Shared governance enables members of the community to have access to information, involvement in matters of concern to them and the authority to examine these issues and make recommendations to the appropriate administrative officer(s) and the president. 

The Assemblies are in a position not only to provide a humanistic, community-based evaluation of current and proposed administrative actions, but also to advocate for those policies. The Assemblies serve as a forum to promote active and open debate, engage in the discussion of controversial issues, exchange ideas and work towards the common good.