DRAFT UNTIL APPROVED BY SENATE 

MINUTES OF MEETING OF SENATE OF SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY 

HELD MONDAY MARCH 2, 1970,FACULTY LOUNGE, 7:30 P.M. 

OPEN SESSION 

PRESENT: 

Strand, K.T. 

Baird, D.A. 

Bradley, R.D. 

Brown, R.C. 

Burstein, K.R. 

Campbell, M.J. 

Carlson, R.L. 

Claridge, R.W. 

Cole, R.E. 

Funt, B.L. 

Hamilton, W.M. 

Hutchinson, J.F. 

Kenward, J.K. 

Kirchner, C. 

Lachlan, A0H. 

Rogow, R. 

Sayre, J. 

Stratton, S.T. 

Sullivan, D.H. 

Turnbull, A.L. 

Vidaver, W.E. 

Walkley, J. 

Wassermann, Mrs. S. 

Webster, J.M. 

Chairman 

Evans, H.M. 

Kelsey, I.B. 

Barboza, 

Miss 

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Norsworthy, Mrs. R. 

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Caple, K.P. 

Collins, M. 

Drache, Mrs. S. 

.Freiman, Mrs. L. 

Flean, A.F.C. 

Lebowitz, M.A. 

McDougall, A.H. 

McLean, C.H. 

Perry, G.N. 

Srivastava, L.M. 

Secretary 

Recording Secretary 

Recording Secretary 

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•l. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 

Moved by J. Walkley, seconded by D. Sullivan, 

"that Paper S.346 being a representation 

from the President of the Student Society, 

be added to Item 7 of the agenda." 

Question was called, and a vote taken, 

MOTION CARRIED. 

There being no other additions or deletions, the agenda was 

approved as distributed with the addition of Paper S.346. 

APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS OPEN SESSIONS 

The Minutes of the Open session of January 26, 1970, were 

approved as distributed. 

The Minutes of the Open Session of February 2, 1970 were 

approved as distributed. 

BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES 

Paper S.329 - Registrar's Report on Mechanisms Contained in Paper S.305(b) 

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The Chairman explained that this paper was submitted as a result 

of a motion as contained on Page 3 of the Minutes of January 26, 1970, 

wherein Paper S.305(b) was tabled pending receipt of an outline of the 

amended portions of Paper.-S.305(b) and of the mechanisms contained in 

the paper. He suggested that discussion continue ad seriatim, commencing 

with the Senate Appeals Board (SAB) on Page 3 of consolidated Paper S.329. 

Moved by J. Sayre, seconded by J. Kenward, 

"that the Senate Appeals Board purpose, as 

outlined in Paper S.329, be accepted." 

Debate centered on the functions of the Appeals Board and of the 

SUAB with Senators Burstein and Sullivan opposing the purpose and method 

as outlined. They questioned advisability of having two committees, such 

as SUAB and SAB, both acting as an appeals body. 

Moved by D. Sullivan, seconded by R. Carlson, 

"that this paper be referred back to the Acting 

Academic Vice-President for further study in 

order to combine the possible appeal mechanism 

in one Committee and that it not be brought 

back to Senate until major objections have 

been taken care of." 

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There was considerable further debate. 

It was agreed that the Vice-President would be asked to listen to the taped 

transcripts of the debate at this meeting and also of previous meetings in 

order that the views of Senators could be considered. 

Question was called, and a vote taken on the motion to refer. 

MOTION CARRIED. 

13 in favor? 

7 opposed 

4 REPORT OF CHAIRMAN 

Paper S0338 - Appointment of Deans 

The Chairman stated that at the present time the University is 

at a state where it is urgent that a decision be made with regard to 

the method of appointment, tenure and functions of Deans inasmuch as 

the Dean of Education has resigned, the position of Dean of Arts will 

be under reconsideration very shortly, the position of Dean of Graduate 

Studies is under discussion, and the is a need to standardize the 

procedures. He indicated he was not now specifically suggesting the motions 

in the paper, and outlined alternatives. 

Moved by J. Kenward, seconded by J. Walkley, 

(a)

"that the Ad Hoc Senate Committee on the 

Method of Appointment, Tenure and Functions of 

Deans and Heads of Departments receive the 

appreciation of Senate for its contributions and 

that it be discharged from its duties." 

(b)

"that the Joint Board-Senate Working Relations 

Committee be charged immediately with the task 

of considering the matter of the method of 

appointment, tenure and functions of Deans." 

There was objection voiced to the motion with reference to the 

Board aspects. 

