University of Rochester
Leadership and advocacy for University of Rochester faculty.
The Faculty Senate is a University-wide representative body composed of elected faculty members from all schools and colleges at the University of Rochester. It serves as a forum to discuss, decide, and advise on matters affecting the faculty and the institution.
To promote the academic welfare and development of the University through shared governance and communication.
Review and recommend policies related to matters affecting the academic environment and faculty.
Address issues impacting faculty and the University.
Serve as a communication channel between the faculty, president, and provost, and board. Collaborate with student and staff governance and leadership.
Elect committees and conduct faculty governance elections. Design task forces and committees for faculty to recommend responses to issues arising.
Maintain confidentiality of Senate proceedings within the University.
Facilitate faculty representation in University governance.
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