 Senate
Meetings
Tuesday during the
fall and spring semesters at
6PM in Harrison Hall
The Senate
gallery is open to all interested persons and the Senate
actively encourages members of the student body to attend
Senate and see their government in action.
In order to keep business
moving, ensure each Senator has time to speak, and to
keep order in the body. The Executive Vice President,
as chairman of the Senate, can, however, allow members
of the gallery to speak for a limited amount of time.
If you wish to speak before
Senate, please consult with the Executive Vice President
before the meeting.
Mission
Statement
To play a clearly defined and
significant role in the formation and application of
institutional policy affecting both academic and student
affairs of Miami University. This is undertaken for
the betterment of the student body.
In order to
fulfill this task, the Senate seeks to:
Provide communication and understanding
between the student body and the university.
Promote and further the educational
experience and opportunities of the student body by
working to expand student participation and involvement.
Coordinate activities, communication,
and services of general benefit to the student body.
Protect the individual rights and freedoms
of students.
Promote responsible student body conduct.
Provide an official and representative
student organization with the power to receive student
complaints, investigate student complaints, and participate
in decisions affecting students.
The Senate is dedicated to serving the
students of Miami University by initiating legislative
change in the university governance structure. The above
links will provide you with information on the Senate
and what it is doing to further your interests as students
at Miami University.
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