USask Senate

Purpose Statement

As an influential part of the university governance process, the Senate serves as a window for observation and understanding between the university and the broader community. Members of Senate bring their professional, cultural and geographic knowledge in reflective opinions and perspectives to the institution’s various strategic, operational, local, and global challenges and opportunities.

These representative ambassadors undertake to consult with and seek inspiration from their constituents in order to boldly provide sound, relevant advice and leadership toward supporting the university’s its mission, vision, values and goals.

Committees

Members

The USask Senate is composed of 120 members:

  • the present and former chancellors
  • the president and vice-presidents of the university
  • the Minister of Advanced Education and the Deputy Minister
  • principals of federated and affiliated colleges, deans of colleges, and various other university leaders 
  • 14 elected district members
  • 14 elected members at large
  • six undergraduate students and one graduate student
  • representatives of various professional and cultural organizations in the province 

Responsibilities

Senate is the university’s window on the province and the province’s window on the university. Under The University of Saskatchewan Act, 1995, Senate is responsible for such things as:

  • confirming admission requirements on the approval of Council;
  • recommendations regarding the establishment or disestablishment of any college, school or department;
  • granting honorary degrees; and
  • non-academic student discipline.

Bylaws

Senate's responsibilities, procedures and regulations are outlined in the Senate Bylaws.

Honorary Degrees

Nominations for honorary degree recipients are accepted year-round and are reviewed by the Honorary Degrees Committee.

Orientation

An orientation to USask and its governance structure is provided to Senators brefore every Senate meeting. 

In addition to this, various resources are provided below to help orient Senators to their roles with USask. 

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