Penn State Berks Senate

The Penn State Berks Senate is the representative body of the faculty with authority on all matters that pertain to the academic interests of the College and on all educational matters that concern the faculties of the College. Among the matters within the legislative jurisdiction of the Penn State Berks Senate are:

  • Educational philosophy and policy
  • Instructional programs
  • Courses and programs of study
  • Academic admission standards
  • Graduation requirements
  • Scholarships and honors
  • Academic standards for intercollegiate athletic participation
  • Access to library and information systems for academic purposes

The Senate also acts as an advisory and consultative body to the Chancellor of the College and to the University on any matter that may affect the attainment of the educational objectives of the College.

Senate Meetings

Senate Meetings will be held in the Perkins Student Center Multipurpose room (unless noted). All meetings will take place from 12:15 - 1:15 PM. Senate meetings are open to all those who are interested, although only Senate members can vote.

Senate Roster (DOC) (Updated August 30, 2019)

Fall 2019 Semester Meeting Dates

All meeting times 12:15-1:15

Executive Committee

Monday, 16 September 2019
Monday, 14 October 2019
Monday, 4 November 2019

Senate Meetings

Wednesday, 23 September 2019 (MPR)
Monday, 21 October 2019 (Gaige 121)
Monday, 18 November 2019 (Gaige 121)

Spring 2020 Semester Meeting Dates

All meeting times 12:15-1:15

Executive Committee

Monday, 13 January 2020
Monday, 10 February 2020
Monday, 16 March 2020
Monday, 13 April 2020

Senate Meetings

Monday, 27 January 2020 (Gaige 121)
Monday, 24 February 2020 (MPR)
Monday, 30 March 2020 (MPR)
Wednesday, 20 April 2020 (MPR)

Please submit all committee minutes and other agenda items for Senate to the Secretary of the Senate at least one week before each meeting.

Penn State Berks Senate Officers and Committee Chairs

Senate Executive Committee

Jessica Schocker, Chair
Holly Ryan, Vice Chair
Colleen English, Secretary
Cliff Mauer, University Faculty Senator
Bob Zambanini, University Faculty Senator
Mike Bartolacci, University Faculty Senator
Mohamad A. Ansari, University Faculty Senator
Steve Snyder, University Faculty Senator
Matthew Rhudy, Senate Parliamentarian
Michelle Mart, Immediate Past Chair

Academic Affairs

Matthew Rhudy, Chair

Faculty Affairs

Holly Ryan, Chair

Intercollegiate Athletics

Praveen Veerabhadrappa, Chair

Physical Facilities and Safety

Allison Singles, Chair

Strategic Planning and Budget

Catherine Mello, Chair

Student Life

Thomas Lynn, Chair

Publications

Constitution and Standing Rules of the Penn State Berks Senate (updated April, 2015)

Penn State University Faculty Senate Web Page