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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF
THE SENATE OF SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY HELD
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MONDAY, JANUARY 8, 1979, 3172 ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, 7:00 P.M.
OPEN SESSION
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Pedersen, K. G.,
Chairman
Arrott, A. S.
Absent:
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Birch, D. R.
Douglas-Cranipton, D.
Blaney, J. P.
Doherty, P. M.
Brown, R. C.
Hindle, L.
Calvert, T. W.
Luetzen, S.
Carlson, R. L.
Mackauer, J. P. M.
Dawson
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A. J.
Resnick, L.
Dobb, T. C.
Thomas, L. E.
Frydenlund, D.
Wyatt, J. D.
Geen, G. H.
Gingerich, J. C.
In Attendance:
Benjamin, J. C.
Harrison, J.
Richards, W. D.
Hauka, D. P.
Cercone, N.
Hobson, R. F.
Wideen, M. F.
Holweg, B. A.
Hoyt, C. C.
Ivany, J. W. C.
Jones, C. H. W.
Keltner, A. A.
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Kemp, C. L.
McMillan, D. B.
Moffatt, D.C.
Okuda, K.
Overholt, M. J.
Palmer, P. L.
Pinfield, L. T.
Reilly, N. R.
Rieckhoff, K. E.
Timberlake, A. J.
Tuinman, J. J.
Wagner, P. L.
Walkley, J.
Webster, J. N.
Weinberg, H.
Weinkain, J. J.
Wells, E.
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Wheatley-, J.
Young, J. 0.
Evans, H. M.,
Secretary
Nagel, H. D.
Fike, J.,
Recording Secretary
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Dr. Pedersen expressed his pleasure at having been appointed as
President of Simon Fraser University and now Presiding as Chairman of Senate,
and his desire to quickly know Senators by name and personally.
1.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The agenda was approved as circulated.
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the Special Meeting of November 20, 1978, and of the
Open Session of December 4, 1978, were approved as distributed.
3.
BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES
There was no business arising from the minutes.
4.
REPORT OF CHAIRMAN
(i)
The Chairman indicated his desire to work closely with Senate
on an over-all goal to make Simon Fraser University one of the
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best of universities in Canada, and referred to the importance
he attaches to quality and excellence with the strong support
of Senate needed to achieve these aims. He noted that Senate
had made significant contributions and that he fully expected it
would continue to do so, and that the quality of faculty, staff
and students would be important in the attainment of goals.
(ii)
Paper S.79-0 - Kelowna School of Resource Management
The Chairman referred to the letter from U.C.B.C. and the response
from Dr. Birch, then Acting President, concerning delay in program
approval.
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The Program Co-ordinating Committee of U.C.B.C. had
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approved the proposal for the B.Sc. (Resource Management) but held
back for further discussion the B.Sc. (Forest Resource Management).
Prior to consideration by the Council, letters had been received
from a number of groups, notably the School of Community Planning
at U.B.C, and the Institute of Planners in B.C., on the basis of
which Council was deferring decision on all aspects of the proposal
until after February 19th when an open meeting in Vancouver was to
be held. He drew attention further to the Birch letter which
indicated any such meeting should be in Kelowna. As of today,
the Chairman of U.C.B.C. was not prepared to give assurance of a
quick decision. Dr. Donald Jamieson, presently at U.S.C. on a
visiting appointment, was engaged by U.C.B.C. as an outside con-
sultant.
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iii) Dr. Pedersen observed that the present AUCE 2 strike
was causing some difficulties but that registration
has gone well so far. There had been a resumption of
meetings today between the parties, with a meeting
likely on Wednesday.
He indicated he had met twice with representatives
from the Student Society, and that there were two
issues of concern. The first pertained to the hours
the Library had been open during the semester break
period. The Library hours were now on a regular
schedule.
The second pertained to problems of students who for
reasons of conscience cannot cross the picket lines for
registration purposes. It was noted that AliCE has been
giving some encouragement for students to do so to
register. The Chairman at first had believed that
some resolution might be found but the problem had
proven extremely complex. At his request a number
of individuals had considered the matter thoroughly.
