Saint John Senate 21 May 2002 Agenda Item #3 UNIVERSITY OF

SAINT JOHN CAMPUS SENATE MEETING

MINUTES

The one-hundred-nineteenth (119th) meeting of the Saint John Senate was held at 4:30pm on Wednesday, 27 March, 2002, in Room 206 of Philip W. Oland Hall. Dr. Elizabeth Parr- Johnston was in the chair, and the following members were present:

S. Collins R. MacKinnon T. Condon A-M. McGrath G. Davies J. McLaughlin K. De’Bell R. Moir D. Desserud R. Papenhausen F. Donnelly R. Prasad K. Frego S. Rinehart L. Garey C. Ryan R. Humphries R. Shaw J. Johnson S. Strople (Secretary) P. Keyser J. Wong D. Lindsay

Also Present: S. DeVarenne (Assistant Secretary) K. Waugh (Minute 7)

Unable to Attend:

C. Doran D. Murray R. Gupta A. Montoya G. Kealey E. Roumi J. McGivery A. Wilson Saint John Senate Meeting 2 March 27, 2002

ATTACHMENTS TO THE OFFICIAL COPY OF THE MINUTES

Materials which were before members and which are not attached as an Appendix to the circulated minutes, are listed below and are attached to the Official Copy of the Minutes in the Saint John Senate Office.

Minute Page

7. Addendum to the Report of the Undergraduate Scholarships Committee ...... 9 Saint John Senate Meeting 3 March 27, 2002

1. Announcements

1.1 By the Chair E. Parr-Johnston made announcements dealing with the following matters:

i. G. Kealey and C. Doran send regrets that they are unable to attend the meeting.

ii. The International Student’s Association will host a potluck dinner on Saturday, March 30 at 6:00 p.m. in the Baird Dining Room.

iii. The Dineen Memorial Lecture will be held on Tuesday, April 2 at 8:00 p.m. in the Ganong Hall Lecture Theatre. Dr. Kerry Rowe, Vice-Principal (Research) at Queen’s University, will present “Landfills: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly - an exploration of evolving waste disposal practice and its environmental implications past, present, and future.”

iv. Visiting guest lecturer George Raine, Vice-President Irving Group Moncton, will discuss “Grievance & Arbitration” on Wednesday, April 3 at 7:00 p.m. in Oland Hall, Room 103, during Professor M. Norton’s Labour Law Class.

v. Dr. Robert Moore, Department of Humanities & Languages, will launch his new book of poetry “So Rarely in our Skins” on Friday, April 5 at 7:00 p.m. in the Faculty-Staff Lounge.

vi. The Thirty-sixth Annual Athletics Awards Banquet will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, April 5 in the Whitebone Lounge.

vii. Dr. Janet Hyde, of the Department of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin, will present the W.C. Desmond Pacey Memorial Lecture on Tuesday, April 9 at 5:00 p.m. in Oland Hall, Room 31. The topic of her lecture will be: “Men are from Earth, Women are from Earth: Psychology versus the Media on Gender Differences.”

viii. Dr. Jean-Francois St. Denis, Deputy Director, Programs Branch, CIHR, will present an information session on Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) on Wednesday, April 17 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Oland Hall, Room 206. Dr. Judy Wuest, UNB delegate to CIHR, will also be available to answer questions.

1. Announcements (cont’d) Saint John Senate Meeting 4 March 27, 2002

1.1 By the Chair (cont’d)

ix. To Launch a new Maritime chapter of the Emily Dickinson International Society, Nancy Johnston, from Student Life and Support Services, will host an afternoon of poetry and socializing on Monday, April 15 beginning at 4:00 p.m. in the Faculty-Staff Lounge.

x. The Vice-President’s Excellence in Teaching Committee and the Taskforce on Internationalization invite all faculty, staff, and students on the Saint John campus to participate in a short survey of “Perceptions of our Campus.” The survey, with separate versions for students and faculty/staff, can be done on line at: www.unbsj.ca/survey/ or a hard copy can be downloaded, completed, and deposited in one of six boxes located around the campus.

xi. The Search Committee for Vice-President (Saint John) met earlier today and identified a number of candidates who meet the qualifications and requirements for the position. In due course, the Committee will be developing a short list of candidates for interview.

