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Educational Programs Committee of Senate (EPC)

The Educational Program Committee (EPC) is a standing committee established to fulfill the mandate of advising Senate on all matters related to educational programs and policies of Thompson Rivers University (TRU). The responsibilities of the committee include:

  • Advise Senate on all matters related to the educational programs of the University
  • Advise Senate on policies, practices and criteria for the admission, evaluation and promotion of students except for those matters within the jurisdiction of the Planning Council for Open Learning
  • Advise Senate on the criteria for awarding certificates, diplomas and degrees
  • Advise Senate on policies concerning student withdrawal from courses, programs or the University
  • Approve the processes for review and approval of curricular changes by the Councils of academic divisions
  • For those curricular matters delegated by Senate for decision by the Councils of the academic divisions, review the reports of the Councils and inform Senate
  • Resolve disputes between departments and academic divisions arising from the Instructional Programs Consultation Process and report the decisions to Senate
  • Consult the Budget Committee of Senate for advice on the budgetary implications of proposals for curricular changes when additional resources are required
  • For those curricular matters delegated by Senate for decision by the Educational Programs Committee, review for approval on behalf of Senate the proposals from the Councils of academic divisions and inform Senate
  • Review, consult with the Budget Committee and advise the Academic Planning & Priorities Committee on proposals for curricular change that require Senate approval
  • Periodically review the policies and practices for review and approval of curricular changes to ensure consistency and compliance with the goals of the University and with the powers and responsibilities of Senate and the Board
  • Submit to Senate an annual report of the University’s curricular changes
  • Advise Senate on the annual academic schedule
  • Establish such subcommittees as needed to fulfill the Committee’s responsibilities
  • Other duties as assigned by Senate


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