MIT Synbio:Constitution

Syn Bio for Undergradutes at MIT (SynBUM)

Note: Placeholder name because Jon said he liked it, and no one else commented :P

Purpose/ Mission Statement

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The purpose of [SYNBUM] is to communicate the potential, as well as ethical considerations of synthetic biology for the MIT community and beyond. Specifically, [SYNBUM] strives towards the following goals:

• Education and Outreach

  To generate interest and meaningful dialogue in the prospects of synthetic biology, its uses, and both scientific and ethical considerations; to further understanding of and exposure to the laboratory tools and process of synthetic biology; to connect with the MIT community and beyond to generate excitement for synthetic biology;

• Networking

  To provide opportunities for the undergraduate community to network with graduate students, professors, and industry leaders with similar interests in synthetic biology;

• Research and Academic Opportunities

  To provide the MIT undergraduate community unique opportunities in both coursework and research.

ASA Governance Clause

The [SYNBUM] agrees to abide by the rules and regulations of the Association of Student Activities, and its executive board. This constitution, amendments to it, and the by-laws of this organization shall be subject to review by the ASA Executive Board to insure that they are in accordance with the aforementioned rules and regulations.