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DRAFT UNTIL APPROVED BY SENATE
Minutes of a Meeting of the Senate of Simon Fraser University held on?
Monday, January 7, 2002 at 7:00 pm in Room 3120 WMC
Open Session
Present: Stevenson, Michael, President and Chair
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Blackman, Roger (representing J
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Absent: Aloi, Santa
Chan, Albert
Atkins, Stella
Chang, Jack
Barrow, Robin
Clayman, Bruce
Bawa, Parveen
Copeland, Lynn
D'Auria, John
Driver, Jon
Delgrande, James
Dunsterville, Valerie
Dempster, Peter
Gerson, Carole
Gill, Alison
Haunerland, Norbert
Grimmett, Peter
Heaney, John
Jones, John
Hill, Ross
Klymson, Sarah
Jackson, Margaret
McArthur, James
Jensen, Britta
McFetridge, Paul
Krane, Bill
McInnes, Dina
Lewis, Brian
Muirhead, Leah
Love, Ernie
Russell, Robert
Mathewes, Rolf (representing W. Davidson)
Sekhon, Devinder
Mauser, Gary
Thandi, Ranbir
Naef, Barbara
Wong, Milton
Paterson, David
Percival, Paul
Peters, Joseph
In attendance:
Sirri, Odai
Cameron, Rob
Steinbach, Chris
Geller, Michael
Stephenson, Brock
Munro, Jock
Tansey, Caralyn
Pinto, Mario
Van Aalst, Jan
Warren, Joel
Waterhouse, John
Weldon, Larry
Wessel, Sylvia
Wortis, Michael
Yerbury, Cohn
Zaichkowsky, Judy
Heath, Nick, Acting Registrar
Watt, Alison, Director, University Secretariat
Grant, Bobbie, Recording Secretary
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1.
Approval of the Agenda
The Agenda was approved as distributed.
2.
Approval of the Minutes of the Open Session of December 3, 2001
The Minutes were approved as distributed.
3.
Business Arising from the Minutes
i) ?
Undergraduate Semester of Dialogue
Senators were reminded of the issues raised at the last meeting with respect to
the academic approval and administrative home of the program. The
administrative home of the program for issues such as grade appeals will be the
Faculty of Science. With respect to academic approval, Senate was advised that
this program was reviewed and approved by SCUS and presented to SCUP for
information without first having received approval from either a department or a
faculty. Subsequent review and approval was received by Senate. Senate was
reminded that the program was approved on a two year trial basis and therefore
was not a permanent addition to the Calendar. The process followed resembled
a process at the graduate level for temporary approval of a graduate masters
cohort program by special arrangement and the Chair of SCUS has been
requested to consider and advise on a process for the approval of experimental
undergraduate programs such as the Undergraduate Semester of Dialogue. The
concern that was expressed at the last meeting, that a precedent was being
created to allow courses/ programs to bypass the normal approval process, was
reiterated and a request was made for the minutes to clearly state that since this
program was a special situation and approved on a trial basis only, a precedent
was not being set.
4.
Report of the Chair
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Plagiarism Investigation in BUEC 333
The following statement was read into the Minutes by R. Blackman, Associate
Dean of Arts:
"Last semester the Economics Department received information that pointed to
plagiarism in one of its courses, BUEC 333. At the time final grades were due in
this very large course, it became clear that there was not sufficient time to
complete a proper investigation. Some 355 students about whose work there
was no concern received the letter grades they had earned. But for the remaining
69 students we had to enter a grade of GN. This is a placeholder entry meaning
"grade not given". When the investigation was subsequently completed over the
Christmas break, the department determined there was sufficient evidence to
pursue allegations of academic dishonesty against 47 students in this course.
The other 22 students now have the letter grade they deserve.
The department is following the regulations laid out in Policy T10.03 (Academic
Dishonesty and Misconduct Procedures). The first step calls for the students
whose work is in question to be informed in writing of the evidence and
reminded of the provisions of relevant university policies, particularly T10.03.