MOTION FAILED 

Moved by J. Hutchinson, seconded by W. Vidaver, 

"that Senate suspend its rulesand fill the vacancies 

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on the Senate Committee on the Method of Appointment, 

Tenure and Functions of Deans and Heads of Departments 

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Amendment moved by D. Sullivan, seconded by R. Brown, to add 

"and that the Committee be instructed to report 

to Senate within 60 days, that is, at the Senate 

meeting to be held in May." 

Question was called on the amended motion, and a vote taken. 

AMENDMENT CARRIED 

At this point Senator Hamilton resigned from the Committee, 

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because of the time constraint, leaving only M. Collins on the membership 

list. 

Question was then called on the main motion, and a vote taken. 

MAIN MOTION TO SUSPEND 

RULES CARRIED 

Moved by R. Cole, seconded by K. Burstein, 

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"that Senate recess for five minutes to give 

Senators time to determine possible nominees." 

Question was called, and a vote taken, 

MOTION CARRIED 

Senate recessed at 9:15 p.m. and reconvened at 9:30 p.m. 

The Chairman called for nominations, and the following were 

submitted: R. Rogow, D.A. Baird, R.-'Cole., A.P. Kup, G.M. Geen, R.R. 

Haering, G. Kirchner, R.D. Bradley, L.A. Boland, W.E. Williams and 

D.G. Tuck. K.T. Strand, J.F. Hutchinson and M.A. Lebowitz were also 

nominated, K. Strand and J. Hutchinson declined nomination and M. 

Lebowitz' name was withdrawn when a Senator stated that he had been 

asked by M. Lebowitz to have :his name withdrawn. 

Discussion centered on the advisability of electing non-Senators 

to the membership of the Committee, and opinion was expressed that the 

assignments delegated 

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to the Committee were responsibilities of Senate. 

Moved by W. Vidaver, seconded by D. Sullivan, 

"that only Senators in attendance at this 

meeting be elected to the Committee." 

Question was called, and a vote taken, 

MOTION CARRIED 

11 in favour? 

8 oDDosed 

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Moved by L. Funt, seconded by J. Walkley, 

"that nominations be re-opened." 

Question was called and a vote taken. 

MOTION

CARRIED. 

Further nominations included J. Walkley, A.H. Lachlan and 

L. Funt L. Funt declined nomination. 

Moved by K. Burstein, seconded by D. Sullivan, 

"that Senate elect an alternate member to 

this Committee to serve if M. Collins is 

unavailable, with the fifth ranking candidate 

to be the alternate." 

Question was called, and a vote taken. 

MOTION

CARRIED 

Ballots were distributed and counted, and the undernoted were 

elected to the Senate Committee on the Method of Appointment, Tenure 

and Functions of Deans and Heads of Departments (ad hoc). 

R.E. COLE 

G. KIRCHNER 

R. ROGOW 

J. WALKLEY 

R.D. BRADLEY (alternate) 

Collins continues to have membership. 

Paper S.347 - Membership of the Review Committees for the Departments of 

the Faculty of Arts 

The Chairman introduced recommendations he had received from the 

Faculty of Arts covering membership of Review Committees and the order 

in which the departments will be reviewed as outlined in Paper S.347, 

Motion was made, seconded by D. Sullivan, 

"that Senate ratify the submission from the 

Faculty of Arts on Departñiental Review." 

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Question was called, and a vote taken0 

MOTION

CARRIED 

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Special Meeting of Senate 

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The Chairman stated that he would be circulating papers covering 

items for consideration in connection with the Re-organization of the 

Faculty of Education and University Organization. He stated that a 

Special Meeting of Senate would be called for March 16, 1970 to deal 

with these items. 

REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 

Paper S.334 - Senate Nominating Committee - Election to Senate Committees 

Elections were conducted to fill vacancies existing on several 

Senate and related Committees. The names of those nominated and those 

elected are listed here for information. 

ACADEMIC PLANNING COMMITTEE 

The Senate Agenda Committee requested that nominees for the Academic 

Planning Committee be prepared to give Senate a brief statement on their 

views related to academic planning within the University, and to come 

prepared to Senate to answer questions on academic planning. Views were 

expressed by Senators Brown, Carlson, Claridge, Hutchinson, Kirchner, 

Turnbull and Vidaver and they responded to questions asked by the membership. 

Individuals nominated included R. C. Brown, R. L. Carlson, R. W. 

