CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS OF THE WASHINGTON, DC BRANCH

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR MICROBIOLOGY

Last modified 2006

ARTICLE I (NAME)

This Society shall be known as THE WASHINGTON, DC BRANCH OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR MICROBIOLOGY.

ARTICLE II (OBJECT)

The objective of this society shall be to further the progress of microbiology and related sciences, to bring together those interested in microbiology residing in the greater Washington, DC metropolitan area to demonstrate and to discuss data dealing with microbiology and related sciences, and to consider subjects of common interest.

ARTICLE III (MEETING)

1. This Society shall hold its meeting as such times and places as are designated by the executive committee the officers.

2. At least two regular membership meetings shall be held during the society YEAR.

3. Special meetings may be called by the president, with the approval of at least two officers of the executive committee, when a distinguished scientist who has contributed to the advancement of microbiology is available or when some matter of special importance may demand the attention of the Society.

ARTICLE IV (MEMBERSHIP)

1. There shall be four classes of members, ACTIVE, ASSOCIATE, LIFE, and STUDENT.