As approved at the March 19, 1999, meeting of Senate. Copies of Exhibits and Appendices not included in World Wide Web information are available from the University Secretariat, Room 290, Stevenson-Lawson Building.
The meeting was held at 1:00 p.m. in A. Brandon Conron Hall, University College.
SENATORS: 79
J. Adams, D. Banting, P. Barker, D. Bell, D. Bentley, D. Bevan, D. Braun, R. Bryan, P. Cain, C. Callaghan, J. Clayman, M. Cole, R. Coulter, R. Darnell, P. Davenport, J. Davies, P. Deane, C. Down, D. Fairbairn, M. Floryan, J. Garnett, W. Gibson, R. Harris, R. Holt, J. Hore, B. Hovius, N. Huner, D. Jorgensen, Y. Kang, A. Katz, G. Killan, M. Kissel, D. Kuntz, S. Lupker, J. MacKinnon, T. Macuda, A. Malowitz, I. Martin, M. Mathur, J. McKay, K. McKellar, D. McLachlin, R.Y. McMurtry, M. McNay, K. McQuillan, P. Mercer, G. Moran, D.G. Muñoz, A. Norris, K. Okruhlik, A. Oosterhoff, A. Pearson, M. Pendakur, H. Polatajko, A. Prabhakar, D. Rosner, J. Roth , K. Rowe, C. Russell, R. Shroyer, E. Skarakis-Doyle, D. Small, J. Snyder, D. Spencer, J. Stokes, S. Tan, D. Taub, I. Thomsen, B. Timney, R. Toft, S. Usprich, J. Van Fleet, A. Vandervoort, G. Weese, C. Weldon, D. Williamson, E. Wood, R. Young, M. Zamir
Observers: I. Armour, D. Jameson, R. Tiffin, A. Varpalotai
By Invitation: S. Singh, J. Thorp
The minutes of the meeting of January 22, 1999, were approved with the inclusion of A. Varpalotai in the list of those in attendance.
Dr. Davenport reported on the following issues: The Federal Budget; Ontario's Biotechnology Strategy; and the Double Cohort, Long-Term Enrolment, and Public Reinvestment in Ontario's Universities. He highlighted his presentation with slides, copies of which are attached as Appendix 1 to these minutes.
Discussion focused on the double cohort issue. Questions included:
Dr. Davenport stated that it is hoped that the new curriculum is at least as strong as the old; therefore, students from either program should have an equal chance of acceptance to university.
Discussions with the Ministry regarding financing are in the early stages. COU will urge the government to give equal weight in future grant increases to quality enhancement and enrolment growth. At least one-half of any increase in grants should go to quality enhancement at current enrolment levels and funding for double cohort should remain permanently with universities for quality enhancement.
Dr. Moran provided an overview of the preliminary budget recommendations contained in the Report of the President exhibit, circulated with the agenda. The presentation covered the current fiscal planning environment, recommended allocations to the Faculties, including Enrolment Contingent and special program-related funding, student aid programs and proposed tuition fee levels. He highlighted his presentation with the use of slides, copies of which are attached as Appendix 2 to these minutes.
Dr. Davenport reported that in a recent meeting with the medical students about financial aid, they suggested that it is preferable that the first year bursary not rise above $2600 over the next three years so that more funds would be available for allocation on the basis of individual assessment. Dr. Harris advised that this request is under consideration.
On behalf of the students in the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, Dean McMurtry voiced concern about high tuition fee and its impact on students' accessibility. Dr. Moran acknowledged these concerns.
Mr. Armour asked if funds will be set aside in Faculty budgets to conduct impact studies. Dr. Moran replied that funds will be available and discussions are proceeding with the Office of Institutional Planning and Budgeting in this regard. Detailed surveys are necessary to monitor changes in both the applicant pool and students enrolling to determine whether there might be discrimination based on financial need. During the last year all deans have attempted to gather that information and 澳门六合彩开奖预测 is engaged in a survey with several other Ontario universities to examine the issue of student debt.