The previous and present policy during strike was
business as usual as to deadlines, general procedures,
fees, etc. It was clear that if exceptions were made
there would be two important results:- (1) rather
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important and impressive inequities for those who had
registered on the information given and (2) a
serious administrative nightmare in various ways.
Most students have registered and their rights and
well-being must be protected such that places cannot
be held during course change period for others who
might or might not register; the process of add-drops
involved departments some of which were now picketed;
there undoubtedly would be later serious impacts in
other semesters if precedents were set; there could
be impact and difficulties in the present semester if
some other group were to strike later; it would be
inequitable and unfair to regularly registered
students if others could receive various services
without paying fees; various other important aspects.
He expressed regret that no suitable solution could be
identified but the inequities and administrative dif-
ficulties were real.
J. Young expressed pleasure that the President had
been accessible and open. He reported some difficulties
for graduate students and those with deferred grades
because of the shorter Library hours during the
semester break. He further noted the registration
problem for "conscience" and hoped that there would
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continue to be investigation of the problems as it?
could be anticipated that there could be strikes from
time to time.
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iv) The Chairman indicated that G. C. Hoyt had been elected
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to the Board of Governors to replace D. F. Gordon for
balance term of office from January 1, 1979 to May 31, 1981.
Secretary's Note:
The results of the election are as follows;
Ballots Cast 264
Ballots Spoiled 13
Individual Totals
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Banister
29
Bursill-Hall
31
Hoyt
85
McWhinney
36
Tuinman
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Weinberg
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5. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
i)
Paper S.79-1 M - Senate Nominating Committee
In the election of one Student Senator (alternate) to the
Senate Committee on Continuing Studies to replace D. McMillan
for remainder of term of office from date of election to
September 30, 1980,.P. L. Palmer being the only person
nominated was declared elected by acclamation.
ii)
Senate Committee on Undergraduate Studies
a)
Paper S.79-2 - Change in Calendar Descriptions
Faculty of Education
Acting in accordance with the authority delegated to it by
Senate(S.78-10) the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Studies
approved, at its meeting of November 21, 1978, the changes in
the calendar descriptions for the courses EDUC 422 and EDUC 424
as Bet forth in S.79-2. In accordance with s.78-10, this action
is being reported to Senate for information only.
b)
Paper S.79-3 M - Change in Program
Faculty of Education
Moved by N. R. Reilly, seconded by J. W. G. Ivany,
"That Senate approve and recommend approval to the Board
of Governors the change in requirements for a Minor in
Learning Disabilities as set forth in S.79-3."
Note: For students qualifying for a B.A., B.Sc., or B.G.S.
degree to have any Specific Educat
ion
Minor recognized in
their degree programs and entered on official records, it
is presently required that they have successfully completed
the Professional Development Program (as well as the
requirements for the Specific Minor; cf. page 244 in
1978/79 calendar).
The present proposal includes the removal of the
successful completion of the Professional Development
Program as a requirement to qualify for the Minor in Learning
Disabilities. In doing so, EDUC 401, Introduction to
Classroom Teaching and EDIJC 402, Studies of Educational
Theory and Practice are being dropped as prerequisites
for EDUC 422, Learning Disabilities and EDUC 424, Learning
Disabilities: Laboratory. Other prerequisites have been
substituted.
Professor M. F. Wideen of the Faculty of Education was
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seated to respond to questionin connection with the proposed changes.
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Speaking in opposition to the proposed changes, J. Tuinman
expressed concern that the changes to the program could result in giving
false impressions of providing diagnostic and remediation expertise which is
not possible without thorough training and practice. M. Wideen responded
that it was not intended that the program develop professionals in the area,
that the objective was to provide students, other than those taking the
P.D.P. Program, with the opportunity to take the minor. Responding to
queries from other Senators, M Wideen gave assurances that the changes
would not deny P.D.P. students entrance to the program because of large
enrolments, nor would the value of the program be reduced.
