Republic of the Philippines

MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY

Fatima, General Santos City
LOGOPHILE SOCIETY

The constitution and by-laws

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PREAMBLE
We, the students of the Logophile Society of Mindanao State
University, General Santos City, imploring the aid of Almighty God, realizing
the need to establish our organization, the Logophile Society, to serve as
medium of expression and idea, to foster understanding and integration
among education students, to promote the rights, interests, and aspirations,
to asset dynamic and responsible leadership, to promote te general welfare
and advance the total development and well-being through the collective
efforts, do hereby ordain and promulgate this Constitution and By-Laws.

Article I
NAME AND DOMICILE
Section 1. The organization shall be officially known as the Logophile
Society.
Section 2. The Logophile Society shall have its office at the College of
Education of Mindanao State University, Fatima, General Santos City.

Article II
DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES AND OBJECTIVES
Section 1. The Logophile Society at all times:
1.1 Protect and promote the democratic rights and interests
of the students of Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in
English;
1.2 Act collectively in the pursuit of unity, camaraderie, justice
and equality;
1.3 Orient the members with the activities and the nature of
the Logophile Society;
1.4 Promote cooperation and sense of responsibility among
Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in English students
through their participation in any required activities of the
Logophile Society as well as the College of Educations and
Universitys activities;
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1.5 Serve as an instrument for gradual exposure of students

in an actual field of teaching;
1.6 Extend assistance for the attainment of the College of
Education and University goals and objectives in any
situation that this organizations help is deemed necessary;
1.7 Develop a strong sense of responsibility and national
consciousness in view of the contributions for the
establishment of just and humane society; and
1.8 Uphold and ensure genuine democratic participation and
representation in all policy-making bodies that affect the
students.

Article III
MEMBERSHIP
Section 1. All Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in English students
of Mindanao State University, General Santos City shall automatically
be members of the Logophile Society provided that they have paid
the membership fee.
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Membership shall be renewed every semester.

Section 2. English students from other colleges earning education units

shall not be considered members of Logophile Society.

Article IV
RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES OF EVERY MEMBER
Section 1. The right to vote, to be elected, and/or appointed to any office
position in the Logophile Society.
Section 2. The right to be informed of all projects and activities of the
organization and to participate in such undertakings;
Section 3. The right to examine the book of accounts, minutes of meetings,
and all records of the organization if deemed necessary.
Section 4. The right to pass resolutions and motions that deemed
necessary for the welfare and benefit of the organization.
Section 5. The right to exercise freedom of expression.
Section 6. The right to present views and counterviews in general
assemblies and meetings on matters affecting students welfare.
Section 7. The right to have grievances and complaints heard and speedy
redress.

Article V
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF EVERY MEMBER
Section 1. The duty to know and uphold this Constitution and By-laws, to
be loyal to this organization and to contribute to its development and
well-being;
Section 2. The duty to comply with the provisions as stated in this
Constitution and such rules that may be promulgated or agreed upon
by the officers.
Section 3. The duty to attend meetings, whether regular or special, called
upon by the officers.
Section 4. The duty to participate actively in all activities and perform his
function in the organization.
Section 5. The duty to promote harmonious relationship.
Section 6. The duty to support the plans of the organization.
Section 7. The duty to pay the Logophile fees.

Article VI
OFFICERS
Section 1. The officers of this organization shall be composed of a:
PRESIDENT, VICE-PRESIDENT, SECRETARY, TREASURER,
AUDITOR, PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER, TWO (2) BUSINESS
MANAGERS, PEACE OFFICER and REPRESENTATIVES from
each year level (Academic Year). All of whom shall be elected for a
term of one academic year.
Section 2. Election of officers shall be made on the first week of March.
Section 3. The officer shall be elected through raising of hands by the
majority vote of the members present.
Section 4. Term of office shall begin immediately after they take their oath
of office of affirmation, in no case it shall not exceed fifteen (15) days
after the election date.
Section 5. No officer shall hold more than one office.

Article VII
QUALIFICATIONS OF OFFICERS

Section 1. A candidate to any office must be a bona fide Bachelor of

Secondary Education Major in English student of Mindanao State
University Fatima, General Santos City.
Section 2. A candidate must be able, willing, competent, physically fit and
of good moral character.
Section 3. A candidate for the office of the President must be a Senior
Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in English student duly
enrolled at least two (2) years in the College of Education MSU
GSC prior to the election date.
Section 4. A candidate for the office of the Vice President must be a junior
Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in English student duly
enrolled for at least one year (1) year in the College of Education,
MSU GSC, prior to the election date.
Section 5. Other positions shall be open to any member of the organization
except for the treasurer who must not be a graduating student.

Article VIII
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF OFFICERS
Section 1. The President
a. He/she shall be the chief executive of the organization and shall
have a general supervision of all its affairs.
b. He/she shall be the presiding officer in all meetings, or gatherings
or may delegate his/her function to any active member of this
organization.
c. Accepts or rejects the resignation of any officer and to attest any
appointment or cessation of any officer.
d. Call special election in any case of vacancy of any office due to
resignation, impeachment, or incapability of any officer.
e. He/she shall immediately act as ex-officio of the CESO.
Section 2. The Vice-President
a. He/she shall assist the president in all matters where his/her
assistance is needed.
b. He/she shall hold power upon the recommendation of the
president.
c. He/she shall assume office and execute all the responsibilities and
duties of the president in case of latters death, resignation,
absence, impeachment, or incapability.
Section 3. The Secretary
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a. He/she shall take down all minutes of the meetings of the

