Senate Minutes - January 29, 2003

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The regular meeting of the university Senate took place on Wednesday, 29 January 2003, 3pm, in Tweedie Hall.

Present as members of Senate:
W. MacKay (Chair), R. Summerby-Murray, D. Cameron, G. MacKay, W. McMullen, C. Riggs, F. Baerlocher, P. Baker, M. Fancy, M. Fox, K. Hamer, C.P. Hunter, C. Hunter, R. Macpherson, H. Patterson, A. Paskauskas, J. vanderLeest, W. Godfrey, R. Hudson, R. Lapp, J. Rogers, R. Rosebrugh, C. Baker, T. Belke, M. Blagrave, P. Bryden, I. Cohen, E. Dawe, A. Fancy, B. Fleming, R. Hawkes, T. Holownia, R. Ireland, M. Lee, B. McNally, L. Michaelis, P. Sianchuk, J. Read, R. Thompson, J. Bourque, D. MacDonald, M. Belding, A. Wasylishen, T. Shaw, L. McGinnis, B. Seamone.

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Regrets:
M. Boehringer, P. Bogaard, J. Stone

Observers:
R. Beattie, D. Drover, E. Steuter, A. Walsh

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01.01.03 Approval of the Agenda
Approved as circulated. Additional attachments distributed to those present.

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02.01.03 Approval of the Minutes of 28 November 2002
A. Fancy asked that the phrase ‘would contravene' on page 11 be replaced with ‘might contravene'. P. Baker moved, second C. Hunter, that the minutes be approved with this alteration. CARRIED.

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03.01.03 Business arising from the Minutes
None

04.01.03 Announcements and Questions
None

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05.01.03 Report from the Committee on Committees
J. Read advised that C. Grant had resigned from three committees. Nominations for these positions were made as follows:

(a).	The Research and Creative Activities Committee. Moved J. Read, seconded B. Fleming, that B. Robertson be elected to this committee. CARRIED.
(b).	The Academic Appeals Committee. Moved J. Read, seconded P. Baker, that C. Brett be elected to this committee. CARRIED.
(c).	The Committee to recommend on the appointment to the named chair in English. Moved J. Read, seconded B. Fleming, that P. Bogaard be elected to this committee. CARRIED.
(d).	Deans' selection committees, faculty members from another faculty. J. Read noted that no nominations had been received and that the Committee on Committees had been asked to make nominations.
	Committee to advise on the appointment of the Dean of Science. Moved J. Read, seconded R. Lapp, that J. Weiss be elected to this committee. CARRIED. Committee to advise on the appointment of the Dean of Arts. Moved J. Read, seconded B. Fleming, that T. Belke be elected to this committee. CARRIED. Committee to advise on the appointment of the Dean of Social Sciences. Moved J. Read, seconded T. Belke, that T.Holownia be elected to this committee.

J. Read presented revised terms of reference and membership for the Academic Judicial Committee and the Academic Appeals Committee as follows:

Academic Judicial Committee
Terms of Reference:
This Committee will hear cases which involve major infractions of university academic policy and assign appropriate sanctions. It will receive hearing requests from students, instructors or other members of the University community and may grant a hearing regarding allegations of academic dishonesty (see section 6.13 of the University Calendar). Its decisions may be appealed to the Academic Appeals Committee.

Membership (5 members, including 2 elected faculty or librarians)
1 ex officio member: The Registrar (Chair)
2 faculty or librarian members, elected by the Senate
2 student members nominated by the SAC and elected by the Senate

Quorum
At least four members

J. Read moved, seconded W. Godfrey that the revised terms of reference and membership be approved. J. Read noted that these recommendations had come forward from Faculty Council and involved no substantive changes. J. vanderLeest confirmed Faculty Council's support. Motion CARRIED.

Academic Appeals
Terms of Reference
This Committee will be the final appeal body for all matters arising from decisions of the Academic Judicial Committee.

Membership (5 members, including 2 elected faculty or librarians)
1 ex officio member: The Chair of Senate (Chair)
2 faculty or librarian members who are not on the Academic Judicial Committee, elected by the Senate
2 student members who are not on the Academic Judicial Committee, nominated by the SAC and elected by the Senate

Quorum
At least four members

J. Read moved, seconded R. Lapp, that the revised terms of reference and membership be approved. J. Read noted that Faculty Council had altered the Committee on Committee's recommendation that the Secretary of Senate chair this committee instead of the Chair of Senate. What were the views of the Chair on this? W. MacKay vacated the chair to address this question. His view was that there is value in not having the President involved in this formal process as there may well be further discussion of these cases beyond the committee. Further, there may be circumstances whereby cases are raised with the President prior to the meeting of this committee; this would taint the judicial process. J. vanderLeest noted that having the Secretary of Senate chair this committee would add to the Secretary's workload. Similarly, K. Hamer was concerned with the added workload this would create for the Secretary and urged that there be other designates to chair this committee. W. MacKay replied that the phrase ‘or designate' was central to this discussion as it provided flexibility for the President. G. MacKay asked whether the President had authority beyond the Academic Appeals committee, with W. MacKay replying that it was his understanding that there was further authority granted to the President, although exercising it would be rare. G. MacKay continued that it seemed advisable therefore to not have the President formally involved in the appeals process. R. Rosebrugh noted that there has to be an end for this process while R. Ireland suggested that an aggrieved party could still make a direct appeal to Senate. C. Hunter indicated that when the Policies and Procedures were developed, the intention was that the committee's decision was final and that anything beyond this would have to take the form of a civil suit beyond the university. J. Read pointed out that the terms of reference do not differentiate between the Chair of Senate and the Committee, noting that the committee is the final appeal body for decisions arising out of Academic Judicial. There may be cases where further authority is warranted. W. MacKay agreed that it is instructive to consider how the Chair of Senate fits into this process. The President often has exchanges with parents and others on such issues and in these exchanges is acting as the President, not the Chair of Senate. K. Hamer noted that in her experience a president has never overturned the decision of an appeals committee. C. Hunter spoke in support of having the President removed from this formal process. J. Read moved an amendment, second W. Godfrey, that the Secretary of Senate be the chair of this committee. The question on the amendment was called and LOST. B. Fleming moved an amendment that ‘or delegate' be added for the ex officio member. J. Read noted that this was already provided for in the general regulations for committees. The question was put on the original motion; motion CARRIED.

