Ohio Administrative Code
Title 3357:15 - Stark State College
Chapter 3357:15-15 - Internal and External Communication
Section 3357:15-15-03 - Shared governance and internal communication

Shared governance is a decision-making and communication process aligned with the college's strategic plan and committed to the advancement of our students, college, and mission. It ensures every employee and student a voice in college policy directly or through elected and appointed cabinet or standing committee representatives. It provides employees and students the opportunity to participate jointly in developing new and reviewing existing policies and procedures, with the understanding that all policies are forwarded to the board of trustees at the discretion of the president for final approval. Shared governance requires a respect for divergent opinions, a sense of mutual trust, and a willingness to work together for the well-being of the college. It supports the establishment of communication channels, processes, and procedures that will provide for accurate and routine dissemination of information to the various constituencies of the college community. The shared governance model and communication flow chart found in appendix C to this rule are integral parts of the shared governance and internal communication process for Stark state college.