New Senator Information

Congratulations on your election to the Senate! We look forward to working with you in the coming year. As you prepare to take on this new role, here is some helpful information that may help answer any questions you may have about the Senate and your role as a Senator. 

• Orientation for New Senators
• List of Current Senators
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
• Governing Documents - How the Senate Works
• Senate Brochure
• Senate Listservs: Senators are welcome to communicate with each other using the following listservs, which are organized by constituency:
  • Faculty Senators: senate-faculty@listserv.umd.edu
  • Staff Senators: senate-staff@listserv.umd.edu
  • Graduate Student Senators: senate-gradstudents@listserv.umd.edu
  • Undergraduate Student Senators: senate-ugrad@listserv.umd.edu

As you prepare for your first Senate meeting, please review the information provided on the Information for Senators page to learn more about Senate materials and expectations for Senators before a meeting. 

Please also take the time to make sure you have all the technology needed in order to participate and engage in a virtual meeting (access to Zoom and internet connection). 

New Senators will receive an invitation to an ELMS “course” - this invitation will be sent from University Senate Staff to immediately following your Welcome Letter. 

More information on rules and procedures on virtual Senate meetings can be found on the Information for Senators page.