Ms. Martin contended that two critical assumptions were made when the medical resident tuition fee was approved last year: (1) that all Ontario medical schools planned to institute a tuition fee and (2) medical residents would not be required to pay back their OSAP loan during their residency. She stated that only 澳门六合彩开奖预测 and the University of Toronto charge a medical resident tuition fee and medical residents are required to pay back their OSAP loan during their residency because they are not considered students.
Dr. Davenport announced that today 澳门六合彩开奖预测's Unity Group (Presidents of faculty, student, and staff associations) met with regional members of the provincial legislature to discuss actions that the Government of Ontario should take to reverse the severe underfunding of Ontario's universities and access and student debt. Dr. Davenport stated that he and the Provost are committed to conducting a university-wide survey with regard to student debt.
Ms. Joyce Garnett, Director of Libraries, gave a presentation in response to the questions posed by Professor Jorgensen at the last Senate meeting concerning the library system and serials collections. The detailed responses are contained in Exhibit I of the agenda issued for the meeting.
Asked if there an Ontario-wide effort to maintain select journals, given the number of universities and libraries, Ms. Garnet stated that all university libraries in Ontario and elsewhere are cancelling journals but are trying do so do without undermining the research base that exists. A few years ago the libraries in Ontario came to an agreement whereby each university library would assume responsibility for a certain portion and certain titles and would guarantee to hold these for at least five years so that there would be a guarantee that there would be at least one copy within the system. That agreement expires in about two years. The difficulty is that the decisions are often made on the basis of cost per use. Very highly priced journals with low consultation rates become the object of consideration. There is an agreement among university libraries in Ontario to share their resources: a system is in place which transmits an image of articles through the Internet and a truck which provides a one to two day delivery time. Resource sharing is ongoing and there has been some effort to guard the titles, but it comes down to institutional priorities and whether or not that can be maintained is up in the air. This agreement must be revisited two years from now to see if it can survive given the current situation.
Ms. Garnett concluded her remarks by suggesting that the Provost strike a task force to examine scholarly communication and collections. Dr. Moran agreed to take the suggestion under advisement.
Responding to a question raised at the last meeting about the McIntosh Gallery 125th Anniversary Campaign, Dr. Davenport stated that the McIntosh Gallery Renovation project is evidence of 澳门六合彩开奖预测's strong commitment to preserving the University's art collection. A chair and deputy chair of the Gallery fundraising campaign have been appointed, and many "friends of the Gallery" have indicated that they see this project as a very positive development for the Gallery.
Dr. Mercer referred to a letter from Professor S. Lupker to the Editor of 澳门六合彩开奖预测 News which appeared in the February 18, 1999, edition. In his letter, referring to a student appeal involving academic accommodation, Professor Lupker stated that he had been "informed by a member of SRBA, [that] word had come down from higher-ups in the Administration that SRBA had to rule in favor of the student and, thus, the committee members held their noses and voted as requested."
Dr. Mercer stated that Professor Lupker's claims are very serious: "They assert that an unnamed member of SRBA breached its confidence, that unnamed members of the Administration interfered externally and directly in SRBA's deliberations on a particular case, that all the sitting members of SRBA willfully abrogated their responsibilities as members of an independent adjudicative body of Senate by voting not on the merits of the case but in line with the alleged external directive from the senior administration. If these claims are substantiated, then Senate must deal with the clear violation of its rules and express its view of clear misbehavior." He asked Professor Lupker if he would justify the claims set out in his letter by identifying the individuals and giving the specific details of the allegations.
Professor Lupker stated that he was given the information on the understanding that the individual would not be identified. In his view, people who have the "courage to come forth and [provide this kind of information] shouldn't have to answer for this later on." He added that the information given to him was corroborated by another person.
Dr. Mercer stated that he did not find Professor Lupker's response to be acceptable, nor did he believe that Senate found it acceptable. "In the name of making sweeping generalizations against unnamed members of the Administration and against unnamed members of SRBA, allegations which if proven would justify at least discipline and possibly dismissal, Professor Lupker now says 'I'm sorry, I can't substantiate the allegations because they're hearsay.'" He again asked Professor Lupker to either substantiate the allegations or withdraw them.
