This Constitution is a supplement to the AAS National Constitution and National Manual. Membership in the Jake Schaefer Squadron will be consistent with Article III of the AAS National Constitution. The criteria for membership will not indicate considerations of sex, race, creed, or national origin. Membership is obtained through a program determined by the squadron staff in accordance with the AAS National Manual. Active members are those who have paid all applicable dues in accordance with Article III, Section 2, and Article VIII, Section 1 of the AAS National Constitution, and are in good academic standing within the guidelines set for the detachment.
Active members have the right to vote and hold office.
Inactive members are those who have paid national and Air Force Association dues, as stated in the AAS National Manual, but are not actively involved with the squadron. Squadron members may use the inactive status in order to retain their membership while temporarily decreasing their participation with the squadron. Members who wish to be inactive must inform the squadron commander at the beginning of each term for which they want to be inactive. The legislative body of the Jake Schaefer Squadron will consist of the active members. This body will be responsible for making decisions and passing legislation affecting the squadron.