The 4FC

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Tuesday, September 28, 2004

Recruitment Part II

Look, we're pretending to be Mormons!!!


Monday, September 27, 2004

Another Run For Recruitment

This Tuesday, it seems, we are likely to have another signature parade through Linden and Tamarack this time. Officers and Rep.s should come if possible (meeting in pine 4th floor lounge/7:00PM) Any die hards who want a piece of the action are welcome to join us. Bring a silly hat and/or tie.

Saturday, September 25, 2004

Commonly Known Rules To Live By:

*Brought to you by the 4FC*


1.) Do unto others as you would like to see performed on television.

2.) If you can’t take the heat, quit lighting your kitchen on fire.

3.) If you can’t beat them, fake your own death.

4.) There’s no “I” in team, just “Tea.” It must be an English word.

5.) An eye for an eye defeats the purpose of the barter system.

6.) A penny saved is a penny held hostage, you bastard.

7.) It’s better to have loved and lost, than to be stuck in a failing marriage.

8.) When the going gets tough, the tough usually resort to violence.

9.) Judge not, lest ye be done with law school.

10.) If at first you don’t succeed, it’s best not to tell anyone.

11.) Success is 1% inspiration, and 99% loans.

12.) The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. That is, if you’re not strong enough to pierce through the ribcage.

13.) The laws of momentum mandate that objects at rest tend to stay at rest, unless they really have to go to the bathroom.

14.) When opportunity knocks, be weary, he’s probably trying to sell you something.

15.) If a picture is worth a thousand words, I think it would be really tough to read the negatives.

16.) Let your conscience be your guide, that way the tours are free. Risky, but free.

17.) There are no dumb questions, except that one that lives across from me. She doesn’t even know what an “inflection” is.

18.) Two wrongs don’t make a right, but it’s worth a shot.

19.) To err is human, to pass the blame is divine.

20.) Don’t count your chickens before they hatch, you might want breakfast tomorrow.

Thursday, September 23, 2004

A 4FC Genuine Live Performance!!!

Attention 4FC members and everybody else too,
The 4FC has been asked to play a grand musical presentation in honor of the eventual opening of the Oak Hall Game Room. This will occur on the opening night, of course, which is still to be determined, but will probably be in 1-2 months.
We ask for all your help in spreading the word, and we are looking for any 4FC members who have the guts to play and/or sing in the performance!

Keep your eyes open for more info.

-thanks for the effort Jack-

Chapter Representatives Needed!!!

We require the volunteering of two representatives for every Hall.
It's a fun job! You get to organize your chapter to do whatever you want, within reason, you get to hang out with the bigshots and help make decisions regarding the future of the 4FC, and you get to help us spend our money!!!
Much glory and honor come with the title, such as the likes of great tribal warriors and future world dominating dictators, all this can be yours!
All you have to do is notify us, have a chat, and you're pretty much in, however, we prefer people who have a good amount of influence over their 4th floor cohorts.
Both representatives will have equal power in their chapters, and any disputes will be settled by our officials. Sign up quick, spaces are obviously limited.
(If your chapter would like to elect representatives through it's own means, go for it, have brute strength competitions or battles of wits, it matters not as long as it's agreed upon.)

-4FC President-

Wednesday, September 22, 2004

Be Patient, Among Other things...

This site is just blossoming, there are many adjustments and additions to be made, so just chill out and let us work our magic. In the meantime, I want to give a heads up to all the 4FC members, that we will be having a 4FC representation contest at the homecoming dance this friday. Whoever promotes us the most, in any form (be creative), will recieve a prize, AND honorary status among the club!!!

So have fun and come with pride, we'll see you there!

-4FC President-

Tuesday, September 21, 2004

The First Of Many

Did you know Jesus lived on the fourth floor?

Wednesday, September 01, 2004

Our Constitution

4FC (Fourth Floor Club) Constitution
As Updated 11/29/04


Article I – Our label

The name of the organization chartered under this constitution shall be the 4FC (Fourth Floor Club) of Bemidji State University.


Article II – Our Telos

The purpose of this organization, the 4FC, will be to create community ties on and off campus, promote individual growth, and to provide a community spirit to enhance and aid students in collegiate and other external goals.


Article III – Who?

Section 1.
Membership shall be open to all BSU students and any other interested parties, including those of the BSU faculty and staff, as well as members of the greater Bemidji community.

Section 2.
Membership in this organization will not be discriminating with regard to race, creed, sex, age, religion, marital status, national origin, sexual preference, or status with regard to public assistance or physical disability.

Section 3.
Members must adhere to the constitution in order to retain membership.

Section 4.
Members must attend a minimum of two (2) meetings a semester to retain membership status.

