Inside Senate: September 2026
The Senate met in person on September 18, 2026. Here are some highlights from the meeting:
Senate Welcomes New Members
Senate ratified the appointments of seven Senators beginning new terms:
- 1 Alumni Representative
- 3 Faculty Member Representatives
- 1 Contract Instructor Representative
- 2 Undergraduate Student Representatives
Cyclical Program Review Approved
Senate approved the Final Assessment Report and Executive Summary arising from the cyclical review of the Joint Graduate Programs in Environmental Engineering.
Admissions Suspended for Two Programs
Senate was informed of the suspension of admissions for Fall 2027 to the following programs:
- Chemistry with Concentration in Chemical Toxicology
- Chemistry with Concentration in Nanotechnology
These suspensions are being undertaken alongside plans to introduce new Chemistry streams as alternative pathways. Unless otherwise indicated, admissions will be suspended for two admission cycles.
Next Steps Regarding Proposed Revisions to the Academic Integrity Policy
Senate approved a process for further consideration of the proposed revisions to the Academic Integrity Policy. The policy’s feedback will pass through the University Governance Secretariat for review and synthesis before going to the Provost and the Senate Committee on Curriculum, Admission, and Studies Policy (SCCASP) for consultation. The policy will then be referred to the Senate Academic Governance Committee (SAGC) to review governance-related matters. Finally, SAGC will bring forward any recommended revisions to Senate for consideration.
Senate Receives Annual Committee Reports
Senate received annual reports from several Senate committees, including:
- Senate Student Academic Integrity Appeals Committee
- Senate Undergraduate Studies Committee
- Senate Committee on Student Awards
- Senate Graduate Student Appeals Committee
Next Meeting: October 23, 2026
The full meeting schedule, associated meeting materials and minutes will be available on the Senate website. Meeting minutes are posted once they are approved at the subsequent meeting.