What is a Constitution?
A constitution contains the fundamental principles that outline the purpose, structure, and limits of an organization. Essentially, the constitution provides a foundation upon which an organization operates.

Your constitution serves an important purpose for your organization. The process of writing a constitution should help to:

• Clarify your purpose
• Outline your basic structure
• Provide the cornerstone for building an effective group
• Allow members and potential members to have a better understanding of what the organization is all about and how it functions.

If you keep in mind the value of having a written document that clearly describes the basic framework of your organization, the drafting of a constitution will be a much easier and more rewarding experience.

What should I include in my Constitution?
A constitution should provide the structure for an organization, describe its purpose, and define the duties and responsibilities of the officers and members. The objective is to draft a document that covers these topics in a simple, clear, and concise manner.
The link below provides an outline of the information that should be included with a constitution. In addition is a link to the Constitution of the Associated Students of Snow College (to use as an example).

Guidelines for Writing a Constitution
The Constitution of the Associated Students of Snow College