2025-58

Motion Introduced by: Curriculum and Academic Programs Committee
          
Date of First Reading: March 31, 2025

Date of Second Reading: April 28, 2025

Title of Motion: Request from the Office of the University Provost – for the establishment of academic unit – School of Medicine and Advanced Medical Engineering

Action Requested: This curricular proposal has received all college, school, unit and university administrative approvals, and is being presented to the Senate for review and voting decision.

Rationale: The establishment of the School of Medicine and Advanced Medical Engineering is driven by the need to address evolving challenges in health care through an innovative, interdisciplinary approach. This new school aims to create a curriculum that integrates cutting-edge medical education with engineering and technological innovation, preparing future physicians to harness emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, robotics and personalized medicine.