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Annual Conference! February 21-22, 2014! Myrtle Beach, SC!
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Conference Schedule! Friday, February 21, 2014 6:00-7:00
7:00-9:00
Registration + Meet & Greet
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Soft Skills for Interpreters! ! Joshua Pennise! ! ! 0.2 CEUs: PS
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Plantation ! Room
Saturday, February 22, 2014 7:30-8:30
Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:30-11:30
Part I
12:00-1:30
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Strong Language! D LE E ! Dr. Steven Collins! C ! ! 0.3 CEUs: PS CAN
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Interpreting for God! ! Dr. Alton Brant! ! ! 0.3 CEUs: PS
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Linguistics of Interpreting! ! Joshua Pennise, Region II Representative! ! ! 0.3 CEUs: PS
Lunch! ! Business Meeting
1:30-4:30
4:30-5:00
Rutledge ! Room Allston ! Room Middleton ! Room Shoreline ! Restaurant
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Strong Language! ! Dr. Steven Collins! ! ! 0.3 CEUs: PS
Rutledge ! Room
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Interpreting for God! ! Dr. Alton Brant! ! ! 0.3 CEUs: PS
Allston ! Room
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Linguistics of Interpreting! ! Joshua Pennise, Region II Representative! ! ! 0.3 CEUs: PS Finale, Licensure Update
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Middleton ! Room
Special Thanks to our Sponsors
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CONFERENCE LANGUAGE POLICY!
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Language use for the 2014 South Carolina Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (SC RID) is !
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Session Descriptions! Soft Skills for Interpreters:! Ever leave a professional encounter feeling that you were not heard? Ever wish you could change someone’s behavior only to have it blow up in your face? Ever wish you were more charismatic or persuasive? If you find your personal encounters (professional and personal) could use a jump-start, then this workshop is for you. Learn how to communicate more effectively in difficult situations, how to express appreciation in a way that will be impactful, and how to be that team that everyone wants to work with and that interpreter that Deaf consumers love.! Interpreting for God:! Workshop is designed for interpreters who do limited or extensive interpreting in religious settings… particularly in the southern churches. Sessions will include principles for understanding and interpreting complex religious concepts, 7 skills necessary for effective interpreting, and use of visual imagery in both scriptures and song.! Linguistics of Interpreting:! This six-hour workshop teaches interpreters how meaning is constructed in conversation and how differences in cognitive schema across languages complicate the interpreting task. Participants look at the semantics and pragmatics of ASL and English to see where there are similarities and differences.Techniques for bridging the linguistic gaps are discussed and applied in group work. This hands- on workshop prepares the interpreter to seriously look at meaning- making through lecture, discussion, practice and with the help of a few brilliant observations by the characters of Seinfeld and When Harry Met Sally.!
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Presenter Biographies!
! Since Fall 2000, Dr. Alton Brant has served as an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer of American Sign Language (ASL) at Clemson University. His first language is ASL having been raised by deaf parents. Trained as an educator, Dr. Brant completed his Ed.D. in Special Education Administration in 1986 (University of South Carolina). He has served as a teacher, administrator, and advisor to numerous institutions and agencies serving the Deaf. He has been a guest lecturer to the Czech Republic, Palestine (Gaza) and Russia. He also established the ASL Club at Clemson University in 2001. His work experience includes interpreting, teaching, administering a program for deaf children with behavioral/emotional problems, and serving as the Director of the SC School for the Deaf. He has consulted with the SC Department of Mental Health and the SC Department of Education. He has served on several boards related to the education of deaf children and the Deaf Community at-large.!
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! Joshua Pennise, MA, CI and CT, NIC Advanced, is a
native of Norfolk,Virginia who learned to use American Sign Language by immersion at Deaf community events and learned to interpret by mentoring with incredible practitioners in the field. Community education was followed by formal training in general communication theory (BA) and applied linguistics (MA).While studying at Old Dominion University in the linguistics department, Josh focused on ASL usage- particularly among Deaf individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. !
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2012-2014 Board of Directors!
