CONSTITUTION OF THE STILL CARING HEALTH CONNECTION CLUB
ARTICLE I – NAME
The name of this organization shall be: The Still Caring Health Connection (SCHC). The duration
of this organization shall be perpetual.
ARTICLE II - MISSION AND OBJECTIVES
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Section 1. The mission of the SCHC is to provide high-quality, patient centered health and dental
care for underserved residents in northeastern Missouri, while educating students and promoting
whole-person healthcare to underserved populations.
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Section 2. The objectives of the SCHC are:
A. Provide high quality, osteopathic-based care for the underserved in northeastern
Missouri.
B. Align with and accomplish the University’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic
Plan.
C. Promote interprofessional education and clinical experience while cultivating an
inclusive learning environment among ATSU-MO students.
D. Build student awareness of community resources to increase quality of care.
E. Implement the tenets of osteopathic philosophy in order to reduce the overall cost of
healthcare through the promotion of primary prevention.
F. Provide an effective alternative for patients inappropriately accessing emergency
room.
G. Expose students to vulnerable populations and the issues they face.
ARTICLE III – AFFILATED SOCIETIES
Affiliated societies of SCHC may be organized in conformity with the bylaws of the SCHC.
ARTICLE IV – MEMBERSHIP
The membership of this organization shall consist of ATSU-MO Students, enrolled in the
Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (KCOM), Missouri School of Dentistry and Oral
Health (MOSDOH), and Biomedical Sciences.
ARTICLE V – EXECUTIVE BOARD OF ADVISORS
The Executive Board of Advisors shall be the consulting body and offer advice in policy-making
and procedures of the SCHC, and shall perform such functions as set forth in the bylaws. The
Executive Board of Advisors should consist of attending physicians, student directors, club
presidents, and community volunteers. The Executive Board of Advisors shall consist of no fewer
than nine (9) members. Any changes to the Executive Board of Advisors shall require a threefourths majority approval by the Executive Council of Officers and current members of the
Executive Board of Advisors.
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ARTICLE VI – EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF OFFICERS
The elected officers of the SCHC shall consist of one (1) President each from KCOM and
MOSDOH, Vice President, Risk Manager, Secretary, Treasurer, two (2) First Year
Representatives.
ARTICLE VII – MEDICAL DIRECTOR
The Medical Director(s) shall be designated by the Executive Board of Advisors from the
potential candidates submitted by the Executive Council of Officers. The position of the Medical
Director shall be reviewed annually by the Executive Council of Officers.
ARTICLE VIII – ADMINISTRATOR
The Administrator shall be selected by the Executive Council of Officers and the medical
Director. The position of Administrator shall be reviewed annually.
ARTICLE IX – AMENDMENTS
This Constitution may be amended at any quarterly meeting of the Executive Council of Officers
by a three-fourths vote of the total number of members in attendance for voting, provided that the
proposed amendment shall have been filed with one of the Presidents of the organization at least
15 days before the quarterly meeting.
ARTICLE X – CHARTER YEAR
In the initial chartering of the organization, the Executive Board of Advisors, Medical Director,
Administrators, Executive Council of Officers, Student Directors, and Committee Chairpersons
shall be designated by the founding body of the organization.
ARTICLE XI – NONDISCRIMINATION AND RISK MANAGEMENT POLICIES
Section 1. Nondiscrimination Policy
The SCHC prohibits discrimination against and harassment of any student, faculty, or patient
because of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity and expression, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under
applicable federal or state law.
Section 2. Risk Management Policy
The SCHC risk management goals are to have the highest concern for all students, faculty, and
patients. It shall be the responsibility of the Risk Manager to assess the risks involved with all
club meetings and activities. The Risk Manager shall report these risks to the Executive Council
of officers and communicate with the General Counsel of the university as necessary.
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BYLAWS OF THE STILL CARING HEALTH CONNECTION CLUB
ARTICLE I – NAME
The name of this organization shall be: The Still Caring Health Connection (SCHC). The duration
of this organization shall be perpetual.
ARTICLE II – AFFILATED SOCIETIES
Affiliated societies of SCHC may be organized in conformity with the bylaws of the SCHC.