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That is the stage we have reached. These letters will go out to the students as
soon as possible, hopefully tomorrow. The students will be given the
opportunity to provide whatever information they wish to place on the record.
The department chair will then look at all the evidence and determine the
appropriate course of action. The range of possible actions is clearly spelled out
in T10.03."
The Chair emphasized that the matter was still in progress and that due process
must be observed, especially with respect to the rights of the students to respond
to these allegations. He felt it was inappropriate for the press to draw
conclusions or to insist on more detailed response from the University until the
process was completed, and he hoped Senate understood the University's
position in the matter.
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Report on the Burnab
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Mountain Community Project
Michael Geller, President, Burnaby Mountain Community Corporation
presented Senate with an overview of the plans for the neighbourhood areas
within the ring road. The planned development was designed to create a more
community-oriented campus and to generate revenue through long term lease of
lands which over time would create a significant endowment to be used to
support a variety of university activities. Following the presentation a variety of
issues such as parking, affordable housing for students, storm water
management, preservation of the research forest and broader representation in
the decision-making process were discussed. Senate was advised that detailed
information was available on the Burnaby Mountain Community Project web site
and a call for proposals from the development community would be issued
shortly.
5.
Question Period
There were no questions submitted.
6.
Reports of Committees
A) ?
Senate Nominating Committee
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Paper S.02-1 - Elections
The following are the results of elections to Senate Committees. There were
insufficient nominations to fill all positions; vacancies will be carried over and
brought forward to the next meeting of Senate.
Senate Committee on Continuing Studies (SCCS)
One Faculty Senator to replace P. Budra for term of office to May 31, 2002.
No nominations received
Diverse Qualifications Adjudication Committee (DOAC)
One Undergraduate Student to replace S. Tucker for term of office to May 31,
2002.
Elected by acclamation;
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Michelle Kemper
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B)
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Committee
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Priorities
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of Chemistry
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M. Pinto, Chair of the Department presented an overview of the perceived
strengths and weaknesses as outlined in the external review report.
Moved by J
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Waterhouse, seconded by 0. Sirri
"that Senate concur with the recommendations from the Senate
Committee on University Priorities concerning the advice to the
Department of Chemistry on priority items resulting from the
external review, as outlined in S.02-2"
Reference was made to the statements concerning the reclassification of the
Chemistry Department from a level A to a level B department. Senate was
advised that the department had been reclassified despite protests from the Dean
and the Department and a recommendation from the reviewers that the
reclassification should be re-examined. In response to an inquiry as to whether
SCUP reviewed the issue of reclassification, Senate was advised that SCUP
reviewed the full documentation and felt that the reclassification was
appropriate according to the criteria and standards developed for the
classification system. Specific details/ rationale with respect to the reclassification
of the Department had been requested by the Chair and the Vice President
Academic indicated the information would be provided to the Department.
Question arose as to how many other departments had been reclassified. The
information was not readily available and would be provided by the Vice
President Academic at a future meeting.
Question was called, and a vote taken.
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MOTION CARRIED
ii)
Paper S.02-3 - Graduate Diploma in Urban Studies
Moved by J
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Waterhouse, seconded by R. Blackman
"that Senate approve and recommend approval to the Board of
Governors the proposal for a Graduate Diploma in Urban Studies
as outlined in S.02-3"
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Munro was in attendance in order to respond to questions.
Reference was made to the budget and resource implications and concern was
expressed about the introduction of such an expensive program, especially when
basic programs were underfunded. Senate was advised that the program had
been considered primarily on its academic merits but SCUP had clearly indicated
that the Faculty of Arts would have to deal with the resource implication of the
program or there would have to be a separate consideration through the
Strategic Initiatives Fund. Senate was informed that there was strong support for
the program in the Faculty of Arts and in the Department of Geography and the
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• question of funding was under active consideration. If approved by Senate some
modifications may be necessary as the Faculty would not be able to fulfill each
and every recommendation in the proposal without additional resources.
Question was called, and a vote taken.
