Constitution:
ARTICLE I - Name
Australian Rules Football Club at Ohio State
ARTICLE II - Purpose
To establish an Australian Rules Football Club at The Ohio State University in order to promote and support the sport and culture of Australia. Making efforts to reach out to the student body to increase exposure and awareness in the university community. To assist in player skill development, provide a competitive environment and increase understanding of Australian way of life while encouraging a close camaraderie between all members.
ARTICLE III - Membership
Membership shall be open to any student at The Ohio State University. A nominal fee is required by active members for membership recognition. Active members may deactivate at their discretion with written notice. The club agrees to honor and uphold the university's non-discrimination policy statement. Members are expected to participate consistently throughout the course of the year.
ARTICLE IV - Meeting
Weekly Meetings/Practices will be held during the season (April - October), Thursday evenings @ 5:30 pm at either of the following locations (based on field space/availability)
- Tuttle Park: 240 W. Oakland Avenue, 43201
- Fred Beekman Park, Columbus, Ohio 43221
- Additional meetings/trainings may be scheduled at the discretion of the club officers
ARTICLE V - Officers
President: Responsible for organizing and leading the club in year's. Vice President: Oversees travel issues and assists President in administrative duties. Treasurer: Responsible for compiling updated member accounts, collect dues, apply for funding, responsible for reimbursing officers for expenses.
ARTICLE VI - Elections
Officers will be elected each fall in October/November at a regular meeting or at the end of the year banquet. Each active, dues-paying member is allotted (1) vote per position. Any officer may be removed from his/her position by a majority officer vote and with approval of club adviser for, but not limited to the following: failure to perform duties, negligence, unacceptable conduct.
ARTICLE VII - Funds
Club funds are allocated by the club Treasurer with approval of club President Expenses over $50 require the approval of the majority of club officers. Nominal (~$25-$50) dues are collected each year from members.
ARTICLE VIII - Advisor
Club Advisor participates as he/she sees necessary, offering guidance relating to club direction, activities and other miscellaneous administrative matters..
ARTICLE IX - Coach
Coaches will be nominated and elected by the year's current club officers.
ARTICLE X - Travel
Vice President is responsible for organizing and overseeing club travel matters.
ARTICLE XI - Amendments
Any changes to the constitution need to be made in writing and delivered to a club officer. After which, the officers have (1) one calendar month to render a decision on the issue, requiring a majority vote for approval.