Professor Lupker said he didn't understand what he was being asked to withdraw. "I am not privy to the discussions at SRBA or any other body and therefore cannot state what went on. All I can do is report what was told to me. If Professor Mercer would like me to withdraw the claim that somebody told me this, I'm afraid that I can't do that because it would be untrue. If Professor Mercer would like me to withdraw the claim that this is what happened, I feel perfectly free in doing so because in fact I never claimed that this is what happened. What I claimed is that this is what I was told."
Dr. Mercer said he would not pursue the matter further at this meeting. "I have made the request. I've given the opportunity to Professor Lupker [to respond]. I have explained the foundation for the concerns which I have expressed on behalf of Senate. I express them also as a member of the Administration, potentially named in this generalized description, and as the General Counsel because one of the implications of the claims being made in this letter, albeit relayed by an unnamed source, would be that that decision made by SRBA would be invalid."
On behalf of the Operations/Agenda Committee, it was moved by K. McQuillan, seconded by J. Clayman,
That the following Senate meeting dates for 2000 be approved, with all meetings to begin Fridays at 1:00 p.m:
January 28
March 3
March 24
April 14
May 19
June 23
September 22
October 20
November 17
December 8
CARRIED
S.99-33a Spring Convocation - June 2000
It was moved by K. McQuillan, seconded by N. Huner,
That Spring Convocation 2000 be scheduled from Tuesday, June 6 through Friday, June 9.
CARRIED
S.99-33b Fall Convocation - October 2000
It was moved by K. McQuillan, seconded by N. Huner,
That Fall Convocation 2000 be scheduled on Thursday, October 26, and Friday, October 27.
CARRIED
D. Small was elected as a member to the Nominating Committee to complete the term of E. Gillese who has resigned (term to November 1999).
It was moved by K. McQuillan, seconded by P. Deane,
That the composition of the Honorary Degrees Committee be amended as follows:
Nine members, one of whom must be a student who is a member of Senate, elected by Senate.
CARRIED
On behalf of SCAPA, it was moved by B. Timney, seconded by N. Huner,
That a Four-Year General BA in Arts be introduced in the Faculty of Arts, effective September 1, 1999.
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(To be inserted after "Three Year Programs" on p.41 of the 1999 Calendar)
FOUR-YEAR GENERAL PROGRAMS
Faculty of Arts four-year general programs offer students the opportunity to extend their studies for a further year at a more advanced level. These programs are more widely recognized than three-year degree programs, but they do not have the same progression or graduation requirements as honors programs, they do not require the same degree of concentrated study of a particular subject at the 300 and 400 levels, and they may not be used as a basis for admission to graduate school. Each program introduces students to the subject as a whole, and gives them some degree of mastery of it. A minimum of fifteen courses (including both principal courses and options) is required in the three senior years. The structure of each four-year general program is established by the department concerned; however, the following general regulations apply.
Students in four-year general programs must declare a major area of concentration and may also declare a minor area of concentration or a second major area. Major and minor areas of concentration will appear on their degrees. After first year, major areas of concentration require 7.5 senior courses in the major area. Minor areas of concentration require 5.0 senior courses in a second area.
Major and minor areas of concentration for four-year degree programs must be declared when registering for fourth year. Prior to fourth year, students must satisfy the admission and progression requirements for three-year degree programs as set out in the Programs/Progression section of the UWO Academic Calendar. For admission into fourth year, an average of 60% must be obtained on courses taken in third year, and an average of at least 60% must be obtained on principal courses taken in each of second and third years, with a passing grade obtained on each principal course.
Students in 4-year general programs must complete graduation requirements within the first 26 courses attempted, including repeated courses. Students in a 4-year general program are still required to satisfy the basic graduation requirements for the 3-year program (15 passes, with an average of at least 60%, and satisfaction of all distribution requirements) within their first 20 course attempts.