J. vanderLeest moved, seconded B. Seamone, that there be established an ad hoc committee to review Academic Sanctions under Calendar regulation 6.13. It was suggested that the committee membership be filled by the Committee on Committees. R. Rosebrugh asked about a reporting date and the mover and seconder agreed that the motion should be amended to include the date ‘October 2003'. On question called, the motion CARRIED.

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06.01.03 Report of the Academic Matters Committee
K. Hamer presented the report, noting that with last year's revisions to the committee's membership, attendance of all the academic Deans and the Secretary of Senate was not required at meetings. Concern was expressed at the ability of the Library to respond to the demands of new courses; further resources were needed to ensure that the Library was able to respond adequately in the future.

(i)	Changes to Calendar regulations
	6.14.3 - Deferred Exams
	K. Hamer moved, seconded C.P. Hunter, that the following regulation be approved (proposed changes in bold): "A deferred examination in second term or full year courses must normally be written by the end of May, to be arranged by the Registrar in consultation with the instructor and the student. If the examination cannot be written by that time, the student's academic standing will remain as ‘Not Assessed'. Students who do not clear their deferred status by the end of the supplemental examination period in September prior to the start of classes, will receive a non pro-rated final grade based on course work completed prior to the final examination, which in most cases will be an F." R. Rosebrugh suggested that the last phrase beginning ‘which in most cases....' was problematic in that it presupposed a particular result. C.P. Hunter noted that the phrase was not crucial and might be removed. C. Hunter wondered whether replacing it with ‘may be' would be more suitable but the mover and seconder agreed to the removal of the phrase. On question put, the motion CARRIED.

	6.14.4 Extended Deadlines for Completion of Course Work
	If illness or compassionate reasons prevent a student from submitting all course work by the prescribed deadlines, the Registrar and the instructor may agree to extend the deadlines for completion of the work for up to four weeks beyond the original deadlines. In all cases of illness, a doctor's certificate explicitly covering the inability to complete the work must be submitted to the Registrar before the end of the examination period. If the work is not completed by the specified deadline, a grade of ‘F' will normally be assigned. If the student is unable to complete the work by the specified deadline, the student may request an extension to the deadline. An extension may be granted on recommendation of the instructor and with approval by the Registrar, on the condition that adequate medical or other documentation is provided to support such a request. K. Hamer moved, seconded C.P. Hunter, that the regulation be approved. B. Fleming objected to the ‘F' grade reference, noting that it may not necessarily be the case and called for this phrase to be removed. Further discussion produced the following amendment to replace the phrase beginning ‘ a grade of ‘F'": a notation of ‘INC'-Incomplete, will be recorded on the transcript until a final grade is submitted. If no grade is submitted, the notation of ‘INC' remains on the transcript with a grade point value of ‘0.0' and counts as a failing grade. With this amendment, the motion CARRIED. J. vanderLeest suggested that a temporary grade of ‘Incomplete [letter grade]' may be useful to signal the performance of the student.
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(ii)	Minimum Standards of Performance
	K. Hamer moved, seconded B. Fleming, that a minimum grade of C- be required for courses taken as pre-requisites, exceptions to be approved by the appropriate Academic Department or Programme Co-ordinator. Changes to Calendar entries were noted as follows (changes noted in bold): Glossary of Academic Terms (page 7 of the 2002-2003 academic calendar) Prerequisite A course or courses that must be completed before registration in another course is permitted. Note: Students must obtain a grade of at least C- in all courses used to fulfil prerequisite requirements. Otherwise, written permission of the appropriate Department or Programme Coordinator must be obtained.

	6.5.1 Students Transferring from Another Institution (page 22 of the 2002-2003 academic calendar)
	Students transferring from recognized institutions may be considered for admission with advanced standing. Such students may receive credits for courses previously completed as determined by the Registrar in consultation with the appropriate Academic Department or Academic Dean. Credit will be granted only if the course(s) count on a programme at the original institution AND can be applied to programmes offered by Mount Allison. Transfer credit will normally be granted for courses with passing grades for which credit has been earned. However, students must obtain a grade of at least C- in all courses used to fulfil prerequisite requirements. Otherwise, written permission of the appropriate Department or Programme Coordinator must be obtained. Transfer credits are recorded on the transcript with credit value only, no grade is recorded and they are excluded from the Grade Point Average. A maximum of 60 transfer credits may be credited toward a degree from Mount Allison. (See also Regulation 6.6.2 regarding transfer credit limitations). Students transferring credits from another institution must provide the following: a. an official transcript pertaining to the credits, submitted directly to the Office of Student Administrative Services by the institution concerned. b. detailed course descriptions from the transferring institution's calendar. (Notarized English translations should be included if applicable)

	6.5.2 Taking Courses at another Institution (page 22 of the 2002-2003 academic calendar).
	Students planning to take courses at another university for Mount Allison credit must first obtain the Registrar's approval, by completing an application for a Letter of Permission, available on the web at http//www.mta.ca/administration/sas/form.htm If approval is granted, a Letter of Permission will be issued on payment of the requisite fee. A passing grade may be accepted for transfer credit, however, students must obtain a grade of at least C- in all courses used to fulfil prerequisite requirements. Otherwise, written permission of the appropriate Department or Programme Coordinator must be obtained.