ARTICLE III – MEMBERSHIP
Eligibility for membership, except as provided herein, shall require the applicant to be a current
ATSU-MO student, enrolled in the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (KCOM),
Missouri School of Dentistry and Oral Health (MOSDOH), or Biomedical Sciences. Each
applicant shall be in good academic standing, of good moral character, and shall pay the requisite
membership dues as determined by the Executive Board of Officers.
ARTICLE IV – DUES AND ASSESSMENTS
Section 1. Dues
The membership dues are payable at the beginning of the Academic year except when an ATSU
student would like to participate in the SCHC and is not already a member, the dues should
accompany their application for new membership.
Section 2. Payment of Dues
A. Dues for first-year ATSU-MO students shall be $75.00.
B. Dues for second-year and above ATSU-MO students shall be $50.00.
C. Dues are non-refundable and are a one-time payment for the duration of their ATSU student
career.
D. For students joining after the initial sign-up period, dues shall be prorated for the time
remaining in the academic year. The amount of proration shall be determined by the
Executive Council of Officers.
ARTICLE V – EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF OFFICERS
Section 1. Structure
The elected officers of the SCHC shall consist of one (1) President each from KCOM and
MOSDOH, Vice President, Risk Manager, Secretary, Treasurer, two (2) First Year
Representatives.
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Section 2. Election of Officers
General election of officers shall take place each year in the month February. Newly elected
officers shall intern under existing officers in the months of March and April. Terms shall begin
in May and last for one year.
Section 3. Duties of Officers
A. Presidents:
The Presidents shall preside over all general organization and Executive Council of Officers
meetings. The presidents will be ex-officio members of the Executive Board of Advisors, and
shall oversee the selected Student Directors.
B. Vice President:
The Vice President shall act in absence of the Presidents, and shall accept other
responsibilities and assignments such as the Presidents, Executive Council of Officers, or
Executive Board of Advisors may request.
C. Secretary:
The Secretary shall record and preserve the minutes of the meetings of the Executive Board
of Advisors, Executive Council of Officers, and the student organization. The secretary shall
also be responsible for recording attendance at meetings and service opportunities. The
Secretary shall be responsible for all chapter correspondence.
D. Treasurer:
The roles of the Treasurer shall be to receive and disburse the funds of the organization in
concordance with the approved budget, to maintain the banking account, and to keep accurate
records of all fiscal transactions. The Treasurer shall be an ex-officio member of the Finance
and Budget Committee, but shall not be its chairperson.
E. Risk Manager:
The role of the Risk manager shall be to identify opportunities to prevent or mitigate possible
health hazards or areas of concern. The Risk Manager shall present any concerns before the
Executive Council of Officers, as well as possible solutions to the concern. The Executive
Council of Officers shall delegate resources as needed.
F. First-Year Representatives
The First Year Representatives shall serve as the liaisons between the Executive Council of
Officers and the first year club members. They shall function to present and discussion any
common concerns shared by the first year club members.
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Section 4. Additional Roles of the Executive Council of Officers
A. Recommendation of Candidates for Medical Director
The Executive Council of Officers shall review the position of Medical Director on an annual
basis. If the Council wishes to propose a new Medical Director, they shall submit a request to
the Executive Board of Advisors with the proposed candidate(s). Majority vote of the
Executive Board of Advisors shall be the deciding measure for placement of a new Medical
Director.
B. Selection of the Administrator
The position of Administrator shall be reviewed annually by the Executive Council of
Officers. Any changes in this position must be approved by the Executive Council of Officers
and the Medical Director.
C. Selection of Student Directors and Committee Chairpersons
Student Directors and Committee Chairpersons shall be selected by the Executive Council of
Officers by the end of October each year.
ARTICLE VI – MEDICAL DIRECTOR
The Medical Director(s) shall be designated by the Executive Board of Advisors from the
potential candidates submitted by the Executive Council of Officers. The position of the Medical
Director shall be reviewed annually.
ARTICLE VII – ADMINISTRATOR
The Administrator shall be selected by the Executive Council of Officers and the Medical
Director. The position of Administrator shall be reviewed annually.
ARTICLE VIII – AMENDMENTS
This Constitution may be amended at any quarterly meeting of the Executive Council of Officers
by a three-fourths vote of the total number of members in attendance for voting, provided that the
proposed amendment shall have been filed with one of the Presidents of the organization at least
15 days before the quarterly meeting.