The requirement for graduation is completion of a program of twenty courses subject to the following conditions:
a) Satisfactory completion of five courses numbered 001-099, including at least one course from each of two of the Faculties of Arts, Science and Social Science (or the equivalent in departments in the Affiliated Colleges) or an approved alternate. The five courses must include at least four different subjects and no more than two courses may be taken in one subject.
b) Satisfactory completion of at least one course from each of the Faculties of Arts, Science and Social Science (or the equivalent in departments in the Affiliated Colleges) or an approved alternate.
c) Satisfactory completion of at least four designated essay courses, at least three of which must be numbered 100 or higher, and at least two of which must be taken in the area of major concentration. The four essay courses must be completed through The University of 澳门六合彩开奖预测 Ontario or one of its affiliated colleges. There is no retroactive essay course credit for courses completed prior to September 1984.
d) Satisfactory completion of one or more major areas of concentration is a graduation requirement. The courses specified for a major or minor area of concentration must be completed with an average of at least 60% and at least five of the 7.5 senior courses specified for a major area of concentration must be completed through The University of 澳门六合彩开奖预测 Ontario or one of its affiliated colleges.
e) Inclusion of no more than thirteen courses in one subject among the twenty courses of the program.
f) Satisfactory completion of at least thirteen senior courses (numbered 100-499).
g) Achievement of a mark of 50% or higher in each of the twenty courses counted for graduation.
h) Achievement of an overall numerical average of 60% in the twenty courses counted for graduation.
i) Not more than five courses may be taken at another university on a Letter of Permission. A minimum of fifteen courses, at least ten of which must be senior, must be completed at this university or one of the affiliated colleges.
j) Students admitted with advanced standing are required to complete a minimum of ten courses offered by the University or one of the affiliated colleges.
The Four-Year Bachelor of Arts General Diploma is a means of granting appropriate recognition to those students who successfully complete the requirements for a four-year general degree after graduation from a three-year program. The awarding of this diploma permits 澳门六合彩开奖预测 to grant this recognition without conferring a second baccalaureate degree.
Students who have been awarded a 3-year BA or BSc degree by this or by another accredited university may be eligible to pursue a Bachelor of Arts General Diploma.
Applicants apply for admission as special students and must contact the Department(s) concerned after required documentation has been received. Applications will generally be accepted provided that requirements equivalent to those for graduation with a 3-year degree from 澳门六合彩开奖预测 have been met.
In evaluating an application for admission, the Department reviews all previous course work completed by the candidate and, on that basis, determines and prescribes the course work to be completed. The work required will not be fewer than five senior courses of which at least four must be from among those designated as principal courses of each major area in the program.
Five full or equivalent courses must be taken at The University of 澳门六合彩开奖预测 Ontario, not including courses taken to satisfy the graduation requirements for the earlier degree.
Graduation requirements are the same as for a four-year general program.
CARRIED
It was moved by N. Huner, seconded by T. Macuda,
That a Four-Year General BA in Philosophy be introduced in the Faculty of Arts, effective September 1, 1999.
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(To be inserted after "Three-Year BA", formerly "Area of Concentration", in the Philosophy section on p.47 of the 1999 Academic Calendar)
FOUR-YEAR GENERAL BA IN PHILOSOPHY
Admission Requirements
A mark of at least 60% in Philosophy 020E or 021 or 022E. Students who have not taken Philosophy 020E or 021 or 022E may enter the program if they have an average of at least 60% in three first-year courses. These students must either take Philosophy 020E or 021 or 022E in their second year or take an additional senior Philosophy course.
After First Year
For a major area of concentration, at least 7.5 senior Philosophy courses of which at least 3.5 must be honors courses and at least 1 must be numbered 300 or higher. Courses taken must include Philosophy 200F/G, 201F/G, 210F/G, and 211F/G. Students who had Philosophy 020E as an introductory course are exempted from the 200F/G and 201F/G course requirements. Students who had Philosophy 022E are exempted from the requirement to take 210F/G and 211F/G. Students registered in Philosophy at the Constituent University may substitute Philosophy 130E for 210F/G and 211F/G.
