may be in addition to expulsion if the GC so decides
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Continued
SECTION X: DISCIPLINE

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Chapter Initiated Expulsion to the GC
Written notice of the intended action, including specific charges provided to the member at least thirty days (30) prior to the opening say of the GC
Copies of notice sent at the same time to the ED and appropriate RVP
ED informs member in question by registered letter, return receipt
Member in question has the right to appear in his defense before the Grievances and Discipline Committee of the GC
In the event of his inability to appear, the member may select or request the GP to appoint a member in good standing to represent him
Reinstatement ED, upon receipt of application for reinstatement, notifies the expelled member’s chapter and the charging chapter
Approval by a two-thirds majority vote of the GC the expelled brother can be reinstated
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Continued
SECTION X: DISCIPLINE

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Alpha chapters have power to discipline its members and impose the penalty of censure, fine, or suspension
Alpha chapter may report a non-chapter member to his chapter for conduct unbecoming a member of A Phi A provided the charges are in writing and signed by the reporting member
Copies of such charges shall be sent to the ED and the appropriate RVP
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Continued
SECTION X: DISCIPLINE

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Title to each A Phi A “Badge” is vested in the GO
ED shall demand the return of an expelled member’s “badge” invoking due process of the law
ED will reimburse expelled member on return of the “Badge”
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
“Badge”
SECTION X: DISCIPLINE

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GP GC narrows nominees down to two candidates to the entire body when there are more than two nominees
RVP and ARVP
Election by secret ballot and majority vote at the site of the convention
Candidates receiving largest number of votes are declared elected; except with one (1) nominee – ED, by motion passed, casts a single ballot for said officer(s)
Names of elected general officers shall be forwarded to ED with thirty (30) days of end of Regional Convention
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
SECTION XI: ELECTION

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Installation of Officers
All officers shall be installed at the GC (except noted below) and shall hold office until their successors are elected, or appointed and qualified
Off year GC Installation of ARVP shall be performed at the Regional Convention
Qualified and eligible voting delegates vote by ballots prepared for the purpose according to the rules and procedures of the Committee on Elections
GP appoints two (2) tellers; one (1) tallyman for counting ballots; and GC Chaplain serves as the observer during the counting of ballots
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Continued
SECTION XI: ELECTION

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Minutes of all BOD meetings, including action taken, shall be mailed to all chapters within thirty (30) days
BOD designates the official jeweler; jeweler is instructed to make no insignia of A Phi A except upon a written order from the ED
Official jeweler shall make no other insignia of the fraternity
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
SELECTION XII: EXECUTIVE
BOD

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Active member of A Phi A
Selected based on proven professional qualifications requisite to the duties and responsibilities
Minutes of GC are to be printed and sent to chapters within sixty (60) days after the conclusion of GC
Permit access to the books, papers and records of office only to members or persons, with written authorization by the GP, or as appropriate, the designated member or members of the BOD
Prepare convention report based on status of accounts on first day of the month preceding the GC ED certifies original report and sends to GP
Prepare other reports as needed
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
SECTION XIII: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Maintain records of all members and individual accounts
Date of initiation
Chapter of initiation
Payments
Timely meeting notification of GC or Special GC
Each Alpha Chapter
Each financial member at the time of notice
“The Sphinx” may serve as notification
Ensure that all “badges” are registered and serially numbered before they are delivered
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Continued
SECTION XIII: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Education Foundation:
Plan, organize and direct educational activities and scholarship programs of GO
Coordinate activities with Alpha chapters in implementing related programs
Authorized to communicate with source funding for educational programs – public or private – in the name of GO or foundation
Authorized to expend money received for purposes and programs of the foundation – in accordance with CBL and constitution of foundation
Building Foundation:
Assists college, professional and former students and graduates in the operations, acquisition and ownership of housing as an aid in advancement of their education, research, civic and cultural development
Authorized to provide housing to low and moderate income families, seniors, and disabled in accordance with US and state, with the right to own, sell, convey, mortgage, or lease properties
Authorized to perform all acts, as required to fulfill the CBL of GO and constitution of the Foundation
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
SECTION XIV: FOUNDATIONS

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Prepare and publish a convention manual for use and guidance of chapters serving as host to a GC
GC shall hold at least one (1) public session; speaker selected by GP in consultation with BOD
GC shall include a formal banquet; purpose is to foster and develop fraternity spirit and fellowship
GP instructs ED to give each chapter and all financial brothers the meeting call which includes time and place ninety (90) days prior to first day of GC
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
SECTION XV: GENERAL
CONVENTIONS

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BOD gives a general report of its activities at the first session of the GC and following the August Board meeting of a non-GC year
Each Alpha chapter submits by June 1 of convention year, their delegates’ name and pass card number CO will provide official forms
GC Awards and Achievements presented at the banquet
College Chapter Achievement
Alumni Chapter Achievement
Outstanding College Chapter Member
Outstanding Alumni Chapter Member
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Continued
SECTION XV: GENERAL
CONVENTIONS

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Historian shall publish, per GP or the BOD, a new edition of “The History of Alpha Phi Alpha: A Development in College Life”
All materials, documents and other matters collected, assembled or in custody, shall be held or remain the property of CO
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Continued
SECTION XVI: HISTORY
BOOK

