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  • Faculty Senate Meeting 2018
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Welcome to the website of the Faculty Senate.

The Faculty Senate is the primary representative body of the faculty and the principal forum for expressing faculty perspectives on issues of broad academic and institutional importance. Within the University’s shared governance structure, the Senate’s role is representative, consultative, and advisory, providing a formal mechanism for faculty voice on matters affecting the academic enterprise, while acknowledging that final decision-making authority rests with University Administration and the Board of Trustees. 

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The University of South Alabama recognizes the inherent value of democracy and shared governance. Through elected representation, faculty senators work with students and administrators to achieve the highest standards of university excellence. The Faculty Senate raises a collective voice to communicate faculty concerns and to help shape university policy. The Faculty Senate advocates for student needs and partners with the Student Government Association to achieve mutual goals. Please explore the materials on this site to learn more about the activities of the Faculty Senate.