(Text of the flyer for University Senate for New Faculty Orientation 2005)

SHAPING THE FUTURE THROUGH  SHARED GOVERNANCE

Our Vision:  The University Senate envisions a university that celebrates an effective system of governance in which information is widely shared and understood, where every voice in the university community is heard and honored, and that actively involves all affected individuals in the decision-making process.

UNIVERSITY SENATE

What is the responsibility of the University Senate?

The University Senate is endowed with all the legislative powers and authority of the University Faculty and is the policy-making assembly at the Institution.

 Who are the members of the University Senate?

Thirty-six members represent the Corps of Instruction (faculty), six members are appointed by the University President, and six members serve by virtue of title.  Elected faculty members must have at least two years of service at GC&SU at the time they take office and are elected for two year terms.

 What issues have recently been passed by the University Senate?

· University Statutes: streamlining the Statutes to promote institutional autonomy

· Shared Leave Policy: In certain cases, leave time can be shared among employees

Visit the University Senate on the web

to learn about shared governance

at Georgia College & State University

http://us.gcsu.edu