Grand Chapter
The Grand Chapter is an assembly of delegates composed of representatives from each Collegiate Chapter, each Alumni Chapter, and the members of the National Council. The Grand Chapter is described in National Constitution Article V, Section 2 as the supreme governing body of Phi Sigma Pi: "All final legislative powers of Phi Sigma Pi shall be vested in the Grand Chapter." The Grand Chapter is required to meet "at least once every two (2) years" (NC AXII, S1), but traditionally meets annually during the summer months at the Grand Chapter Conference.
History
Composition
Voting Rights
All Collegiate Chapters in good standing are permitted one vote on any motion that comes before the Grand Chapter. Similarly, each National Council member is permitted one vote as well. All Alumni Chapters in good standing are permitted one vote during national elections only, which includes National Council and Sanctions Appeal Board.
National Elections
Elections for the National Council take place during the Grand Chapter Conference. Since 1962 National Council elections have taken place on the even years. Prior to that elections were held every two years on the odd years. The 19th Empowered Council served a one year term from 1961-1962 allowing elections to switch to even years. Special elections to fill vacancies on the National Council may occur during off year Grand Chapter Conferences.
Starting in 2006, elections were held for the Sanctions Appeal Board during the Grand Chapter Conference.