Question was called, and a vote taken.
MOTION CARRIED
b) Paper S. 79-4 M - New Course Proposal, Program Changes
Communication Studies
Moved by N.R. Reilly, seconded by K.Rieckhoff,
MOTION 1
. "That Senate approve and recommend approval to the Board of
Governors the new course proposal CMNS 360-4, Fundamentals
of Communication Research, as proposed in S. 79-4."
The possibility of having a prerequisite statement that
would recommend that students take an introductory statis-
tics course such as MATH 101, or its equivalent, prior to
taking CMNS 360 was discussed at the Senate Committee on
Undergraduate Studies, but was not favoured since it was
felt that such a prerequisite statement would discourage
•students from taking the course. The question of overlap
with PSYC 201 and EDUC 429 was also explored by the
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Committee.
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It was felt that in the absence of an estab-
lished University policy on statistics/methods courses,
there were no grounds on which to deny the Communications
Studies Department its own methods course.
The introduction of €MNS 360 leads to further changes in
the Communication Studies Program.
MOTION II
"That Senate approve and recommend approval to the Board of
Governors the following changes in the Communication Studies
Program:
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i) That CMNS 360 be added to the list of research methods
courses (presently CMNS 361, 362; S.A. 358; and POL. 415)
from which a student may choose in order to satisfy the
upper division requirement that students take a course in
research methods.
ii) That CMNS 360 be added as a "highly recommended" pre-re-
quisite for CMNS 402."
Professor W. Richards of the Department of Communication Studies was
seated to respond to question in connection with proposed changes.
A. Arrott commented that it was his understanding that MATH 101 previously
had been recommended by SCAP as a prerequisite for methods courses, with
SCUS to investigate implementation of this. Past efforts to establish a
University policy on statistics/methods courses, and the use of MATH 101 as a
prerequisite; the lack of success with policy formulation and implementation;
and the need to re-energize efforts to establish a policy were discussed.
J. Wheatley stated that Senate should ensure that MATH 101 be considered to
become a prerequisite for certain methods/statistics courses and he was
prepared to make a motion to this effect, but would not do so provided his
proposal was recorded in the minutes. There was general agreement with the
suggestion made by the Chairman that the matter be referred to the Academic
Vice-President's Office, with a report to be made to the next meeting of
Senate. T. Calvert felt the Department of Communication Studies should not
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be denied the course because an approved policy does not currently exist.
Question was called, and a vote taken.
MOTION CARRIED
Paper S. 79-5 M- Title Changes. Course Number Change
A. Acting in accordance with the authority delegated to it by
Senate (5. 78-10), the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Studies
approved the title changes listed below. This action is being
reported to Senate for information only.
Change in Title
1.
From CMNS 310, History of Communication Thought I
To CMNS 310, Communication Thought in the Evolution
of the Social Sciences I.
2.
From CMNS 410, History of Communication Thought II
To CMNS 410, Communication Thought in the Evolution
of the Social Science II.
Moved by N.R. Reilly, seconded by T. Calvert.
B. "That Senate approve and recommend approval to the Board of Governors
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a change in course number for CMNS 222-3, Communication and Cultural
Context, from CMNS 222-3 to CMNS 322-3."
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It is felt that this course is most appropriately numbered
at the 300-level and that it was numbered at the 200-level
at the time of its introduction due to misunderstanding or
error.
K. Okuda expressed concern about a 300-division course being offered
without a prerequisite. He noted that other CMNS 300-division
courses did have prerequisites stated in the Calendar. N.R. Reilly
felt it would be inappropriate for Senate to establish a prerequisite
and reliance should be placed on the Department.
Question was called, and a vote taken.