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MOTION CARRIED
C)
Senate Library Committee
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Paper S.02-4 - Revision to Membership
Moved by B. Clayman, seconded by L. Copeland
"that Senate approve that the Dean of Graduate Studies be added
as an ex-officio, voting member of the Senate Library Committee"
Question was called, and a vote taken.
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MOTION CARRIED
D)
Senate Committee on Undergraduate Studies
i)
Paper S.02-5 - Revised Regulation - Second or Subsequent Bachelor's
Degrees
Moved by J
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Waterhouse, seconded by B. Clayman
"that Senate approve the change in regulations for Second or
Subsequent Bachelor's Degrees, as set forth in S.02-5"
R. Cameron was in attendance in order to respond to questions.
It was pointed out that although the University offers joint major programs, it
lacks joint degree programs leading to two bachelor degrees, either from the
same or from two different faculties. In addition to focusing on second or
subsequent degree programs, suggestion was made that SCUS should look into
the feasibility of offering double degree programs.
Question was called, and a vote taken.
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MOTION CARRIED
ii)
Paper S.02-6 - Undergraduate Curriculum Revisions - Facult
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of Applied
Sciences (For Information)
Senate received information that the Senate Committee on Undergraduate
Studies, acting under delegated authority, approved four new courses, deleted
one course, and approved minor curriculum revisions to existing courses and
programs in Kinesiology, Communication, Engineering Science, and Computing
Science.
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iii)
Paper S.02-7 - Undergraduate Curriculum Revisions - Facult
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of Business
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Administration (For Information)
Senate received information that the Senate Committee on Undergraduate
Studies, acting under delegated authority, approved three new courses, deleted
two courses, temporarily withdrew (mothballed) two courses, and approved
minor revisions to existing courses within the Faculty of Business
Administration.
iv)
Paper S.02-8 - Undergraduate Curriculum Revisions - Faculty of
Education
Moved by D. Paterson, seconded by R. Blackman
"that Senate approve and recommend approval to the Board of
Governors the Minor in Counselling and Human Development, as
set forth in S.02-8"
Question was called, and a vote taken.
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MOTION CARRIED
Senate received information that the Senate Committee on Undergraduate
Studies, acting under delegated authority, approved one new course and deleted
one course within the Faculty of Education.
v)
Paper S.02-9 - Under g
raduate Curriculum Revisions - Facult
y
of Science
(For Information)
Senate received information that the Senate Committee on Undergraduate
Studies, acting under delegated authority, approved nine new courses and minor
revisions to existing courses and programs in Biological Sciences, Chemistry,
Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Physics, and Statistics and
Actuarial Science.
7.
Other Business
i) ?
Notice of Senate Vacancies
Senate was advised that there were four vacancies on Senate for faculty members
and that a call for nominations would be distributed soon.
8.
Information
The date of the next regularly scheduled meeting is Monday, February 4, 2002.
Open Session adjourned at 8:40 pm. Following a brief recess, Senate moved into Closed
Session.
Alison Watt
Director, University Secretariat
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Office of the Registrar
Simon Fraser University
Senate Secretariat
Burnaby, BC Canada V5A 1S6
Telephone (604) 291-3168
Facsimile (604) 291-5732
E-mail bgrant@sfu.ca
January 8, 2002
To: Members of Senate
From: Bobbie Grant
Senate Assistant
The enclosed material provided by Michael Geller is distributed as follow-up to the report he
presented at the January 7' meeting of Senate on the Burnaby Mountain Community Project.
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SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Burnaby Mountain Community Development?
The Burnaby Mountain Community Corporation (BMCC), on behalf of Simon Fraser University, is proposing
to build a new community with up to 4,536 residential units and 10,000 people, along with new retail and
commercial space, parks, schools, recreational and community facilities on approximately 160 acres of land
within the Ring Road. The land will be leased for 99 years. The Corporation receives advice from a
Community Advisory Committee with representatives from students, faculty, and staff and the broader
community including the Stoney Creek Environment Committee, and Burnaby Mountain Preservation
Society.
Why is the University undertaking this development?
There are two main objectives. The first is to change SFU from a commuter campus to a more complete
community with around-the-clock" activities. A second objective is to create an Endowment Fund and other
sources of revenue to support a wide range of University purposes including new student housing.
