University Faculty Senates

University faculty senates are representative bodies composed of faculty members who participate in governance and decision-making within a university. They serve as forums for discussing academic policies, curriculum development, faculty concerns, and institutional priorities. By providing faculty input and oversight, they help ensure that the university's operations align with academic standards, institutional goals, and the interests of both faculty and students. Faculty senates typically collaborate with university administration but maintain a degree of independence to advocate for academic integrity and shared governance.