1. Uphold the ideals of the Golden Key International Honour Society and the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
2. No illegal drug use or consumption of alcohol at Golden Key events.
3. Proper attire is expected at all Golden Key events.
4. Members are subject to suspension or expulsion in violation of set policies.

II. Attendance
The purpose of this policy is to strengthen the commitment of the members to the Golden Key International Honour Society and its endeavors.

1. Meetings/Activities
1. Executive Board Members - All executive board meetings, recruitment activities, and recognition ceremonies are mandatory. General member meetings, service activities and socials are highly encouraged.
2. General Members - General member meetings and activities are not mandatory, but highly encouraged.
2. Excused/Unexcused Absence - Attendance is expected and assumed once a member signs up for any event. Excused absences will be granted if notification is given to the chairperson of the event at least 48 hours prior to the start of the event, a replacement is found to participate in the event, or in the case of an emergency (at the discretion of the chairperson of the event). Failure to do so will result in an unexcused absence.
3. Members are subject to point deduction for an unexcused absence. The number of points deducted is at the discretion of the chairperson of the event and the Executive Board.
4. A member who has more than one unexcused absence per semester is not eligible for Golden Member status during that semester.

III. Chairing an Event
To chair an event is to:

1. Gather all detailed information (i.e. location, time, dress code, parking, and duties) and related information for fellow Golden Key members.
2. Send out reminders within one week of the event.
3. Take attendance on the day of the event.
4. Take at least 5 photographs of the event.
5. Complete the Chapter Activity Reporting (CAR) form found on the Golden Key website.
6. Determine the number of points earned by each participant, and email participant with the amount of points earned.
7. Submit appropriate forms to the Historian by the following executive board meeting.
8. Submit amount of points earned by members to the Director of Members within one week of the event.

IV. Selection of Officers
A. Officer applications will be accepted for candidates that have been inducted as a member of the Golden Key International Honour Society and are students or alumni of the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
B. Interested members shall apply for a specific position by submitting an application to the advisors.
C. Interviews will be scheduled by the advisors.
D. Officer selection will be decided by the advisors with input from the executive board. The president will be selected by the advisors.
E. The length of office is typically one calendar year.
F. Officer terms shall be flexible and will typically run from January through December or June through May.
G. When officers leave their executive board positions, the vacated positions will be opened to applicants.
H. Officers may be reappointed.
I.After each calendar year in office, officers need to be evaluated by the advisors if they intend to continue on the board after their current term has expired. Current officers can request to remain in their current position or request to be appointed to a new, vacant executive board position.
J. Current officers who will remain as classified students in the upcoming term will be given first priority for vacant executive board positions (before general members), with approval from the advisors. Classified, current students (both undergraduate and graduate) will be given second priority for vacant executive board positions. Third priority will be given to alumni members who may be appointed to vacant positions only if there are no qualified student members to fill the position. Alumni members on the executive board can serve for one semester and will then need to reapply for the board.
K. All applications and application materials are confidential.

V. Standards of Performance
All members and officers are expected to uphold the ideals of the Golden Key International Honour Society and the University of Hawaii at Manoa.

1. Executive Board Members - In addition to the Attendance Policy Section II, all executive board members will work with the advisors to determine their duties and expectations each semester.
2. General Members - General members are highly encouraged to participate in all events.

VI. Points / Rewards System
Chapter control and jurisdiction is written under Article VI in the Global Bylaws of the Golden Key International Honour Society. The purpose of the Point/Reward System is to encourage active membership.

1. Active Member - An active member is defined as a member who has accumulated at least 2,000 points throughout the member's college career. A minimum of 500 points must be obtained through participation in Golden Key activities (community service, socials, and/or general membership meetings). Once a member achieves active status, a member will retain active member status for life. The member will receive a certificate of recognition, one discounted honor cord, and have his/her name published in the commencement program as an active member.
2. Key Member - A key member is defined as a member who has accumulated a minimum of 2,500 points per semester. At least 1,000 points per semester must be earned through personal participation in a minimum of three (3) Golden Key activities (community service, socials, and/or general membership meetings) excluding drives and fundraisers unless otherwise specified by the Executive Board. The member will receive a certificate of recognition and a free honor cord. Only one free honor cord will be awarded per member, regardless of the number of times a member earns key status. As a key member is considered an active member, the member will have his/her name published in the commencement program as an active member.
3. Golden Member - A golden member is defined as a member who has accumulated the most points exceeding the 2,500 point mark per semester. At least 1,500 points per semester must be earned through personal participation in a minimum of five (5) Golden Key activities (community service, socials, and/or general membership meetings) excluding drives and fundraisers unless otherwise specified by the Executive Board. Participation in at least one (1) fundraiser per semester is also required. More than one unexcused absence will disqualify member from achieving Golden Member status for that semester. The member will receive a certificate of recognition, a free Golden Key pin, a free honor cord, and a free graduation cap/gown/tassel.  Only one free Golden Key pin, honor cord and a cap/gown/tassel will be awarded per member, regardless of the number of times a member earns golden status. As a golden member is considered an active member, the member will have his/her name published in the commencement program as an active member.
4. Points are allocated by type of event, length, hardship, and/or for wearing a Golden Key t-shirt at designated activities, etc. Points are subject to the discretion of the event chair and the Executive Board. All executive board members are exempt from the Point/Reward System. Active membership is assumed.

VII. Resignation / Removal
This policy is in accordance with Article VII and Article VIII of the Golden Key International Honour Society Global Bylaws.

1. Advisors

1. Advisors may resign for personal reasons, a long leave of absence or permanent departure from the campus. Advisors must meet with the Executive Board and appoint a replacement before departure. The advisor’s replacement should be made in collaboration with the chapter leadership, the International Staff, and, as appropriate, the University of Hawaii at Manoa. If the Executive Board finds reason for an advisor's resignation/removal, they must speak with the advisor, the Associate Director for Region IX , and International Headquarters.

2. Executive Board

1. If an executive board member is not fulfilling his/her duties, he/she may be asked to resign his/her position.
2. If an executive board member decides to resign from his/her position, a written resignation must be presented to the Executive Board. The executive board member is required to perform the duties of elected office for the following month or until a replacement is found. The resigned executive board member must remain in contact with the Executive Board during the replacement process.
3. If resignation does not occur, resignation can be determined by consensus of the Executive Board.
4. The Executive Board reserves the right to appoint a replacement for the executive board member who resigns.

3. Members

1. Members may resign from the Golden Key International Honour Society. If a member decides to resign, his/her certificate of membership should be returned and International Headquarters must be informed.

VIII. Amendments
Proposal of amendments to the above policies may be made by any member, officer or advisor. A proposal for amendment is required and must be affirmed by a 2/3 vote of the Executive Board.

Approved and adopted: 5 July 2011.