Functions of the Faculty Senate

In accordance with the Preamble and Article 7.3 of the university Constitution and the stated commitment to university
governance as a shared process, the Faculty Senate shall serve the following purposes:

1. To promote the representation of the faculty in the governance of the university;

2. To encourage active faculty participation in the development of university policies and procedures;

3. To discuss and recommend as a Faculty Senate policies affecting the university as a whole;

4. To promote the welfare of the faculty and the university.

For details see Constitution and Bylaws of Northern Illinois University.