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Makefile

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+all: 
+	latex sig-handbook.tex
+	pdflatex sig-handbook.tex

README.md

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+# SIG Handbook
+
+Looking for the latest valid SIG Handbook? You should visit [the releases page](https://github.com/compsoc-edinburgh/sig-handbook/releases/latest).
+
+## Compilation
+Run `make` to generate the PDF and DVI files. You can use `xdvi sig-handbook.dvi&` to view the DVI file.

sections/amendments.tex

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+\section{Amendments and Review}
+\begin{enumerate}
+\item This handbook may be amended by a two-thirds majority vote of the CompSoc committee, which includes SIG leaders. This requires a two-thirds majority among both present SIG leaders and present core committee members.
+\item The CompSoc committee shall review this handbook periodically to ensure it remains relevant and effective.
+\item Any substantive changes to this handbook will be communicated to all SIG leaders.
+\end{enumerate}

sections/code-of-conduct.tex

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+\section{Code of Conduct}
+\begin{enumerate}
+\item SIG members who violate the EUSA Society Code of Conduct may be subject to disciplinary action to be decided on by the elected CompSoc Committee in a majority two-thirds vote.
+\end{enumerate}

sections/communication-branding.tex

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+\section{SIG Communication and Branding}
+\begin{enumerate}
+\item SIGs must acknowledge their affiliation with CompSoc as a Special Interest Group on their website and communication channels.
+\item SIGs should use CompSoc's communication channels to promote their events and activities to a wider audience.
+\item It is recommended that SIGs bridge the general and announcement channels of their SIG discord servers to a dedicated channel in the CompSoc discord server to help boost engagement.
+\item The CompSoc Graphic Designer is available to provide support on branding and promotional materials.
+\item SIGs must notify the CompSoc Secretary at least 72 hours prior to events if they wish to be featured in CompSoc announcements. If they wish to be featured in the weekly CompSoc newsletter, the Secretary should be notified before midnight on Friday (as the newsletter is sent out on Sundays).
+\end{enumerate}

sections/dispute-resolution.tex

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+\section{Dispute Resolution}
+\begin{enumerate}
+\item SIG leaders should attempt to resolve any internal disputes within their SIG.
+\item If a dispute cannot be resolved by the SIG leadership, the CompSoc Vice President or other elected committee members can mediate and assist in resolving the issue.
+\end{enumerate}

sections/events-activities.tex

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+\section{SIG Events and Activities}
+\begin{enumerate}
+\item SIGs are encouraged to organize events and activities that align with their purpose and CompSoc's mission.
+\item SIGs should strive to be open, inclusive communities that welcome and support all interested students, regardless of their skill level or prior involvement. 
+\item SIGs must adhere to all relevant university and EUSA policies and regulations when hosting events.
+\end{enumerate}

sections/finances-resources.tex

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+\section{SIG Finances and Resources}
+\begin{enumerate}
+\item SIGs may seek their own sponsors, and any funds received will be allocated to that SIG, managed within the SIG’s or CompSoc’s bank account.
+\item Funds raised by SIGs through sponsorships, event ticket sales, or other means shall be allocated to the SIG and can be spent at the SIG's discretion. These funds may be transferred to the SIG's bank account (if one exists).
+\item SIGs can request additional funding from CompSoc for relevant events and activities
+on top of sponsorship funding that they have secured.
+
+\end{enumerate}

sections/introduction.tex

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+\section{Introduction}
+This handbook serves to outline the policies of cooperation between Special Interest Groups (SIGs) and CompSoc. The purpose of this handbook is to ensure consistency in how SIGs operate and to clarify the support and resources CompSoc provides to SIGs.
+\\ \\
+The CompSoc Vice President serves as the point of contact between SIGs and the CompSoc committee\footnote{The CompSoc committee is comprised of the elected CompSoc committee and SIG leaders}. Therefore, if you are unsure
+whom to contact, the Vice President should be your first point of contact. Otherwise, reaching
+out to the relevant committee member is recommended.

sections/leadership-representation.tex

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+\section{SIG Leadership and Representation}
+\begin{enumerate}
+\item Each SIG should designate a leader who will oversee the management and operations of the SIG.
+\item SIG leaders \textbf{should} attend CompSoc SIG meetings.
+\item If a SIG leader is unable to attend a meeting, they should attempt to designate another member of the SIG committee to attend and vote on behalf of the SIG.
+\item Each SIG has one vote on any committee decision.
+\item If disagreements about SIG leadership occur, the CompSoc Vice President or other elected committee members can mediate and assist in resolving the issue.
+\end{enumerate}

sections/other-provisions.tex

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+\section{Other provisions}
+Please see the CompSoc constitution (section 3) for procedures surrounding the creation, dissolution and management of SIGs.

sections/renewal.tex

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+\section{SIG Renewal}
+\begin{enumerate}
+\item SIGs should provide the CompSoc committee with an annual update on their membership, activities, and plans for the upcoming year.
+\item The CompSoc committee may vote to dissolve an SIG if it becomes consistently inactive.
+\end{enumerate}

sig-handbook.tex

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+\documentclass{article}
+\usepackage[T1]{fontenc}
+\usepackage[british]{babel}
+\usepackage[a4paper]{geometry}
+\usepackage{microtype}
+\usepackage{csquotes}
+\usepackage{hyperref}
+\usepackage{enumitem}
+\usepackage{xcolor}
+\usepackage{graphicx}
+\title{SIG Handbook}
+\author{CompSoc committee}
+\date{10th June 2024}
+\begin{document}
+\maketitle
+\tableofcontents
+\newpage
+\input{sections/introduction.tex}
+\input{sections/leadership-representation.tex}
+\input{sections/events-activities.tex}
+\input{sections/finances-resources.tex}
+\input{sections/communication-branding.tex}
+\input{sections/code-of-conduct.tex}
+\input{sections/dispute-resolution.tex}
+\input{sections/renewal.tex}
+\input{sections/other-provisions.tex}
+\input{sections/amendments.tex}
+\vfill
+CompSoc $\heartsuit$ \LaTeX
+\end{document}