Requirements for a minor area of concentration in Philosophy in a four-year general program are the same as those for an area of concentration in a three-year BA (see above).
The four-year general degree is not designed to be used as a basis for admission to do graduate studies in Philosophy.
NOTE: Also see FOUR-YEAR GENERAL PROGRAMS in the ARTS section.
CARRIED
It was moved by N. Huner, seconded by D. Jorgensen,
That the English and Drama Program be withdrawn in the Faculty of Arts, effective January 1, 1999.
CARRIED
As a result of the withdrawal of the program, all Theatre Arts courses listed in the academic calendar were also withdrawn.
It was moved by Y. Kang, seconded by M. Zamir,
That, effective September 1, 1999, a Four-Year BSc Honors Applied Quantitative Information Technology program be introduced in the Faculty of Science.
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The Applied Quantitative Information Technology program is administered jointly by the Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistical and Actuarial Sciences Departments. It is designed to provide a broad background in the mathematical sciences in the first two years, and to allow specialization through informed choice in the following two years. The objective is to efficiently prepare students with the basic mathematical, statistical, and computational training and skills that are in demand in industry. An industrial advisory board, made up of members representing a wide range of application areas, provides guidance concerning the structure and evolution of the program. See the program outline in the Applied Mathematics section.
Students are encouraged to pursue industry internships following the second and/or third year of the program.
Four-Year BSc Honors Applied Quantitative Information Technology
Admission Requirements
Principal Courses
Calculus 050a/b and 051a/bComputer Science 025a or 026a/b, and 027a/b
Linear Algebra 040a/b
Statistical Sciences 023a/b
Subsidiary Courses
Two options (Statistical Sciences 024a/b is recommended)
Note: Engineering 211F/G "Engineering Communications" must be completed before graduation from this program.
Second Year
Principal Courses
Calculus 250a/b and 251a/b
Applied Mathematics 213b or Mathematics 203b
Statistical Sciences 255 and 257a
Two full-course equivalents chosen from: Applied Mathematics 261b, Computer Science 210a/b, 211a/b, Differential Equations 215a; course selection must be approved by program counsellors.
Third and Fourth Years
Principal Courses
The half-course from second year that has not already been completed, to be taken in third year
Actuarial Science 325a/b, to be taken in the third year
Applied Mathematics 310a/b, to be taken in the third year
Six and one-half additional courses at the 200-level or higher, normally from the departments administering the program, which have been approved by the program counsellors. (Course streams that lead to various specializations have been identified by the departments, but choice is not necessarily restricted to these streams.)
Subsidiary Courses
Two options approved by the program counsellors
CARRIED
The Chair announced that the item detailing the Introduction of a Four-Year BSc in Honors Chemistry and Economics is withdrawn from consideration at this meeting.
It was moved by D. Jorgensen, seconded by D. Small,
That a Latin American Studies Minor Program be introduced in the Faculty of Social Science, effective September 1, 1999.
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LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES
Latin American Studies has the status of a Minor field of study for students registered in a Three- or Four-Year BA/BACS/BSc program in the Faculty of Social Science.
In order to complete the requirements for a Latin American Studies Minor field, students must successfully complete their program requirements and obtain credit in at least four full-course equivalents from the courses listed below. These must be from at least three different departments.
(Note: These courses may be counted for credit towards both the Latin American Studies minor and completion of the main area of concentration.)
Anthropology 216F/G, 232F/G; Geography 390a/b; History 238E, 348E; Political Science 241E; Sociology 485F/G; Spanish 203F/G, 219F/G, 343F/G, 344F/G, 346F/G, 348F/G, 403F/G, 405F/G; Women's Studies 259F/G.
Note: Some courses have prerequisites. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they have obtained the prerequisites or special permissions for the courses they wish to take as part of the Latin American Studies Minor field. Prerequisites do not count as credits toward the fulfilment of requirements for the Minor. Please note that not all courses are offered every year. While not required, it is recommended that students take at least one Spanish language course.