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Stephen Fitzmaurice, MIP, CI, CT, NIC:A, NAD V, EIPA 4.5 is a Visiting Assistant Professor of American Sign Language (ASL) and lead faculty for the ASL-English Educational Interpreting program at Clemson University. Stephen is a doctoral student and holds a Masters of Interpreter Pedagogy from Northeastern University and several national interpreter certifications including: Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Certificate of Interpretation and Certification of Transliteration; National Interpreter Certificate: Advanced; National Association of the Deaf Master Interpreter Certification; and an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment rating of 4.5. Stephen has worked as a professional ASL-English interpreter for over twenty years and has research interests spanning: second language acquisition; metacognitive processing of interpreters; ASL linguistics; literacy of Deaf children; and educational access via interpreting services. Stephen has chaired a number of national RID committees, and previously served on the South Carolina RID Board of Directors for eight years.!
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Susie Spainhour resides in Anderson, SC with her husband, Robert W. Spainhour Jr. They have two children, Pasha fourteen years old and Kristina twelve years old. Susie is a Nationally Certified Interpreter of RID and received her Bachelors degree from University of Cincinnati in 2010. She has been afforded several awards throughout her career such as: SC RID Interpreter of the Year Award in both 2005 and 2007 and RID Region II President’s Choice Award in 2008. Also in 2009, Susie was selected to serve at RID’s National Conference
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in Philadelphia as a Support Staff. Susie has served SC RID for many years by serving on SC RID Board of Directors: ITP Representative 2004 -2006, Member at Large 2006 – 2008, Secretary 2008 -2010, and Vice President 2010-2011. Currently, Susie works as an Educational Interpreter in Oconee County.!
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Callie Marsh, CI, CT was practically born and raised in Clemson, SC and has just recently made her way back home! Callie obtained a BA in Sign Language Interpreting with a minor in Chemistry from Maryville College. Callie enjoyed her first experience serving on the SC RID Board of Directors immensely, and appreciates the behind the scenes work of each of her fellow Board members! Callie has enjoyed, and taken advantage of, the outreach opportunities afforded her by serving on the SC RID BoD, whether they be writing a newsletter article, speaking to emerging interpreting students, working on relevant projects for the state, or discourse with members and non-members of SC RID.
Here’s a fun fact: Callie’s initial undergraduate degree major was geology because she always thought that some field of science was her calling. As it turns out, providing fair communication access to an under-served population pulled her in another direction. Since 2004, Callie has enthusiastically served the state of South Carolina as a free-lance community interpreter in a wide variety of settings.!
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Josie McDaniel-Burkett, a native of Lexington, South Carolina, has been a working interpreter for over 10 years. She holds an NIC Master from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf. Currently, Josie and her husband own and operate SC Interpreting Services for the Deaf. Josie and her team of interpreters service the
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entire state. Previously, she was employed as the Midlands Region Interpreter Coordinator for the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind. Josie has a vast array of experience; ranging from political, video-relay interpreting, medical to legal and much more. She enjoys mentoring novice interpreters and teaches American Sign Language classes at the University of South Carolina and at the South Carolina Association of the Deaf. Josie is a member of RID, South Carolina RID, South Carolina Association of the Deaf and the Midlands Association of the Deaf. Currently, Josie serves as the Treasurer with SC RID for the 2012 – 2014 term.
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Jamie Prentice lives in Aiken, SC having moved here from the suburbs of Chicago 6 years ago. She is the mom to two amazing sons Logan, 20 and Christian, 16. Jamie has an A.A of Liberal Arts degree from Kishwaukee College and got her A.S. in Interpreting from Waubonsee College in Aurora, IL in 1996. Having worked as an interpreter, and then as a supervisor in the business world, since coming to Aiken she has worked for Aiken County Public Schools as an educational interpreter. She works freelance and theatrical interpreting as time allows.! Having a brother with MS, another who was paralyzed in an accident and her oldest son with Prader-Willi Syndrome, she has long been immersed in the world of the“differently-abled”. It is a place she is comfortable and credits with her commitment to advocacy work for equality and access for all people. Volunteering as the coordinator of the deaf ministry at her church and long term mission work in South America to work with kids with special needs and their families, are examples of her passions. Family, pets, travel, cooking and reading round out her other interests. EIPA 3.4, NIC written and working on the performance!!