	6.11.3 Letter Grades and their Meanings (page 23 of the 2002-2003 academic calendar)
	Letter grades are assigned. These grades, with descriptors and Grade Point Average equivalents as applicable, are as follows [the appropriate section to be amended as follows:] D+, D, D- - conditional (non-continuing) pass Note: A grade of D (D+,D, D-) in any course will be considered a conditional (non-continuing) pass. In order for a course to be used to fulfil prerequisite requirements, a grade of C- or better must be obtained. Otherwise, written permission of the appropriate Department or Programme Coordinator must be obtained.

	7.0 Course Numbering and Credit Values (page 28 of the 2002-2003 academic calendar)
	Each course is identified by a four-digit number, and carries a certain credit value. The first digit indicates the year in which the course is normally taken. The second digit sometimes indicates a stream or category of courses within one department. The third digits specify a particular course within the department. The fourth digit indicates the credit value of the course. A 6 credit course extends through both terms and has a fourth digit of zero; a 3 credit course usually lasts one term only and has a fourth digit of one. A few 3 credit courses last through the entire year and have a fourth digit of three. One credit Music Ensemble courses have a fourth digit of nine and last throughout both terms. Note: Both Fall and Winter terms must be completed to obtain credit for full year courses. Requirements for degree programmes are stated in terms of such course numbers and their accumulated credit values. Typically, a degree requires a minimum 120 credits, earned by passing some combination of 6 credit (two term) and 3 credit (one term) courses. A typical Major requires 60 credits; a typical Minor requires 24 credits. Note: A grade of D (D+,D, D-) in any course will be considered a conditional (non-continuing) pass (see section 6.11.3). Students must obtain a grade of at least C- in all courses used to fulfil prerequisite requirements. Otherwise, written permission of the appropriate Department or Programme Coordinator must be obtained. In any one year, it is only the University Timetable which specifies which courses are actually being taught that year, and in which terms. The listing of a course in the calendar is not a guarantee that the course is offered every year.

K. Hamer noted that the issue of minimum standards of performance had been before Academic Matters for some time. There appears to be considerable support for establishing these minimum standards. With respect to transfer credits, the proposal is in line with the approaches of other universities across the country. M. Blagrave urged that ‘written permission' be required from academic departments in the Glossary definition of ‘Prerequisite' (incorporated already above). On question put, the motion CARRIED. R. Ireland asked when the new regulation would go into effect, with C. P. Hunter noting that existing students would be ‘grandfathered' and that there was a need for consultation with departments on this. The new regulations will appear in the 2003-2004 Calendar but it will take at least a year to have this firmly in place. J. Read noted that a grade of ‘D' now firmly signals ‘non-continuance'.
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(iii).	Changes to Course descriptions
	Before the presentation of recommendations for changes in course descriptions, R, Macpherson underscored the comments of K. Hamer regarding the difficulties faced by the Library in trying to support new courses. Without financial support from the StudentsAdministrative Council, it would not be possible to operate. Further resources are needed desperately. L. McGinnis noted that while the SAC is happy to support the Library, there is real concern about students having to fund the Library on a continuing basis by referendum. This financial support should be coming from the operating budget.

	Changes to course descriptions were recommended as follows:

CLASSICS a) K. Hamer moved, seconded I. Cohen, that the following changes to the course titles and course descriptions for LATI 1001, 1101 be approved

	: LATI 1001 (3CR) INTRODUCTORY LATIN I An introduction to basic Latin grammar and vocabulary for students with no previous knowledge of the language. This course is based on readings which present not only the fundamentals of Latin but also the Roman world in which it was used. Some effort is made to show the connections between Latin and modern languages (English, French, Spanish). Three class periods per week, plus a fourth hour to be arranged after classes have begun.

	LATI 1101 (3CR) INTRODUCTORY LATIN II A continuation of the study of the Latin language. While adding new grammar, this course concentrates on reading comprehension and vocabulary building. Three class periods per week, plus a fourth hour to be arranged after classes have begun. Prereq: LATI 1001; or permission of the Department

M. Fox asked whether these changes had timetable implication and I. Cohen replied that the fourth hour is added in consultation with students. E. Dawe asked how many students were involved in these courses and whether this would be handled more effectively through the central timetable. K. Hamer noted that the approach in Classics is used effectively in Modern Languages and Literatures. Motion CARRIED.

b) two new 3-credit courses and the deletion of the existing 6-credit course. K. Hamer, seconded I. Cohen, moved that the following changes be approved:

Delete	GREK 1000 Elementary Greek
Add	GREK 1001 Introductory Ancient Greek I An introduction to the grammar and vocabulary of ancient Greek for students with no previous knowledge of the language. Through grammatical exercises, composition, and the reading of prescribed texts, the student will develop a basic understanding of the language of classical Athens. Three class periods per week, plus a fourth hour to be arranged after classes have begun. Note: Not available for credit to those who have successfully completed GREK 1000