Claridge, J. F. Hutchinson, G. Kirchner, K. E. Rieckhoff, A. L. Turnbull 

.and W. E. Vidaver. Three Senators were to be elected to this Committee. 

Elected were: 

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J. F. HUTCHINSON 

G. KIRCHNER 

A. L. TURNBULL 

SENATE COMMITTEE ON HONORARY DEGREES 

D. A. Baird and A. L. Turnbull were nominated to this Committee to 

replace A. R. MacKinnon. One Senator to be elected. 

Elected was: 

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D. A. BAIRD 

SENATE COMMITTEE ON RULES AND PROCEDURES PERTAINING TO PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT 

Election of two faculty members as replacements for K. Okuda for an 

indefinite term of office, or until the Committee is dissolved, and for 

P. L. Wagner from the present until August 30, 1970, or until the Committee 

is dissolved. The individual receiving the highest number of votes would 

replace K. Okuda and the individual receiving the next highest number of 

votes would replace P. L. Wagner. Individuals nominated included G. L. 

Bursill-Hall, D. J. Huntley, M. S. O'Connell, and D. D. Todd. 

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Elected to replace K. Okuda: 

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M.S. O'CONNELL 

Elected to replace temporarily 

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G.L. BURSLLL-HALL 

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SENATE COMMITTEE ON EXAMINATION AND GRADING PRACTICES 

a)

Election of two students to replace the former student members, 

T. Hammond and J. Misera. 

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P. BEIRNE 

D.A. OWEN 

b)

The President of the Student Society had requested through the 

Senate Nominating Committee that provision be made for an alternate 

student member on this Committee. 

Moved by J. Walkley, seconded by J. Kenward, 

an alternate student member be addd to 

the Senate Committee on Examination and Grading 

Practices." 

MOTION CARRIED, 

c)

One name was submitted for this alternate position through the 

Senate Nominating Committee. 

Elected by acclamation was: 

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BETTY J. GARNETT 

Paper S.335 - Requirement to Continue in Graduate Studies - Implementation 

Date 

Moved by D. Sullivan, seconded by S. Stratton, 

"that Paper S.335 be approved." 

MOTION CARRIED 

Paper S.336 - Graduate Programs in the Department of Economics and 

Commerce 

Moved by D. Sullivan, seconded by K. Burstein, 

"that Senate approve the submission from the 

Department of Economics and Commerce as 

presented in Paper S.336." 

Question was called, and a vote taken. 

MOTION CARRIED 

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Paper S.337 - New Undergraduate Courses - Faculty of Science 

Moved by L. Funt, seconded by D. Sullivan, 

"that Senate approve Physics 399-2 for 

the Fall 1970 Semester only." 

L. Funt explained that the department had an opportunity to acquire 

the services of Dr. Elliott W. Montroll, who was considered to be distin- 

guished in his field, and agreement had been reached whereby the visiting 

professor would be in attendance at the University on three separate 

occasions and would compress this course into a period of three weeks for 

an honorarium of $1,000. He also stated that Dr. K. Colbow, as nominal 

head of the Department would be submitting grades to the Registrar's 

Office. 

Several Senators expressed the view that this departure from the 

general practice in offering courses might set a dangerous precedent. 

Question was called and a vote taken. 

MOTION CARRIED 

11 in favor? 

2 opposed 

Moved by L. Funt, seconded by J. Walkley, 

"that Chemistry 416-3 and Chemistry 463-3 

(revision) as outlined in Paper S.337, be 

adopted." 

Question was called and a vote taken. 

MOTION CARRIED 

' OTHER BUSINESS 

a)

Notices of Motion 

There were no Notices of Motion. 

b)

Date of Next Meeting 

The Chairman reminded Senators that a Special Meeting of Senate 

would be called for Monday, March 16, 1970. 

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c) Other Items 

Paper S.346 - Election of Student Senators 

The Chairman introduced a memorandum from the Registrar, accompanied 

by a request from the President of the Student Society, which contained 

a proposed motion as follows: 

"that in the election of student representatives 

to Senate that each candidate be permitted to in- 

clude along with or in lieu of a curriculum vita 

a statement not to exceed 250 words on the candi- 

date's views on academic and related matters 

rightfully falling under the jurisdiction of Senate 

as laid down by the Universities Act (1963)." 

Moved by D. Sullivan, seconded by J. Walkley, 

"that Paper S0346 be adopted.":; 

Question was called, And a vote taken. 

NOTION CARRIED 

d) Confidential Matters 

The meeting adjourned at 11:15 p.m. to move into Closed Session. 

H.M. Evans 

Secretary 