Proposed Charge on Handling of Student Complaints: Faculty Senator David Hughes writes: "The union is now dealing with at least two grievances arising from student complaints handled poorly." Natalie Borisovets discussed the matter with Hughes, and writes that it "...does seem to be a legitimate area of concern. There are apparently a couple of cases where the AAUP has had to become involved because the lack of any recognized channels for student complaints resulted in things escalating way beyond what would seem to be necessary." Hughes proposes a charge "along the lines of":

Design a procedure for investigating student complaints against instructors, beginning at the department level, and, if necessary, escalating upwards from there.

Proposed Charge on Senate Standing Committee Structure and Standing Charges, submitted by Student Senator Justin Schulberg:

Consider and make recommendations for modifying the Senate's standing committee structure and/or charges. Consider whether the Senate should issue a standing charge to an existing committee or create a new committee to deal with issues concerning athletics, general health and wellness of the University community, and social issues facing the University. Consider other committee structure modifications that may be needed or proposed. [Note: Review of the standing committee structure was last undertaken in 2007.]

Senate Standing Committee Structure and Standing Charges
Response to Charge S-0801, Employee Professional and Personal Development