A meeting of the Senate of Acadia University
occurred
on Monday, 20 September 2004, beginning at
4:02 p.m. with Chair Ian Wilks presiding and 46
members present.
1) Minutes
of the Meeting of 5 May 2004 |
With the agreement of T. Archibald, T. Ellis advised that page 4, paragraph 2, line 3 of Item 4)e) should read "T. Archibald noted that the composition of the REB does not include an Arts Faculty representative whose primary research involves human subjects". MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES AS AMENDED WAS CARRIED. |
2) Announcements
and Communications a) From the Chair -re Today’s Agenda -re Regrets -re Visitors -re Senate Membership -re Senate Meetings |
The Chair advised of Registration Statistics Report handouts, from the Registrar, which will be referred to under Item 2, Announcements and Communications. Regrets were received from J. Dewolfe, A. Irving, and N. Van Wagoner. The Chair welcomed visitor, Dr. Richard Keeling of Keeling Associates Inc.(consultant) from The Chair welcomed new and returning Senators P. Abela, G. Bissix, S. Bondrup-Nielsen, P. Cabilio, G. Callon, R. Conrod, P. Corkum, R. Cunningham, S. Franceschet, G. Iwama, W. McLeod, J. Masterson, R. Nilson, R. Perrins, A. Thomson, J. Wentzell; Student Senators A. Buote (Prof. St.), P. LeGay (VP(A)), and M. Murphy (Science); and Lay Person G. Vaughan, returning for a second term. He reminded those responsible, to address any vacancies on the Senate membership list. Any questions may be directed to Recording Secretary, Donna Murphy. The Chair noted that the Constitution and By-Laws of the Senate require that meeting procedure in the Senate be governed by Arthur Beauchesne, Rules and Forms in the House of Commons of Canada; however, for the purpose of general procedure at Senate meetings, Roberts Rules of Order will be used. I. Wilks reminded Senators that the Senate meetings end at |
b) From the Vice-President (Academic) -re Strategic Planning Process -re Strategic Planning Consultant -re Student Writing Centre |
R. Nilson introduced himself, shared his view of Nova Scotia compared to Saskatchewan, and expressed appreciation to Acadia University community for accepting him. He spoke on the strategic planning process and hoped that the University community accepts the responsibility to participate. It is a right and also a responsibility at all levels. He felt it was the faculty strength, which is driving the development forward at this institution. He emphasized that this process does not mean we are in a waiting mode until it is done; the institution will continue to function as it should. Such areas as internationalization, an institutional research plan, R. Nilson introduced Dr. Richard Keeling, who spoke on the proposed R. Nilson announced that Stephen Ahern would be co-ordinator for the student writing centre, which will be part of the Student Learning Common. He will be a member of faculty with an office in the Mitchner Lounge of the Student Union Building. |
c) From the Registrar -re Registration Statistics (045-04-REG) |
R. Jotcham pointed out highlights of this year’s registration statistical handout and noted that the heading on the Students by Country of Residence Report should read " |
3) Approval of List
of Graduates for the Convocation of May 2004 (045-01-CON) |
It was moved by R. Nilson and seconded by R. Cunningham that the List of Graduates for the Convocation of October 2004 as handed out at this meeting be approved (APPENDIX B). Senators reviewed this list. MOTION WAS CARRIED AS CIRCULATED. It was moved by R. Nilson and seconded by P. LeGay that any candidate for an Acadia degree, diploma or certificate who should receive a grade or otherwise qualify or be disqualified between this Senate meeting and the forthcoming Convocations, shall be considered by the Chair of the Admissions and Academic Standing Committee, the appropriate Dean and the Registrar, acting as an ad hoc committee of the Senate, they having the power to make consequential amendments to the graduation list. MOTION WAS CARRIED. |
4) New Business a) 2003-2004 Annual Reports from Senate Committees (034-56-REP) i) Library |
It was moved by In reply to a question from the floor, S. Lochhead noted that immediate concerns include adequate space, ventilation, and remodelling. She confirmed that Archives space has been greatly enhanced with the installation of compact shelving, which will be adequate for another five to seven years, when off-site storage may have to be considered. MOTION CARRIED. The Registrar advised there are more 2003-2004 Annual Reports to come to the next Senate meeting. |
b)
-re Human Resources Review Request (045-02-FAU) |
P. Corkum, Chair of the Faculty, presented this item, brought to Senate for information, as an attachment to today's agenda. |
5)
Other Business |
H.
Hopkins noted that further to discussion at a previous meeting of
Senate, when alternative methods of grading/evaluating students was
discussed,
there will be a conference by the MPHEC on this subject in November. He asked if others knew of this conference
and might be interested. I. Wilks noted
this would be an issue, which the Faculty Development Committee should
address. R. Nilson confirmed that he was
aware of this event and |
6) Adjournment |
P.
Cabilio moved this meeting be adjourned. It
was
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_________________________________ D. Murphy,
Recording
Secretary |
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