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The Administrative Faculty Senate
The Administrative Faculty Senate (AFS) is the sole legislative body representing all administrative faculty at Southern Connecticut State University, including SUOAF and Management/Confidential employees. The AFS provides a collective voice in the governance and policy-making decisions of the university and offers advice on all matters affecting its quality and mission directly to the University President.
Senators are elected by their peers and serve two-year terms, representing the interests of their colleagues across all areas of university administration. Most recently, the AFS developed a strategic plan focused on Advancing Accountability, Fostering Leadership, and Sustaining Governance, and hosted a campus forum on Southern's legacy in responding to challenges in higher education.
Membership & Service
Membership & Eligibility
Senate membership is open to all SUOAF and Management/Confidential employees of the university who are not current members of the President's Cabinet. The senate is composed of up to 10% of SCSU administrative faculty, with a maximum of 30 senators.
Full qualifications and duties are outlined in Article III of the AFS Constitution and Bylaws.
Senator Commitments
Each senator is expected to:
- Attend monthly Senate meetings
- Serve on at least one standing or special committee (e.g., Nominations & Elections, Sabbatical Leave, Budget)
- Bring non-union issues and concerns from colleagues and their areas before the Senate
Committee meetings occur periodically throughout the academic year.
The Nominations & Elections Process
Nominations
The AFS solicits senate nominations annually, typically in the spring. The nomination form is shared with eligible members via email. Self-nominations are strongly encouraged.
Candidates are invited to submit a brief bio that will appear on the election ballot. Nominations are accepted via the AFS Nominations Form and from the floor during the Nominations Meeting, after which the nomination period officially closes.
Elections
Elections are held electronically following the close of nominations. Eligible members receive an email invitation to vote via secure online ballot.
Results are announced ahead of the AFS Annual Meeting, held on or around June 15th. The Annual Meeting includes election of the Executive Board — President, Vice President, Treasurer-Trustee, and Secretary — and the President may appoint a Parliamentarian.
2026 Election
11:00 AM via Teams
11:00 AM via Teams
Lead Together, Succeed Together
We are seeking 15 Senators — new and returning — who can bring an administrative faculty perspective to campus leadership and shared governance. This is an opportunity to have a direct voice in the decisions that shape Southern's future.
Self-nominations are welcome, and you may also nominate a colleague. Once a nomination form is submitted, a member of the Nominations and Elections Committee will follow up with additional details.
2026 Meetings
📅 Informational Meeting — Thursday, April 9 at 11:00 AM
A virtual introduction to the Administrative Faculty Senate covering senator responsibilities and expectations, the nominations and elections process, and an open Q&A. All eligible members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
📅 Nominations Meeting — Thursday, April 30 at 11:00 AM
As required by the AFS Constitution, this virtual meeting officially closes the nomination period. Accepted nominations will be read to the AFS body, and additional nominations from the floor will be accepted. The electronic ballot process begins immediately following this meeting.