Faculty Senate

Short Definition

Faculty Senate is a governing body made up of faculty members responsible for making academic policy decisions at a college or university.

In-depth Overview

Faculty Senate

Long definition: The Faculty Senate, also known as the Academic Senate or Senate of Professors, is a governing body within a university or college that represents the interests of the faculty members. It plays a vital role in shaping academic policies, curriculum development and various aspects of institutional governance. The Faculty Senate acts as a liaison between the teaching staff and the university administration, advocating for academic excellence and shared governance principles.

Etymology: The term "senate" has its roots in ancient Rome, where it referred to a deliberative assembly of elected officials. In the context of academia, it signifies a body of faculty members who convene to discuss and make decisions related to educational matters.

Synonyms or related academic terms: Academic Senate, Senate of Professors, Faculty Council, Faculty Assembly.

Examples of Use:

• The Faculty Senate voted in favor of implementing a new interdisciplinary program in environmental studies.
• Professor Johnson was elected as the chairperson of the Faculty Senate for the upcoming academic year.
• The Faculty Senate held a meeting to review and propose revisions to the university's tenure policies.

Translations:
Spanish: Senado de la Facultad
French: Sénat des Professeurs
German: Fakultätssenat
Italian: Senato Accademico
Portuguese: Senado da Faculdade
Japanese: 学部教授会 (Gakubu Kyōju-kai)
Chinese (Simplified): 教务委员会 (Jiàowù Wěiyuánhuì)
Hindi: फैकल्टी सेनेट (Phaikaltī Senēṭ)

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Faculty Senate

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Miscellaneous higher education terms > University administrative divisions

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