Welcome to the Faculty Council Website
The Faculty Council serves as the chief representative body of the faculty. Its membership includes elected and appointed faculty members representing all nine of Emory's schools and colleges.
About UsThe Faculty Council is not scheduled to meet during the summer months and will reconvene in September. Meeting dates, committee rosters, and materials will be shared ahead of the fall semester. We look forward to your continued engagement.
At a Glance
Find upcoming meetings, learn about our leadership, and take part in Faculty Council activities.
About Us
The Faculty Council serves as the chief representative body of the faculty. Its membership includes elected and appointed faculty members representing all nine of Emory's schools and colleges.
Council members are called on to:
- Consider and make recommendations to the president concerning the academic affairs of the university
- Review all changes in existing policies or the establishment of new policies related to matters of general interest to the university faculty
- Monitor and review the terms and conditions of faculty employment, the state of facilities, policies that affect scholarship and teaching, budgetary commitments, general financial condition of the university, and relationship between faculty and administration
- Consider suggestions and address problems and concerns raised by any recognized faculty group
During the academic year, the Faculty Council holds monthly meetings and shares minutes online. Committees address issues related to specific topics.
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Governance Groups
The Faculty Council is one of several governance groups on campus that also include:
- Staff Council
- University Senate
- Graduate Student Government Association
- Student Government Association
- Oxford Student Government Association
Consult the Office of the Secretary's website for more information about university governance.