University Life Council (ULC)

About the ULC

The University Life Council is responsible for the quality of university life outside of the formal instruction program, which is recognized to have significant impact on the overall educational experience. In addition, this group will recommend policies to the Senate governing university community conditions that affect the overall health, safety and wellbeing of students, faculty and staff. For further information, please refer to the Charter of the University Senate, Section X.9.2.

Membership 2026-2027
  • Kelly Gorman (co-chair)
  • Deborah LaFond (co-chair)
  • Elise Andaya
  • Rachel Cohon
  • Lisa Kenneally Dochat
  • Brian Kenny
  • Deirdre Leo
  • Joelle Mann
  • Larry Schell
  • Caroline N. Sharkey
  • Chris J. Smith
  • Melonie Walcott
Resolutions Passed
Initiatives

Collaborations and Dialogues for Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives on Campus

  • Climate Action Resolution
  • Student Fees Concerns
  • Communicating Pathways and Resources for Student Emergencies
  • Indigenous Peoples' Day Recognition and Campus Education
  • East Campus Access
  • University Libraries Community Access
  • Senate Forums
  • Racial Trauma 
Events
Subcommittees
  • Fair Trade University Task Force
  • The Committee on University and Community Relations (CUCR)
  • The Committee on Health, Safety, & Well-Being
  • The Committee on Athletics
    The Committee reviews and makes policy recommendations to the Council on athletics programs, including, but not be limited to, intercollegiate and intracollegiate sports programs. In addition, the committee oversees policies governing the development and maintenance of education, facilities and resources for recreational physical activity and health maintenance programs for all students and other University members. For further information: Please refer to the Charter of the University Senate, Section X.9.6.
  • The Committee on Residential Life
    The Committee shall review and make policy recommendations on all matters concerning the quality of student life in campus residences, including both academic and co-curricular activities taking place in University residential areas. Please refer to the Charter of the University Senate, Section X.9.7.

Contact

Kelly Gorman (Co-Chair)
[email protected]

Deborah LaFond (Co-Chair)
[email protected] 

Annie D’Angelo (Staff Support)
[email protected]