The University Senate shall have the authority to recommend policies and procedures; issue appropriate approvals; collaborate, 咨询, 并与其他大学利益相关者团体及其成员进行沟通, as well as the administration; draw upon the services of all members of the university community; collect and disseminate information; and initiate and pursue inquiries unrelated to individual students or employees, 在其职权范围内的任何及所有事项.