101 - Shared Governance Model
Title: |
Shared Governance Model |
Owner: |
Office of The Provost |
Last Updated/Revised: |
05/01/2024 |
Policy: United States University is committed to shared governance and believes it to be a fundamental ingredient of a healthy academic institution and an essential right and responsibility of a scholarly community. The tasks of governance are apportioned and delegated within the structures approved by the Board of Trustees. The interdependence and cooperation of administration, Faculty, and the Board of Trustees are essential to legitimate and effective governance.
United States University Governance model is committed to supporting:
- the faculty's fundamental role in making academic decisions,
- the protection of legitimate faculty aspirations,
- the existence of clear and varied channels of communication that are understood by all constituents,
- the implementation and preservation of academic standards,
- the promotion of the welfare of the students.
Committees Included in Governance
Presidents Council
University Council
Faculty Senate
College Curriculum Committee
Assessment Committee
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
Purpose:T he purpose of this policy is to explain USU's policy regarding shared governance.
Scope: This policy applies to all USU constituents.
Documents and Forms: None