In addition to the courses listed above, students may also be interested in taking one or more of the following courses which are at least partially focussed on Latin America. (Note: these cannot be counted towards the Minor.) Anthropology 211F/G; Geography 129a/b, 130a/b, 155a/b, 341a/b, 389a/b; History 027E; Political Science 240E, 365F/G; Sociology 100E, 237.
CARRIED
It was moved by N. Huner, seconded by B. Timney,
That the dates of Study Week for the Faculty of Law be changed to February 7 to 11 for the year 2000.
CARRIED
It was moved by N. Huner, seconded by D. Jorgensen,
That, effective commencing with the 2000-2001 academic year, the following changes be made to transcripts and to the reporting of grades:
University-wide grade descriptors
A+ 90-100 one could scarcely expect better from a student at this level
A 80-89 superior work which is clearly above average
B 70-79 good work, meeting all requirements, and eminently satisfactory
C 60-69 competent work, meeting requirements
D 50-59 fair work, minimally acceptable
F below 50 Fail
In some Faculties, failing grades are distinguished as follows:
E 40-49 Fail with supplemental examination privileges
F below 40 Fail
and,
That an annual report by SCAPA be made to Senate showing average grades and distribution, by Faculty.
Professor Thorp gave an overview of the recommendation. The changes give more information on transcripts for potential employers, graduate schools, and other users. He highlighted his presentation with the use of overheads copies of which are attached as Appendix 3 to these minutes.
Professor Thorp said that class average would be calculated for each individual section rather than for the whole course. This method is better to recognize the good students, i.e., if there are 10 sections of a given course, 10 students can come first in their class rather than 1 student coming in first if the average of the overall course average is used.
Concerns were raised about the use of ranking and the implications of adding the ranking by section. Senators also raised the issue of discrepancies between sections of a single course and the implications of these. Professor Thorp acknowledged that whatever changes are made it is possible that someone will be disadvantaged in some situation. He confirmed that points 1 and 2 of the motion are to be applied on a university-wide basis. In response to a comment that some professional programs do not fit into the typical course credit matrix found in first entry Faculties, he noted that what is proposed is to serve as the base line arrangement for all Faculties.
With regard to the reasons for assessing failures as 40%, Professor Thorp stated that one of the debates is about whether it is better to present the average or the median. The argument against the average is that one may get a number of people who received a mark of zero because they did not submit course work. If a number of zeros are used in the calculation, the average is lowered in a way that does not accurately represent the reality of the course. If failures are assessed at 40% the advantages of both average and median are secured. When asked why only the passing grades were included in item 2, he said that SCAPA believed that it would be ungracious to note that the student had both failed and been ranked 32 out of 33.
When asked about the cost and timing of the initiative, the Registrar stated that the PeopleSoft system that is being implemented would be able to handle the additional information since there is sufficient lead time before the beginning of the 2000-2001 academic year.
It was moved by J. Clayman, seconded by M. Zamir,
That Recommendation 2) be amended to read as follows:
That for passing grades the class size (i.e., section) be added to the transcript (including failures in the enrollment).
CARRIED
A motion moved and seconded to amend recommendation 1) by striking the word section and inserting in its place the word course was DEFEATED.
A motion moved and seconded to close debate was DEFEATED.
It was moved by R. Holt, seconded by A. Katz,
That the main motion be amended by deleting the recommendation "That an annual report by SCAPA be made to Senate showing average grades and distribution, by Faculty".
The amendment was called and DEFEATED.
It was moved by R. Coulter, seconded by A. Vandervoort,
That the main motion be amended by including a statement that the annual report by SCAPA include the entry average of incoming students.
The amendment was called and CARRIED.
The Chair restated the motion as amended:
University-wide grade descriptors
A+ 90-100 one could scarcely expect better from a student at this level
A 80-89 superior work which is clearly above average
B 70-79 good work, meeting all requirements, and eminently satisfactory
C 60-69 competent work, meeting requirements
D 50-59 fair work, minimally acceptable
F below 50 Fail
In some Faculties, failing grades are distinguished as follows:
E 40-49 Fail with supplemental examination privileges
F below 40 Fail
and,
That an annual report by SCAPA be made to Senate showing average grades and distribution, by Faculty, and the entry average of incoming students.
