The Penn State Berks Faculty 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 004 Luerssen Science Building (unless otherwise noted). All meetings will take place from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Senate meetings are open to all those who are interested, although only Senate members can vote.

Senate Roster (Updated September 26, 2023)

2023-24 Semester Meeting Dates

All meeting times 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. in 004 Luerssen Science Building Building.

Executive Committee

  • Monday, October 23, 2023
  • Monday, November 27, 2023
  • Monday, January 29, 2024
  • Monday, March 11, 2024
  • Monday, April 8, 2024

Senate Meetings

  • Monday, October 2, 2023
  • Monday, October 30, 2023
  • Monday, December 4, 2023
  • Monday, February 5, 2024
  • Monday, March 25, 2024
  • Monday, April 15, 2024

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

  • Lorena Tribe, Chair
  • Colleen English, Vice Chair
  • Allison Singles, Secretary
  • Steve Snyder, University Faculty Senator
  • Dawn Pfeifer Reitz, University Faculty Senator
  • Jennifer Hilman, University Faculty Senator
  • Rungun Nathan, University Faculty Senator
  • Michelle Mart, Senate Parliamentarian
  • Holly Ryan, Immediate Past Chair

Academic Affairs
Alexey Prokudin, Chair

Faculty Affairs
Colleen English, Chair

Physical Facilities and Safety
Jeane Serrian, Chair

Strategic Planning and Budget
Matt Rhudy, Chair

Student Life
James Karlinsey, Chair

Ombudsperson
Nathan Greenauer
Ada Leung (alternate)

Publications

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

Penn State University Faculty Senate Web Page