MOTION CARRIED
18 in favor
12 opposed
Paper S. 79-6 N - Change in Upper Division Requirements for
a Major
Moved by N.R. Reilly, seconded by D. Hauka,
"That Senate approve and recommend approval to the Board of
Governors that the component of the upper division require-
ments for a major or honours in Communications which states
that students must normally receive credit in the follow
courses:
d) at least one Of: S.A. 358 or PHIL 341
be replaced by the requirement:
d) at least one of: S.A. 358, PHIL 243, or PHIL 341."
PHIL 243, Studies in the Philosophy of Science, was previously
offered as G.S. 201. The change in designation was approved by
Senate at its meeting on December 4. The Senate Committee on
Undergraduate Studies considered that it was quite appropriate
to allow PHIL 245, Studies in the Philosophy of Science as an
alternative to PHIL 341, Philosophy of Science and S.A. 358,
the Philosophy.of the Social Scienôes. ?
In addition, the
Committee acknowledge the points put forward by the Department
regarding the recent changes in the prerequisites for PHIL 341.
It was noted that the first paragraph of the motion was not
correct. With the acceptance of the mover and seconder, it
was corrected to read.
"That Senate approve and recommend approval to the Board of
Governors that the component of the requirements for a degree
with a major or honours in Communications which states that
students must nortnally.receive credit in the following course- ....
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Responding to a question from J. Young, W. Richards advised that
consultation had taken place with both the Departments of Philosophy
and Sociology and Anthropology.
Question was called, and a vote taken.
MOTION CARRIED
c)
Paper S.79-7 M - Revisions to the Mathematical Physics
Honours Program
Moved by N. R. Reilly, seconded by K. Rieckhoff,
"That Senate approve and recommend approval to the Board of
Governors the changes proposed in the requirements for the
Mathematical Physics Honours Program as detailed in S.79-7"
The revision of the Mathematical Physics Honours Program was
precipitated by the recent revisions in the Physics program
which were approved at the meeting of Senate on December 4, 1978.
The current proposal results from lengthy discussions between
the two Departments of Mathematics and Physics and has the
support of both Departments.
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Question was called, and a vote taken.
MOTION CARRIED
d)
Paper S.79-8 M - Deletion of Courses Not Offered
Moved by N. R. Reilly, seconded by P. Palmer,
"That Senate approve and recommend approval to the Board of
Governors of the deletion of the following courses from the
calendar:
RUSS 404 History of the Russian Language II
PSYC 347 Motivation and Work
PSYC 415 Measurement
G.S. 075 Issues and Answers
MATH 403 Algebraic Theory of Automata.
Question was called, and a vote taken.
MOTION CARRIED
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Senate
Graduate
Studies Committee
a) Paper S.79-9
M - Political Science - Curriculum Changes
Moved by J. Wheatley, seconded by K. Rieckhoff,
"That Senate approve, and recommend approval to the
Board of Governors, as set forth in S.79-9, the
proposed graduate studies curriculum changes. in
Political Science, including:
(i)
Realignment of the existing program with number
changes, title changes, credit changes for
some courses
(ii)
new courses
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852-5
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863-5
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POL.
POL.
POL.
POL.
POL.
POL.
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POL.
POL.
POL.
POL.
POL.
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Normative Political Theory
Canadian Federalism
Comparative Government & Politics
Government & Politics of Industrialized
Countries
Government & Politics of Developing
Countries
Canadian Foreign Policy
Public Policy in Canada
Urban Government & Politics.
Public Administration
Development Administration
Political Parties
Ethnic Politics; A. Comparative Approach
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"K. Okuda enquired if the Senate and the Senate Committee on Graduate
Studies had established policies concerning contact/credit hour relationships.
J. Wheatley noted that generally a graduate course tends to run once a week for
as long as required and carries a vector of either 5 or 3 depending on the
discipline, but there is not rationalization across the university. The
University Review Committee recommendation stipulates that the criteria
for fulfilment of requirements is based on the courses required for
the degree, not credit hours."
Professor J.G. Benjamin of the Department of Political Science was
seated to respond to questions on the proposal.