ARTICLE IX – STUDENT DIRECTORS, STUDENT MANAGERS, AND COMMITTEES
Section 1. General Structure
A. There shall be two (2) Student Directors from each MOSDOH and KCOM for a total of four
(4). Medical Student Directors shall be selected by the Executive Council of Officers in
October of each year, and will spend November and December interning under a current
director. Medical Student Director responsibility begins in January and shall be a one-year
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term. Dental Student Directors will undergo a similar internship, but their one-year terms
shall begin in May.
B. There shall be one (1) Student Manager from each KCOM and MOSDOH for a total of two
(2) Student Managers. Selection and term dates for Student Managers shall align with the
corresponding Student Directors schedule.
C. Committees shall be created by the Executive Council of Officers to carry out the essential
functions of the outreach events. Each committee shall be overseen by a Chairperson
appointed by the Executive Council of Officers. The Committee Chairpersons shall serve one
year terms beginning in January of their first year.
Section 2. Student Directors
The Student Directors shall be in charge of the day-to-day operational management of the
outreach events. Each Director shall oversee an equal share of committees and shall report
directly to the club Presidents, Medical Director, and Administrator. The Student Directors shall
alternate the responsibility of overseeing each outreach event and handling the patient support
phone line.
Section 3. Student Managers
The Student Managers shall function as the coordinator for outreach operations. This involves
coordinating with all active components of a given outreach day to make sure that the event is
operational. The Student Managers shall be included in the rotation for overseeing the outreach
event phone line with the Student Directors in one-week shifts.
Section 4. Committees
A. Assessment Committee:
The role of the Assessment Committee will be to assess the needs of the communities for
which services are rendered and to assess the efficacy of services provided. The committee
will produce and present biannual reports (at the end of each calendar semester). The goal of
this committee is to ensure that the services provided at the outreach events meet the needs of
the population served in an efficient and effective manner.
B. Budget and Finances Committee:
The Budget and Finances Committee shall create and maintain fiscal responsibility for the
club’s outreach events. The treasurer of the student organization shall serve as an ex-officio
member of this committee, but shall not be chairperson. The Budget and Finances Committee
shall create biannual budget and finances reports prior to the beginning of each fiscal half.
C. Community Outreach and Marketing Committee:
The Community Outreach and Marketing Committee shall oversee all advertisement of the
club’s outreach events. The committee shall work closely with community organizations in
order to maintain communication with the population being served by the outreach events.
This committee shall also build and maintain relationships with community resource
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organizations in order to provide outreach event patients with accurate information about
resources available.
D. Fundraising and Grants Committee:
The Fundraising and Grants Committee shall be in charge of the development and
management of all fundraising events. The committee shall also coordinate with the
Sponsored Programs Department of the university in order to ensure that grant applications
and proposals are submitted in a timely manner.
E. Inventory Management Committee
The Inventory Management Committee shall be in charge of maintaining all necessary
tangibles needed for the operational function of each outreach event. The committee shall
keep record of the tangible inventory and replenish supplies as needed. This committee will
work closely with the Budget and Finances Committee to ensure appropriate funding for is
maintained for operational function of the outreach events.
F. Patient Scheduling and Follow-up Committee:
The Patient Scheduling and Follow-Up Committee shall create and maintain the schedule of
appointments for the outreach events. After appointments, they will be responsible for
maintaining contact with the patients for follow-up as appropriate per the attending healthcare
professional’s recommendations.
G. Prevention and Wellness Committee
The primary role of the Prevention and Wellness Committee is to design and implement
patient education curriculum for the outreach events. The committee will research education
topics relative to the patient population in conjunction with the Assessment Committee
reports, and ensure that patients of the outreach events are educated in a manner that is
beneficial to patient wellness and the prevention of disease.
H. Volunteer Coordination Committee:
The Volunteer Coordination Committee shall have two main roles. First, this committee shall
contract attending physicians and developing a schedule for these physicians in a manner that
ensures coverage 2-3 months in advance. Secondly, this committee shall be in charge of
coordinating and training any student or community volunteers required for the operational
function of the outreach events on a monthly basis. The committee may develop
subcommittees as deemed fit.
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