Section 5.
At least 25% of the membership must be BSU students


Article IV – The Capitalist Speaks

Section 1.
There are no dues to be paid by members, though charity is always welcome.

Section 2.
In the event the club should dissolve, all remaining funds shall be donated to the Bemidji State University General Fund


Article V – Those with “Power”

Section 1.
The officers of this organization shall be: President, Vice-President, Artistic Director, and Treasurer.

Section 2.
Only those whom live on the fourth floor of any established campus residential hall may become officers, due to the fact that people who live on the fourth floor of said buildings are on average of greater age and maturity, have more knowledge of and experience with residential living and campus concerns, and said knowledge and experience will help keep them focused on the organization’s telos and aid them in continuing the club for centuries to come.

Section 3.
If there is a lack of fourth floor resident commitment to official positions, the vacant position will be available to student members of the organization, pending member vote.

Section 4.
The duties of these officers shall be as follows:

The President shall preside over the organization as a whole, run meetings, have the power to call special meetings with at least twenty-four (24) hour notice given to the membership, create committees, appoint (in conjunction with the Vice-President) chapter representatives, and other such duties that may arise.

The Vice-President shall assist the President in all of his/her duties, preside over the organization in his/her absence, appoint (in conjunction with the President) chapter representatives, and will be responsible for all communication between the officers and the membership.

The Artistic Director shall be in charge of developing promotional ideas, conjuring artistic vision when needed, and advising the President and Vice-President with regards to creative inspiration.

The Treasurer shall be in charge of all monetary duties, including but not limited to: paying bills, tracking revenue/expenditures, and reporting of this to the organization.

Section 5.
All officers shall be elected by secret ballot at the second to the last meeting of the Spring Semester and will assume full duties at the beginning of the Fall Semester.

Section 6.
In the case of a presidential vacancy, the Vice-President will assume that position. All other vacancies will be filled pending the outcome of a member-wide election.

Section 7.
The term of each office shall be one (1) academic year.

Section 8.
At least one constitutional officer must be a BSU student.

Section 9.
If at any point an officer feels they cannot competently do their duty, or if other situations arise which hinder the person’s ability to participate, they can resign from the position. Their membership in the organization will continue as long as they follow the constitutional obligations set forth in Article III, Sections 3 &4.

Section 10.
If an officer fails to do their duty and or fails to attend three (3) consecutive meetings, their status as an officer may be revoked by a vote from the Executive Board and Chapter Representatives. The vote will be recognized as an impeachment only if two-thirds (2/3) of the ballots are for the removal of the officer. If an officer is impeached, their membership status will be revoked and said person cannot be reinstated as a member for thirteen (13) months, four (4) days, and seven (7) hours.


Article VI – Chapter Representatives

Section 1.
Due to the expansive possibility of the 4FC, a Chapter Representative(s) will be a person, or persons, who lives near many 4FC members. Chapter Representatives can range from residents of BSU Residential Halls to members of a specific geographic location for those who live off campus.

Section 2.
Chapter Representatives are appointed by the President and Vice-President at the start of the Fall and Spring Semesters.

Section 3.
Chapter Representatives will be in charge of keeping members in their specified chapter up to date on current 4FC meeting and activity information, encouraging non-4FC members to join, encouraging 4FC members to attend meetings, and possibly organizing activities for their specific chapter.

Section 4.
Chapter Representatives report directly to the Executive Board.

Section 5.
In the case of a Chapter Representative vacancy, the President and Vice-President will appoint, with the advice of the chapter members, a new Representative.

Section 6.
If a Chapter Representative fails in their duty, the President and Vice-President have the authority to remove them and appoint someone more committed.


Article VII – Organizational Structure

Section 1.
Meetings shall be held weekly with at least two (2) meetings per semester to remain active.

Section 2.
All members shall have one vote with a simple majority rule of a quorum of the membership. Quorum shall be half plus one (50% + 1) of members.

Section 3.
The President shall establish committees. If established, committee chairs shall become advisors to the Executive Board.

Section 4.
Meetings will be structured in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised if and when procedure comes into question.


Article VIII – Advisor

Section 1.
An advisor will be selected from the Bemidji State University faculty and staff who will support and, if they would like to, participate in the organization’s activities.


Article IX – Ratification

Section 1.
This constitution once passed by the forming organization must be sent to the Student Senate. After approval by the Bemidji State University Student Senate and by the Associate Director of Hobson Memorial Union, it will be sent to the University President for ratification.


Article X – Amendments

Section 1.
This constitution may be amended by a two-thirds membership vote at any meeting. The proposed amendment must have been submitted to the Vice-President for a reading at the previous meeting. This amendment must then be sent to the Bemidji State University Student Senate for ratification.