Kappa Epsilon

1. Article I: Name
   1. The name of this organization shall be Sigma Chapter of Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, Inc. The organization is a professional fraternity and student organization at The University of Arizona College of Pharmacy.
2. Article II: Objectives
   1. Sigma Chapter shall function as a unit of the national organization, exercise the privilege of selection and initiation of individual members, and send at least two delegates to the biennial convention which governs this fraternity.
3. Article III: Membership
   1. Any student at The University of Arizona is eligible to be an active member and may hold office.
   2. Non-students may act as associate members, but may not vote or hold office.
   3. Membership in this fraternity shall consist of collegiate members of Kappa Epsilon. Alumnae (if there is no alumnae chapter), professional, associate, and honorary members may participate; however; only collegiate members may hold office or vote in chapter meetings.
   4. Candidates for membership shall be selected according to the national bylaws of Kappa Epsilon Fraternity and the bylaws of Sigma Chapter.
      1. Initiated collegiate members shall select candidates for membership by a secret ballot. Upon two-thirds vote of the chapter members in good standing, the candidates shall be invited to become members.
      2. After acceptance, the candidate shall be pledged by the official service, shall receive instruction about fraternity matters, shall fulfill all other pledge requirements as defined in the chapter bylaws, and shall pass an examination covering instruction.
      3. Upon two-thirds vote of the chapter members present and in good standing, a pledge shall become a member, following initiation by the official service.
   5. Qualifications for membership are as follows:
      1. Each pledge shall serve as a pledge for six weeks, shall abide by rules governing pledging and initiation adopted by this chapter, shall wear the official pledge pin at all fraternity functions, shall receive instruction in fraternity matters, and shall be under the leadership of the leadership of this chapter.
      2. A pledge shall successfully pass a final written examination on the material covered in the pledge program. A pledge shall be required to complete on fund-raising, one social and on professional community service project during the pledge time or the semester immediately following initiation as a member.
      3. A the time of initiation, each new member shall pay $55, which shall initiate them into National Kappa Epsilon.
   6. A member in good standing shall meet all finacial obligations to the Grand Council of Kappa Epsilon and Sigma Chapter.
4. Article IV: Advisor
   1. This chapter shall be required to have an advisor from The University of Arizona College of Pharmacy, who shall be approved by the dean, be present at a majority of its meetings and whose input shall be considered when making fraternity decisions.
5. Article V: Administration
   1. This chapter shall keep all records in permanent books duly labeled and dated so that they may form a history of the chapter.
6. Article VI: Not-for-profit statement
   1. This is a not-for-profit organization.
7. Article VII: Statement of non-discrimination
   1. This organization shall not discriminate on the basis of age, color, ethnicity, gender, national origin, disability or handicap, race, religion, sexual orientation, Vietnam Era veteran status. This policy will include, but is not limited to recruiting, membership, organization activities or opportunities to hold office.
8. Article VIII: Financial obligations
   1. Each member shall pay annual dues of $40, of which the required amount shall be paid to the national executive office for national annual dues. The remainder shall be retained for fraternity expenses.
9. Article IX: Statement of non-hazing
   1. This organization will not conspire to engage in hazing, participate in hazing, or commit any act that causes or is likely to cause bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm to any fellow student or person attending the institution.
10. Article X: Statement of compliace with campus regulations
    1. This organization shall comply with all University and campus policies and regulations and local, state, and federal laws.
11. Article XI: Parliamentary authority
    1. The rules contained in Robert's Rules of Order, Newly Revised shall govern all meetings in matters not covered by these bylaws.
12. Article XII: Amendments
    1. The chapter bylaws may be amended by two-thirds vote of the members present and in good standing at any meeting provided notice of such proposed amendment be given to all members at least one meeting prior to the voting.

Article I: Officers

1. The officers of this chapter shall be as follows: President, Vice-President, Treasurer/Fundraising, Secretary, Communications/Public Relations Chair, Alumni Liaison, Pledge Education, Historian, Projects/Program Chair.
2. Election of officers shall be as follows:
   1. The officers shall be elected for a term of one year beginning in April of each year.
   2. Voting shall be by secret ballot. A simple majority of members present and in good standing shall be necessary for the election of an officer.
   3. Officers shall be nominated by the members in good standing, providing the nominee has given prior consent.
   4. The nomination shall be presented at the regular meeting prior to elections. Additional nominations may be made from the floor at the election meeting, providing that the nominee had given prior consent.
   5. Election of officers shall be held at a designated meeting in the month of March. The new officers shall be installed during the month of April, and the regular meeting shall follow.
3. After a brief orientation period by their respective predecessors prior to installation, the officers shall assume their respective duties immediately upon installation. The installation shall be no longer than the first meeting in April.
4. In the event of a vacancy in the office of the President, the Vice-President automatically becomes President. The office of Vice-President shall be filled at the next regular meeting by election. Vacancies of other offices shall also be filled by election at the next regular meeting.
5. An officer may be removed from office by three-fourths vote of all members in good standing.
6. Duties of officers are as follows:
   1. General duties of the officers of this fraternity:
      1. To assist in initiations
      2. To meet with the officers at meetings call by the President
      3. The out-going officers shall advise the incoming officers in all matters concerning their position
   2. President - the duties of the president shall be:
      1. To preside at meetings
      2. To appoint committees
      3. To become familiar with the officers' duties and instruct them
      4. To call special meetings
      5. To direct initiations
      6. To have supervision over the chapter
      7. To appoint additional officers upon approval of the chapter

