Higher Education Act, 1997 (Act No. 101 of 1997)NoticesInstitutional Statute of North West UniversityChapter 2 : Governance and Other Structures23. Functions |
INSTITUTIONAL FORUM
| (1) | The institutional forum advises the council on matters affecting the university, including— |
| (a) | the implementation of the Act and the national policy on higher education; |
| (b) | the selection of candidates for appointment as vice-chancellor and members of the management committee in accordance with the rules; |
| (c) | policy on equity in respect of race, gender and disability; |
| (d) | codes of conduct; |
| (e) | dispute resolution processes and procedures; |
| (f) | the management of cultural diversity across the university; |
| (g) | the fostering of a university culture that promotes tolerance and respect for human rights and creates an environment conducive to learning, teaching and research. |
| (2) | The institutional forum must perform such other functions as the council may determine from time to time. |