THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA Vancouver Senate Secretariat Senate and Curriculum Services Enrolment Services 2016-1874 East Mall Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1 www.senate.ubc.ca VANCOUVER SENATE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 21, 1992 Attendance Present: President D. W. Strangway (Chair), Vice-President D. R. Birch, Mr. S. Alsgard, Dr. A. P. Autor, Mr. J. A. Banfield, Mr. S. W. Baumber, Dean C. S. Binkley, Mr. D.'A. C. Boulton, Dean pro tem. M. A. Boyd, Dr. D. M. Brunette, Mr. B. D. Burgess, Dr. D. G. A. Carter, Professor E. A. Carty, Dr. R. L. Chase, Dr. T. S. Cook, Dr. K. Dawson, Dr. J. D. Dennison, Mr. W. F. Dick, Mr. D. A. Dyment, Miss C. J. Forsythe, Mr. M. A. Fuoss, Mr. E. B. Goehring, Dean M. A. Goldberg, Dean J. R. Grace, Dr. S. E. Grace, Dr. R. D. Guy, Rev. J. Hanrahan, Dean M. J. Hollenberg, Dr. M. Isaacson, Dr. J. G. T. Kelsey, Dr. M. M. Klawe, Mr. O. C. W. Lau, Mr. D. K. Leung, Dr. S. C. Lindstrom, Dr. D. M. Lyster, Mr. D. Makihara, Dean B. C. McBride, Dr. J. A. McLean, Dean J. H. McNeill, Mr. W. B. McNulty, Dean A. Meisen, Dr. A. G. Mitchell, Dr. L. Paszner, Ms. B. M. Peterson, Dr. C. Price, Professor R. S. Reid, Dr. P. Resnick, Dean J. F. Richards, Mr. M. M. Ryan, Dr. R. A. Shearer, Dean N. Sheehan, Mr. C. M. Sing, Dr. C. E. Slonecker, Dean C. L. Smith, Dr. L. de Sobrino, Dr. L. J. Stan, Mr. M. Sugimoto, Dr. R. C. Tees, Mr. G. A. Thom, Dr. W. Uegama, Dr. J. Vanderstoep, Dr. J. M. Varah, Mr. L. Waldman, Dr. D. A. Wehrung, Dr. R. M. Will, Dr. D. Ll. Williams, Mr. E. C. H. Woo, Ms. N. E. Woo. Regrets: Chancellor L. R. Peterson, Mr. J. D. Adler, Mr. D. A. Anderson, Dr. A. F. J. Artibise, Professor P. J. Bryden, Dr. S. Cherry, Mr. N. A. Davidson, Dr. G. W. Eaton, Dr. S. W. Hamilton, Dean M. P. Marchak, Dr. H. McDonald, Dr. R. J. Patrick, Mr. A. J. Scow, Dr. G. G. E. Scudder, Dr. A. Van Seters, Dr. W. C. Wright, Jr. Senate membership i. Declaration of vacancies (University Act, section 35(6)) Ms. K. Bentsen, student representative of the Faculty of Arts Mr. J. Skorpil, student representative of the Faculty of Applied Science ii. Replacement Mr. D. Makihara replaces Mr. Skorpil as student representative of the Faculty of Applied Science Minutes of the previous meeting Dr. Slonecker l That the minutes of the first regular meeting of Dr. McLean J Senate for the Session 1992-93, having been circulated, be taken as read and adopted. Carried. Vancouver Senate minutes of October 21,1992 10396 Business arising from the Minutes Business arising from the Minutes I. SENATE NOMINATING COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP (P.10366) In accordance with established procedures, a vacancy was declared at the previous meeting for a non-student, non-convocation representative to serve on the Senate Nominating Committee. A call for nominations was sent out after the September meeting, and a nomination was subsequently received for Dr. Richard L. Chase. Dr. Dennison Dean Goldberg That nominations close. Carried. There being no further nominations, Dr. Chase was elected by acclamation. II. MOTION RE CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND SENIOR UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATORS (P. 103 75) Dr. Resnick briefly outlined some of the reasons for presenting the following motion. Dr. Resnick Mr. Baumber Whereas the autonomy of the university is a central feature of post-secondary institutions of higher learning that must be preserved and furthered; And whereas senior university administrators, be they the President, Vice-Presidents or Deans of Faculties, personify that institution in the eyes of the public; Be it resolved that senior UBC administrators who wish to accept an appointment to the board of an outside corporation or enterprise (other than non-profit or charitable) first seek the approval of the UBC Board of Governors; Be it further resolved that, in assessing any such request, the Board be guided by the principle that senior administrators not accept positions on boards which could be seen as jeopardizing the autonomy or integrity of their office; Vancouver Senate 10397 minutes of October 21,1992 Business arising from the Minutes Be it further resolved that where a senior UBC administrator, with the Board's approval, has accepted appointment to an outside board, any emolument or honorarium (other