Organization Constitution
Organization Constitution Article I: Name
A.
The official name of the organization is Equestrian Team and Club at UCSB.
Article II: Purpose
A.
The purpose of the organzation is to offer students the opportunity to participate in instructional, competitive, and recreational equestrian activities. There is no experience needed in order to join the club team. Everyone who wishes to participate is welcome. The team will have different levels of riding. Not all members are required to ride. Due to budget and a limited amount of horses supplied by other schools, not all riders will be able to compete. If necessary due to a rush of interested students, try-outs will be held at the beginning of the year for students interested in competing. The club is a student organization. Students initiate, develop, and organize the team, under the guidance of the coach. The success of the team can be attributed solely to the dedication of the students who run it.
Spirit of Competition: "Sport activities find their origin in the basic human need for the spirit of play. Winning and losing are mere outcomes of this play spirit. What is part of the game is the pure satisfaction of participation...without your opponent; you have no game, no contesf and no fun. You are indebted to them, as they are to you. The spirit of play then, is based on cooperation. Upholding high standards of integrity and fair play acknowledges this idea of cooperative competition. All players are encouraged to exercise good judgment in caring for the safety of others as well as themselves. At UCSB, an intentional violation of the rules is considered cheating and a gross offense against the spirit of competition. Abusive language toward offrcials, other participants and manipulation of the rules are not "part of the game." A lifetime interest in sports is good for all players, which has more meaning than that of a win or a loss, the memory of which often fades quickly. All players are asked to participate within the context of this spirit of play/competition." -UCSB Sports Club Handbook
Article
III: Membership
Requirements A. Individual Eligibility: The competitive team is organized to meet the athletic skill development competition needs, and recreation needs of all interested UCSB students. The club is open to all UCSB undergraduate students. No student shall be disallowed membership in the club except for inappropriate behavior or disregard for University, Department, Club Council, Sport Club,IHSA, or Team policies and procedures.
B.
Team Conduct: Club athletes are expected to conduct themselves to the highest standards when sponsoring events, hosting contest, competing in events, and when traveling. No alcohol will be sold, served, or consumed by any club athlete while traveling to, competing in, or
retuming from any offrcial event or competition while he/she is representing the UCSB Horseback Riding Club. Hazing(any method of initiation or pre-initiation into a student organization which causes, or is likely to cause, bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm) is absolutely prohibited and any students engaging in hazing will be immediately dismissed from the club and reported to the university.
Article IV: Officers/Elections
A.
Team Coach: The club coach is a volunteer or nominally paid individual who donates their time and services because of a genuine love and interest in promotion and perpetuation of horseback riding. Club officers must meet with the coach on a regular basis. The coach and officers will compare, discuss, compromise, and frnalize all duties and expectations for the coming year. The coach's responsibilities are as follows: -Develop and improve sport skills. - Assist club officers in scheduling games' - Coordinate practices. - Develop and employ all safety procedures. - Attend games and practices. - Coordinate equipment use. - Promote good sportsmanship both during club events and competitions. - Supervise in fundraising activities. - Assist with travel arrangements. - Serve as a friend and role model for the sfudents.
B.
Team Captain: The club captain is a student who volunteers to oversee the club activities. The captain maintains order, coordinates events, and assists the coach when necessary. The captain's responsibilities are as follows: Administer and coordinate club meetings. Serve as a liaison between the club and the university. Complete all university-required forms. Prepare and submit ayearly budget request' Deposit all funds. Keep an updated membership list. Approve expenditures in accordance with member desires. Make travel arrangements. Publicize club activities. Assist coach in competitive member recruitment. Update club constitution on a yearly basis. Collect dues. Oversee the generation of funds and fimdraising. Insure that the club abides by university policy and procedure.
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C.
