Membership
Qualifications
Membership to LAFS is not
limited to Latinos, but rather to “California State University San
Marcos employees” who support the spirit and intent of the association’s
mission statement. LAFS will not tolerate nor permit unlawful
discrimination and harassment on the basis of gender, race, color,
ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sexual orientation, physical
disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical
condition, age, or marital status.
Dues
The membership annual dues
are $20.00 for full membership and $10.00 for affiliation as a “Friend of
LAFS.” Dues cover membership per academic year from July 1 to June 30,
and are to be paid by September 30th. Dues allow the
opportunity to vote and serve on standing committees.
Friends of
LAFS
Individuals from the
university and community who subscribe to the spirit and intent of the
Association’s mission, but do not wish to become voting members may
elect to be affiliated as a “Friend of LAFS.” A “Friend” is not
eligible to vote or serve on the Executive Committee, but is welcome and
invited to all LAFS meetings and sponsored events.
Meetings
Monthly meetings will be held
and are open to invited visitors, Friends of LAFS, and members. Every
effort shall be made to schedule these meetings at times/days which will
ensure the maximum participation and attendance. Attendance is
registered by a sign–in sheet, which will indicate name, membership
status, and contact information for non-members. For the purposes of
votes, quorum of 50% of the total membership is required. If quorum is
not reached, the President and executive board members will consult with
the membership in attendance to reschedule the vote for the next meeting
or conduct the vote via email.