Regional Advisory Councils
TRICAMERAL GOVERNANCE
STRUCTURE:
Overview
Regional Advisory Councils are one of the networks the University of Saskatchewan uses to
connect more closely with Saskatchewan communities. They:
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are located in Saskatchewan Senate Districts (see map)
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include representatives from many regional groups including health, education,
Aboriginal groups, business and industry, Chamber of Commerce, Regional Economic
Development Associations, municipal government and community based organizations
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are chaired by University of Saskatchewan Senators elected in each region
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liaise with multiple groups within the university about important community issues
Role
The role of Regional Advisory Councils is to:
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provide the University Senate a means to carry out its role to promote enhanced
communication with the public
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assist the university in identifying and implementing strategies to respond to the
communities it serves
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advise the university on matters pertaining to university policies, procedures, programs,
initiatives, etc.
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increase public awareness and act as an advocate for university programming and activities,
seek out new engagement initiatives, and provide feedback from the community
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provide a vehicle for consultation related to university programs and activities
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provide opportunities to build new partnerships with communities and sectors
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facilitate two-way communication with the public about the university’s academic
programs and research
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provide input into, and receive information from, the Senate Round Table on Outreach
and Engagement
In accordance with The University of
Saskatchewan Act, our university has a
Tricameral Governance Structure, which
means it has three governing bodies:
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Senate – responsible for public
issues, gives graduates, the
community and key stakeholders a
voice in university affairs
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The Board of Governors –
responsible for fiscal issues,
administers and manages property,
revenues and finances
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University Council – responsible
for academic issues, oversees and
directs the university’s academic
affairs with items ranging from
degrees, scholarships and
programs to evaluation, academic
dishonesty, admission, scheduling
and library policy
Senate Districts
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10 11 12 13 14 Estevan, Weyburn, Carlyle
Moose Jaw
Swift Current
Kenaston, Indian Head, Moosomin
Kindersley, Delisle, Lucky Lake
Wynyard, Esterhazy
Unity, Duck Lake, Watrous
Laloche, Green Lake, North Battleford
Melfort, Tisdale
Sandy Bay, Creighton
Prince Albert
LaLoche, Uranium City
Saskatoon
Regina
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Senate Round Table
Overview
OUTREACH:
In 2007, a Senate Round Table on Outreach and Engagement was created to support, lead, and
move forward the university’s outreach and engagement activities, as recommended in the
Foundational Document on Outreach and Engagement. The Senate Round Table works with
many groups, on and off campus, to carry out its mandate.
Role
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convene a university-community symposium on engagement, with broad participation
from many communities and parts of campus
honour and celebrate existing initiatives
build awareness and understanding of the concept of engagement
begin the process of identifying future areas of need and priority
inviting leading public scholars to share their experiences in outreach and engagement
sponsor community lectures and/or workshops
sponsor clinics to support the work of faculty involved in outreach and engagement
activities
undertake and support initiatives to reward faculty for outreach and engagement activities
report annually to the university and external communities on progress toward becoming a
fully engaged institution
Membership
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Outreach is a process that brings
together the best of what the university
and the community have to offer, for
the enrichment of both. It is scholarly
and professional practices – teaching,
research and service – that involve
individuals and organizations outside the
traditional boundaries of campus.
ENGAGEMENT:
Building on our accomplishments, the
University of Saskatchewan is pushing
forward to become fully ‘engaged,’
an institution that distinguishes itself
by integrating teaching and research,
campus and community, and students
and staff in focused, collaborative
endeavors.
4 members of Senate (chairs of Regional Advisory Councils)
4 members of the General Academic Assembly appointed by University Council
4 staff members involved in outreach and engagement
4 community leaders
1 graduate student representative appointed by the Graduate Students’ Association
1 undergraduate student representative appointed by the U of S Students’ Union
Chair (University President)
Secretary (Vice-President of University Advancement or designate)
Working Together with Regional Advisory Councils
As the farthest-reaching community networks, Regional Advisory Councils serve as a “window
on the province” for the university. The Senate Round Table will work together with Regional
Advisory Councils to promote community-university engagement. Communication will flow
freely between both groups and information will be reported back to Senate.
Regional
Advisory Councils
Board of Governors
Financial Issues
Senate
Round Table
Senate
Public Issues
University Administration
University Council
Academic Issues
MORE INFORMATION:
University Communications
501 – 121 Research Drive
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK S7N 1K2
Phone: (306) 966-6607
Fax: (306) 966-6815
Email: communications@usask.ca
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