Add	GREK 1101 Introductory Ancient Greek II A continuation of the study of the ancient Greek language. This course adds new grammar and continues to build vocabulary, while concentrating on the development of a reading facility in ancient Greek. Three class periods per week, plus a fourth hour to be arranged after classes have begun. Prereq: GREK 1001; or permission of the Department. Note: Not available for credit to those who have successfully completed GREK 1000

Motion CARRIED, noting the following Calendar Entries affected:
	page 59 Minor in Latin; Major in Classical Studies page 60 Honours in Classical Studies page 62 prerequisites for Greek 2001: GREK 1000 or GREK 1101; or permission of the Department.
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c) amendments to 2002-2003 academic calendar entries:

K. Hamer moved, seconded I. Cohen, that the following changes to Calendar entries be approved:

Page 60, 61, 62:	CLAS 1641, CLAS 1651, CLAS 3211, CLAS 3411, CLAS 3601, CLAS 3611, CLAS 3701, CLAS 3711, LATI 2001, LATI 2101, GREK 2001, GREK 2101:
Remove	"Note: Not available for credit to those who have successfully completed ..."

Pages 60 and 94:	CLAS/HIST 3001:
Remove from Note: "Not available for credit to those who have successfully completed CLAS /HIST 3800"

Pages 61 and 94:	CLAS/HIST 3021 and 3031:
Remove from Note: "Not available for credit to those who have successfully completed CLAS /HIST 3900"

Page 62:	LATI 2001: Prerequisites – remove LATI 1000 LATI 3001and 3101: Prerequisites – remove LATI 2000

Page 63:	GREK 3001 and 3101: Prerequisites – remove GREK 2000

Motion CARRIED.
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ENGLISH LITERATURES a) Changes to the titles and calendar descriptions of ENGL 3011 Anglo-Saxon and Medieval Literature, and 3021 Later Medieval Literature

K. Hamer moved, seconded M. Blagrave, that the following changes (in bold) be approved:

	ENGL 3011 (3 CR) SURVEY OF MEDIEVAL LITERATURE A study of selected literary texts produced in England from the fifth century to the fifteenth century. Anglo-Saxon, Anglo-Norman and Celtic texts will be read in modern translations, Middle-English texts will be read in the original. Major texts and authors such as Beowulf, the Anglo-Saxon elegies, Chaucer, Lydgate and Malory will be included along with anonymous texts. Prereq: ENGL 2201 and 3 other credits of English at the 2000 level, or permission of the Department. Note: Not available for credit for students who have successfully completed ENGL 3011- Anglo-Saxon and Medieval Literature.

	ENGL 3021 (3 CR) MIDDLE-ENGLISH LITERATURE This course will concentrate on Middle-English literature produced in the twelfth to the fifteenth centuries. Prose and poetry genres, including lyrics, romances, dream visions and frame narratives may be studied in conjunction with a specific theme or subject. The texts will be read in the original Middle-English language. Prereq: ENGL 3011 or permission of the Department. Note: Not available for credit for students who have successfully completed ENGL 3021-Later Medieval Literature

Motion CARRIED.
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b) title change for ENGL 3451 and addition of exclusionary note (Changes indicated in bold)

K. Hamer moved, seconded R. Lapp, that the following changes (in bold) be approved:

	ENGL 3451 (3CR) LITERATURE IN THE AGE OF ROMANTICISM This course examines British writing from 1780 to 1810, a period of profound cultural transformation under the impact of the American, French, and Industrial revolutions. Romanticism was one response to this context, and the course will explore representative examples from the poetry of Blake, Smith, Coleridge, and William Wordsworth. Other genres to be studied will include the Gothic novel, the Jacobin novel, diaries, and epistolary essays. Prereq: 6 credits of English at the 2000 level; or permission of the Department. Note: Not available for credit for students who have successfully completed ENGL 3451 Literature in the Age of Revolution

Motion CARRIED.
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c) addition to the course description for English 2301

K. Hamer moved, seconded R. Lapp, that the following changes (in bold) be approved:
	ENGL 2301 (3CR) LITERARY PERIODS, 1800-PRESENT This course presents an intensive survey of English literary history from the Romantic period to the present. Along with English 2201, it is specifically designed for students with a strong interest in the discipline of English. Students are strongly advised to take English 2201 before enrolling in this course. Prereq: ENGL 1001 or 1201.

Motion CARRIED.
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d) addition to prerequisite clauses for ENGL 3211, 3871 and 3881

K. Hamer moved, seconded M. Blagrave, that the phrase, ‘or permission of the Department' be added to the pre-requisite requirements for the above courses. R. Rosebrugh asked whether this was not understand anyway. On question put, the motion CARRIED.

MUSIC a) deletion of MUSC 2000 ( 6 credits) and replacement with two new 3-credit courses, MUSC 2001 and 2011

K. Hamer moved, seconded E. Dawe, that the following deletion and replacement be approved (changes in bold):

Delete	MUSC 2000 (6CR)
Add	Music 2001 and 2011 are basic courses in the study and appreciation of music which are designed especially for non-Music students. The primary aim is to help the student become a more aware and better informed listener.