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A. Timberlake enquired if there is a policy to move M.A. students
faster through programs and whether there is a trend elsewhere
to increased course work on research degrees, and whether this is
suitable. J. Wheatley indicated somewhat stronger efforts than
those of some years ago were taken to encourage students to
complete studies in appropriate times. There was no trend discer-
nable to increase course work, but many universities in Canada
called for 6 or more courses.
Responding to concerns expressed by some Senators, Professor
Benjamin informed Senate that certain core courses would be
available at least every second session with elective courses
offered less frequently, that the program would be more research
oriented and would be of interest to students from other univer-
sities and possibly to students with degrees in other disciplines.
Responding to a question raised by A. Arrott, Professor Benjamin
advised that introduction of the changes would not result in
increased cost to the University because personnel and resources
are presently available. H. Weinberg received information that
students without an adequate background may have to take more
than the minimum of 6 courses.
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A. Arrott drew attention to page 2 of the document which needed
correction. It was agreed that the necessary editorial changes
would be made by the Registrar in consultation with the Department.
Responding to a question raised by P. Palmer concerning the
Calendar statement that instruction may also be available in
French, Professor Benjamin advised that instruction would be given
in that language when it was of mutual benefit to the instructor
and students involved. R. Hobson considered the statement to be
confusing.
Moved by R. Hobson, seconded by A. Arrott,
"That the paragraph 'Although Political Science Graduate
courses are normally offered in English, instruction may
also be made available in French.' be deleted."
Question was called, and a vote taken.
AMENDMENT FAILED
N.R. Reilly was advised by Professor Benjamin that even with
the additional requirement of one course, the program require-
ments could be completed in two years.
Question was called, and a vote taken.
MOTION CARRIED
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On a motion by K. Rieckhoff, seconded by D. Hauka, Senate approved "that
the time of the open session be extended until the agenda is complete.
iv) Senate Committee on Academic Planning
a) Paper S. 79-10 M Proposed Graduate Programs
in Computing Science
Moved by J. Wheatley, seconded by K. Rieckhoff,
"That the Masters and Doctoral Programs be
recommended to Senate for approval.
Professor N. Cercone from the Department of Computing Science
was seated to respond to questions on the proposal.
J. Wheatley noted that approval of the proposal would not
automatically result in both the Master's and Ph .D programs
being implemented immediately, that they could be phased
into operation. Following suggestions made much earlier by
the reviewers, a number of changes had been made with full
approval of the Assessment Committee and Graduate Studies
Committee. Other senators expressed their enthusiastic
support of the programs.
Question was called, and a vote taken.
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MOTION CARRIED
J.. Wheatley requested that the minutes reflect that the motion
was approved unanimously.
V)
Senate Committee on Agenda and Rules
a) Paper S. 79-11 - Statements Proposed for Inclusion in
Calendar - For Information
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It is proposed that statements be included in the Undergraduate
Calendar and the Graduate Calendar as follows -- (subject to
legal, review of wording when appropriate).
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LIMITATION OF ENROLMENT
The University reserves the right to limit enrol-
ment and to limit the registration In, or to cancel
any of the courses listed. The curricula may also be
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changed, as deemed advisable by the Senate of the
University.
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2.
LIMIT OF RESPONSIBILITY
Simon Fraser University accepts no responsibility
for the interruption or continuance of any class or
course of instruction as a result of an act of God,
fire, riot, labour disruption, or any cause beyond the
control of Simon Fraser University.
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STUDENT CONDUCT
The University does not assume parental obliga-.
tions or responsibilities, but holds the student
responsible in matters of personal conduct. Any student
whose behaviour causes or is likely to cause wrongful
injury to any person, or damage to the University or its
property, or who unlawfully enters a building on the
campus, Is subject to disciplinary action and may be sus-
pended or expelled from the University, subject to
appeal to the Senate.
4.
INTELLECTUAL HONESTY, ACADEMIC DISCIPLINE
The standards and reputation, of a university are
a shared responsibility of faculty and students. A
prime aspect of the university's activities Is concerned
with the teaching-learning function. Intellectual
honesty is a cornerstone of the development and acquisi-
tion of knowledge which Itself is cumulative and depen-
dent on the contribution of others for further advances.
