BUSSSA Constitution

Preamble

We, the South Sudanese & Sudanese students of Buegema University, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, promote academic excellence, and secure the blessings of education for ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the Buegema University South Sudanese Students Association (BUSSSA).

Article I: Name and Purpose

Section 1: Name

The name of this organization shall be the Buegema University South Sudanese Students Association, hereafter referred to as BUSSSA.

Section 2: Purpose

The purpose of BUSSSA shall be to:

  1. Promote unity and cooperation among South Sudanese & Sudanese students
  2. Provide academic and social support to members
  3. Preserve and promote South Sudanese & Sudanese culture
  4. Represent the interests of South Sudanese & Sudanese students
  5. Foster leadership development among members

Article II: Membership

Section 1: Eligibility

Membership shall be open to:

  1. All South Sudanese & Sudanese students enrolled at Buegema University
  2. Alumni of Buegema University who were members during their study period
  3. Honorary members as approved by the Executive Committee

Section 2: Rights and Responsibilities

Members shall have the right to:

  1. Vote in all BUSSSA elections
  2. Hold office if qualified
  3. Participate in all BUSSSA activities
  4. Access all BUSSSA resources and services

Article III: Executive Committee

Section 1: Composition

The Executive Committee shall consist of:

  1. President
  2. Vice President
  3. Secretary General
  4. Treasurer
  5. Academic Affairs Coordinator
  6. Cultural Affairs Coordinator
  7. Public Relations Officer

Section 2: Duties

Each officer shall perform the duties prescribed by this constitution and parliamentary authority.

Article IV: Elections

Section 1: Election Process

Elections shall be held annually through a democratic process.

Section 2: Eligibility

Candidates must:

  1. Be full-time students
  2. Maintain good academic standing
  3. Have been active members for at least one semester

Article V: Meetings

Section 1: Regular Meetings

Regular meetings shall be held monthly during the academic year.

Section 2: Special Meetings

Special meetings may be called by the President or by petition of one-third of the members.

Article VI: Finances

Section 1: Funding Sources

BUSSSA shall be funded through:

  1. Membership dues
  2. Fundraising activities
  3. Donations and grants

Section 2: Financial Management

All financial transactions shall be transparent and documented.

Article VII: Amendments

This constitution may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the members present at any regular meeting, provided that the amendment has been submitted in writing at the previous regular meeting.

Article VIII: Dissolution

In the event of dissolution, all assets shall be distributed to charitable organizations serving South Sudanese & Sudanese students.