Team Advisor: The advisor's responsibilities are as follows: Advise in budget PreParation' Serve as an information source' Serve as a liaison between the club and the university. Provide guidance and leadershiP'
D.
leadership or If Horseback Riding Club members are dissatisfied with the
may be brought up at a club meeting' performance of the coach, captain, or advisor, the issue alternate coach, captain, or advisor must Adequate proof of negligence must be presented and al a replacement are presented' the members be available and wruing. rruoth adequate proof and members get 2 votes per individual and may take a vote to replace the current leader competing of a replacement must be more than 51% in basic members get 1 vote per member. votes in favor order for the leader to be considered for removal'
Article V: Meetings before A. tvt""tirrg, will be scheduled by the captains as needed, usually to compete attend meetings' unless there competitions. It is maldatory that all members wishing the members unable to attend should exists a valid prohibiting circumstance. In such cases' contact the coach o,
"uptuio
matters' ahead of time to stay informed on important team
Most competitions will be The competitive team will tavel to competitions' a few competitions' such as within the region, in the Southem Californi a area' However, from the office of Student Life is Nationals, may be located out-of-state. unless funding dues and fundraising' Nonprovided, students must organize funding for traveling through however their cost of travel is not competitive students may accomp*y "o-p.titive students, carry a driver's license and all other guaranteed to be covered. operators of any vehicles must licensed drivers are authorized usage of required legal documents at all times. only qualified persons may not be carried at any time' vehicles for club use. Hitchhikers or otherunauthorized in a safe manner. The university is not vehicles must be operated within the limits of the law and the club is traveling' responsible for any vehicle or personal damage while
B.
Article VI: Committees A. No committees within the organization exist
at this
time'
Articte Vtr: Afliliations
The Intercollegiate This organi zrtionis affiliated with the national organization Horse Show Association (IHSA)'
A.
IHSA and will participate in IHSA The Horseback Riding club will be a member of the will pay amembership fee directly to the competitions as a part of Zone 8 (Region 2). The club pay afee for IHsAmembership' IHSAand each individual who wishes to compete must also
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The team will not transport any horses to shows. Instead, the club of the university sponsoring the event will provide the horses.
According to the official IHSAwebsite: "The IHSApromotes competition for riders of all skill levels, who compete individually and as teams at regional, zone, and national levels. The association was founded on the principle that any college student should be able to participate in horse shows regardless of his or her financial status or riding level. Emphasis is on learning, sportsmanship, and fun. Competition plays a role but the students' enthusiasm and team spirit are the major factors. The objective of IHSA competition is to offer the opportunity to riders in their first years of riding as well as to students with show experience. Eliminating the expense of shipping or even owning horses puts IHSA competitions within reach of many who would otherwise miss the equestrian experience.
... Teams do not move horses to shows. Riders from all colleges ride horses provided by the host college, drawing lots for mounts. Riders draw whatever tack happens to be on the horse they've drawn. There is no schooling time; riders mount, adjust stimrps, and ride in before the judge.
judged by USEF Hunter Seat Equitation approved judges... The locations and dates of shows are determined by the Regional President and are widely variable from one region to the next. In the northeast most shows are indoors and are held throughout the school year, while in the Rocky Mountain states shows are in the fall and spring so as to avoid winter travel, and the south and west commonly have outdoor shows."
AIl IHSA shows
are
The IHSA carries insurance for any liabilities during IHSA competitions or events. The university, club, coach, and other associates of the UCSB Horseback Riding Club will hold no responsibilrty for any damage or injury acquired at any IHSA function.
More information can be found at: r.lu,w.ihsainc.com
Article VIII: Financial Matters A. Dues will vary depending on whether the student is a competitive member of the team or a "basic" member. Basic membership will include invitation to all club events, a club tshirt, and the opportunity to be involved in club riding lessons. Competitive membership will include invitation to all club events, a club t-shirt, the opportunity to be involved in club riding lessons, and the ability to compete at horse shows. Students must acknowledge that team lessons, the cost of riding other horses, and any costs for their own horses are not the responsibility of the club or the university and must be paid for individually. Basic members are not required to ride. Competitive members must participate in one riding lesson before competitions. Competitive members must also commit themselves to attending a cerlain number of horse shows per year. Neither the university, the club, other members, or any of the club leaders are responsible for an
individual's riding schedule or for the availability of horses.
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Article IX: Constitutional Amendments
A.
Amendments to a constitution require a two-thirds vote ofthe general membership. Any amendment, deletion or addition must be filed with the Office of Student Life within one week of adoption.
Signatures of Presiding Olficers:
Signature: C.flj.i*1tr".".,
Co-Captain Ue\G \u({\e,C
Title:
Date:
Title Co-Captain
Date:
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A.
