Feb. 23, 2022
Applications now open for U91快色 Senate positions
The 91快色 is seeking new members to join its Senate. Connecting U91快色 to the community, Senators serve as ambassadors of the university, sharing its accomplishments and raising the profile of the institution.
Every year, U91快色 seeks new senators to help share the university鈥檚 story of education, research and innovation. There are currently eight senate positions available, with the new Senators beginning their three-year terms on July 1, 2022.
鈥淭he Senate plays a pivotal role in our university community, connecting U91快色 with our many stakeholders,鈥 says U91快色 Chancellor Deborah Yedlin, who is also chair of the Senate. 鈥淓lected members of Senate bring important perspectives and experience that support the Senate's mission to be a visible advocate for U91快色 throughout the 91快色 community.鈥
In addition to representing the university within their networks, Senators fulfil a range of important roles. This includes recruiting and selecting the chancellor 鈥 a process currently underway with Yedlin soon to end her term 鈥 engaging in student mentorship, and presenting events such as the annual Lecture of a Lifetime.
Paula Bernat, U91快色 Senator and chair of the Senator Development committee, says being a member is great way to give back to the community.
鈥淭he university is a vital part of our city and being a Senator gives me a meaningful way to engage with the university community,鈥 says Bernat. 鈥淲e鈥檙e working towards an exciting new chapter in post-secondary education that鈥檚 accessible and community-focused and it鈥檚 amazing to be part of that.鈥
The Senate is chaired by the chancellor and is made up of 62 members, including 30 elected members from the community. If you know someone who would make a great Senator, encourage them to apply now.