Active members elected to the Executive Committee retain their active membership until the end of their term in the Executive Committee, even if they have already graduated. Only active members are empowered to vote. Associate members of the association shall be those persons who have requested membership to the Association, but are not entitled to active membership. Family members of active members are automatically eligible for Associate membership without needing recommendations. Associate members shall not have the right to vote in any General Assembly.
Admission thereby is automatic.
If such requirements are not satisfied at any time, the Association will temporarily cease its activities until such time as the minimum composition requirements are met. The Executive Committee has the responsibility to report needed adjustment and request General Assembly approval. Each officer, upon accepting office, shall agree to abide by the provisions of this Constitution and the by-laws of the Association. The Executive Committee shall make policy decisions. Executive Committee decisions shall be made by Committee Majority vote.