	MUSC 2001: Introduction to Music This course will include an introduction to the basic elements of music. The development of listening skills and an understanding of these elements will be fostered through an examination of various styles which will include world music and/or contemporary popular music. Note: Not available for credit to those students who have successfully completed MUSC 2000

	MUSC 2011: Survey of Western Music In this course, form and style will be interrelated with historical considerations in a chronological approach to the history of western music. Live performances will be included whenever possible. Note: Not available for credit to those students who have successfully completed MUSC 2000

Calendar Entries affected:
	Page 37: 7.6.11 Credit Courses on Other Degrees, Second sentence should read: "Music 2001 and 2011 [delete 3000] are basic courses..." Page 114 MUSC 3000 pre-requisite : delete MUSC 2000

Motion CARRIED.
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b) deletion of MUSC 3000(6 credits) to be replaced by a 3-credit course, MUSC 3001 with the same title and course description, and addition of exclusionary note.

K. Hamer moved, seconded E. Dawe, that the following deletion and replacement be approved (changes in bold):

Delete	MUSC 3000 (6 CR)
Add	MUSC 3001 (3 CR) INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC IN CANADA This course is a survey of the history of music in Canada from the beginning of the seventeenth century to the present. Reference will be made to the folk music of indigenous and immigrant groups. Some attention will be given to the development of listening skills and understanding of the elements of music related to the course. Historical and social consideration alongside a chronological approach to Canadian music history will form the basis of the course. Prereq: enrolment in the B.Mus.or B.A. (Major or Honours in Music); or permission of the Department. Note: Not available for credit to those students who have successfully completed MUSC 3000.

Calendar Entries affected
	Page 36: 7.6.5 Group B Music Electives, under Music History and Literature Page 37: 7.6.11 Credit Courses on Other Degrees, Second sentence should read: "Music 2001 and 2011 [delete 3000] are basic courses..." Page 52: Canadian Literature in English and French, Interdisciplinary B.A. Program Page 52: Canadian Studies: A . Multi-Disciplinary Overview and B. Arts and Letters

Motion CARRIED.
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CANADIAN STUDIES a) two new courses

K. Hamer moved, seconded C.P. Hunter, that the following two new courses be approved.

	CANA 3121 (3 CR) MULTICULTURALISM, IMMIGRATION, AND DIVERSITY IN CANADA Multiculturalism is a divisive yet defining feature of Canada. This course will explore the historical development of multiculturalism, its policy framework, alternative conceptions of plurality and diversity within Canada, demographic trends, and current controversies surrounding multiculturalism. It will conclude by looking at future developments in ethno-cultural diversity within Canada and where they might take the Canadian nation. Prerequisites: CANA 2001, 2011(or CANA 2000)

	CANA3411 ( 3 CR) SPORT IN CANADIAN SOCIETY Sport occupies a central role in Canadian culture that extends beyond the mythological popularity of hockey. The sporting culture of Canada effects the lived experiences of Canadians in ways ranging from physical education to Canada's international reputation to gender roles. Sport has become an important part of the service sector economy and has long been a source of local community and national pride. This course explores the role of sport in Canadian society. Prerequisites: CANA 2001, 2011(or CANA 2000)

B. Fleming suggested that the rationale provided to Senate for CANA 3121 indicated that there was no overlap with existing courses in Sociology and Anthropology. He clarified that any overlap that did exist was acceptable given that the approaches in the Canadian Studies course were coming out of literature in the Humanities rather than the Social Sciences. B. Fleming asked whether the CANA 3411 course was to be taught by the Canada Research Chair in Economics and Public Policy and suggested that this course did not seem to fit the role of this Chair. K. Hamer replied that the course had been developed in consultation with this individual. A. Paskauskas confirmed that the Chair was in Economics and Public Policy. K. Hamer noted that Academic Matters does not assess the qualifications of an individual to teach a particular course. R. Rosebrugh expressed concern at the value judgement in first line of the CANA 3121 course description. K. Hamer agreed to remove the first sentence. The replacement of ‘effects' with ‘affects' was noted also. With these two amendments to the above course descriptions, the motion CARRIED.
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b) deletion of the following 6- credit course to be replaced by a 3-credit course, and addition of exclusionary note.

K. Hamer moved, seconded P. Bryden, that the following deletion and addition be approved.

Delete	CANA 3400 ( 6 CR)
Add	CANA 3401 (3CR) CONTEMPORARY CANADIAN ISSUES This course explores contemporary Canadian issues in light of the evolution and development of Canadian institutions, belief systems and social relations. Prereq: Second-year standing, including at least 6 credits in Humanities and/or Social Sciences, or permission of the Coordinator of the Canadian Studies programme. Note: Not available for credit to those who have successfully completed CANA 3400

Motion CARRIED.
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c) addition of a 3-credit option, an amendment to the course description and addition to the prerequisites (in bold) as follows.

K. Hamer moved, seconded C.P. Hunter, that the following amendments (in bold) be approved:

	CANA 4950/51( 6/ 3 CR) PROGRAMME OF INDEPENDENT STUDY A fourth year tutorial course in a well defined subject area. The syllabus must be planned at the end of the student's third year, in consultation with the Director and, where applicable, with the professor with whom the student will work. Programmes of Independent Study cannot duplicate subject matter covered through regular course offerings. Prereq: CANA 2001 and 2011( or CANA 2000) and Permission of the Coordinator of the Canadian Studies teaching programme.

