Pharmacy Student Association Constitution Flashcards (Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy)

Flashcards covering the key topics from the PSA Constitution: name, membership, purpose, meetings, governance, officer duties, voting, amendments, revision, compensation, and oath.

PSA

Pharmacy Student Association

What does Article I. Name and Membership Section I.I establish?

The organization is known as the Pharmacy Student Association of Xavier University of Louisiana (PSA).

Who are eligible PSA members?

All regularly full-time enrolled and officially classified pharmacy (Rx) students.

The PSA's purpose includes promoting cooperation between the Rx student body, faculty, administration, and the University Student Government Association, hereafter referred to as .

SGA

Who shall supervise student affairs according to PSA's purpose?

The PSA.

PSA meetings are called on what schedule?

Every second Tuesday of each month per the meeting schedule, or when the president deems it necessary, or upon petition of 25 percent of the student body.

Is a quorum required for PSA meetings?

No.

Who can attend PSA General Body Meetings?

All Rx students, faculty, and administration.

Executive Committee is the highest of PSA.

decision making and central governing body.

Name the voting members of the Executive Committee.

Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Senators, president from each pharmacy class, Mr. & Ms. College of Pharmacy, Professional Chair(s), Social Chair(s), Election Chair(s), Justice (SGA Congress), and Financial Officer.

In a tie, who has the final vote?

The PSA President.

Holding Office Qualifications: GPA requirement.

2.5 semester and 2.5 cumulative GPA.

When are PSA general elections held?

At the beginning of the Spring Semester in accordance with SGA Elections; Fall Special Elections may occur as circumstances dictate.

Who fills vacant PSA Executive Positions?

The PSA President appoints.

Duties of PSA President: present policies and budget for approval.

To present to the Executive Committee and the PSA the policies and budget proposal of the PSA for approval.

Duties of PSA President: represent the Rx student body.

To represent the Rx student body in all dealings with SGA, other Colleges of Pharmacy, the faculty and administration.

Duties of PSA President: prepare the agenda.

To prepare the agenda for Executive Committee and PSA meetings.

Duties of PSA Treasurer: key financial duties.

To manage funds obtained through Student Activity Fees allocated by SGA; verify and sign disbursement documents; provide an end-of-year Budget Report; maintain accurate financial records.

Duties of PSA Secretary: purpose.

To record, process, and maintain the official business of PSA; record and distribute minutes; assist the President; inform E-Board of meetings.

Duties of Senator(s):.

Attend and represent the PSA at monthly SGA senate meetings; report back to E-Board and General Body; serve on SGA senate subcommittee.

Duties of Class Presidents: core role.

Represent their respective class; keep E-Board informed; reinforce PSA activities; provide input from their class; Class E-Board includes Class President, VP, Treasurer, Secretary, Queen, and King.

Duties of Mr./Miss College of Pharmacy: role.

Serve as official ambassadors; organize Pharmacy Court meetings and Homecoming/Pharmacy Ball activities; oversee Pharmacy Ball preparation.

Duties of the Justice: role.

Represent PSA at SGA Judicial meetings; report to E-Board and General Body.

Duties of the Election Chair(s): role.

Represent PSA at SGA Election meetings; manage General and Special Elections; report to E-Board and General Body.

Duties of Professional Development and Social Chair(s): role.

Organize professional and social events to enhance skills and networking; promote student well-being; report to E-Board and General Body.

Duties of Financial Officer: role.

Assist Treasurer with financial reporting and audits; help manage disbursements and budgeting; support financial compliance.

Voting: What percentage is required to carry a motion?

Two-thirds (2/3) majority of the voting constituency present.

Absence: Proxy rule.

In the absence of an Executive Committee member, a written proxy from that member may be used; the President’s proxy rights are exercised only by the Vice President.

Amendments: Who can propose amendments?

Executive Committee (2/3) or a petition signed by two-thirds of the constituency.

Amendments: Required vote for adoption by Executive Committee and ratification?

Approved by 2/3 of the Executive Committee; ratified by the PSA.

Revision: General revision proposal threshold?

3/4 (¾) of the Executive Committee constituency or a petition with at least 75% of the PSA.

Revision: How is a revision ratified?

Approved by 2/3 of the voting PSA constituency and ratified by the PSA.

Compensation: Stipend limit?

Total stipends may not exceed 10% of the PSA funds; amount determined by the PSA President and approved by the PSA Advisor.

Oath of Office: Core declaration.

I, [name], hereby solemnly affirm to faithfully execute the Office of the PSA to the best of my ability, in accordance with the constitution of the PSA and Xavier University regulations.

Preamble: What are PSA’s initial aims?

Promote the best interests of pharmacy students; coordinate and integrate organizations; develop future leaders; emphasize rights and responsibilities; serve as the voice and advocacy for the student body.

Article VIII (Revision): Public accessibility of revisions.

Proposed revisions must be available to every voter at least three days prior to voting.

Table of Contents reference: Article II purpose - Section II.I

The PSA’s purpose includes promoting cooperation with the Rx student body, faculty, administration, and SGA; supervising student affairs; supporting high professional standards.