What is the status of the development?
In 1996, the City of Burnaby approved an overall Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw which permits
the proposed new community, subject to more detailed neighbourhood plans setting out environmental,
engineering, and community service proposals. In return for this approval, the University transferred to the
City of Burnaby approximately 773 acres of land outside the Ring Road to be preserved as part of the
Burnaby Mountain Park. The planning process has continued, with a high level of consultation and
participation by the University, Burnaby, and others interested in the new community.
Burnaby Mountain is a sensitive environmental area. How are potential negative impacts
being addressed?
A major underlying objective
is to respect and complement
the natural heritage of
Burnaby Mountain, thus
protecting ecosystems and
ecological functions in a
manner that will reflect
positively on the University.
Special attention is being
given to the protection of
significant trees, streams, and
wildlife. In addition 29 acres
will be set aside within the
Ring Road as Naheeno Park.
These measures are set out
as requirements in the Official
Community Plan, which was
drafted within the context of
environmental stewardship.
Will this current development proposal affect the area used by Biological Sciences for
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research?
No. The current proposal relates only to the East Neighbourhood which will take at least 7 to 10 years to
complete. However, BMCC is working with representatives of the Biology Department and the Community
Advisory Committee to determine what areas are being used, and how research activities can be
accommodated in the future. The University and Burnaby are also exploring a protocol which would
significantly expand research and teaching opportunities within the parks on Burnaby Mountain.
EAST NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN
BMCC is presenting the Plan for the East Neighbourhood to the broader Burnaby and University communities, the BMCC
Community Advisory Committee, the University's Board of Governors, and BMCC Board of Directors. This Plan has been
prepared in response to the requirements set out in the SFU Official Community Plan which was approved in 1996. It identifies
the first phases of development, the proposed school and park sites, the road system, including Main Street, and the
pedestrian and bicycle path network which will integrate the community with the broader University campus.
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A new 'roundabout' marks the entrance to the community
from East University Drive. University Boulevard extends
the University's pedestrian axis into a vibrant new mixed
use area offering shops, offices and other services with
housing above. The hean' of the community is anew town
square and reconfigured transit loop where 'town meets
gown
A variety of housing is served by University Crescent. The
central school and park site is linked to the rest of the
community with an extensive pedestrian and bicycle
network Significant treed and roarin areas result fri a
network of green corridors throughout the community.
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The Neighbourhood Plan, along with a supporting Planning Report and Technical Reports and Appendices, has been
submitted to the City of Burnaby and Federal and Provincial Environmental Agencies. It is expected that the governmental
review of the Plan, and negotiation of the various agreements will take a number of months to complete.
The East Neighbourhood Plan contains a considerable amount of detailed information including the Watercourse and
Stormwater Management Plan, tree preservation and management areas, and concept designs for the school and park
sites, streets, sidewalks, and pathways. However, there are a number of matters which are notincluded in this submission.
The Plan does not set out any prescribed mix of market and "non-market" or subsidized housing. This was deliberate, since
this is not a requirement of the City of Burnaby, and there are a number of different ways by which the University can
increase housing affordability for faculty, staff, and students. In addition to participating in federal and provincial funding
programs, the University could offer preferential financing arrangements to those moving into the new community. While
these decisions go beyond the mandate of the Burnaby Mountain Community Corporation, BMCC has developed a Plan
which focuses on the provision of more affordable forms of housing, rather than expensive single family homes or large
townhouses.
While considerable attention is given to tree preservation and management in the East Neighbourhood, this plan does not
address the issue of tree preservation in the South Neighbourhood. The Student Society and others have expressed
concerns regarding the number of trees that may be cut down in this area. Of particular concern is that portion of the South
Neighbourhood used for Biological Sciences research.
By
submitting the East Neighbourhood Plan, BMCC is committing to
proceed with the East Neighbourhood in advance of the South, and defer any development in the South Neighbourhood for
at least 7 years. In the meanwhile, BMCC will work with the Biology Department to carry out detailed mapping to assess
which areas may be required for research activities.