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Member at Large: IP Liasion!
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Josh Holmes lives in Greenville, SC and travels to classes at Clemson University where he is a Modern Languages major with an emphasis in American Sign Language. Josh plans to be an educational interpreter and is passionate about his career. Josh is excited for the work that SC RID is doing and very thankful that he can be a part of such a wonderful group of board members. Being a part of SC RID has allowed Josh to network with a diverse community of people and as an up and coming member of that community, Josh looks forward to serving them and helping in any way that he can. Outside of SC RID and Clemson University Josh works and helps take care of his niece and nephew who are five and six years old with the help of his girlfriend Brandi. Originally Josh attended Spartanburg Community College where he studied computer sciences until taking his first ASL course as an elective. As fate would have it Josh fell in love with the language and the community; changed his major and transferred to Clemson to pursue his passion.!
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Special Thanks!
On behalf of every South Carolina RID member, we extend special thanks to Katy Schneider, CMP Coordinator for ensuring the sanctity of the Certificate Maintenance Program (CMP) in South Carolina. For the many hours dedicated to this enormous task, we thank you Katy!!
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The Stars We’ve Lost!
! Please take a moment to reflect on the interpreter stars we’ve lost this year:! ! Cindy Cross! Marie Griffin!
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South Carolina Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
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Annual General Meeting February 22, 2014 12:00-1:30 Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Agenda
Roll
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Minutes Annual General Meeting Minutes 2013 Appointments: 2014 Minute Review Committee
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Reports President: State of the Registry Vice President Secretary Treasurer Members At Large
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Old Business South Carolina Interpreter Licensure
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New Business Resolutions of Appreciation −" Interpreters −" Conference Planning Committee −" Board Members −" Committee Chairs
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Announcements Adjournment Sine die
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South Carolina Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Board Meeting!
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MINUTES! date: 022313! time: 1:00p location: University Center, Greenville, SC! meeting called by: SC RID Board of Directors! called to order: 1:00p! meeting adjourned: 1:30p! type of meeting: Business! facilitator: Steve Fitzmaurice! note taker: Callie Rowe! attendees: SC RID BoD and conference attendees!
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1. Approval of MOST RECENT MEETING Minutes! discussion: 2012 AGM minutes posted. Require 3 SC RID members to approve past minutes.! conclusion: Sandra Battista, Melinda Reidling and Leslie Scott responsible for minutes!
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2. Reports from Board of Directors! discussion: one state of the registry report given.!
President! Board transition in 2012 led to strong BoD comprised of Steve Fitzmaurice, Susie! Spainhour, Callie Rowe, Josie McDanielBurkett,! Jamie Prentice, and Josh Holmes. We have! avowed to work on the following 8 priorities:! − change and integrate the public presence of SC RID! − continue to regain our nonprofit!
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status;! − pass and adhere to a budget;! − come into compliance with RID requirements;! − offer a minimum of twenty hours of professional development opportunities;! − provide opportunities for members to engage with the Registry as much as possible! − continue to partner with the SCAD on issues of mutual interest; and! − actively pursue interpreter licensure.!
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Josh and Callie have worked diligently to increase our public presence through a new website! and Facebook. With additional thanks to Stan Halstead for being our webmaster for many years.!
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Thanks to Nicole Kulick and her parents for unraveling the red tape surrounding the! reestablishment of our nonprofit status. A result is expected in the next six months. !
! The 2013-14 budget will be shared by Josie later during this meeting. ! !
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Susie Spainhour compiled our Annual Report to file with RID. She has also headed up our professional development opportunities and will soon announce an early summer workshop. ! Many thanks to Katy Schneider for her work as CMP Coordinator! Members are important to SC RID an we have worked to make sure our meetings, conferences and other events are announced and accessible to all. Membership is low, please encourage your colleagues and friends to join! !
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SC RID continues to partner with SCAD and appreciates SCAD members in attendance. Lastly, the SC RID Board continues to pursue licensure and requires the membership’s collective voice on the topic.!
