Mission of the Faculty Senate

The Faculty Senate of the Lebanese American University (LAU) is the elected representative body of the faculty, entrusted with advancing shared governance and ensuring that faculty voices shape the University’s direction. The Senate deliberates and makes recommendations on major academic and institutional matters—for example, the creation of new academic programs or policies on faculty welfare and compensation.

Composed of 34 senators elected from across LAU’s schools and campuses, the Senate operates through plenary sessions and committees, and is led by its Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. Each year, it reports to the University faculty and provides input to the Board of Trustees, serving as the collective voice of faculty and a guardian of academic freedom and institutional excellence.

Word from the Chair of the Faculty Senate

The strength of a university lies not only in its history and achievements, but also in its ability to engage, adapt, and grow.

The Faculty Senate is the space where ideas converge, concerns are voiced, and solutions are crafted with both the well-being and development of faculty in mind. Our role extends beyond deliberation or the exchange of ideas. It is about building bridges between diverse perspectives and ensuring that every decision reflects the shared values of fairness, transparency, and academic excellence. In this spirit, the Senate upholds the principle of shared governance, where collaboration and mutual trust guide the future of our institution.

By empowering faculty, we nurture innovation and scholarship, creating an environment in which our students can truly thrive.

At LAU, we believe that lasting progress is achieved through collaboration. The Faculty Senate stands committed to safeguarding this spirit and to working tirelessly so that our institution continues to flourish for generations to come.

Dr. Eliane Choueiry
Professor of Human Genetics /Chair of Faculty Senate

Commitments from Senate Leadership