University Senate Bylaws Article V Section 3 Administrative Committees
A. The Administrative committees are defined as those committees and councils that are established by an administrator to assist and advise that administrator in carrying out his/her duties. If it is required that part of the membership be elected, elections for these committees shall be arranged by the Director of Legal Affairs. The administrator who establishes the committee shall convey any recommended policies or policy changes of that committee to the University Senate for consideration.
B. It shall be the duty of the Executive Committee to keep a current list of these administrative committees including their charge, membership, and the name of the administrator to whom they make recommendations.
In order for the Executive Committee to fulfill its duty, please provide the following information:
NOTE: There is no need to "register" departmental or school committees as they are not administrative committees
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V.Section2.C. Standing Committees. These committees shall have the following three functions (a) develop recommendations for new policy, (b) develop recommendations that revise existing policy, and (c) serve in advisory role, each applied in a manner consistent with the purposes and powers of the University Senate expressed in Article I. The inclusion of an appropriate vice president or designee is to improve committee effectiveness through communication and coordination with an appropriate administrator who has authority and responsibility for policy implementation in the general area addressed by the committee.
V.Section2.C.1. Academic Policy Committee
V.Section2.C.1.a. The Academic Policy Committee shall have thirteen (13) members distributed as follows: eleven (11) members selected from the Corps of Instruction faculty, at least seven (7) of which are elected faculty senators, one (1) member that is the Vice President of Academic Affairs or an individual appointed by the Vice President of Academic Affairs to serve as his/her designee, and one (1) member appointed by the University President.
V.Section2.C.1.b. The Academic Policy Committee shall be concerned with policy relating to undergraduate and graduate education matters that have broad impact or implication to the university as a whole, which includes, but is not limited to, policies relating to grading, scholastic probation and honors, academic appeals, academic standing, standards for admission, academic calendar, academic ceremonies, intellectual property, human subjects and research. This committee also provides advice, as appropriate, on academic procedural matters at the institution.
V.Section2.C.2. Curriculum and Assessment Policy Committee
V.Section2.C.2.a. The Curriculum and Assessment Policy Committee shall have thirteen (13) members distributed as follows: eleven (11) members selected from the Corps of Instruction faculty, at least seven (7) of which are elected faculty senators, one (1) member that is the Vice President of Academic Affairs or an individual appointed by the Vice President of Academic Affairs to serve as his/her designee, and one (1) member appointed by the University President.
V.Section2.C.2.b. The Curriculum and Assessment Policy Committee shall be concerned with policy relating to curriculum and academic assessment, which includes, but is not limited to, policies relating to general university degree requirements (e.g. General Education Curriculum, Foreign Language requirement, Wellness requirement), academic program assessment, and continuing education and non-degree programs. In addition to its policy recommending function, this committee shall be responsible for reviewing and approving proposals to create or deactivate certificates, concentrations, degree programs, and minors, as well as the periodic review of general education requirements and learning outcomes. This committee also provides advice, as appropriate, on procedural matters relating to curriculum and academic assessment.
V.Section2.C.3. Faculty Affairs Policy Committee
V.Section2.C.3.a. The Faculty Affairs Policy Committee shall have thirteen (13) members distributed as follows: eleven (11) members selected from the Corps of Instruction faculty, at least seven (7) of which are elected faculty senators, one (1) member that is the Vice President of Academic Affairs or an individual appointed by the Vice President of Academic Affairs to serve as his/her designee, and one (1) member appointed by the University President.
V.Section2.C.3.b. The Faculty Affairs Policy Committee shall be concerned with policy relating to faculty welfare (e.g. authorities, responsibilities, rights, recognitions, privileges, and opportunities), which includes, but is not limited to, policies relating to academic freedom, workload, compensation, recruitment, retention, promotion, tenure, recognitions, development, and instructional support. This committee also provides advice, as appropriate, on procedural matters that affect the welfare of the faculty.
V.Section2.C.4. Student Affairs Policy Committee
V.Section2.C.4.a. The Student Affairs Policy Committee shall have thirteen (13) members distributed as follows: six (6) members selected from the Corps of Instruction faculty, at least four (4) of which are elected faculty senators, two (2) members that are students serving on the University Senate, one (1) member that is an elected staff senator, one (1) member that is the Vice President of Student Affairs or an individual appointed by the Vice President of Student Affairs to serve as his/her designee, one (1) member that is a staff member nominated by Staff Council, one (1) member that is a student nominated by the Student Government Association, and one (1) member appointed by the University President.
V.Section2.C.4.b. The Student Affairs Policy Committee shall be concerned with policy relating to the general social, cultural, and practical welfare of students, which includes, but is not limited to, policies relating to non-academic areas such as conduct and discipline, grievances and non-academic appeals, financial aid, human services for students (e.g. health center, counseling), organizations, awards, intercollegiate athletics, and other extracurricular activities (e.g. Greek life, residence life, intramurals). This committee also provides advice, as appropriate, on procedural matters that affect the general social, cultural, and practical welfare of the students
V.Section2.C.5. Resources, Planning, and Institutional Policy Committee
V.Section2.C.5.a. The Resources, Planning, and Institutional Policy Committee shall have thirteen (13) members distributed as follows: six (6) members selected from the Corps of Instruction faculty, at least four (4) of which are elected faculty senators, three (3) members that are elected staff senators, one (1) member that is the Vice President of Business and Finance or an individual appointed by the Vice President of Business and Finance to serve as his/her designee, one (1) member that is a staff member nominated by Staff Council, one (1) member that is a student nominated by the Student Government Association, and one (1) member appointed by the University President.
V.Section2.C.5.b. The Resources, Planning, and Institutional Policy Committee shall be concerned with policy relating to non-instructional personnel (including administrative personnel) and institutional budget and planning functions, which includes, but is not limited to, policies relating to recruitment, hiring, evaluation, welfare and development as well as compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines (e.g. affirmative action, ADA, homeland security), and institutional support functions of the university (e.g. technology, parking) In addition, this committee shall review and provide advice on master planning, strategic planning, and budgeting processes and provides advice, as appropriate, on other procedural matters that affect the general welfare of the institution and its employees.