1.2 By the Vice-President (Saint John)

i. The won first place, a prize of $10,000 and a gold trophy, at this year’s Electronic Commerce Case Competition hosted by the Electronic Commerce Centre. The Saint John team placed fourth.

ii. The UNB Saint John Chapter of the Golden Key International Honour Society held its second annual induction ceremony on Thursday, March 15, 2002. The ceremony included the induction of new student members as well as five honorary members, including: Shirley McAlary, Mayor of the City of Saint John; Barbara McGill of the Atlantic Health Sciences Corporation; David Ganong, a member of the Board of Governors; Kathryn McCain, also a member of the Board; and Dr. John Johnson, Registrar at UNB Saint John and member of the Board.

2. Approval of Agenda

MOTION 2, 1 McLaughlin/Rinehart “That Senate approve the agenda, as presented.” CARRIED 3. Minutes of 20 February 2002 (circulated with the agenda) Saint John Senate Meeting 5 March 27, 2002

MOTION 3, 1 Condon/Ryan “That Senate approve the Minutes of 20 February, 2002, as presented.” CARRIED

4. Matters arising from the Minutes

4.1 On Campus Nurse Practitioner T. Condon reported to Senate on his review of the possibility of arranging for an on campus Nurse Practitioner. He indicated that the issue is largely dependent on budget priorities, noting that the Regional Hospital is in close proximity to the University. In addition, he noted that approximately 25 employees across campus are trained in First Aid and CPR. T. Condon also outlined the arrangements in place for international students to receive medical care, including access to a local physician by scheduling an appointment through the International Student Advisor, and use of outpatient facilities at the Regional Hospital, where, instead of being charged directly, students are given a bill which can be submitted to the Business Office for payment.

5. Question Period

5.1 On Campus Daycare Facilities

R. Moir referred to the 1998 committee that reviewed the possibility of establishing an on campus daycare facility, indicating that he and several other young faculty members have a strong interest in pursuing this idea. He also noted that it has been raised by several potential candidates in his department during the recent interview process. T. Condon indicated that he is aware of the report, and agreed to investigate the current status of the initiative.

6. Activities of the Senate (handed out)

E. Parr-Johnston noted that the Fredericton Senate has not met since the February 20, 2002 meeting of the Saint John Senate.

REPORTS

7. Report of the Undergraduate Scholarships Committee (circulated with the Agenda, addendum handed out at the meeting.)

K. Waugh reported on behalf of the Undergraduate Scholarships Committee, referring to the document circulated with the agenda and the addendum handed out at the meeting.

7. Report of the Undergraduate Scholarships Committee (cont’d) Saint John Senate Meeting 6 March 27, 2002

MOTION 7, 1 Condon/De’Bell “That Senate approve the UNB Policy on Financial Need, as presented.” CARRIED

MOTION 7, 2 Garey/Collins “That Senate approve the modifications to awards for both campuses, as presented.” CARRIED

8. Report of the Academic Planning & Resources Committee (circulated with the Agenda)

T. Condon reported on behalf of the Academic Planning & Resources Committee, indicating that the items in the report were for information and discussion at this time.

8.1 Proposed Changes to the English as a Second Language Policy

T. Condon noted that the Committee will discuss this issue further at the next meeting, and will bring the proposal forward to Senate with any additional changes.

8.2 Report of the Sub-Committee on the College of Extended Learning

T. Condon noted that the Academic Planning & Resources Committee reviewed the report of the Sub-Committee and asked the Deans to develop a model for identifying, offering, and administering courses offered in Spring and Summer Sessions on the Saint John campus.