Motion CARRIED.
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d) changes to the Minor, Major and Honours programmes K. Hamer moved, seconded C.P. Hunter, that the following changes (in bold) be approved:

	Minor requirements, line 2 will now read: 12 from Canadian Studies 3101, 3111, 3121,3301, 3311, 3401, 3411 4250/1, 4651, 4661, 4950/1 Major requirements, line 2 will now read 12 from Canadian Studies 3101, 3111, 3121, 3301, 3311, 3401, 3411, 4250/1, 4651, 4661, 4950/1 Honours requirements, line 2 will now read 6 further Canadian Studies 3101, 3111, 3121, 3301, 3311, 3401, 3411, 4250/1, 4651, 4661, 4950/1

Motion CARRIED.
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e) deletion of the phrase ‘or permission of the instructor' from prerequisites K. Hamer moved, seconded C.P. Hunter, that the phrase ‘or permission of the instructor' be removed from the prerequisites for the following courses and be listed as follows:

	CANA 3101, 3111, 3301, 3311, 4250/51, 4600, 4651, 4661 Prereq: CANA 2001 and 2011 (or CANA 2000), or permission of the Coordinator of the Canadian Studies teaching programme.

Motion CARRIED.
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HISTORY a) three new courses K. Hamer moved, seconded P. Bryden, that the following courses be approved:

	HIST 4571 (3 CR) HISTORY OF THE MODERN AMERICAN WOMEN'S MOVEMENT This course will focus on the history of the modern American women's movement, beginning with a brief examination of the history of feminism in the pre-World War II United States and continuing through to an examination of responses and backlashes to the women's movement. Emphasis will be given to the revolutionary character of that movement and the experience of American women as influenced by the movement. Prerequisites: Third year standing and at least six credits from History 2510, Women's Studies 2001 or History 3531; or permission of the department.

Calendar Entries affected
	Add as course option to Line 2 of the Women Studies Minor Add as course option to Line 3 of the American Studies Minor and to Line 6 in the American Studies Major HIST 4700 (6 CR) ADVANCED SEMINAR IN ASIA PACIFIC HISTORY This course examines the development of Chinese and Japanese societies from the 19th through the 20th centuries. It will focus on the emergent national and individual consciousness in the two countries, and the rapidly changing political context in which they were constructed. Prerequisites: Third year standing and three credits from History 2721 or History 3731; or permission of the Department

	HIST 4001(3 CR) HISTORY THROUGH FILM This course is a thematic study of topics in modern history through the medium of film, both feature and documentary. These films will be critically read both as an art form and as historical documents. While specific course content will vary according to the instructor, particular emphasis will be placed on what films tell us about the particular historical context in which they are created. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor (normally third-year standing, and at least 12 credits in history at the 2/3000 level are required)

Motion CARRIED.
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b) deletion of the following 6-credit course to be replaced by two 3-credit courses K. Hamer moved, seconded P. Bryden, that the following deletion and additions be approved:

Delete	HIST 3420 (6 CR)
Add	HIST 3401 (3CR) THE ATLANTIC REGION PRIOR TO CONFEDERATION This course traces the major political, socio-economic and intellectual themes in the history of Canada's Atlantic region from pre-European times to the Confederation period. Prereq: Second year standing and at least six credits in History at the 1000 or 2000 level; or permission of the Department. Note: Not available for credit to those who have successfully completed HIST 3420

Add	HIST 3451 (3 CR) THE ATLANTIC REGION SINCE CONFEDERATION This course examines the role of the Atlantic region in the modern Canadian nation Prereq: Second year standing and at least six credits in History at the1000 or 2000 level; or permission of the Department. Note: Not available for credit to those who have successfully completed HIST 3420

Calendar Entries Affected
	History 4420 and 4450 – Prerequisites change from History 3420 to History 3401 and History 3451 Canadian Studies, pp. 52-53, History 3420 would be replaced by History 3401 and History 3451 (A. Multi-Disciplinary Overview, Line 6 and C. Historical Perspectives, Line 5).

Motion CARRIED.
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c) deletion of the following 6-credit course to be replaced by two 3-credit courses K. Hamer moved, seconded P. Bryden, that the following deletion and additions be approved:

Delete	HIST 3390 (6 CR)
Add	HIST 3301 (3 CR) EUROPE IN THE TWENTIETH CENTURY, 1900-1945 This course examines the major political, social, cultural and economic developments in Europe from the beginning of the century to the end of World War II. Prerequisite: Second year standing and at least six credits in History at the 1000 or 2000 level; or permission of the Department Note: Not available for credit to those who have successfully completed History 3390

Add	HIST 3311 ( 3CR)
	EUROPE SINCE 1945 This course examines the major political, social, cultural and economic developments in Europe from the post-war era of reconstruction to the present. Prerequisite: Second year standing and at least six credits in History at the 1000 or 2000 level; or permission of the Department Note: Not available for credit to those who have successfully completed History 3390

Calendar Entries Affected:
	History 4300 – Prerequisites change from History 3390 to History 3301 and History 3311 International Relations Program, History 3390 would be replaced by History 3301 and 3311(A. Politics and History - Line 2).

Motion CARRIED.
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d) deletion of the following 6-credit course to be replaced by a 3-credit course and change in course description and exclusionary note. K. Hamer moved, seconded P. Bryden, that the following deletion and addition (changes in bold) be approved:

Delete:	HIST 3510 ( 6 CR)
Add	HIST 3511 (3 CR) COLONIAL AMERICA This course examines the development of the Anglo-American colonies and their eventual revolution. Sectional studies of New England, the middle colonies and the southern colonies will be supplemented by close attention to the lives of patriot and loyalist leaders. Prereq: Second year standing and at least six credits in History at the 1000 or 2000 level; or permission of the Department. Note: Not available for credit to those who have successfully completed HIST 3510.

