FOUNDATION COMMITTEE

Confirmed Minutes of the meeting of the Foundation Committee held on Tuesday 07 October 2014 at 2.30pm in the Board Room, University Centre.

PRESENT: The Rt Revd Tim Dakin (Chair), Professor David Birks, Professor June Boyce-Tillman, Professor Joy Carter, Naomi Carter, Dr Vicky Feldwick, Dr Rebekah Howes, Professor Neil Messer, Dr Mark Owen,The Revd Canon Roly Riem, Professor Elizabeth Stuart, The Revd Dr Peter Waddell, Dick Wilkinson, The Rt. Revd David Williams, Jeff Williams, Ruth Williamson, Nigel Trethewy (Clerk) and Jemma Keys (Secretary).

14-15/FC01 Welcome and Prayers The Dean of Chapel opened the meeting with a prayer. 14-15/FC02 Apologies RECEIVED: Apologies for absence from Professor Anthony Dean, The Revd Tim Gleghorn, Professor Joyce Goodman, Professor Lisa Isherwood, The Ven. Dr Paul Moore, Peter North, Professor Kris Spelman-Miller. 14-15/FC03 Declaration of interests Governors and Committee members were respectfully reminded that they were required to declare any interest in any matter on the agenda prior to discussion of that item. 14-15/FC04 Constitution RECEIVED:

For endorsement of its continuing appropriateness, the current Constitution of the

Foundation Committee (Paper 14-15/FC01 refers).

AGREED: The Dean of Chapel will nominate a student representative from the Chaplaincy to replace the representative who was previously elected by the Chaplaincy Council. PW

To change the name of The Department of Theology and Religious Studies to the NT Department of Theology, Religion and Philosophy, following the Department’s recent name change. (Paragraph 3d) To replace ‘execution’ with ‘action’. (Paragraph 3ia) NT 14-15/FC05 Minutes of the previous meeting RECEIVED: The unconfirmed Minutes of the meeting held on 03 June 2014, which were agreed and signed as an accurate record. (Paper 14-15/FC02 refers)

Foundation Committee 07 October 2014 Page 1 of 6 Minutes 14-15/FC06 Matters Arising NOTED: A presentation on the Anglican Identity Project will be given to the Committee at its meeting on 17 February 2015. 14-15/FC07 Foundation Lectures NOTED: Metropolitan Hilarion is due to deliver a Foundation Lecture on Thursday 05 February 2015 entitled “Does Christian Ecumenism still have a Future?”

The Very Reverend Dr Christopher Lewis, recently retired Dean, Christ Church, Oxford, is due to deliver a Foundation Lecture entitled ‘Will God let us destroy the world?’ on Thursday 05 March 2015.

At the previous meeting of the Foundation Committee it was suggested that the Reverend Canon Professor Martyn Percy, Dean-designate, Christ Church, Oxford, (October 2014) should be invited to deliver a future Foundation Lecture.

Further suggestions for future Foundation Lecturers included:

The Very Reverend Vivienne Faull, Dean of York, and Chair of the Association of English Cathedrals.

The Reverend Rose Hudson-Wilkin, Anglican Vicar in Hackney, Chaplain to the Speaker of the House of Commons, Priest Vicar at Westminster Abbey, and Chaplain to the Queen.

The Reverend Dr Benjamin McNair Scott, Chaplain of St. Catherine’s School, Bramley, and author of ‘Apostles Today’.

14-15/FC08 Foundation and Futures NOTED: The Chair has recently visited Chester University as part of a tour of the Cathedrals Group of Universities. The Chair stated that he would like to look further into the identity of Anglicanism within these Universities. It was commented that the Foundation Committee played a key role in promoting the identity of Anglicanism within the University and that the role of the Foundation Committee is greatly significant to the University.

The Vice-Chancellor commented that the University’s identity as a values-led institution will become increasingly important as the demographic downturn takes effect. To grasp this opportunity, at the heart of the University’s Strategic Plan will be the quality of mercy, making the University’s Strategic Plan very different to that of any other university. The concept of mercy will link together the idea of radical hospitality and religion within the community. This concept will be linked to programmes, including, staff and student volunteering programmes. A Centre for Theology in Public Life will be developed. It is increasingly likely that students will be expecting to develop their faith whilst studying at university. The concept of radical hospitality will enable students to develop their faith. Radical hospitality will also

Foundation Committee 07 October 2014 Page 2 of 6 Minutes allow the University to expand its involvement with the wider community. It was commented that the religious values of the University would not be overwhelming but instead would be a balance of different faiths. It was suggested that the words to define this concept would need to be carefully considered within the Strategic Plan to ensure that it will not be overly religious. It was commented that the University’s research on liberal arts is at the forefront of research in Europe. The importance of understanding how a liberal arts education will look and develop was emphasised. The focus will be on the public good within the liberal arts programme. A new member of staff has been appointed to further investigate the notion of liberal arts within the University. 14-15/FC09 Chapel Refurbishment RECEIVED: An oral update from the Vice-Chancellor and the Dean of Chapel on the Chapel Refurbishment.

