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Faculty Senate Executive Committee Actions
Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Report from the Chairs. Faculty Senate chair Kathleen Brown recapped a gathering of faculty held in October and offered other updates on matters being addressed by the tri-chairs on behalf of the Senate.

Reports from Constituencies. Professor Brown invited four SEC members to offer reports from their constituencies.

Promoting a Culture of Belonging at Penn. Professor Roy Hamilton moderated a discussion on strategies being utilized by Penn leaders to promote cultures of belonging in their schools. Guests who joined the discussion included Brighid Dwyer, SAS vice dean for academic excellence and engagement in the School of Arts and Sciences; Renita Miller, executive director of community engagement in the Wharton School; and Christopher Gary Simmons, director of student engagement & community building in the Weitzman School of Design.

Update from the Office of the President. President J. Larry Jameson offered remarks on current events at Penn and higher education. He then responded to questions posed by SEC members.