Calendar Entries Affected
	History 4500 and 4510 – Prerequisites change from History 3510 to History 3511. American Studies, p. 40, Line 3 in Minor and Line 6 in Major: History 3510 would be replaced by History 3511.

Motion CARRIED.
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e) deletion of the following 6-credit course to be replaced by a 3-credit course, and addition of exclusionary note K. Hamer moved, seconded P. Bryden, that the following deletion, addition and note be approved:

Delete	HIST 3360 (6 CR)
Add	HIST 3361 (3 CR) CULTURE AND SOCIETY IN MODERN EUROPE This course examines major themes and issues in Continental European social and cultural history from the seventeenth century to the present. Selection, emphases and time frame may vary from year to year, but may include such topics as: identity formation; class and gender; community and nation; family, work and leisure; myth and memory; popular and high culture; the emergence of mass consumer society. Prereq: Second year standing and at least six credits in History at the 1000 or 2000 level; or permission of the Department. Note: not available for credit to those who have successfully completed Hist 3360

Calendar Entries Affected:
	History 4260 and 4300 – Prerequisites change from History 3360 to History 3361. International Relations, C. Intercultural Studies- Line 3

Motion CARRIED.
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f) deletion of the following 6- credit course to be replaced by a 3-credit course, change in course description and exclusionary note. K. Hamer moved, seconded P. Bryden, that the following deletion and addition (changes in bold) be approved:

Delete	HIST 3520 (6 CR)
Add	HIST 3521 (3 CR) THE AMERICAN SOCIAL AND CULTURAL EXPERIENCE This course explores American social and cultural development. Themes may include immigration, slavery, race relations, abolitionism, the roots of modern American feminism, assimilation and the emergence of a common American culture. Prerequisites: Second year standing and at least six credits in History at the 1000 or 2000 level, or permission of the Department Note: Not available for credit for those who have successfully completed History 3520.

Calendar Entries Affected:
	History 4500 and History 4510 – Prerequisites change from History 3520 to History 3521 International Relations, C. Intercultural Studies- Line 3 Add as course option to Line 3 of the American Studies Minor and to Line 6 in the American Studies Major

Motion CARRIED.
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g) change in course title and course description, and addition of exclusionary note K. Hamer moved, seconded P. Bryden, that the following change in course title, course description, and exclusionary note be approved, with amendments to dates as noted below:

	HIST 2000 ( 6 CR) EARLY WESTERN CIVILIZATION, circa 300 to circa 1650 This course surveys the history of western civilization from late antiquity through the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and the Reformation. By investigating the diverse ways the peoples of western Eurasia organized their political and social relationships and pursued their ambitions and beliefs, it offers also an introduction to the methods historians use to construe the past, giving particular attention to the close reading and interpretation of original sources. Note: Not available for credit for those who have successfully completed History 2000 - The Evolution of Western Civilization to 1700.

Motion CARRIED.
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h) change in pre-requisites (indicated in bold) K. Hamer moved, seconded P. Bryden, that the following change in prerequisite be approved:
	HIST 4510 – THE AMERICAN WEST Prereq: Third year standing and at least six credits from among History 2510, 3511, 3521, 3531 and 3561.

Motion CARRIED.

W. Godfrey spoke to the various changes in the History programme, wishing it recorded that historians of Senate will note that the ‘mighty have fallen': History has given up its array of full year courses. K. Hamer attested to the noble battle.

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07.01.03 Report from the Planning Committee
M. Fox presented the report of the Committee, noting that further discussion of the external review of the Program in Drama would take place at the February meeting of Senate.

M. Fox moved, seconded B. Fleming, that the disciplines of Sociology and Anthropology be split and formed as their own separate Departments. J. Read asked what size each of these departments would be with M. Fox replying that each would be a department of three faculty members. B. Fleming indicated that the disciplinary split has occurred already and that the motion is an administrative response to the academic division. R. Summerby-Murray argued that there were significant staffing instabilities to consider in this decision and that a commitment for net new positions in each unit should be given higher priority. These issues would involve cost. K. Hamer agreed that many smaller departments faced difficulty in programme delivery. B. Fleming responded that there would have to be staffing increases in the future anyway and that the immediate cost of the split would be limited to the RTE for the head of department. J. vanderLEest noted that the Planning Committee had considered fulltime equivalent enrolment figures for each department. G. MacKay asked whether any courses were shared between the proposed departments. With the permission of the chair, E. Steuter replied that the two programmes function separately already with no shared teaching and have differing teaching priorities. B. Seamone asked what impact might be expected on the joint major and honours programmes. P. Baker replied that the joint programme remained in existence and provided a further opportunity for students wishing to pursue aspects of both disciplines. A. Fancy spoke as a member of the Planning Committee, noting that the committee considered this proposal on two occasions before determining that all the necessary issues had been dealt with. R. Summerby-Murray agreed with the points raised by E. Steuter over the advisability of the academic and administrative separation but wanted it noted that with the potential requirements for new staffing in the longer term this proposal was not without cost. J. Read asked how this separation related to the counter-trend of departmental amalgamation over the past several years. B. Fleming responded that these programmes are completely separate. R. Ireland wondered how the split would affect representation on Senate and R. Summerby-Murray indicated that it would add a departmental representative. On question put, the motion CARRIED.

M. Fox drew the remaining items of the report to Senate's attention, particularly requests for increased academic staffing.