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conclusion:!
report read and other BoD members waive individual reports. Motion to recognize report! (Carolyn Hernandez/Sandra Battista). Carried.!
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action items: person responsible: deadline:!
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3. Committee Reports! discussion:!
CMP Coordinator (NAME)none! Licensure Committee (NAME)none! By Laws Committee (NAME)none! Professional Development Committee (NAME)none!
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4. Unfinished Business: None! discussion:!
No unfinished business. Motion to close unfinished business (Glendia Boon/Robin! BurgessMack)!
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Motion carried!
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5. New Business:! discussion:!
Amendments to ByLaws include changing the term Interpreter Training Program (ITP) to! Interpreter Program (IP) and as follows:! Article VI. MEETINGS OF MEMBERS! Section 1. Biennial Annual Conference (even numbered years)! (A) An annual biennial conference shall be held anytime during even numbered years for the purpose of providing an opportunity for professional development of the members, to conduct
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necessary business of SC RID, and/or to provide a forum for the exchange of information among the members and the general public on/about the profession of interpreting.! (B) Notice of the meeting shall be given to the members no less than fortyfive! (45) days! prior to the date scheduled.! (C) Upon the Board of Director’s approval, the President shall appoint and charge a! conference chair person(s) who will be responsible for planning the event.! (D) Conduct of Meetings: Unless otherwise directed by the members, all meetings shall! be conducted in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised.! (E) Quorum: A quorum at any given meeting shall be at least three (3) SC RID Officers! and a majority of members attending the conference.! Section 2. Training Events (odd numbered years)! During odd numbered years at At least two (2) one (1) additional workshop/training! events shall be held annually At least one would include a meeting of the membership! or any interested parties for the purpose of providing the membership professional! development opportunities, to conduct necessary business of SC RID and/or to provide a! forum for the exchange of information among the members and the general public! on/about the profession of interpreting!
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Membership presented with amendment 90 days prior to AGM. Motion to adopt ByLaws as! amended (Roger Williams/Susie Spainhour). No discussion. Call the question. Motion carried.!
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6. New Business: Appreciation and Gift presentation! discussion:!
Much thanks to our amazing presenters, Dr Glen Anderson, and Roger Williams. Also, thank you! to interpreters Steve Phan and Elissa OdeegardMacias.! In addition, thank you to conference planning committee, Katelyn Meredith, Christina WhitehouseSuggs, Clemson University, Sandra Battista.!
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praise and gifts bestowed. Motion to close new business (Christina WhitehouseSuggs/! Katy Schneider). Motion carried.!
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Announcements:! 1. Irik Rosario and Suzy Paul recently became RID certified!! 2. Impending graduation, Alyssa, Joel, Katelyn, and Bill Campbell.! 3. Nancy Dunne announced Clemson University Disability Services Dept presenting “Sign Like! Me” March 7th at 6:00p and March 9th at 2:00p.! Motion to adjourn (Josie McDanielBurkett/CWS). Motion carried.
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! ! Article I. !
South Carolina Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Bylaws NAME
The name of this corporation shall be the South Carolina Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (SC RID).
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OBJECTIVES
As an Affiliate Chapter of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), it is the mission of the SC RID to provide state and local forums and an organization structure for the continued growth and development of the profession of interpretation and transliteration. As a professional association for interpreters in South Carolina, SC RID serves as an essential arena for its members in their pursuit of excellence. SC RID endeavors to: •" Promote the standardization and uniformity of the quality of interpreting services in South Carolina; •" Provide an open forum for discussion of issues pertinent to sign language interpreters and consumer groups in South Carolina; •" Advocate for and provide professional development opportunities; •" Encourage accreditation of sign language interpreters; and •" Support the development of programs designed to facilitate the education and training of interpreters.
! Article III. MEMBERSHIP ! Section 1 Categories of Membership !
(A) Voting Members are members in good standing of both SC RID and RID and are voting members of RID who may vote in any and all matters open to membership vote.
! (B) Non-voting Members are members in good standing of SC RID who are not members of RID. ! (C) Supporting Members are non-voting members who are not associated with the field of interpreting and transliterating, but support the goals and objectives of SC RID.