Intellectual honesty requires that the contribution of
others be acknowledged. At the undergraduate level much
of the work must Involve the consideration of
ideas and
material originally conceived or made accessible by
others. There is a significant difference between the
use of the acknowledged restatement of such ideas and
materials after intelligent assimilation, and the
unacknowledged literal reproduction of them. The
university insists on intellectual honesty In scholarship.
Intellectual dishonesty may take many forms, -- such
as verbatim and unauthorized copying of the works of
others, fraudulent obtaining of desired laboratory results,
the use of commercially prepared essays as 'a substitute
for one's own work, the submission of the same essay or
other work to more than one instructor for credit without
due explanation or prior approval, unauthorized use of
• material in examinations or tests, impersonation of another
student at
an
examination, misrepresentation of information
or falsification of academic records.
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Without limiting the generality of this section, and
dependent upon the seriousness of the offense, sanctions
imposed for various academic offenses may range from a
simple warning, by an instructor on a first offense of minor
plagiarism, to reimposition of the work assigned, to failure
on the particular assignment or fully onthe course, through
to denial of admission or readmission or to suspension (or
expulsion) from the University for repeated flagrant
offenses or for a single highly serious offense.
The University insists on scholarly integrity from
all its members and emphasizes that it will impose appro-
priate sanctions on those who directly or indirectly contri-
bute to the weakening of this integrity.
Procedures for student appeals in matters of academic
discipline will be applied consistent with section 39(s) of
the Universities' Act.
A. Timberlake indicated he desired to recommend to SCAR that the
wording of item 2, 'Limit of Responsibility', be changed to read:
"Simon Fraser University' accepts no responsibility for the
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as a result of any cause deemed by the courts to be beyond the
control of Simon Fraser University."
P. Palmer referred to item 3 pertaining to student conduct, with
some concern that student behaviour was being singled out from the
behaviour of other members of the community and that there was not
indication of explicit mechanism or procedure for dealing with
cases. D. Birch responded, 4greeing that concern was not only
with potential behaviour of students, but also others, but that the
statement was for calendar inclusion, a document largely for the
information of students. He indicated further that the question
of discipline, as it relates to other members of the community, is
under discussion in other forums, with advance being made in the
area of discipline as it relates to faculty members.
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With reference
to procedures, he observed that the Universities Act ascribes to the
President the right to act summarily on matters of student discipline
and the right to suspend,
, subject to appeal to Senate. It was the
opinion of SCAR that students have the right to know of this
provisjon whether or not the mechanisms are all in place to ensure
consistency and
,full equitability over time.
In response to some questions and comments, the Chairman indicated
the paper was before Senate for information and reaction, with
indication that if there were major concerns, the item could be
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referred back to the Committee for consideration and also to
seek legal advice, if required.
K. Rieckhoff suggested that statements of this kind are not
really subject to approval by Senate because they are fully
consistent with provisions of the Act and that they have come
before the body as a matter of courtesy and information, rather
than requiring a formal action or decision. Essentially the
limitation of enrollment under the Act rests with the Board of
Governors. The chair indicated that any suggestions or clear
reactions could be useful to the Committee.
D. Birch indicated the desire was to make the Calendar as
informative as possible, as there could be misunderstandings if
no information is given, particularly on item 1. The secretary
indicated that under procedures adopted by Senate some years ago,
all of the contents of the Calendar do not come forward to Senate
for approval of all statements and comments. Decisions of the
Board and of Senate are reflected therein and the Registrar's
Office is charged with editing updating and so forth, with
appropriate consultation with various bodies. Specifically
this material is before Senate, and later the Board, to ensure
that if there are prime concerns or suggestions, these can be
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considered and suitable follow-up action taken. In particular
Setate had been informed of the provisions of Section 37(5)
pertaining to academic, discipline and that SCAR would be bringing
material forward on that matter. The Committee believed it
desirable that a general statement appear in the next calendar
in order that students would have general information, particularly
As actions of suspension already had occurred. The Committee
fully intends to develop procedures and these will come forward
to Senate for discussion and formal approval.
