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Councils and Subcommittees

The Academic Policy Committee oversees several councils and subcommittees to help fulfill its mandate.

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Research Advisory Council (RAC)

RAC makes recommendations to the Academic Policy Committee (APC) on research policies and the creation of new research centres as well as endorsements of research-related plans and reports to submit for approval through standard McGill governance channels.

RAC website
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Council of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (CGPS)

The CGPS develops, revises and approves the regulations, guidelines and policies on graduate and postdoctoral studies; participates in strategic planning; and reviews and approves proposals for the creation of new graduate programs.

CGPS website
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Subcommittee on Academic Freedom (SAF)

The SAF oversees the implementation of the Policy on Academic Freedom, investigates complaints of academic freedom violations, and makes recommendations.

Academic freedom information
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Subcommittee on Teaching and Learning (STL)

The STL recommends initiatives and policies to enhance the quality of teaching and learning at McGill.

STL information
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Subcommittee on Courses and Teaching Programs (SCTP)

Currently on hold

SCTP website
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