University of Toledo Faculty Senate Faculty Senate Meeting Minutes
The Faculty Senate meeting addressed several key institutional initiatives, including the integration of students transferring from Lourdes University and the upcoming rollout of the Simple Syllabus project. The Senate discussed the nomination process for the next academic year and reviewed guidelines concerning faculty workload. A substantial portion of the meeting focused on state-mandated 90-credit hour 'accelerated bachelor's degree' programs, debating their impact on academic requirements, competitiveness, and institutional resources. Additionally, there was an extensive review of new compliance requirements under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, specifically regarding the accessibility of electronic course materials, software, and digital content.