About Shared Governance
Shared Governance is the process by which the University community (i.e., faculty,
staff, administrators, alumni, and students) has the opportunity to influence decisions
on matters of policy and procedure, and/or an opportunity to present alternatives
on such matters. The objective of shared governance is to foster mutually reinforcing
relationships that expand the opportunities for cooperation and leadership while facilitating
judicious, yet creative, university governance.
Shared Governance includes issues of values, culture, management, and administration,
as well as operating frameworks, such as legislation, which are externally imposed.
The intent of this process is to balance efficiency and effectiveness with equity
and fairness.
Several documents about Shared Governance at ULM are available for download as a PDF.
NOTE: Both Principles and Procedures of Shared Governance documents are dynamic and may
be changed by any University standing committee. The President will seek input from
appropriate committees and the Faculty Senate, if appropriate, in accordance with
Shared Governance policies before changes are made to the documents.
Shared Governance