J. Tuinman spoke to item 2 requesting some change in language,
particularly deletion of reference to act of God. D. McMillan
referred to the provision for a committee of appeal on academic
discipline and enquired when this paper would come back for
approval by Senate. K. Rieckhoff indicated that in his view
this would not be necessary under the provisions of the statute.
D. Birch indicated that it was not necessary for the paper to
return to Senate but that if there were significant concerns,
these should be addressed now in order that such concerns can be
taken care of.
A. Arrott requested that in item 4, paragraph 3, line 4, the
reference 'by an instructor' be deleted as action might be by
any one of a number of agents. M. Overholt drew attention to
the fact that in the final paragraph reference is to section
37(s) of the Act. E. Wells requested deletion of the word
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"highly" in the last line of paragraph 3. C. Hoyt suggested
some f
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changes to paragraph 3 could be useful and he would
B. Hoiweg asked if there had been legal opinion on these items,
particularly item 2. The chairman indicated that there would be
legal opinion on this matter. J. Young enquired from where
the provisions of item 2 were derived and the Secretary gave back-
ground information. The Committee had looked at entries for a
number of the universities in Canada following a request from the
previous President and that the statement parallelled that of
U. Vic. Such a statement would not prevent the University from
legal suit, but would give some indication of the position of the
institution relative to the points noted.
6.
REPORTS OF FACULTIES
There were no reports from Faculties.
7.
OTHER BUSINESS
There was no other business.
8.
NOTICES OF MOTION
There were no notices of motion.
In closing, the President paid tribute to Dr. D. Birch, complimenting
him on the outstanding job that he did while acting in several
positions, including that of President.
9.
INFORMATION
The assembly recessed briefly at 10:15 p.m. prior to moving into
Closed Session.
H.M. Evans
Secretary
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SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY. BURNABY, B.C.. CANADA V5A1S6
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT, 2914641
December 21st, 1978
qr. W. Gibson, Chairman
Universities Council of British Columbia
500 - 805 West Broadway
Vancouver, B. C. V5Z 11<1
Dear Dr. Gibson:
Today I received your letter conveying Council's
decision to defer consideration of the proposed B.Sc.
(Resource Management) program of our Kelowna School of
Resource Management. As I have told you by telephone,
I am very concerned about the extent to which the pro-
posed delay may compromise the potential for mounting a
first-rate program in Kelowna next Fall. In my letter of
September 25th I updated Council on the planning process
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and noted the necessity of receiving final approval by
February 1st.. We need your assurance that a decision will
be made in February. Even postponement to mid-February
will have a serious negative effect on our ability to
recruit outstanding faculty, to publicize the program and
attract good students and, indeed, to make arrange1ments
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for facilities. You mentioned that change in Council
membership contributed to the raising of additional ques-
tions. Newer members of Council will; of course, recognize
that the move to establish university centres in the Interior
of the Province was initiated by the Minister, that each of
the universities responded to that initiative, that the
Interior University Programs Board selected the Simon Fraser
approach and the location of Kelowna and recommended that
the Kelowna School of Resource Management be established
in 1978.
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While we have engaged enrgetica11y in planning
and program development it would be unfortunate if people
were to assume that to be solely at our own initiative.
This is the second year that we have, with official
encouragement, initiated faculty recruiting and I want to
reiterate the fact that this may be our last opportunity
to attract faculty of international stature. An innovative
program seen to have strong provincial support may be suffi-
ciently attractive. A tentative venture advertising for the
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Dr. W. Gibson
December 21st, 1978
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third time will not. Therefore, pending Council approval,
we must proceed with faculty recruiting on the assumption
that the program will be initiated in September. Of
course, we will not be able to offer employment to potential
faculty members, but to delay the entire process would
certainly guarantee the loss of promising candidates.
