The University of California has a system of "shared governance" whereby the faculty share in the decision making on campus. Certain academic titles, as defined by The Regents, play a major role in the shared governance of the institution.
APM 210 - Professor Series - Appointment and Advancement, Review and Appraisal Committees
APM 220 - Professor Series - Appointment and Promotion
UCD 220 - Professor Series - Academic Senate Review and Advancement
Titles include:
- Professor Series (APM-220/UCD-220)
- Professor of Teaching Series (APM 285)
- Professor In Residence Series (APM-270)
- Professor of Clinical ___(e.g., Medicine) Series (APM-275/UCD-275)
- Acting Associate Professor and Acting Professor (APM-235)
Some responsibilities of Senate Membership
- Voice in determining academic policy
- Determines admission and granting of degree requirements
- Authorizes and supervises courses and curricula
- Advises the administration on faculty appointments and advancements
- Advises the administration on academic planning
- Participates in grievance resolution and oversight of faculty code of conduct
Academic Senate: Frequently Asked Questions