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Contractually employed by the BOD for a fixed period; contract approved by the GP or BOD
Hold no other employment during his contract
Contractual terms include annual salary and emoluments commensurate with qualifications and duties and responsibilities of the office
BOD annually recommends suitable salary adjustments and emoluments for the GO the budget
BOD requires before employment, a surety bond, to ensure fraternity against loss for any cause, payable to GO Bond amount is determined by BOD with advice from the LCGP and BOD gives guidance, supervision and direction in the conduct of his office as may be required
BOD may terminate the contract of ED or any CO staff for reasonable cause per the contract and personnel policies
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Executive Director
SECTION XVII:HUMAN
RESOURCES

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BOD may contractually hire other employees as determined by the ED - on the recommendation of the GP and approved by the BOD
One employed Assistant ED on the CO’s staff shall be designated “Editor-in-Chief of “The Sphinx”.
“Editor-in-Chief” Responsible for content of “The Sphinx”
Ensures no ritualistic matters or breaches of GO or chapter ethics are included in “The Sphinx”
Supervised by the Publications Committee and coordinated with CO staff of the Office of the ED
Appointment of Technical Personnel
May appoint a General Officer on a paid contractual basis if neededGP approves, on BOD recommendation, and within budgetary provisions
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Additional Office Assistance; Technical
Personnel
SECTION XVII:HUMAN
RESOURCES

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SECTION XVIII: INTERNAL AUDITS E E I N T E R N A L A U D I T S TA N D A R D O P E R AT I N G P R O C E D U R E S

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No withdrawals from principal of any kind or purpose except
Three-fourths (3/4) affirmative vote of the GC or
To satisfy a judgment, decree, or order of a court of competent jurisdiction for payment of GO’s legal claimsNot invoked or operative without written advice from LC and approved by BOD
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
SECTION XIX:LIFE
MEMBERSHIP

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Transfer of Membership
Member or Alpha chapter Secretary submits transfer request via AlphaNet
College members can’t transfer from a college to an Alumni chapter while a currently enrolled student leading to their first baccalaureate degree
Admittance to Fraternity and Chapter Meetings
Member seeking admittance to a chapter he is not affiliated with must present his pass card or life membership plate and meet such ritualistic test as prescribed by GO
A member will be denied admittance to all GC closed sessions unless he is in good standing with the GO and his chapter is registered at the GC. Exemption from chapter obligation shall be provided in the CBL
Delegates must exhibit satisfactory credentials from his chapter
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
SECTION XX: MEMBERS AND MEMBERSHIP

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Members in good standing with GO and chapter are entitled to receive “The Sphinx” and upon request and payment of a fee to the ED a copy of the minutes of the preceding GC
Each Alpha chapter must establish and maintain a permanent address (fraternity house) or Post Office Box in the location of jurisdiction
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
SECTION XX: MEMBERS AND MEMBERSHIP

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SECTION XXI: PROTOCOL S E E P R O T O C O L A N D E T I Q U E T T E M A N U A L A P P R O V E D B Y T H E D E L E G A T E S
O F T H E 2 0 1 0 G E N E R A L C O N V E N T I O N

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SECTION XXII: PUBLIC RELATIONSS E E B O D A P P R O V E D M E D I A A N D C R I S I S M A N A G E M E N T O P E R A T I N G
P R O C E D U R E S

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RVP gives written notice of time and place to each chapter within the region at least sixty (60) days in advance
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
Regional Convention Call
SECTION XXIII: REGIONAL
CONVENTIONS

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Regional jurisdiction of chapters based on geographical areas determined by the GC
District Organization
Submits to RVP a recommended, prioritized list of no more than three (3) candidates for DD; RVP shall appoint one to head the district
Like procedure is afforded to ARVP to select an ADD and confirmed by the RVP
RVP appoints regional staff
EDSecretaryFinancial SecretaryTreasurerEditor of “The Sphinx”ChaplainNewsletter EditorPublicity ChairmanLCEducation Chair
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
SECTION XXIV: REGIONAL
ORGANIZATION

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Investigates and corrects all forms of delinquency, financial or moral which may arise within their Alpha chapters
Recommends (optional) members from their regions to assist LC, Director of Educational Activities or the Editor of “The Sphinx”
This section was originally in the CBL and was moved here when the GC created the Alpha Regulations.
SECTION XXV: RVP

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Board committee on strategic plan works jointly with the Organizational Effectiveness Committee to establish ongoing Strategic Plan
Reviews plan on a scheduled basis to measure outcomes and
Makes suggestions for continuous improvement and goal attainment
SECTION XXVI: STRATEGIC
PLAN

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc ( A Phi A)
Constitution and Bylaws (CBL)
General Convention (GC)
General Organization (GO)
Alpha Chapter – College and Alumni chapters
Board of Directors (BOD)
General President (GP)
Regional Vice President (RVP)
Assistant Regional Vice President (ARVP)
General Treasurer (GT)
Comptroller (CT)
Executive Director (ED)
General Counsel (LC)
District Director (DD)
Assistant District Director (ADD)
Life Membership Reserve Fund (LM)
Corporate Office (CO)
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Contents of this Presentation is based on materials developed by the National Membership Development
Taskforce
Presentation Compiled by John M. Williams
There shall be NO DEVIATIONS or ADJUSTMENTS!!
Refer questions or comments to [email protected]
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