How can I get release time to participate in academic staff governance activities?
Wisconsin statutes authorize shared governance by faculty and academic staff. The Faculty Senate in 1987 passed a resolution supporting academic staff to participate in governance activities (see link to chancellor’s memo below). Academic staff members should speak with their immediate supervisor(s) to obtain release time to participate in academic staff governance activities. Please note that participation in academic staff governance during regular work hours may necessitate putting in extra hours outside of the normal 40-hour work week.