CARRIED
It was moved by N. Huner, seconded by E. Skarakis-Doyle,
S.99-44a That all Bachelor/Baccalaureate degree diplomas include the student's Area(s) of Concentration, effective January 1, 1999, and
That the option of requesting a replacement diploma be available to students who graduated prior to 1999 upon payment of the diploma replacement fee.
CARRIED
S.99-44b It was moved by N. Huner, seconded by D. Jorgensen,
That Senate reaffirm that :
1) all diplomas (for degree programs and diploma programs) and that certificates (for certificate programs) will be in English
2) all and only Honorary Degree diplomas will be in Latin, and
3) programs approved by Senate for diplomas/certificates not in English, e.g., the Certificat de Français Pratique will be exceptions to this policy.
Asked why only Honorary Degree diplomas will be in Latin, Dr. Harris advised that the costs associated with producing diplomas in Latin are significant.
The question was called and CARRIED.
S.99-45a International and Comparative Studies Courses at Huron College
It was moved by N. Huner, seconded by D. Jorgensen,
That the following International and Comparative Studies courses be introduced at Huron College with course descriptions as outlined below, effective September 1,1999:
1) ICS 156F/G: Cultural Foundations of Modern Korea
2) ICS 181F/G: Twentieth Century Japan: Society and Literature
3) ICS 171F/G: Women in East Asian Literature: Images in Literature
4) ICS 226: Japanese 4
5) ICS 240a/b: Business Chinese
6) ICS 390: Special Topics in Japanese
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ICS 156F/G: Cultural Foundations of Modern Korea
An examination of the forces that have shaped Korean culture, with particular attention to the ways in which political,
social, economic, and aesthetic influences are reflected in Korean literature, theatre, and cinema. Taught in English using
works in translation.
3 hours
ICS 181F/G: Twentieth Century Japan: Society and Literature
The transformation of Japanese society from the latter half of the nineteenth century to the present, viewed through
literature. Taught in English using works in translation.
3 hours
ICS 171F/G: Women in East Asia Society: Images in Literature
An examination of the roles of women in Chinese, Korean, and Japanese society as depicted in literature, with emphasis on
the novel and short story of the twentieth century. Taught in English using works in translation.
3 hours
ICS 226: Japanese 4
This course builds on the skills developed in ICS 126 (Japanese 3). Students will read Japanese literature, newspapers and
journals, develop skills in conversation and discussion of topics related to the readings, and develop practical writing skills.
Students will develop comprehension skills by using Japanese radio and television broadcasts, as well as works in
Japanese on the world wide web and internet.
Prerequisite: ICS 126 or placement test
4 hours
ICS 240a/b: Business Chinese
Develops specific knowledge and skills in business communication. Translation, interpretation and writing skills will be
fostered by the study of business terminology and business correspondence. Students will also be introduced to styles of
business negotiation.
Prerequisite: ICS 024 or 124 or 144a/b
3 hours
[Note: ICS 144a/b has not yet been approved; a submission will follow shortly.]
ICS 390: Special Topics in Japanese
Further studies in Japanese language and/or culture.
Prerequisite: ICS 226 or permission of the department
3 hours
CARRIED
S.99-45b Anthropology 234F/G and Foods and Nutrition 364a/b and 373a/b at Brescia College
It was moved by N. Huner, seconded by D. Jorgensen,
That the following courses be introduced at Brescia College with course descriptions as outlined below, effective September 1,1999:
1) Anthropology 234F/G: Andean Prehistory
2) Foods & Nutrition 364a/b: Nutrition, Aging and Health
3) Foods & Nutrition 373a/b: Nutrition for a Physically Active Lifestyle
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Anthropology 234F/G: Andean Prehistory
This course studies the prehistoric cultures of Andean South America. The arrival of humans and adaptations of early
foragers and food producers will be surveyed. The rise of civilization and increasing social complexity will be traced
through the archaeological records of Andean cultures including Chavin, Moche, Tiahuanaco Chimu and Inca.
