Faculty Senate

Purpose

The purpose of Faculty Senate is to represent faculty; to serve as liaison between the represented divisions and campuses in disseminating information and soliciting responses; to provide responsive leadership for the faculty body; to participate on all appropriate administrative councils; to initiate, formulate, discuss, and recommend policies and procedures related to the welfare of the College and the development of the academic unit; and to analyze, report, and advise the President of the College (and through him/her the Tennessee Board of Regents) on College policies and procedures in areas of primary concern.

The Preamble

The role of the faculty, through its Faculty Senate and its committees, is central to the governance, development, and improvement of Walters State Community College. Therefore, the Senate participates fully and actively in determining all College policies related to academic matters and to faculty welfare. To achieve these goals, the Faculty Senate supports the mission of the College by adhering to the articles outlined in this Constitution.