NOTED:

The Vice-Chancellor reported that there are many aspects relating to the

refurbishment of the Chapel but the overall vision for the building is that it will be startling in holiness and beauty. Interior design consultants are currently in consultation and members of the Committee are encouraged to feedback ideas on the design of the space. It was also reported that there are plans to build an extension on the back of the Chapel as a space for private worship. The Dean of Chapel explained that refurbishment works to the Chapel had been delayed and this has allowed for further planning on the space. The new deadline for completion has now been postponed to Summer 2015. So far, the floor of the Chapel has been lifted and this has revealed old tiles that will be incorporated into the new design. It was explained that the space will be simple and stylish and that the character of the space will be retained and further developed. The Director of

Foundation Music suggested that the material of the altar should be carefully considered as a stone altar will be difficult to move when the Chapel is used for events other than services. It was also requested that, when completed, the plan of the newly-designed Chapel should be available to the wider community. 14-15/FC10 Academic Developments RECEIVED: a) Director of Institute for Theological Partnerships A report from the Director of Institute for Theological Partnerships. (Paper 14-15/FC03 refers) b) Head of the Department of Theology and Religious Studies A report from the Head of the Department of Theology, Religion and Philosophy. (Paper 14-15/FC04 refers)

NOTED:

The name of the Department has recently been changed to the Department of

Theology, Religion and Philosophy. This academic year, there has been a good in-take of undergraduate students in the department. The Head of Department explained that a colleague has launched a crowd funding campaign to raise money to fund a modern interpretation of a late-

Foundation Committee 07 October 2014 Page 3 of 6 Minutes medieval carved memorial. The Head of Department asked members, if possible, to support the campaign through contributions. A member of the NM Committee enquired who would own this memorial and the Head of Department responded that this would be further investigated. The Head of Department commented that collaboration with partner colleges is being re-shaped following the new guidelines on collaborative partnership. In particular, this will allow for further collaborative development with Sarum College in Salisbury. Faculty of Arts NOTED:

There was no report.

Faculty of Business, Law and Sport A report from the Dean. (Paper 14-15/FC06 refers)

NOTED: The Winchester Business School has been included in the Inspirational Guide for the Implementation of PRME which has been co-edited by Professor Alan Murray. The guide details the positioning of the Business School and its integration with the University’s values.

Post-graduate programmes with the Defence College at Worthy Down have been confirmed and the programmes are currently being designed in-line with the College’s requirements. The Chair reported that Bishops are being encouraged to undertake Business Management training. The Vice-Chancellor asked the Chair to try to find out how the University can make a bid to become involved in this training. The TD Chair responded that he would look into this further. Faculty of Education, Health and Social Care A report from the Dean. (Paper 14-15/FC07 refers) NOTED: The Barton Farm Project is in the process of development. The project will incorporate the University’s value-approach to education. The Chair explained that the report titled ‘Review of Religious Education in Church of England Schools’ has recently been released and that this may be useful to the project. The Chair also suggested that it would be useful to positively respond to this report to ensure that theology and religious studies programmes in Higher Education organisations are recognised in the report. Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences A report from the Dean. (Paper 14-15/FC08 refers) d) Director of the Centre of Religions for Reconciliation and Peace A report from the Director of the Centre of Religions for Reconciliation and Peace. (Paper 14-15/FC09 refers) NOTED: Peace Jam is in the early stages of development and will focus on schools in the local area. Peace Jam has indicated that the University could be used as a hub area to engage with young people. The first Peace Jam conference will Foundation Committee 07 October 2014 Page 4 of 6 Minutes take place in March with Jodie Williams as a first Nobel Peace Laureate. The conference will coincide with the events for the University’s 175th Anniversary. A number of overseas bursaries were offered to those in conflict affected zones for participation in the MA Programme on Reconciliation. There was a high demand for the bursaries with approximately 40 applicants. Students on the programme started the course this academic year. 14-15/FC11 Internal Foundation Activities RECEIVED: a) Dean of Chapel A report from the Dean of Chapel. (Paper 14-15/FC10 refers) NOTED: The Revd Christine Day is now in post as Chaplain at the University. b) Christian Union A report from the Christian Union. (Paper 14-15/FC11 refers) c) Foundation Music RECEIVED: A report from Foundation Music. (Paper 14-15/FC12 refers) NOTED: There has been a high level of interest in Foundation Music with the current first year students. The Student Union President commended Foundation Music for their presence at recent Open Days and during Arrivals Weekend. Foundation Music has been working towards the Space for Peace event which is due to take place on 14th October 2014 and in addition, preparing for events in the Cathedral to commemorate remembrance with the partner orchestra, Southern Sinfonia. 14-15/FC12 Centre for Research into the Arts as Wellbeing RECEIVED: A report from the Convener of the Centre for Research into the Arts as Wellbeing. (Paper 14-15/FC13 refers) NOTED: Development regarding the ‘Elevate’ project at Salisbury Hospital. The Convener’s recent publication “In Tune with Heaven or Not?” The Centre is currently working with Winchester and Andover trust- evaluating projects and contributing to the wider community. 14-15/FC13 External Partnerships Winchester Cathedral and Diocese The forthcoming Lovell Lecture titled “Jesus the Christ in a World of Faiths”. A Learning Centre has been opened and a new auditorium will be developed within the new Centre.

Foundation Committee 07 October 2014 Page 5 of 6 Minutes Parish Church (Christchurch) A hog roast was organised at the Parish Church (Christchurch) during Freshers Week. The Parish Church continues to be popular with new and returning students. The Chair thanked the Rt Revd David Williams, Bishop of Basingstoke, for his thirteen years of service at Christchurch. The Bishop of Basingstoke responded that engaging with University has always been an enriching experience. It was reported that there have been an increasing number of students are engaging with the Parish Church and that this has had a positive effect on the Church. 14-15/FC14 Any other business There was no other business. 14-15/FC15 Date of next meeting NOTED: The next meeting of the Foundation Committee was scheduled for Tuesday 17 February 2015 at 2.00pm. The Dean of Chapel closed the meeting with a prayer.

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