Prerequisite: Anthropology 020E or Anthropology 025F/g and Anthropology 026F/G or Anthropology 100.
3 hours, half course.
FN 364a/b: Nutrition, Aging and Health
A study of the relationships among nutrition, aging and health including the current and projected aged Canadian
population, their nutritional needs, limitations (economic, physical, behavioral, etc) to meeting those needs, nutrition/age
related health issues and program/services available or needed.
Prerequisite: FN 021, or FN 235a/b plus FN 241a/b.
3 lecture hours, half course.
FN 373a/b: Nutrition for a Physically Active Lifestyle
An integrative study of the impact of various levels of physical activity on nutritional needs and food and nutrient intakes
based on current research with attention to popular half-truths and myths.
Prerequisite: FN 021 (with a mark of at least 60%) or FN 235a/b.
3 lecture hours, half course.
CARRIED
S.99-45c History 147a and 148b at King's College
It was moved by N. Huner, seconded by D. Jorgensen,
That History 147a: Korean Social and Cultural History before 1900 and 148b: Korean Social and Cultural History since 1900, be introduced at King's College, effective September 1, 1999.
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History 147a: Korean Social and Cultural History Before 1900
A social and cultural history of Korea from ancient times to the end of the nineteenth century. Emphasis will be placed on
the Three Kingdoms, Silla, Koryo, and Choson periods.
2 lecture hours, half course.
(King's).
History 148b: Korean Social and Cultural History Since 1900
A social and cultural history of Korea in the twentieth century. The course will focus on the early 20th century Japanese
colonialism, the Korean war, and post war Korea.
2 lecture hours, half course.
(King's).
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The Subcommittee on Teaching Awards (SUTA) has chosen the following faculty members as recipients of The Edward G. Pleva Award for Excellence in Teaching for 1998-1999: Gregory Dickinson, Faculty of Education; Lorne Falkenstein, Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts; Roland A. Haines, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science; and Douglas Kneale, Department of English, Faculty of Arts.
The Subcommittee on Teaching Awards (SUTA) has chosen James Rourke, Department of Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, as the recipient of The UWO Award for Excellence in Teaching by Part-Time Faculty for 1998-1999.
The Subcommittee on Teaching Awards (SUTA) has chosen Alison Conway, Department of English, Faculty of Arts, as the recipient of The Marilyn Robinson Award for Excellence in Teaching for 1998-1999.
Senate was informed that in response to the Report of the Provost's Advisory Committee on Undergraduate Degrees and Programs, which was received last summer, SCAPA formed a subcommittee to work on a proposal to alter the matrix within which the University's undergraduate programs are offered. A proposal was submitted to SCAPA in January, and then circulated to Deans for comment. SCAPA's subcommittee is now revising the proposal to take account of the many suggestions that have been received. The proposal will be brought to Senate in due course.
SCAPA has approved on behalf of the Senate the Terms of Reference for new scholarships, awards and prizes, for recommendation to the Board of Governors through the Vice-Chancellor:
Professor Thorp advised Senate that many responses were received by SCAPA to a request for comments on proposed revisions to the policy and handbook on Academic Accommodations for Students with Disabilities. The documents had been circulated to Deans' offices in January and replies were received from deans, chairs and other interested parties. SCAPA will be making revisions in light of these consultations and expects to bring a motion on the subject to the March meeting of Senate.
SCUP has approved on behalf of Senate the terms of reference for the following new scholarships, bursaries, prizes and awards for recommendation to the Board of Governors, through the Vice-Chancellor.
Announcements & Communications, detailed in Exhibit V, were provided for information.
The report of the Academic Colleague on the 244th Meeting of the Council of Ontario Universities, detailed in Exhibit VI, was received for information. Topics discussed at the meeting included: Advocacy Agenda, Colloquium on Learning Technologies and the Universities, Digital Library, Canada Millennium Foundation, and Grade 12 Exit Examinations.
The meeting adjourned at 3:50 p.m.
Signed by:
P. Davenport, Chair
J.K. Van Fleet, Secretary