Section 1. This organization shall be named The Asian Pacific Islander's Club (API). Section 2. This organization shall comply with the stated objectives of Pacific Lutheran University, as well as the rules and regulations established by the University, and is responsible to University authorities.
Section 1. To promote awareness of Asian Pacific Islander cultures and traditions to
the Pacific Lutheran University and outside community and especially to bring about self-awareness
of cultures and traditions.
Section 2. Promote awareness about the organization's activities to the students, faculty,
and staff of Pacific Lutheran University.
Section 3. Provide social activities and educational programs for the organization and the
University community.
Section 1. Membership shall consist of all active members of the organization and the advisor.
Section 2. An active member is defined as any student, faculty, or staff member of the University
who meets the following criteria:
Section 3. No person shall be denied membership on the basis of sex, color, race, religion,
age, nationality, social status, physical or mental disabilities, sexual orientation, or creed.
The association complies with Title 6 and Title 9 of the Federal Education Amendment.
Section 4. The requirement of annual due payment will be determined at the beginning of each
school year (Fall semester) by the Executive Committee.
Section 1. The officers of the organization shall consist of the President, Vice President,
Treasurer, Secretary, and Public Relations Director. They shall be called the Executive Committee.
Section 2. The President shall a) preside over the meetings, b) appoint all committees deemed
necessary and appropriate by the organization.
Section 3. The Vice President shall a) preside over the meetings in the absence of the President,
b) notify all members of upcoming meetings.
Section 4. The Treasurer shall a) prepare the annual budget, b) be in charge of transacting and
reporting all the organization's financial affairs, c) communicate all affairs to the President and/or
Vice President bi-monthly.
Section 5. The Secretary shall a) take minutes of all meetings of the organization, b) be responsible
for registering the organization each year with the Student Involvement and Leadership Office (SIL)
and with the Associated Students of Pacific Lutheran University (ASPLU) Office.
Section 6. The Public Relations Director shall a) be in charge of publicity for upcoming meetings and
activities, b) keep a running account of all API events.
Section 7. Elections shall be held a) in April for the upcoming year for the office of President, b) in
October of the school year for all other offices.
Section 1. The Advisor shall be a faculty member of Pacific Lutheran University, chosen and agreed upon by a simple majority of all members of the club. Section 2. The Advisor shall advise the officers of the Executive Committee on the Pacific Lutheran University's objectives, rules, and regulations.
Section 1. The organization shall hold its meetings two times every month. Section 2. Special meetings of the organization may be called by the President or the Advisor. Section 3. Meetings of the Executive Committee shall occur at least once a month.
Section 1. Only active members are eligible to vote.
Section 2. A simple majority of those active members present at the meetings is required to pass
a motion or legislation. All members must be properly notified of all meetings.
Section 1. Pacific Lutheran University will not be held responsible in the event of injury or damage to any person or property as the result of an organization-sponsored activity.
Section 1. The Executive Committee shall review all proposed amendments.
Section 2. Amendment shall be placed on the agenda for the next regular meeting discussion
and voting.