Academic Senate
News and Updates
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Provost’s Memo re: UCAR Review of Master’s Programs
See the link below for the latest memo from the USC Provost about a university-wide review of Master’s Programs: UCAR Review of Master’s Programs
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Fall Retreat: Shared Governance
Other articles in the September 2018 newsletter: President’s Blog: The Path Forward Fall Retreat: Gender Violence & Harassment The Ins and Outs of Senate Committees In her opening remarks at the Fall Senate Retreat, Interim President Wanda Austin talked about a new direction and a new vision of shared governance at USC. President Austin… Read…
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Fall Retreat: Gender Violence and Harassment
Other articles in the September 2018 newsletter: President’s Blog: The Path Forward Fall Retreat: Shared Governance The Ins and Outs of Senate Committees The second half of the Senate Retreat focused on “Gender Violence and Harassment.” A panel of three speakers was followed by four breakout sessions and report-backs. The goal of the panel… Read…
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President’s Blog: The Path Forward
Other articles in the September 2018 newsletter: Fall Retreat: Shared Governance Fall Retreat: Gender Violence & Harassment The Ins and Outs of Senate Committees Dear Faculty, Although recent events have been painful for many at USC, with the pain comes tremendous opportunity for positive change. There is enthusiasm about Interim President Wanda Austin, and… Read…
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The Ins and Outs of Senate Committees
Other articles in the September 2018 newsletter: President’s Blog: The Path Forward Fall Retreat: Shared Governance Fall Retreat: Gender Violence & Harassment Committees are the core of the Academic Senate, as the majority of Senate work is accomplished through their efforts. This year, the Academic Senate received more self-nominations for service than in any… Read…
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Teaching Evaluations Update
September 20, 2018 Dear Faculty Colleagues, Many of you are aware that changes are being introduced regarding teaching evaluations at USC. This process was initiated by the Academic Senate, and Faculty input has been sought in a number of ways over the last few years. In addition to working towards teaching excellence, there has… Read…
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Academic Senate Meeting with Presidential Search Advisory Committee
August 28, 2018 Dear Faculty Colleagues, As many of you have probably already read in the recent communication from Rick Caruso, Chair of the USC Board of Trustees, the presidential search is underway, and the Presidential Search Advisory Committee will be seeking opinions regarding the direction of USC as well as desired attributes of a new University President.… Read…