Spanish Club
Constitution
Article I
The name of this organization shall be “La Asociacion Espanol,” but commonly known as “El
Club Espanol.”
Article II
The purpose of this organization is to provide opportunities for students to familiarize
themselves with and experience the Spanish language and culture.
Article III
Section 1. There shall be two types of members: active members, and honorary members.
Section 2. The active members shall b e students of Houghton College.
Section 3. The honorary members shall be Spanish professors or individuals particularly
interested in the language, even though they are not attending school (i.e. community members).
Article IV
In order to become a member, students should register at the annual Activities Fair or any
Spanish Club activity/meeting. Otherwise, they should contact a cabinet member or the club’s
adviser.
Article V
The officers of the Spanish Club are to be a president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, and a
chaplain (optional). The same person may hold the secretary and treasurer positions. Each year’s
cabinet will determine the duties of the positions.
Article VI
The election of club officers will take place one a year in the spring, after mid-semester exams,
no more than one week following SGA elections. Election will be by nomination and a majority
vote.
Clause 1: If no one is nominated, then the cabinet may begin looking for appointees.
The incoming officers shall be inaugurated before the termination of the academic year, for the
new year.
Article VII
Section 1. Meetings shall be held as necessary. Planning for activities and other business may be
held at a separate time as the planned activities.
Section 2. Fundraisers are optional.
Article VIII
This constitution may be amended when two-thirds of the club’s members deem it necessary.