The official name of the organization is Equestrian Team and Club at UCSB.
Article II: Purpose
A.
The purpose of the organzation is to offer students the opportunity to participate in instructional, competitive, and recreational equestrian activities. There is no experience needed in order to join the club team. Everyone who wishes to participate is welcome. The team will have different levels of riding. Not all members are required to ride. Due to budget and a limited amount of horses supplied by other schools, not all riders will be able to compete. If necessary due to a rush of interested students, try-outs will be held at the beginning of the year for students interested in competing. The club is a student organization. Students initiate, develop, and organize the team, under the guidance of the coach. The success of the team can be attributed solely to the dedication of the students who run it.
Spirit of Competition: "Sport activities find their origin in the basic human need for the spirit of play. Winning and losing are mere outcomes of this play spirit. What is part of the game is the pure satisfaction of participation...without your opponent; you have no game, no contesf and no fun. You are indebted to them, as they are to you. The spirit of play then, is based on cooperation. Upholding high standards of integrity and fair play acknowledges this idea of cooperative competition. All players are encouraged to exercise good judgment in caring for the safety of others as well as themselves. At UCSB, an intentional violation of the rules is considered cheating and a gross offense against the spirit of competition. Abusive language toward offrcials, other participants and manipulation of the rules are not "part of the game." A lifetime interest in sports is good for all players, which has more meaning than that of a win or a loss, the memory of which often fades quickly. All players are asked to participate within the context of this spirit of play/competition." -UCSB Sports Club Handbook
Article
III: Membership
Requirements A. Individual Eligibility: The competitive team is organized to meet the athletic skill development competition needs, and recreation needs of all interested UCSB students. The club is open to all UCSB undergraduate students. No student shall be disallowed membership in the club except for inappropriate behavior or disregard for University, Department, Club Council, Sport Club,IHSA, or Team policies and procedures.
B.
Team Conduct: Club athletes are expected to conduct themselves to the highest standards when sponsoring events, hosting contest, competing in events, and when traveling. No alcohol will be sold, served, or consumed by any club athlete while traveling to, competing in, or
retuming from any offrcial event or competition while he/she is representing the UCSB Horseback Riding Club. Hazing(any method of initiation or pre-initiation into a student organization which causes, or is likely to cause, bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm) is absolutely prohibited and any students engaging in hazing will be immediately dismissed from the club and reported to the university.
Article IV: Officers/Elections
A.
Team Coach: The club coach is a volunteer or nominally paid individual who donates their time and services because of a genuine love and interest in promotion and perpetuation of horseback riding. Club officers must meet with the coach on a regular basis. The coach and officers will compare, discuss, compromise, and frnalize all duties and expectations for the coming year. The coach's responsibilities are as follows: -Develop and improve sport skills. - Assist club officers in scheduling games' - Coordinate practices. - Develop and employ all safety procedures. - Attend games and practices. - Coordinate equipment use. - Promote good sportsmanship both during club events and competitions. - Supervise in fundraising activities. - Assist with travel arrangements. - Serve as a friend and role model for the sfudents.
B.
Team Captain: The club captain is a student who volunteers to oversee the club activities. The captain maintains order, coordinates events, and assists the coach when necessary. The captain's responsibilities are as follows: Administer and coordinate club meetings. Serve as a liaison between the club and the university. Complete all university-required forms. Prepare and submit ayearly budget request' Deposit all funds. Keep an updated membership list. Approve expenditures in accordance with member desires. Make travel arrangements. Publicize club activities. Assist coach in competitive member recruitment. Update club constitution on a yearly basis. Collect dues. Oversee the generation of funds and fimdraising. Insure that the club abides by university policy and procedure.
/
C.
