Senate

The University Senate consists of members from Administration, all Faculties and Schools, staff, undergraduate and graduate students, representatives of Affiliated University Colleges and observers. It is responsible for the academic policy of the University.

Senate meetings are conducted in accordance with the Senate By-Laws, Adopted Policies and Procedures, and Rules of Order. If an item is not addressed in these documents, the American Institute of Parliamentarians Standard Code of Parliamentary Procedures (2nd edition) is used. Western faculty, staff, and students may access the Standard Code of Parliamentary Procedures via Western Libraries, available as an e-book. If Western community members wish to access a physical copy, please contact the Secretariat to make an appointment.