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. |