Bylaws (2016 Second Edition)
(Adopted August 10, 2012; revised October 15, 2016)
Chapter 1 – General Provisions
Article 1
The North Carolina Chapter of the Zhejiang University Alumni Association in North America, abbreviated as “ZJUAANC” or “the Association,” is officially named in English as “Zhejiang University Alumni Association North Carolina Chapter.”
Article 2
The Association is a voluntary, non-profit, social organization formed by Zhejiang University alumni primarily from North Carolina and surrounding states. The legal representative is the current President of the Council. The Association is registered in North Carolina. Its official website is https://zjuaanc.org and official contact email is contact@zjuaanc.org.
Article 3
The purpose of the Association is to strengthen connections among ZJU alumni in North Carolina and surrounding areas, provide services and assistance, promote exchanges with the university, and uphold Zhejiang University’s motto of “Seeking Truth and Pursuing Innovation.”
Article 4
The Association is the North Carolina chapter of the Zhejiang University Alumni Association in North America.
Chapter 2 – Mission
Article 5
The primary mission is to unite and serve alumni in North Carolina and surrounding areas.
Article 6
Work scope includes alumni activities, university liaison, talent and investment attraction, and cultural/educational exchanges.
Chapter 3 – Membership
Article 7–11
Membership conditions, rights, and obligations follow the same principles as later editions: voluntary participation, support of bylaws, alumni definition per university and alumni association records, and standard liability disclaimer for a non-profit voluntary organization.
Chapter 4 – Organizational Structure and Responsibilities
Article 12–16
The Council consists of council members elected for two-year terms (renewable once). Key departments: Finance, Information/IT, Events, and Liaison. One-person one-vote, democratic election of President and Vice Presidents, with the First Vice President typically succeeding the President. Provisions for voting procedures, rights, and obligations of the Council are defined.
Chapter 5 – Supplementary Provisions
Article 17–18
Uncovered matters handled per law or Council decision. Bylaws effective upon adoption.
Second Edition – Revised October 15, 2016
Zhejiang University Alumni Association of North Carolina