      c. Vice-President - the duties of the Vice-President shall be:
      1. To become President in the event of vacancy of the office
      2. To act as President in the absence of the President
      3. To supervise all committee work
      4. To instruct the activities in fraternity matters
      5. To serve as Pledge Trainer with the following responsibilities:
         a. Rush party coordination 
         b. Pledge ritual coordination
         c. Pledge training and exam
         d. Initiation Ritual coordination
      6. Responsible for coordination of all other rituals and ceremonies
      7. Responsible for cleanliness and storage of ritual and ceremony symbols

      d. Secretary/Chaplain - the duties of Secretary/Chaplain shall be:
      1. To keep records of proceedings, keeping files of all letters received and copies sent
      2. To make reports required by the national executive office and keep duplicates on file
      3. To keep a list of all initiates and members
      4. To perform such duties as are put forth in any ceremony of the fraternity
      5. To perform chaplain duties as are put forth in any ceremony of the fraternity
      6. Responsible for recognition of initiates and members' birthdays

e. Treasurer - the duties of the treasurer shall be:
1. To inform the members about dues
2. To keep an accurate record of all money received and expended
3. To make a monthly report to the chapter
4. To pay all financial obligations of the chapter
5. To make an annual report to the national executive office
6. Responsible for fundraiser activities

f. Historian/Reporter - the duties of the Historian/Reporter shall be:
1. To keep a scrapbook of the articles and papers concerning the chapter and the events of the fraternity
2. To act as general publicity chairman for the chapter

Article II: Meetings

1. This fraternity shall meet once a month. Additional meetings shall be held as necessary.
2. For any meeting of this chapter, a quorum shall consist of one-third of the members in good standing.

Philanthropy

Kappa Epsilon has two national philanthropies: ovarian cancer awareness and breast cancer awareness.  Our chapter, Sigma, actively participates in both of these great causes. 

The Sigma chapter focuses on supporting breast cancer awareness and research efforts through various activities. In the past, Sigma chapter has participated in the Southern Arizona Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk in the fall and the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in the spring.  We also hold various fundraisers throughout the year to raise money for breast cancer research. Some examples of fundraisers include pink ribbon antenna toppers and t-shirts with sayings like “Save Second Base” and “Big or Small…Save Them All” and donated a portion of the profits to Susan G. Komen.

In addition to our involvement in PharmCORP and spreading awareness about breast cancer, we make a yearly donation to the Tucson Community Food Bank by hosting a “Penny Wars” competition each December.  We love supporting other fraternities in their philanthropic activities and are active participants in other service events hosted by various organizations at the College.

Social Events

Our members love to spend time together and we try to cater to everyone’s individual interests.  We have a minimum of one social event each month.  Every fall we go to a local pumpkin patch where we pick pumpkins and have a blast making our way through the corn maze.  We love to have social events at amazing restaurants like Guadalajara Grill or have laid back barbeques at each other’s houses or local parks.

One thing that makes Kappa Epsilon different from other pharmacy fraternities is that we love having members bring along their family, friends, or significant others to our social events.  We love getting to know one another and feel that meeting the people in your life is a great way to do that. 

Brotherhood

Brotherhood is one of the main focuses of our fraternity and so we have at least one brotherhood event each semester.  Each member of our fraternity gets a “Big Brother” who is their guide to all things KE.  A Big Brother serves as a mentor and a friend to each new initiate and is someone who can help address any concerns the new initiates may have.  Kappa Epsilons are there for their brothers when in need and truly care about one another.

In addition to creating close bonds within our chapter, we strive to get to know other chapters across the country by attending the bi-annual National Convention.  We encourage our members to attend and even help them pay for convention fees.  The convention is an awesome way to get to know other Kappa Epsilons and to learn more about the fraternity.

Networking

Being a member of Kappa Epsilon really has its benefits, and networking is a huge bonus!  There are thousands of Kappa Epsilons across the nation, all of whom love to help their brothers out.  Members of Kappa Epsilon have access to alumni across the country and are able to network to find jobs, travel and make business connections.  When you’re a KE, you’re never alone!