THE PRINCIPAL'S ANNUAL REPORT 2012 – 2013 Dr. David Sylvester Principal Table of Contents Table of Contents .......................................................................................................................................................2 THE KING’S MISSION...................................................................................................................................................4 THE KING’S VISION .....................................................................................................................................................4 INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................................................................................4 SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2012-13 ......................................................................................................................5 EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING ..........................................................................................................................................7 2012-2013 Dean’s Honor Roll of Teaching Excellence ...........................................................................................9 Instructor Evaluation Chart ................................................................................................................................. 12 A Culture Of Scholarship ...................................................................................................................................... 12 ACADEMIC PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT ............................................................................................................... 19 CAMPUS MINISTRY AT KING’S ................................................................................................................................. 33 A VIBRANT ACADEMIC, CULTURAL AND SPIRITUAL MILIEU .................................................................................... 42 The Religious Life Lecture Series ......................................................................................................................... 42 The Centre for Studies in Creativity .................................................................................................................... 42 The Centre for Catholic-Jewish Learning ............................................................................................................. 43 Centre for Advanced Research in European Philosophy ..................................................................................... 44 The Centre for Social Concern ............................................................................................................................. 45 PARTNERSHIPS IN LEARNING .................................................................................................................................. 47 INTERNATIONALIZATION ......................................................................................................................................... 49 International Student Events and Activities ........................................................................................................ 50 International House ............................................................................................................................................. 50 THE KING’S UNIVERSITY COLLEGE STUDENTS’ COUNCIL ......................................................................................... 52 A CULTURE OF SERVICE ........................................................................................................................................... 53 THE ACADEMIC HEART OF KING’S UNIVERSITY COLLEGE: THE G. EMMETT CARDINAL CARTER LIBRARY ............. 65 Library-as-Place ................................................................................................................................................... 65 Information Services ............................................................................................................................................ 68 Information Resources ........................................................................................................................................ 69 Collaborative Partnerships .................................................................................................................................. 74 HUMAN RESOURCES................................................................................................................................................ 79 FOUNDATION AND ALUMNI .................................................................................................................................... 81 Alumni Affairs ...................................................................................................................................................... 81 King’s University College Foundation .................................................................................................................. 83 ENHANCING THE CAMPUS ENVIRONMENT: PHYSICAL PLANT ............................................................................... 85 ADMINISTRATION AND RECEPTION .................................................................................................................... 85 SECURITY AND SAFETY......................................................................................................................................... 85 HOUSEHOLD SERVICES AND GROUNDSKEEPING ................................................................................................ 86 MAJOR PROJECTS ................................................................................................................................................ 88 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES ................................................................................................................. 89 THE FINANCIAL PICTURE ........................................................................................................................................ 102 STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES ......................................................................................................................... 106 PAYROLL ............................................................................................................................................................ 107 REPORTS ............................................................................................................................................................ 107 RETIREMENT PLANS ........................................................................................................................................... 107 Appendices ............................................................................................................................................................ 109 THE KING’S MISSION King's is a Catholic university college committed to the The detailed information provided in ongoing creation of a vital academic community animated this report is assembled from the by a Christian love of learning and the pursuit of truth. The individual reports presented by the College strives to foster an environment based on open Senior Administrators of King’s and enquiry, Christian values and service to the larger the Manager of Communications and community. Media Relations. I am grateful for their contribution and professionalism. THE KING’S VISION King's vision is to be the premier Canadian Catholic colleges and universities, and one of the best undergraduate liberal arts institutions of higher learning in the country. Jane Antoniak, Manager of Communications & Media Relations INTRODUCTION Rev. Michael Bechard, Chaplain & Though primarily an accountability document, and therefore Director of Campus Ministry never short on detail, the Principal’s Report is intended to demonstrate and celebrate how the entire King’s community Claire Callaghan, Chief Librarian seeks excellence in all things, and that what sets us apart is our foundational commitment to the people who live and Dr. Sauro Camiletti, Academic Dean learn in this community. Veronika Elsie, Director of Human The guiding goals of the Principal’s Report arise from our Resources continuing strategic plan, Vision, Values and Learning: A Strategic Plan for King’s University College, 2010−2014. Tom Jory, Director of Information As you read this Report, please keep in mind the primary Technology Services aspirations of the King’s community articulated in this document, namely: Erin Lawson, Executive Director of Alumni Affairs & Foundation 1. To establish a community of engaged scholars actively pursuing the acquisition, creation and Jeff Major, Chief Financial Officer dissemination of knowledge; 2. To articulate, realize and celebrate the Catholic Marilyn Mason, Registrar vision in all dimensions of College life; 3. To enhance the spirit of community within the Michael Tattersall, Director of Physical College; Plant 4. To develop the College’s regional, national and global profile; 5. To consolidate and augment the legal, Mary Carol Watters, Dean of Students organizational and financial position of the College; 6. To create an environmentally sustainable College. OVERVIEW: The 2012-13 academic year at King’s was marked by: Enrolment & financial stability Continued implementation of the Academic Review, including faculty hiring for replacement and additions to complement Continuation of construction