9. Report of the Senate Nominating Committee (circulated with the Agenda)

T. Condon reported on behalf of the Senate Nominating Committee, referring to the report circulated with the agenda.

MOTION 9, 1 Condon/De’Bell “That Senate approve the appointment of John Terhune as the Saint John Senate representative on the search committee for Vice-President (Academic).” CARRIED

MOTION 9, 2 Condon/Collins “That Senate approve the appointment of Denise Legere as the part-time student representative on the Student Services Committee.” CARRIED

NEW BUSINESS

10. Graduate Matters (circulated with the Agenda) Saint John Senate Meeting 7 March 27, 2002

10.1 Honorary Research Associates

G. Davies referred to the report circulated with the agenda.

MOTION 10, 1 Davies/MacKinnon “That Senate approve the list of Honorary Research Associates from Dr. Bruce Batchelor to Dr. Susan Wilcox inclusive, as presented.” CARRIED

10.2 New, Revised, and Deleted Courses

G. Davies referred to the report circulated with the agenda.

MOTION 10, 2 Davies/Ryan “That Senate approve the new courses ENGL 6284, ENGL 6486, and ME 5993, as presented.” CARRIED

MOTION 10, 3 Davies/McGrath “That Senate approve the change in course number, title and description for ECON 6013 to HIST 6255 inclusive, as presented.” CARRIED

11. Retreat Meeting Notes of 22 February 2002 (circulated with the Agenda)

E. Parr-Johnston noted that the meeting notes were circulated for information.

12. Establishment of a Senate Committee to Consider Allegations of Fraudulent Alteration of Student Academic Records

J. Johnson reported to the Senate, indicating that there appears to be a case where a student has been granted a degree that was not, in fact, earned. Following an extensive and detailed investigation there is evidence to suggest that someone may have altered academic records in order to enhance the overall GPA and to allow for approval of graduation in the spring of 2001. The University solicitor has been consulted and has advised that a Committee of Senate be formed to review the matter and report back to Senate with any recommendation that it may consider appropriate, including possible revocation of the degree as provided for by the University of New Brunswick Act. Depending on the recommendation of the Senate Committee, the matter may then be taken to the Board of Governors for final determination.

12. Establishment of a Senate Committee to Consider Allegations of Fraudulent Alteration of Student Academic Records (cont’d)

MOTION 12, 1 Johnson/Rinehart “That the Senate establish a committee to Saint John Senate Meeting 8 March 27, 2002

consider the allegations and review the evidence of alteration of student records, such committee to provide all parties with an opportunity to be heard, and upon completion of its deliberations, to submit a final report together with any recommendation to the Senate, and that the determination of the membership of this committee be delegated to the Senate Nominating Committee.”

D. Desserud inquired if any information on the method used to alter the student records was available. J. Johnson indicated that, as advised by the University Solicitor, he was unable to release any details pertaining to the case before it has been reviewed by the Committee. L. Garey asked why Senators would be involved in what appears to be largely a legal issue. S. Strople indicated that a recommendation from Senate is part of the due process. The Board of Governors would require Senate’s recommendation to consider an action such as revocation of the degree. During further discussion, S. Strople also indicated that assistance from the University Solicitor’s office would be available to the committee, if needed.

Motion 12, 1 was CARRIED.

13. Other Business

13.1 Student Request Regarding On Campus Health Care

R. Papenhausen indicated that he has received a request from the students to investigate the possibility of on campus health care. He inquired if he should continue with his review in light of Dr. Condon’s earlier report. Dr. Condon indicated that Dr. Papenhausen should continue on in the manner they had previously discussed.

13.2 Student Life and Support Services Newsletter

R. Papenhausen circulated the March 2002 issue of the Student Life and Support Services Newsletter to Senators for information.

The meeting adjourned at 5:00 p.m.

Stephen Strople Secretary