The Classical Society of Japan

1. The association shall be called "The Classical Society of Japan" (hereinafter referred to as the Society).

2. The office of the Society shall be based at the Department of Greek and Latin classics, Kyoto University, Yoshidahonmachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto.

3. The objects of the Society shall be to advance classical learning and research in Japan, to make its achievements widely accessible, and to promote professional contacts and friendship among researchers.

4. The Society shall:
  (1) organize an annual general meeting (AGM),
  (2) publish a Journal of Classical Studies,
  (3) engage in collection and exchange of research material,
  (4) make arrangements for research meetings, lectures and similar activities,
  (5) promote a wider study of the Greek and Latin languages,
  (6) cooperate with classical associations overseas,
  (7) cooperate with the Science Council of Japan and other domestic associations,
  (8) engage in other activities necessary for the attainment of the above objects.

5. Membership in the Society shall be open to classicists or anyone interested in classical studies who agrees to the terms of this Constitution and cooperates in promoting the objectives of the Society.

6. There shall be the following categories of membership:
  (1) regular membership on payment of an annual membership fee of 8000 Yen.
  (2) sustaining membership applicable to those who support the Society through special contributions or donations.
  (3) in addition, honorary membership may be conferred in special circumstances.

7. The Journal of Classical Studies shall be distributed to members of the Society.

8. There shall be the following officers of the Society:
  (1) members of the Committee (approximately 30)
  (2) president (1)
  (3) members of the standing committee (10)
  (4) editors (12)
  (5) auditor (1)

9.
  (1) The Society shall be governed by the Committee. However, matters of particular importance shall be subject to the approval of AGM.
  (2) Members of the Committee shall be elected by the vote of the members of the Society.
  (3) Members of the Committee shall serve for a 3-year term after which they may be eligible for reappointment. Members over the age of 70 shall not be eligible for election.
  (4) The quorum of the Committee shall be two thirds of all its members. Decisions shall be made by majority vote of attending members.

10.
  (1) The President shall represent the Society and preside at the meetings of the Committee, standing committee, as well as editorial board meetings.
  (2) The President shall be elected by the votes of, and from among, the members of the Committee.
  (3) The President shall hold office for a term of three years, renewable for another term of three years on completion. He shall not serve for three successive terms; however reelection for a subsequent term shall be allowed, provided a period of at least three years will have elapsed since the completion of his second term.

11.
  (1) In carrying out their duties, members of the standing committee shall comply with the decisions of the Committee.
  (2) Members of the standing committee shall be elected by the votes of, and from among, the members of the Committee.
  (3) Members of the standing committee shall hold office for a term of three years, renewable for another term of three years on completion. They shall not serve for three successive terms; however reelection for a subsequent term shall be allowed, provided a period of at least three years will have elapsed since the completion of the second term.

12.
  (1) Editors shall be elected from among the members of the standing committee and approved by the Committee.
  (2) Editors shall hold office for a term of three years, renewable for another term of three years on completion. They shall not serve for three successive terms; however reelection for a subsequent term shall be allowed, provided a period of at least three years will have elapsed since the completion of the second term.

13. The auditor shall be elected from among the members of the Committee.

14. The Society shall hold an AGM once a year where a financial report shall be presented.

15. These regulations may be amended by the decision of the Committee, subject to approval at AGM.