🎱 The Billiards Club at Cornell Tech

Mission: “The mission of The Billiards Club at Cornell Tech is to foster community, relaxation, and friendship through casual billiards play in an inclusive environment.”

About the Club

A friendly, laid-back group for anyone who enjoys playing pool. We mainly play 8-ball, but members are welcome to play other variations like 9-ball or straight pool. The goal is simple: relax, shoot some pool, and enjoy good company. This is not a competitive league; it’s all about having fun, learning the game, and meeting new people.

Website: cornellbilliardsclub.wordpress.com

General Info Document: View Document

General Information Presentation: View Presentation

Instagram: instagram.com/cornellbilliardsclub

What We Do

🏆 Play casual games of pool (mostly 8-ball).
🤝 Meet new people who share a love for billiards.
📚 Share tips and tricks (optional, no pressure).
🍻 Hang out in a relaxed, social setting.

Who Can Join?

Anyone who likes pool! Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned player, you’re welcome. All skill levels are encouraged to join in.

The club is committed to NON-DISCRIMINATION. Membership is open to all Cornell Tech / Jacobs Technion students, faculty, and staff regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or background.

When & Where

Location: Cornell The House roof (26th floor), local pool halls, or billiard clubs (rotating venues).
Schedule: Weekly or biweekly meetups, times decided by group consensus.

Club Guidelines

Respect all players.
Be fair and take turns.
Keep it casual, we’re here for fun, not competition.
Respect the venue and equipment.
Maintain a welcoming, inclusive environment for everyone.

Leadership

President: Aymaan Shaikh (M.Eng Computer Science ‘26)
- Organize events, communicate with members, represent the club to Cornell Tech Student Life.
Vice President: Abhinav Barat (M.S. Health Tech ‘27)
- Support event planning, manage communications and announcements, assist with member engagement.
Treasurer: Brandon Fagiolo (M.Eng Computer Science ‘26)
- Manage any funds, maintain transparent financial records, prepare budget requests if needed.
Board Member: Devki Veerareddy (M.S. Health Tech ‘27)
- Organizes events.
Faculty Advisor: Professor Kyra Gan

Term Length: One academic year (Sept 18, 2025 – May 15, 2026).

Note: No one may hold more than one position.

How to Join

Fill Out the New Member Form

Join the WhatsApp Group Chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LOT2Y7xz4Y7Cx5iR6uQvgz

Or just show up at one of our sessions! For updates, we’ll keep a simple group chat or mailing list (TBD).

Appendix & Policies

Risk Management & Liability Statement: View document
NON-DISCRIMINATION Statement: View document
Dissolution Clause: In the event the club becomes inactive, remaining funds will be returned to Cornell Tech Student Life in accordance with university policy.
Amendments: This document may be amended by a majority vote of active leadership members, with approval from the faculty advisor and Cornell Tech Student Life.
Affiliation Statement: The Billiards Club at Cornell Tech is a recognized student organization within Cornell Tech and has no formal affiliation with external billiards associations.

Q & A

Who is eligible to serve and remain as a leadership member (officer)?

Enrolled Cornell Tech or Jacobs students for the full term.
Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA (or per university policy).
Attend a majority of meetings/events and model club values.
No individual may hold more than one officer role at the same time.

How long is an officer’s term?

One academic year (Sept 18, 2025 – May 15, 2026). Officers may run again if eligible. If a mid-term vacancy occurs, leadership may appoint an interim officer until a formal election.

How are officers elected?

Self-nominations or peer nominations from active members.
Simple majority vote of active members present.
Leadership may review results to ensure fairness and policy compliance.

Can faculty, staff, or alumni serve as officers?

No. Only enrolled students may hold leadership positions. Faculty/staff may advise; alumni may join as associate members without voting or office-holding privileges.

What are leadership responsibilities?

President: Oversees operations, events, and Student Life relations.
Vice President: Event planning support, member communications, engagement.
Treasurer: Finance tracking, budgets, reimbursements.
Faculty Advisor: Mentorship, policy alignment, continuity.

What happens if a leader fails to meet expectations?

Leadership (with advisor input) may initiate a review and has final authority to issue warnings, suspend, or remove an officer. Member feedback is considered.

Member requirements & guests?

Open to Cornell Tech / Jacobs students, faculty, and staff.
No dues at this time; members follow club guidelines.
Guests welcome at leadership’s discretion; students have priority if space is limited.

How are club decisions made?

Active members may discuss and vote on key issues (events, amendments, elections) with a 50% quorum. Member votes are advisory, to ensure accountability and policy alignment, the leadership team (with Faculty Advisor input) has final say.

How are amendments approved?

Any member may propose changes. After discussion and an advisory member vote, final approval requires leadership and Faculty Advisor confirmation.

How are finances handled?

Treasurer maintains transparent records and reports at least once per semester.
All spending must be pre-approved by leadership.
Members may suggest allocations; leadership makes final budget decisions.

Conflicts & conduct

Members should resolve conflicts respectfully. If needed, leadership and the advisor will mediate. Leadership may take disciplinary action, including suspension or removal, for safety or conduct reasons.

Safety & liability

All members must follow the Risk Management & Liability Statement and Cornell policies. Leadership may end events early or restrict participation if safety concerns arise.

How will members stay updated?

Updates via group chat, mailing list, and the website. Leadership ensures equal access to event information.

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