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(D) Organizational Members are non-voting, non-person entities that support the goals and objectives of SC RID.
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Section 2 Eligibility
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(A) Application for Membership: Those interested in membership must complete and submit application online or by mail to the appropriate Board member.
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(B) Annual Dues: The SC RID Board of Directors has the authority to fix and/or amend the amount of annual dues as they deem appropriate.
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(C) A member who has paid the established annual dues for the current membership year shall be considered a member in good standing.
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(E) Renewal of Membership: The Board shall, thirty (30) days prior to the end of the membership year, remind members of the process for renewal. Annual dues shall be paid by each member, directly to the corporation. Members whose dues are NOT received and paid by July 31st for that membership year shall be considered delinquent and renewal shall be subject to a late fee.
! Section 3 Voting Rights and Requirements ! !
(A) Voting Members in good standing shall have one vote in all matters open to membership vote. (B) Non-voting, Supporting and Organizational Members shall not be permitted to vote on any matters.
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(C) SC RID does not issue or honor proxies.
! Section 4 Termination of Membership !
(A) Suspension or expulsion for cause: Any member whose membership is suspended or revoked for cause by the SC RID Board of Directors, the National Grievance Committee and/ or the National Review Board of RID will automatically be suspended or expelled from the Chapter until such time as membership can be reinstated.
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(B) Non-payment of dues: Failure to pay annual dues by July 31st of that membership year shall result in termination of membership. (C) Resignation: Any member may resign before the expiration of membership by surrendering their membership card to the Board of Directors. Resignation invalidates all nights and privileges of Chapter membership. Membership dues are non-refundable and the resigning member will remain culpable for any and all accrued dues or charges unpaid.
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(D) Appeals: Suspension or revocation of membership may be appealed to the SC RID Board of Directors of this Chapter.
! Section 5 Reinstatement !
(A) Reinstatement following Suspension or Expulsion for Cause: Upon notice of reinstatement of membership from the SC RID Board of Directors, a former member may apply for reinstatement.
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(B) Reinstatement Following Termination for Non-Payment of Dues or Resignation: Upon reapplication for membership and payment of annual dues for the current year, a member shall be reinstated. (C) Application for Reinstatement: A former member who satisfies the requirements of reinstatement may make application by submitting an application form and fees, membership shall be reinstated and all rights and privileges shall resume. A late fee will be assessed for all membership dues considered delinquent.
! Section 6 Transfer of Membership ! Chapter membership is non-transferable. ! Section 7 Change of Membership Category !
Members may change their membership status by contacting the Board and paying any and all fees at time of request.
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DIRECTORS
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Composition of SC RID Board of Directors
Composition of Executive Officers
The Executive officers shall be comprised of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and two (2) Members-At-Large, one of whom shall serve as the Interpreter Program (IP) Liaison.
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The SC RID Board of Directors shall be comprised of the Executive officers, and one representative from the SCAD. In addition, the Immediate Past President may serve as a nonvoting ex-officio member of the SC RID Board of directors for one year.
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! Section 3 Powers and Limitations ! (A) Powers !
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1. To prescribe officers powers and duties consistent with law, the Articles of Incorporation, and these Bylaws; and fix their compensation. 2. To conduct, manage, and control the affairs and business of the affiliate chapter and to make rules and regulations consistent with the law, the Articles of Incorporation and these Bylaws. 3. To borrow money or incur indebtedness for the purposes of the corporation and for that purpose to cause to be executed and delivered, in the corporate name, bonds, debentures, deeds of trust, mortgages, pledges or other evidence of debts. 4. To establish/abolish liaisons with other organizations. 5. Impeachment: if an officer is unable to fulfill his/her duties, the majority of the Board of Directors have the authority to question and/or remove the officer.
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1. Directors shall not concurrently serve as an elected officer on the National board of Directors or RID.
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1. To perform any and all duties imposed on them by law, the Articles of Incorporation, these Bylaws, or as directed by the membership. 2. To adopt a corporate logo, and to prescribe the form of membership cards. 3. To approve an annual budget for the maintenance and operation of this corporation.
