Senate Mandate

The powers and responsibilities of the Senate shall be as follows:

Subject to the control and jurisdiction of the Corporation, to govern the academic work and life of the University.

To prepare and recommend plans and policies for the academic development of the University, including by way of example, the following:

  • areas of study,
  • organization of academic activities (such as faculties, divisions, programmes and departments),
  • graduate studies policy,
  • methods of teaching and study,
  • educational standards,
  • library and other academic services,
  • conduct of examinations,
  • recommending to Convocation the granting of all degrees in course,
  • nature of all scholarships, fellowships and awards,
  • admissions,
  • size and composition of faculty.

Meeting Dates 2023-2024

All meetings begin at 2:30 p.m.

2023

  • Friday, September 15
  • Friday, October 20
  • Friday, November 17
  • Friday, December 8

2024

  • Friday, January 19
  • Friday, February 23
  • Friday, April 12
  • Friday, May 17

Senate Documents

Senate Handbook 2022-23 (PDF)

Responsibilities of Departmental Chairpersons (PDF)
Senate 317 – April 23, 1990