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Faculty Senate
University Library 2.111A
Edinburg Campus
Email: faculty.senate@utrgv.edu
Phone: (956) 665-7000
Phone Alt: (956) 882-6590

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Athletics Council

Purpose The primary purpose of the Athletic Council is to provide oversight to ensure compliance with the provisions set forth by the UT system, institution, conference, and NCAA Division I rules and regulations. UTRGV also has an Athletic Council that reports to the president. The primary purpose of the Athletic Council is to discuss, review, recommend, and provide oversight for assuring compliance with athletic policies and procedures in accordance with the provisions outlined in UTRGV's Handbook of Operating Procedures, NCAA Division I rules and regulations, and conference constitution, bylaws, and rules. The Athletic Council is chaired by the faculty athletics representative who reports directly to the president. Faculty members are nominated by the Faculty Athletic Representative and appointed by the president for two-year terms. Reappointments may be made for a maximum of one consecutive term. Community members are appointed by the president and serve at his discretion. 

More Information: Website 

Chair: Dr. Margaret Graham 

Distinguished Speaker Series Committee

The committee aims to provide the university and surrounding community with world-class speakers and lecturers. 

More Information: Website 

Chair: TBD 

Campus Connect Committee

Campus Connect will work to promote greater consistency in programs and services of all types for students, faculty, and staff across UTRGV’s multiple campuses. To do this, the committee will examine academic programs; recruitment, retention, and completion; campus life; and administrative services. 

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Alma Mater and Fight Song Committee

The committee will develop a formal proposal for the creation of UTRGV’s Alma Mater and Fight Song. The committee will provide a recommendation for the selection of music and lyrics that appeal to the culture of the institution. 

More Information: website  

Handbook of Operating Procedures Committee

The committee has responsibility for conducting review of new or amended policies for the UTRGV Handbook of Operating Procedures (HOP). The HOP contains policies and procedures for the governance of the university, as required by the UT System Regents’ Rules (Rule 20201: Presidents, Sec. 4.9). 

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Parking and Traffic Advisory Committee

The purpose of the Parking & Traffic Advisory Committee (PTAC) is to review parking and traffic regulations and to develop recommendations for revisions in these regulations as are necessary to an efficient parking and traffic system as it relates to differential parking zones, parking fees, penalties for violations of regulations, arrangements for bicycles, motorcycles, and pedestrian traffic. 

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Pride and Traditions Committee

The purpose of this committee is to establish and carry events and university traditions through time and build Vaquero spirit and pride. 

 
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Research and Educational Technology Committee

The purpose of the Research and Educational Technology Committee (RETC) is to recommend and prioritize technology initiatives to support research and educational technologies across campus. The committee will provide directional leadership for the University’s research capabilities, learning management system, lecture capture, teaching and collaboration tools and classroom technology tools. It will also identify medical education and other technologies to meet the specific needs of the School of Medicine. In addition, this committee will create long-term master plans and roadmaps that include new initiatives, upgrades and retirements of solutions that are no longer needed. 

More Information: Website  

Student Service Fee Advisory Committee

The purpose of the Student Fee Advisory Committee (SFAC) is to advise the university president on the allocation of the student services fee.  

More Information: TBD 

Student Union Advisory Board

The purpose of the Student Union Advisory Board (SUAB) is to advise the administration regarding the use of Student Union fees as prescribed by statute, to recommend general and specific policies, to guide the programming officers and committees, and to advise operating departments. 

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Title IX Committee

The Title IX Committee was created to give students, faculty and staff the opportunity to address equity-related issues on campus. The Title IX Committee assists the University Title IX Coordinator with respect to the University’s Title IX compliance efforts and provides the University with advice on promoting a campus culture of respect and responsibility and in identifying and deploying effective measures to prevent and address sexual misconduct.  

More Information: Website 

University Food Services Advisory Committee

The purpose of the University Food Services Advisory Committee is to ensure compliance with Section 51.945 of the Texas Education Code, which requires the institution to obtain meaningful input from students regarding the qualifications for, and the award or renewal of, a contract for any vendor of food services engaged principally to serve students faculty and staff, or to provide campus-wide vending for food or beverage products. 

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University Recreation Advisory Committee

The purpose of the University Recreation Advisory Committee is to maintain a communication link between Wellness and Recreational Sports participants (Intramural, Open Recreation, Sports Clubs, Special Events/Outreach, and Fitness/Wellness) and the management staff in order to obtain advice and assistance by maximizing the efficient and effective use of the wellness and recreational resources at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. The committee serves as the spokesperson on suggested issues pertaining to facilities, programs, and services offered to the University community. 

More Information: Website 

IT Architecture and Infrastructure Committee

The Committee Charter defines the purpose, membership and scope of the IT Architecture and Infrastructure Committee.  

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Operational IT and Data Committee

The Committee Charter defines the purpose, membership and scope of the Operational IT and Data Strategy Steering Committee. 

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Data Governance Committee

The Committee Charter defines the purpose, membership and scope of the Data Governance Committee. 

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Administrative Service Committee

The Committee Charter defines the purpose, membership and scope of the Administrative Services Committee. 

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International Programs Advisory Committee

The Office of International Programs and Partnerships contributes to the core priority of student success through the creation of study away and study abroad programs.  

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Strategic Plan Steering Committee

The Strategic Planning Committee and work with an outstanding group of colleagues that helped develop and design UTRGV’s first strategic plan, which will establish a strong foundation for what is to become “one of the nation’s leaders in higher education, its premier Hispanic-serving institution, and a highly engaged bilingual university, with exceptional educational, research, and creative opportunities that serve as catalysts for transformation in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond” (proposed UTRGV Vision). 

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International Oversight Committee

The University is committed to the safety and well-being of its students, faculty, and staff. While travel to certain regions is restricted because of safety risks, instability, or other reasons, in some cases the University may grant an exception.  

More Information: Website 

Scholarships and Enrollment Communications

The Scholarship and Enrollment Communications Office is here to help by providing you with information about scholarship programs, the application process and to assist you with any other questions regarding scholarships. 

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Undergraduate Recruitment

With campuses throughout the Valley, UTRGV empowers successful futures, enhances daily life, and lets our region shine as a global innovator in higher education, bilingual education, health education, biomedical research, and emerging technology that inspires positive change. 

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College Assistant Migrant Program

Through intensive academic services, personal guidance and financial assistance, CAMP helps students transition from high school to college and develop the skills necessary to succeed at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. 

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Deans of Students-Judicial Hearing Officer

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Deans of Students-Behavior Intervention Team

Student Rights and Responsibility (SRR) guides and supports students in addressing a broad spectrum of issues that may act as barriers to their success.

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Deans of Students-CARE Team

Reaching out demonstrates care and helps connect students to campus resources, which plays an important role in supporting student success.

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Workforce Development Advisory Committee

We think that the Workforce Development Innovation (WDI) challenge holds the key. Companies that meet the criteria will receive the WDI award recognized by the community and industry leaders. 

More Information: Website 

Tree Campus USA Committee

To accomplish our goal we have diversified our efforts through several multi-platform strategies that enable us to reach our students, our faculty and staff, and our community. 

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Sustainability Across the Curriculum Committee

We seek to engage and unite every corner of the university to create an environment in which all members of the campus community are generating knowledge, acquiring skills, developing values, and initiating sustainable practices in their personal and professional lives. 

More Information: Website

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