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The President shall: a) Have general supervision and direction of the affairs of the corporation, and other duties as may be prescribed by the Board or the membership. b) Appoint any committees, including standing, special and/or ad hoc, composed of voting members in good standing. c) Have shared signature responsibility with the Treasurer for signing checks and warrants for the withdrawal of corporate funds.
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d) Set the agenda and conduct all Board meetings, the Annual Annual Conference business meetings(s), and any special meetings of the membership. 2. Vice President
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The Vice President shall: a) In the absence of the President, perform all duties of the President and in so acting, shall all the powers of the President. b) Have other powers and duties as prescribed by the Board and/or membership. 3. Secretary
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The Secretary shall: a) Keep a full and accurate record of proceedings of the Board and annual and/or special business meetings of the membership. b) Make service of such notices as may be necessary or proper. c) Maintain the records of the corporation. d) Provide periodic reports to the membership on the actions of the Board. e) Handle all official correspondence of the corporation. f) Have other powers and duties as prescribed by the Board and/or membership. 4. Treasurer
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The Treasurer shall: a) Supervise the receipt and safekeeping of all funds of the corporation and deposit them in the bank or banks that may be designated by the Board. b) Have shared signature responsibility with the President for signing checks and warrants for the withdrawal of corporate funds. c) Have other powers and duties as prescribed by the Board and/or the membership. 5. The Members At Large (one of whom shall be an IP Liaison)
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The Members At Large shall: a) Assist local area representatives with the coordination of activities and communication in and among regions. b) Have other powers and duties as prescribed by the Board and/or the membership.
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(A) Each officer serving on the SC RID Board of Directors of the corporation must be a member of SC RID as well as a member of RID, Inc.
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(B) The SC RID President and Vice President must be a certified member of RID in good standing at the time of candidacy and during their term of office.
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(C) Each officer shall have been a member of SC RID for a period of at least one year at the time of election.
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(D) The IP Liaison must be a student in an interpreter program at the time of election.
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(A) Terms of office for the President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Members At Large,
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(B) Terms shall commence on July 1st of the election year.
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(A) The President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Members At Large, shall be elected in even numbered years.
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(B) A call for nominations shall be made to the membership no less than thirty (30) days prior to the election.
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(C) Members seeking election must be voting members in good standing of SC RID, and be nominated by voting members in good standing of SC RID.
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(D) Officers shall be elected by voting members of SC RID.
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(A) Vacancies on the SC RID Board of Directors shall occur upon resignation, removal, or death of any Officer, or when the number of Board positions is increased by amendments to these Bylaws or the Charter of the corporation.
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(B) Resignation: Any Officer may resign upon giving at least two-weeks prior written notice to the President or Secretary.
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(C) Appointment to fill a vacancy: Any vacancy occurring on the Board may be filled by the affirmative vote of a majority of the remaining directors. Individuals appointed to fill a vacancy shall be appointed for the remainder of the term of their predecessor.
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(D) A SC RID Officer who does not attend three (3) consecutive regularly scheduled Board meetings shall be considered resigned.
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Section 9
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Meeting of Directors
(A) The SC RID Board of Directors shall meet at least four (4) times annually on dates and at locations selected by the Board.
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(B) The agenda of Board meetings will be prepared by the President and distributed to the Board members at least one week prior to the meeting.
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(C) Meetings of the Board shall be presided over by the President or, in absence of the President, by the Vice President. In the event that neither the President nor Vice President are present and providing that a majority of the remaining members are in attendance, a Chairperson may be chosen by those members.
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(D) The Secretary shall act as recording secretary at all meetings of the Board. In the Secretary’s absence, the Presiding Officer shall appoint a person as acting recording secretary for the meeting.
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(E) All Board meetings will be open to the membership and/or visitors, unless otherwise designated as such by the Officers of SC RID.
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(F) Interpreters: Board meetings will be interpreted upon request. Requests for interpreters must be placed at least two (2) weeks prior to the meeting date. Requests placed less than two (2) weeks before the meeting will be honored, if possible, but not guaranteed.
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(G) Any meeting, regular or special, with a majority of the Board present may be held by conference call or other technology.
