Welcome to the University Senate

The Purdue University Senate is the governing body of the Purdue faculty. Purdue University Senate exercises the legislative and policy-making powers assigned to the faculty. Subject only to review and check by the faculty by established procedures. Subject to the authority of the Board of Trustees, and in consultation with the president: has the power and responsibility to propose or to adopt policies, regulations, and procedures intended to achieve the educational objectives of Purdue University and the general welfare of those involved in these educational processes.

University Senate Leadership

• Chair - Natalie Carroll
• Vice Chair - Cheryl Cooky
• Secretary of Faculties - Joe Camp
• Steering Committee Chair - Jerry Shively
• Faculty Affairs Committee Chair - Deborah Nichols
• University Resources Policy Committee Chair - 
• Equity and Diversity Committee Chair - Audrey Ruple
• Educational Policy Committee Chair - Michael Harris
• Student Affairs Committee Chair - Chris Clifton
• Nominating Committee Chair - Fred Berry
• Advisory Committee Chair - Natalie Carroll
• Immediate Past Chair - Alberto J. Rodriguez