Listserv:
su-allies@southwestern.edu
Basic Info:
purpose,
history, membership
Constitution:
our charter document
Events: upcoming activities
Links: web pages of
interest
Members to
Contact:
office, phone, email
Last Updated: April 23, 2005
The
purpose of Allies is
quite simple. Those involved in the organization wish to identify
themselves as individuals who are willing to learn to provide a safe
haven, a listening
ear and support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people.
This,
in no way, connotes that those that have not chosen to participate in
training
are not "safe" or allies to gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender
people. This is just one way for people willing to support and stand up
for the
GLBT community and continue their education.
You are the history! This is a program that takes different forms on
different
campuses. At Southwestern University (SU), it was originally known as
the
"Safe Space" program, initiated in 1995. The program introduced a
one-time
training, called an Advance, much like that done today in Allies. We
hope
to develop the Allies to such a level that there is continued
programming
such as additional Advances (planned by the student, faculty, and staff
committee), continuing education programs for Allies members and
members
of the university, and a more visible gay, lesbian, and bisexual
network
for the SU campus. The program will become what we make of it.
Any person who is willing to attend an Allies Advance is welcome to do
so.
The Advance is a 2-hour, interactive workshop where participants learn
about
issues affecting the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community.
After
completion of an Advance, participants will receive a placard
indicating
their involvement in the program to display in their residence or
workplace.
Advances are held at various times throughout the year. For more
information,
see the membership list below.
Article I-Name
The name of this organization shall be the ALLIES of Southwestern
University.
Article II-Purpose
The ALLIES organization exists with the intention of providing visible,
tangible support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender, and
questioning
(LGBTQ) members of the community. Specifically, the group purposes are:
(a) To provide all students, faculty, and staff with an avenue to
demonstrate
their support and acceptance of LGBTQ people;
(b) To promote educational opportunities for students, staff, faculty,
parents and alumni which will enhance understanding of the diversity of
individuals;
(c) To develop a broad appreciation for diversity and inclusiveness
through promoting understanding of the LGBTQ communities and of their
contributions
to the university community;
(d) To increase the awareness of discrimination and harassment on the
bases of sexual orientation or affectional preference and actively
attempt
to overcome subtle and pervasive oppression and insensitivity;
(e) To support and promote the inclusion of LGBTQ issues in the
university
culture and its institutions, process and structure;
(f) To help find and promote funding opportunities for ALLIES efforts,
including programming, conference attendance, scholarships, etc.;
(g) To provide access for students to specific individuals ("safe
places
and safe people") and forums for confidential discussion, support and
resource
information.
Article III-Membership
Membership in ALLIES is open to all members of the Southwestern
University
community, including students, faculty, and staff who have attended an
Ally
Advance. The membership of ALLIES shall consist of all those eligible
who:
(a) List themselves
on the ALLIES website as available to fulfill Article II (g), and/or
(b) Attend ALLIES meetings.
The
organization shall be
run as a collective composed of all ALLIES members. A quorum at a
collective
meeting shall consist of those attending; decisions shall be reached my
discussion
and consensus.
Regular
business meetings
will be held monthly during the fall and spring semesters, at a time
and
place designated by the president.
Article IV-Elected Positions
The organization shall be run as a collective composed of all ALLIES
members. A quorum at a collective meeting shall consist of five voting
members. The collective shall elect by simple majority, a treasurer,
public relations
representative, meeting facilitator, and a program chair.
Article V-Duties of the Elected Positions
In the spring each year, the collective shall elect by simple majority of those present:
Required
Positions - a president
Optional Positions - a treasurer; a public relations representative; a
program
chair; and any other positions which may be desired.
Those
elected shall serve
for the following academic year.
Treasurer - The treasurer has the duty of overseeing the finances of the collective. Each year, the treasurer must submit a budget to Student Organizational Committee for approval. The treasurer will accept budget proposals from the collective and will then prepare a finalized budget. The treasurer will, with prior approval from the collective, oversee all requests for funding, submit all reimbursement requests, and will keep records of all emoluments and expenditures.
Public Relations Representative(s)- The public relations representative (PR rep) has the responsibility of communication with members of the media as the official voice of the organization. The PR rep has the duties of maintaining the ALLIES website and of coordinating all advertising.
President - The president shall act as coordinator for all collective meetings as well as maintain a listserv to communicate with all members upcoming events and current issues. IF other offices are vacant, president assumes and/or delegates all other duties.
Program Chair- This chair
may plan "ice-breakers" and other reflective activities to open all
regular
business and discussion meetings. The program chair will oversee
planning
and execution of all events sponsored by ALLIES.
Article VI-Service of Elected Members
a. All elected members have the responsibility of attending all
collective
meetings. If an elected member is unable to attend a meeting, she or he
should notify the meeting facilitator in advance.
b. If it should be the opinion of the collective that an elected member
is not fulfilling the obligations of that position, any member of the
collective
may move for removal of that elected member. In order to remove that
elected
member, two-thirds of the members present at the meeting must support
the
motion. Should the motion pass and the elected member be in attendance,
the motion is effective immediately and the elected member will be
replaced
by a member of the collective either permanently or until a permanent
replacement
is found. Should the motion pass, and the elected member not be
present,
a 'good faith' effort shall be made to notify the elected member,
thereby
allowing a response before the next meeting. If, however, after a 'good
faith' notification has been made, the elected member doesn't respond,
the
passed motion will be effective by the end of the next business
meeting.
c. An elected member may at any time resign the position by
notifying the
collective. In the event of the vacancy of an elected position,
another
member of ALLIES may volunteer for the position.
