spring 2026 / academic

SR 25/26-136:Calling for UC Berkeley to Preserve South Asian Studies and South Asian Language Instruction in Response to Federal Title VI Terminations

by
Niyati Ram Ram
with
Introduced
Committee Review
University and External Affairs Committee
apr 22
Senate Floor
Passed
apr 29 consent calendar

summary

This resolution calls upon UC Berkeley administration to preserve South Asian Studies and language instruction following the termination of federal Title VI grant programs. It directs the allocation of bridge funding to sustain programs, protect lecturer and research staffing, and maintain student access to fellowships and research opportunities. The resolution also urges the administration to pursue external replacement funding and ensure transparency with students regarding funding loss and preservation plans.

how they voted

No roll call was taken. Everyone recorded present when the Senate agreed is shown as not objecting.

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