! Section 10 Quorum !
A majority of the Directors shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business at any meeting of the board. Should fewer than a majority of Directors attend a Board meeting, the meeting will be adjourned and rescheduled.
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(A) The members of the Board of Directors of SC RID shall have no compensation for their services as Directors.
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(B) The Directors may be reimbursed by SC RID for reasonable expenses incurred for the purpose of doing SC RID business.
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Article V.
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COMMITTEES
(A) Upon the Board of Director’s approval, the President shall appoint and charge any committees, including standing, special and/or ad hoc, composed of voting members in good standing. A majority of the entire committee shall constitute a quorum.
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(B) Standing: The number of standing committees will vary depending on the needs of SC RID. Standing Committees shall be appointed by the President when deemed necessary, or be discontinued when deemed no longer necessary by a majority decision of the Board.
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(C) Special/Ad Hoc: Shall be appointed by the President when deemed necessary to carry on the work of the affiliate chapter. Committees will serve until the assigned task(s) is completed, or when deemed no longer necessary by a majority decision of the Board. (D) Vacancies: Upon the board of Director’s approval, the President shall appoint individuals who are voting members in good standing to fill committee vacancies.
! Article VI. MEETINGS OF MEMBERS ! Section 1 AnnualAnnual Conference ! !
(A) Ann annual annual conference shall be held for the purpose of providing an opportunity for professional development of the members, to conduct necessary business of SC RID, and/or to provide a forum for the exchange of information among the members and the general public on/about the profession of interpreting. (B) Notice of the meeting shall be given to the members no less than forty-five (45) days prior to the date scheduled.
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(C) Upon the Board of Director’s approval, the President shall appoint and charge a conference chair person(s) who will be responsible for planning the event.
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(D) Conduct of Meetings: Unless otherwise directed by the members, all meetings shall be conducted in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised.
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(E) Quorum: A quorum at any given meeting shall be at least three (3) SC RID Officers and a majority of members attending the conference.
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At least one (1) additional workshop/training events shall be held annually for the purpose of providing the membership professional development opportunities, to conduct necessary
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business of SC RID and/or to provide a forum for the exchange of information among the members and the general public on/about the profession of interpreting.
! Section 32 Special Meetings !
Special meetings of the members may be called at any time by the Board, or by a written petition of not less than fifteen (15) voting members. Written notice of the time and place of special meetings shall be given at least thirty (30) days prior to meeting.
! Section 43 Place of Meetings !
The Board may designate any place within 50 miles of South Carolina as the place of meeting for any annual or special meeting.
! Article VII. !
FEES, DUES AND ASSESSMENTS
! Article VIII. !
FISCAL YEAR OF THE CORPORATION
! Article IX. !
AMENDMENT
! Article X. !
PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE
! Article XI. !
DISSOLUTION
(A) In order to remain in good standing, a member must pay annual dues in the amounts to be fixed by the SC RID Board of Directors.
The fiscal year of the corporation shall begin on the first day of July and end on the thirtieth day of June.
The Bylaws may be amended or repealed by approval of two-thirds of the eligible voting members in attendance and voting during a regular, annual, or special meeting of the membership, or by Mail Referendum with sixty days prior notice. Amendments must be reviewed and approved by the Bylaws Committee prior to voting, or in the absence of a Bylaws Committee, by the SC RID Board of Directors.
The rules contained in the current edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised shall govern this Chapter in all cases to which they are applicable and consistent with these Bylaws and any special ruled of order the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) corporation may adopt.
In the event of dissolution, the residual assets of the organization will be turned over to one or more organizations which themselves are exempt as organizations described in sections
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501(c)(3) and 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 or corresponding sections of any prior or future law, or to the Federal, State or local government for exclusive public purpose. Notwithstanding any other provision of these articles, this corporation will not carry on any other activities no permitted to be carried on by (a) a corporation exempt from Federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue code of 1954 or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue law or (b) a corporation, contributions, to which are deductible under section 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 or any other corresponding provision of any future United States Internal revenue law.
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November 2000 October 2005 February 2013
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