organization, and shall make reports in every activity performed,
and must preserve all the transactions and thereof.
b. He/she shall receive and record all the communication addressed
to the organization and notify the officers of their appointments and
meetings.
Section 4. The Treasurer
a. He/she shall have the custody of all funds, keep all records of all
the accounts and collections of the organization, and shall be
responsible for depositing the funds in the bank in the name of the
organization.
b. He/she shall receive the disburse fund in behalf of the organization
as authorized by the president and adviser. Provided, however,
that all disbursement shall be supported by receipts which shall be
kept as sort of his record, submit and publish financial report every
semester duly certified by the auditor.
Section 5. The Auditor
a. He/she shall examine and audit all the records and receipts of the
revenue and expenditures and uses of funds and properties of the
organization, and certify the availability of funds in the meeting.
Section 6. The Public Information Officer
a. He/she shall publish all the activities of the organization and
maintain good public relation.
Section 7. The Business Managers
a. They shall be responsible for all business transactions of the
organization.
Section 8. Peace Officer
a. He/she shall help maintain order during meetings and responsible
in the disciplinary actions.
Section 9. The Representatives
a. They shall represent their respective year level in every plan and
activity of the organization.

Article IX
MEETINGS
Section 1. There shall be two types of meeting, the General Assembly and
the Regular session of the officers.
Section 2. The general assembly shall be held twice every semester.
Section 3. Special meetings may be called by the president or petitioned
by the majority of the members for any purpose that is deemed
necessary.
Section 4. Students shall be informed a week before the actual date of
meeting. However, in case of emergency, posting of information shall
be done as soon as possible.
Section 5. The number of members present during the General Assembly
shall constitute a quorum.
Section 6. There shall be a regular meeting at least once a month that will
be decided by the officers en banc. The officers shall agree upon the
time, date and place.
Section 7. All meetings will follow the parliamentary procedures.
Section 8. Minutes of the meeting prior to the General Assembly shall be
presented.

Article X
FUNDINGS
Section 1. There shall be a membership fee of 150 pesos to be paid every
semester during enrollment. This will be subject for change upon the
approval of the organization.
Section 2. The organization if need arises, shall raise funds to finance its
project and activities from any legal sources.
Section 3. No money shall be taken out from the funds of the organization,
except in pursuance of its projects/program and activities as duly
approved by the organization.
Section 4. Contribution for other purposes shall be decided upon by the
organization, but excessive collection shall be prohibited.
Section 5. The funds and fees collected by the organization be deposited
in the bank with the Treasurer, Vice - President, and the President as
the signatories.
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Article XI
ADVISERS
Section 1. The Logophile Society shall have one (1) adviser requested by
the President and confirmed by 1/3 vote of the officers.
Section 2. The Advisers shall give views and opinion on problems
regarding the organization.
Section 3. The Advisers shall assist on vital matters pertaining to the
development of the organization for the attainment of its objectives.
Section 4. The Advisers must supervise the behavior and to discipline
officers and members of the organization and shall take part during
the impeachment proceedings.
Section 5. The Advisers may assist and extend cooperation with the Office
of the Student Affairs Director for the general supervision of the
affairs and activities pertinent to the organization.
Section 6. The Advisers may attend all meetings of the organization.

Article XII
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Section 1. Standing rules:
a. Any member who fails to attend the meeting of the organization
without valid reason shall be fined fifty pesos (P50.00) per
signature which will be added to the funds of the organization.
Unless changed, otherwise by the organization.
b. Any officer who fails to attend the meeting of this organization
without valid reason shall be fined fifty pesos (P50.00) per
signature which shall be added to the funds of the organization.
Unless changed otherwise by the organization.
c. All resolutions must be presented in writings.
d. The newly elected officers shall automatically assume
responsibilities out of the custody of properties.
e. The incumbent officers shall have the responsibility of calling for
an election during the first assembly of the organization.

Section 2. Impeachment

Any officer may be impeach from the office due to negligence of

duty, dishonesty, culpable violation of this constitution and by-laws,
and violation of the rules and regulations of this University upon the
recommendation of the majority of the members of the organization,
present at the meeting called for the purpose, provided that the
concerned have been notified of this proposed impeachment. He/she
shall be allowed of a personal hearing before the adviser and the
officers of the organization, but not the right of representation by a
professional council.

Article XIII
AMENDMENTS, RATIFICATION AND EFFECTIVITY
Section 1. The Logophile Society shall create a Constitutional Commission
for this purpose. Its chairman shall be appointed by the President
subject to the approval of the council. A Logophile officer can be a
member of such except the Logophile President, Vice- President and
Secretary, Treasurer and Auditor.
Section 2. The Constitutional Committee shall be composed of a
Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, and eleven (11) commissioners
who represent the four different year level and Logophile Society.
Section 3. Any member of the organization can propose amendments and
revision of the Constitution and By-Laws. He shall submit the
proposals to any member of the Constitutional Committee created for
the purpose.
Section 4. The Constitutional Convention shall propose amendments and
revision of the Constitution and By-Laws. Their proposed
amendments require fifty percent plus one (50% + 1) of the number
of delegates.
Section 5. A public hearing shall be called before the Constitution and ByLaws will be ratified. This will be done a week after the posting of the
proposed newly amended Constitution and By-Laws.
Section 6. Any amendments or revision of this Constitution and By-Laws
shall be valid when ratified by the majority of the Logophile Society
members.
Section 7. This Constitution and by-laws shall take effect immediately after
it is ratified by the fifty percent plus one (50% + 1) of the Logophile
members present in the General Assembly called for the purpose.
Section 8. Constitutional Convention shall be held once every two
academic years. However, the President may call for such if deemed
necessary.