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08.01.03 Review of Computing Services
Moved R. Rosebrugh, seconded R. Ireland, that Senate form an ad hoc Committee to review academic computing services at Mount Allison, and in particular the relationship between the provision of these services through the Computing Services Department and the needs of academic departments. The Committee is to provide an interim report at the March Senate Meeting and a final report before June 30, 2003. The Committee shall be chaired by the Acting Head of the Mathematics and Computer Science Department and have as other members: three full-time faculty members appointed by the Committee on Committees, to include at least one Macintosh user and at least one Science faculty member; and a student selected by the SAC.

R. Rosebrugh spoke to the motion noting its timeliness given that the last external review was approximately ten years ago. It was suggested that further input from the academic community would be beneficial to the operation of Computing Services and that a favourable outcome of the committee's work would be stronger academic accountability for Computing Services. L. Michaelis asked that there be representation from Social Sciences on the committee. Similarly, K. Hamer wondered why only the Science faculty was listed specifically. B. Fleming questioned the power of the Committee on Committees to appoint members to this committee and J. vanderLeest suggested that nominations be brought to Senate. J. Bourque asked about the selection of a student; would this also have to be recommended to Senate? R. Rosebrugh expressed concern over timing, noting that formal approval by Senate would push the process back. J. Read argued that the names should be approved by Senate and moved an amendment, seconded J. vanderLeest, that the committee be appointed and the names later ratified by Senate. There was general assent to the proposed amendment. K. Hamer noted that a June reporting date is not feasible and that this would really mean September. R. Ireland hoped that the committee would be in a position to report much earlier. W. MacKay clarified the amended motion, noting that it now included faculty representation from each faculty unit as well as formal ratification of the committee's membership, including the student member, by Senate. On question put, the motion CARRIED.

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09.01.03 Report from Faculty Council
At its last meeting Faculty Council moved that a statement on the Role of an Academic Dean be forwarded to Senate for adoption. J. vanderLeest moved, seconded W. Godfrey, that the following statement on the Role of an Academic Dean be adopted:

Role of an Academic Dean - Mount Allison University
The Dean of a faculty is responsible for the strategic development of that unit, including the faculty, students and staff of that faculty, in the areas of research, creative activity and quality of teaching and learning. The Dean co-operates with Department Heads, other administrators and members of the University community in developing and maintaining a university-wide perspective on issues. The Dean provides leadership and promotes an understanding, both internally and externally, of the University's mission and values.

Duties include:
Teaching and Learning

responsible for the strategic development of teaching in conjunction with Department Heads and Coordinators of interdisciplinary programmes;
responsible for the promotion of quality teaching and learning;
administers all personnel matters related to the faculty and staff in the unit, with active participation in the recruitment, appointment, promotion, tenure, retention and work-load issues, within the parameters of negotiated collective agreements;
responsible for the development and implementation of individual, departmental, interdisciplinary, and faculty-wide teaching and research development plans and their on-going evaluation;
approves teaching loads, teaching schedules, academic advisory responsibilities, special assignments that may impact on faculty's instructional and research responsibilities, in cooperation with the Heads of the departments within the faculty and coordinators of interdisciplinary programmes;
administers the academic advising of students within the faculty and the development, review and enforcement of academic regulations and standards;
supervises curricular and course planning, including the planning and promotion of improvements within the curricula of the faculty, the development and review of courses and programmes, and the on-going support of a learner-centred programme;
promotes faculty development activities and encourages faculty concern for teaching and scholarship (eg. through the Purdy Crawford Teaching Centre)

Research and Creative Activity

responsible for the strategic development of research and creative activity in conjunction with individuals, departments, interdisciplinary programmes, and the Office of the Vice-President (Academic and Research);
works with individual faculty members in supporting their research plans and creative activities
works with the Vice-President (Academic and Research) in representing Mount Allison to the wider research community, the arts community and various funding agencies;
oversees the work of research programmes/creative activities for students within the faculty.

Representation

acts on behalf of the Faculty to the administration and to the broader University community;
represents the faculty and the university, where appropriate, to the wider community, including relevant professions, industries, government agencies, funding agencies and donors, and community organisations;
represents the broad academic and resource-based interests and needs of the students, faculty and staff within the faculty, as well as a pan-university level of familiarity and understanding of the academic programmes, resource demands and budgetary constraints of the University.

Advisory

assists the President and the Senior Administration in coordinating the budgets, academic and research plans and overall strategic planning of the University;
manages the faculty budget and participates in the university-wide budget processes;
chairs faculty and Department Head meetings of the unit as well as the oversight of interdisciplinary programmes;
chairs and/or participates in various university-wide committees, representing the interests and views of the faculty.

Desired skills

leadership and management skills including acting as the faculty's chief academic, administrative, and financial officer;
a respected academic who can effectively promote a quality educational experience for all students, the promotion of faculty excellence in teaching, research and service;
encourage diversity in faculty and curriculum; support the growth and vitality of the departments and programmes of the faculty; the recruitment, evaluation and retention of high quality faculty and staff, and promote gender equity;
a sound understanding of strategic academic planning and effective budget management;
demonstrate a collegial style, excellent interpersonal and communications skills, effective decision-making and a commitment to collaborative initiatives.

Term of office

The Dean should maintain a teaching and research role during the term of office, which should be established by mutual agreement with the President, normally between 3 - 5 years, renewable subject to satisfactory review.

Motion CARRIED.

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10.01.03 Other Business
None

11.01.03 Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 4:55pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Robert Summerby-Murray
Secretary of Senate

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Contact: Secretary of Senate

February 9, 2004