Your letter indicates that a special meeting of the
Universities Council has been scheduled for February 19th
and you told me by telephone that this would be an open
meeting at which all interested parties would have an
opportunity to express their opinions and that the meeting
would be held in the Holiday Inn in Vancouver. If such a
meeting is to be held, I cannot stress too strongly the
necessity to hold it in Kelowna. The universities and the
Ministry and, indeed, the Council have all recognized the
importance of significant Interior participation in decisions
about university programs in the Interior of the Province.
It would be a shame if insensitivity on this issue at this
stage were to contribute to the impression that a (primarily)
coastal group held hearings in Vancouver and determined the
fate of the Kelowna School.
Finally, you have alluded to having received several
letters expressing concern about the B.Sc. (Resource Manage-
ment) program. You know, of course, that President Kenny's
letter was addressed primarily to the need for greater con-
sultation regarding the additional moderate specialization
to result in a B.Sc. (Forest Resource Management. It was
partly on that basis that we concurred in the action of the
Program CoOrdinating Committee in referring the latter prO-
gram proposal back to us. However, we would appreciate
receiving copies of the letters you mentioned. Indeed, we
must be informed of any substantive concerns of Council
members if we are to play our part in assisting Council tO
reach an informed and timely decision.
I look forward to hearing from you on these matters.
It is, of course, our hope that Council will act quickly
to reinforce its earlier decision that a School of Resource
Management be established in Kelowna and we are doing our
utmost to ensure that the School rapidly becomes a centre
of excellence.
Yours sincerely,
iI
Daniel R. Birch
Acting President
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Dr. W. Gibson
December 21st, 1978
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Dr. P.L. McGeer, Minister of Education
Dr. W. Hardwick, Deputy Minister of Education
Dr. J. M. Munro, Director, Kelowna School of
Resource Management
Dr. H. Petch and Dr. A. Fischer, UVic.
Dr.. Kenny and Dr. R. Shearer, UC
Dr. R. Jeffels, Principal, Okanagan College
Members of the former Interior University Programs
Board
Kelowna School of Resource Management Advisory
Committee
Dr. M. Roberts, Dr. A. Doerr, KSRM Appointments
Committee
b.c.c. B.G. Wilson
J.P. Blaney
H.M. Evans
W. Wattamaniuk
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December 19th, 1978
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Dr. Daniel R. Birch
Acting President
Simon Fraser University.
Burnaby 2, B.C.
Dear Dr. Birch:
At its meeting of December 8th, 1978 the Program Coordinating
Committee passed the following notion:
That consideAation
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the
B. Sc. (Fo'tcot
Reoow'.ce
Management) pwgILam (P78. 13)
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the Kelowna Schooe
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Re4oww.e Management be ke.e,vred bath
to Simon
F'w.wt
Un.ve/t4A..ty
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cOn4uLtclUon.
At its meeting of Decer 18th, 1978 the Universities Council
passed the following
notion:
That con6A4eJw.tLon
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Simon
Fn.a4vt
UnLvet6i2y'4
B. Sc. (1e4owtce Management) p'tog'tam (P78.10) o
the KeLowna Schoot
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Resowtce Management bç
deex'Le4 pending a 4pec7La2 meeting
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the
Un.vetA.e,s CowtcL to take p&tceon Feb'uta.'uj 19th,
1979.
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The:
Universities Council felt that in the light of this very
significant undertaking in post-secoixiary education in British Columbia,
all parties who have expressed relevant opinions as well as others
interested
in
this matter should be invited to a meeting called
specifically for that pirpose.
Dr. Layton
has been instructed to coàrdiriate the details for this
meeting and will get in touch with you.
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WC.GibSon,
Chairman
M. D. F.R.C.P.
G/vad
cc to: Dr. G. Pedersen, President Elect, SF0
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Dr.
Kenny
and Dr. Shearer, UBC
Dr. Petch and Dr. Fischer, U. Vic.
