The Committee on University Governance was charged with the responsibility of conducting a new study of the University of New Mexico's governance and to recommend improvements. This report contains a discussion and recommendations relating to: (1) the creation of a University Community Council, including its functions, size and composition; (2) the need for a student voice in matters of curriculum and quality of instruction; (3) faculty organization; (4) the creation of the position of University Ombudsman; and (5) grievance and disciplinary procedures. Included in the appendices are: (1) examples of statements which might be used in the Regents' Statement on Rights; (3) a model Bill of Rights and Responsibilities; and (4) the Harvard Resolution on Rights and Responsibilities. (AF)