In assessing the appropriate amount of trees to be retained within the Ring Road, consideration must be given to the
previous agreement which resulted in the transfer of 773 acres of wooded areas to Burnaby for preservation as a
conservation area. One must also consider the need to build sufficient housing to support a food store, shops, and
commercial facilities, improved transportation, the school, and other community amenities.
FEATURES OF THE PLAN
When reviewing the Neighbourhood Plan, you should note the following features:
• A new "Main Street" which extends the University pedestrian axis, with a mix of retail, office, and residential uses.
• A central school and park site in the vicinity of the East Academic Annex. It is proposed that the Annex be converted over
time for use as an elementary school. Existing tenants will be relocated to new offices along Main Street, or elsewhere on
campus.
• A realignment of the East Campus Road and a new roundabout intersection at the Ring Road. This will help "calm"
traffic and create an attractive new entry to the community. Other roads will incorporate innovative features to manage
stormwater and enhance pedestrian safety.
• A range of housing types, including townhouses, stacked townhouses, low rise and mid rise apartments up to 10 storeys
in height.
• A network of pedestrian pathways and cycling paths integrating the new community with the University campus.
• A reconfigured transit loop, integrated with a new Town Square, which will serve as a meeting place between "town and
gown".
• Retention of significant treed areas along the Ring Road, University Boulevard, and east of the Hydro tower, along with an
extensive program for replanting vegetation.
• A comprehensive watercourse and stormwater management system resulting in protected riparian areas, new detention
ponds, engineered swales, and other environmental features.
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• The potential for up to 1800 new residential units catering to faculty, staff, students, and others seeking a unique
sustainable mountain top community integrated with a world class university in a natural setting.
While BMCC has submitted this Plan to Burnaby, this is by no means the end of the planning process. Over the coming
months, we will be developing in greater detail the Development Guidelines for the new community, including design
controls, sustainability features, and other measures to ensure that the new community on Burnaby Mountain truly
complements Simon Fraser University, and becomes worthy of international acclaim.
A View Across the Town Square & Main Street
MORE QUESTIONS:
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How will we deal with
additional traffic resulting
from this new community
and University expansion?
In order to reduce reliance on
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automobile,
significant public transit
improvements are contemplated.
These include a shuttle bus
connection to the new Skytrain,
improved public transit both to
and within the community and
possibly a community transit
pass for the University and new
community. In addition,
improvements to both on and off
site road systems are being
planned.
Will
this new community
use up land that is required
for expansion of the
University?
No. Within the overall plan sufficient land is being put aside to allow the University to double in size over time.
Expansion could take place adjacent to the existing campus and within portions of the community. In addition,
certain areas can be used for housing or university related activities.
What kind of housing is being proposed?
A wide range of housing forms and tenures is being proposed, including individually owned townhouses,
condominiums, cooperatives, rental apartments, and live/work units. Buildings could range in height from two
to ten storeys. Housing will appeal to all price ranges from smaller rental suites suitable for students to larger
more luxurious apartments. The result will be many more housing opportunities for faculty, staff, students and
others wanting to live on Burnaby Mountain.
Housing is proposed on existing surface parking lots. What will happen to the parking?
New parking structures will be built to accommodate the surface parking prior to redevelopment of the parking
lot areas.
When and where will this start, and how long will it take?
The first phase of community development will take place at the east end of the campus near the bus loop and
water tower, subject to approvals from Burnaby, the Federal and Provincial governments, and the University.
Requests for Proposals for the long term lease of development parcels would be issued to developers and
others this fall. Construction of the new roads and site improvements could begin next spring. It is expected
that the entire community will take at least 25 years to complete.
Over the coming years, Simon Fraser University is going to change dramatically as a result of the creation
of the new community on Burnaby Mountain. For more information on the planning process to date, and other
details, visit our website at www.sfu.ca/bmcp
. Thank you for your interest in the new community at SFU.
BIJRNABY MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CORPORATION
Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6
Phone: 291-3220 Fax: 291-3189
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