Article
VII - Amendment of
Constitution
This
Constitution may be
amended by the following process:
(a) Proposed amendment(s) shall be submitted to the President.
(b) The President shall publish the proposed amendment(s) on the
listserv,
announcing the time of the business meeting at which the amendment(s)
will
be considered.
(c) A two-thirds majority of the members attending the designated
meeting
is needed to approve the change(s).
(d) The President or faculty advisor will submit the amended
Constitution
to the collevtive. The changes will become effective upon
approval by the
membership.
Spring 2005
- Allies Meetings are held every other Friday at noon in the Cove Media Room
Check back
frequently for
updates!
SU,
Texas and National Resources
SU Gender Awareness
Center
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force
Bisexual Resource Center
Transgender Forum
Altsex.org
AIDS Quilt
Human Rights Campaign
Resources
from other universities
Safe
Zones and Allies Links at other universities
Texas A&M
Texas A&M - Gender Issues
Education
Services
University of Texas
queer UT
UT's Lutheran Campus
Ministry
Beta Iota
Gay and Lesbian
Graduate
Business Network
These members may be contacted by members of the community, for they
have
identified themselves as willing to provide a safe haven, or listening
ear
and support, for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people. These
names
are listed in alphabetical order in two groups, Students and
Faculty/Staff.
Students:
(alpha by first name)
Alison Rector, rectora@southwestern.edu
Amanda Covington, covingta@southwestern.edu
Alex McPhail, mcphaila@southwestern.edu
Allen M. Lindig, lindiga@southwestern.edu
Amos Bean, beana@southwestern.edu
Anna Easterling, easterla@southwestern.edu
April Long, longl@southwestern.edu
Ashlee Andrews, andrewsa@southwestern.edu
Beth Freed, freede@southwestern.edu
Billy Ramos, ramosb@southwestern.edu
Brodie Reynolds, reynoldt@southwestern.edu
Caitlin Allday, alldayc@southwestern.edu
Carter Space, spacec@southwestern.edu
Chris Grundy, grundyc@southwestern.edu
Chris Scott, chris_scott22@hotmail.com
Christiana Little, littlec@southwestern.edu
David Carroll, carrollj@southwestern.edu
Emma Hodcroft, hodcrofe@southwestern.edu
Haley Guida, guidah@southwestern.edu
Holly Allen, allenh@southwestern.edu
Jennie Averyt, averytj@southwestern.edu
Joel Harrington, harringj@southwestern.edu
Joseph Lieb, liebj@southwestern.edu
Josh Nowak, nowakj@southwestern.edu
Karlee Miller, millerk@southwestern.edu
Kathryn Hodges, imbarras@aol.com
Kelsey Shipman, shipmank@southwestern.edu
Kristen Thomas, thomas4@southwestern.edu
Lauren Contreras, contrerl@southwestern.edu
Lauren McCauley, missL@mail.com
Matt Barnes, barnes2@southwestern.edu
Megan Browning, browninm@southwestern.edu
Megan Healy, healym@southwestern.edu
Mindy Griffin, griffinm@southwestern.edu
Natalie Goodnow, goodnown@southwestern.edu
Natalija Milutinovic, milutinn@southwestern.edu
Patrick Lloyd, lloydp@southwestern.edu
Patrick Wenda, wendap@southwestern.edu
Peter Kelley, kelleyp@southwestern.edu
Peter Keirn, keirnp@southwestern.edu
Phillip Cantu, cantup@southwestern.edu
Rambo Schutz, schutzr@southwestern.edu
Sarah Fox, foxs@southwestern.edu
Sarah Gomillion, gomillis@southwestern.edu
Sarah Herrick, herricks@southwestern.edu
Tracy Machu, machut@southwestern.edu
Faculty/Staff: (alpha by last name) to call by phone, add
"512-863-" before
number extention
Adrian, Sherry - Education, 1905, adrians@southwestern.edu
Anderson,
Alexandra - Career Services, 1265, afca@southwestern.edu
Brown, Deb - University Police Chief, 1030, brownd@southwestern.edu
Cowley, Julie - Provost, 1720, cowleyj@southwestern.edu
Craddock,
Giuliano, Traci
- Psychology, 1596, giuliant@southwestern.edu
Guarraci, Fay - Psychology, 1747, guarracf@southwestern.edu
Kruger, Maria - Career
Development, 1671, krugerm@southwestern.edu
Leese, Mike - Student & Resident Life, 1624, leesem@southwestern.edu
McCarthy, Deb - Academic Services, 1536, mccarthd@southwestern.edu
Niemeyer, Emily - Chemistry, 1721, niemeyee@southwestern.edu
Selbin, Eric - Political Science, 1604, eselbin@southwestern.edu
Strandtmann, Joan - Biology, 1544, strandtj@southwestern.edu
Winnubst, Shannon - Religion & Philosophy, 1964, winnubs@southwestern.edu
Woody, Jaime - Student Activities, 1345, woodyj@southwestern.edu
Wohl, Liz - Counseling Services, 1252, wohle@southwestern.edu
Last
updated: April 23, 2005
URL: http://www.southwestern.edu/student-life/SUAllies.htm
Southwestern University Allies
Comments: machut@southwestern.edu