Team Advisor: The advisor's responsibilities are as follows: Advise in budget PreParation' Serve as an information source' Serve as a liaison between the club and the university. Provide guidance and leadershiP'
D.
leadership or If Horseback Riding Club members are dissatisfied with the
may be brought up at a club meeting' performance of the coach, captain, or advisor, the issue alternate coach, captain, or advisor must Adequate proof of negligence must be presented and al a replacement are presented' the members be available and wruing. rruoth adequate proof and members get 2 votes per individual and may take a vote to replace the current leader competing of a replacement must be more than 51% in basic members get 1 vote per member. votes in favor order for the leader to be considered for removal'
Article V: Meetings before A. tvt""tirrg, will be scheduled by the captains as needed, usually to compete attend meetings' unless there competitions. It is maldatory that all members wishing the members unable to attend should exists a valid prohibiting circumstance. In such cases' contact the coach o,
"uptuio
matters' ahead of time to stay informed on important team
Most competitions will be The competitive team will tavel to competitions' a few competitions' such as within the region, in the Southem Californi a area' However, from the office of Student Life is Nationals, may be located out-of-state. unless funding dues and fundraising' Nonprovided, students must organize funding for traveling through however their cost of travel is not competitive students may accomp*y "o-p.titive students, carry a driver's license and all other guaranteed to be covered. operators of any vehicles must licensed drivers are authorized usage of required legal documents at all times. only qualified persons may not be carried at any time' vehicles for club use. Hitchhikers or otherunauthorized in a safe manner. The university is not vehicles must be operated within the limits of the law and the club is traveling' responsible for any vehicle or personal damage while
B.
Article VI: Committees A. No committees within the organization exist
at this
time'
Articte Vtr: Afliliations
The Intercollegiate This organi zrtionis affiliated with the national organization Horse Show Association (IHSA)'
A.
IHSA and will participate in IHSA The Horseback Riding club will be a member of the will pay amembership fee directly to the competitions as a part of Zone 8 (Region 2). The club pay afee for IHsAmembership' IHSAand each individual who wishes to compete must also
/
The team will not transport any horses to shows. Instead, the club of the university sponsoring the event will provide the horses.
According to the official IHSAwebsite: "The IHSApromotes competition for riders of all skill levels, who compete individually and as teams at regional, zone, and national levels. The association was founded on the principle that any college student should be able to participate in horse shows regardless of his or her financial status or riding level. Emphasis is on learning, sportsmanship, and fun. Competition plays a role but the students' enthusiasm and team spirit are the major factors. The objective of IHSA competition is to offer the opportunity to riders in their first years of riding as well as to students with show experience. Eliminating the expense of shipping or even owning horses puts IHSA competitions within reach of many who would otherwise miss the equestrian experience.
... Teams do not move horses to shows. Riders from all colleges ride horses provided by the host college, drawing lots for mounts. Riders draw whatever tack happens to be on the horse they've drawn. There is no schooling time; riders mount, adjust stimrps, and ride in before the judge.
judged by USEF Hunter Seat Equitation approved judges... The locations and dates of shows are determined by the Regional President and are widely variable from one region to the next. In the northeast most shows are indoors and are held throughout the school year, while in the Rocky Mountain states shows are in the fall and spring so as to avoid winter travel, and the south and west commonly have outdoor shows."
AIl IHSA shows
are
The IHSA carries insurance for any liabilities during IHSA competitions or events. The university, club, coach, and other associates of the UCSB Horseback Riding Club will hold no responsibilrty for any damage or injury acquired at any IHSA function.
More information can be found at: r.lu,w.ihsainc.com
Article VIII: Financial Matters A. Dues will vary depending on whether the student is a competitive member of the team or a "basic" member. Basic membership will include invitation to all club events, a club tshirt, and the opportunity to be involved in club riding lessons. Competitive membership will include invitation to all club events, a club t-shirt, the opportunity to be involved in club riding lessons, and the ability to compete at horse shows. Students must acknowledge that team lessons, the cost of riding other horses, and any costs for their own horses are not the responsibility of the club or the university and must be paid for individually. Basic members are not required to ride. Competitive members must participate in one riding lesson before competitions. Competitive members must also commit themselves to attending a cerlain number of horse shows per year. Neither the university, the club, other members, or any of the club leaders are responsible for an
individual's riding schedule or for the availability of horses.
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Article IX: Constitutional Amendments
A.
Amendments to a constitution require a two-thirds vote ofthe general membership. Any amendment, deletion or addition must be filed with the Office of Student Life within one week of adoption.
Signatures of Presiding Olficers:
Signature: C.flj.i*1tr".".,
Co-Captain Ue\G \u({\e,C
Title:
Date:
Title Co-Captain
Date:
ne
gehect"a Loisz Office of Student LifeApprovals:
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