than legitimate expenses) derived from such an appointment be turned back to the university, either to general revenues, or to the designated areas, e.g. student bursaries, the library, of his/her choice. In speaking to the motion, Dr. Chase stated that, in his opinion, rather than trying to stamp out links with outside corporations, the University should encourage them. He felt that corporations which appoint Presidents, Vice-Presidents, or Deans to their Boards were being broad minded by bringing the university point of view into the board room and he welcomed this change in attitude by both parties. Dr. Will stated that the motion was difficult to respond to because it was multi-faceted. He said it was difficult to disagree with the rhetoric and the reasons for introducing such a motion. However, Dr. Will stated that he did not see any difference in purpose between Dr. Resnick's proposal and the statement on Directorships and Memberships on Boards in the Conflict of Interest Policies and Procedures presented to Senate at the previous meeting, although he did see a great difference in the proposed means of achieving those ends. Dr. Will referred to the distinction made between accepting appointments to Boards of profit and non-profit organizations. He stated that he could think of many non profit organizations on whose boards it would not be appropriate for the President to serve. The fact that a person was not paid for serving on the Board of a corporation was not a guarantee that the integrity of the University would not be damaged. Therefore, in his opinion, the distinction between profit and non profit was neither viable nor operational. Vancouver Senate 10398 minutes of October 21,1992 Business arising from the Minutes Referring to the part of the motion that would require any fees earned to be turned back to the university, Dr. Will stated that the university has very unique human resources to offer to the public that inevitably have a price on them. He stated that many people already earn money over and above their salaries by writing or by acting as consultants, so he did not see this as a critical dimension of the motion. He felt that it was incongruous to suggest that working for a corporation is not a good cause but that giving any money earned from working for a corporation for the purposes designated in the motion was a good cause. Mr. Thom spoke against the motion stating that, in his opinion, the University should be working towards becoming a greater part of the community. Mr. Carter suggested that the motion was unduly restrictive and discriminatory to certain members of the university community. He felt that it also questioned the personal judgement and the integrity of UBC's administrators. He stated that the Conflict of Interest Policies and Procedures were very comprehensive and if administered properly would serve the university adequately. Mr. Ryan also spoke against the proposal stating that to adopt such a motion would be moving against the tide. Regarding money earned by serving on Boards of corporations, Mr. Ryan felt that as long as faculty members fulfilled their obligation to the university they were entitled to any compensation received from outside activities. He stated that it was very important for a university to have contact with the outside world. Mr. Baumber, student senator, spoke in support of the motion, stating that the intent of the motion was to instigate a review of possible conflict of interest issues and Vancouver Senate 10399 minutes of October 21,1992 Business arising from the Minutes should not be viewed as a process whereby permission to accept appointments would necessarily be denied. He felt that on occasions where the university is accused of conflict of interest it should be able to stand up as a university as a whole and say the university has decided, as a body, that the involvement of this person is supported by the university and that it enriches the university's interests. Dr. Klawe spoke against the motion stating that although she supported the ideals for which the motion stood, she was comfortable with the structure outlined in the Conflict of Interest Policies and Procedures. She also saw no reason why people should not be paid for serving on Boards of corporations. Mr. Waldman, student senator, spoke against the motion stating that the university would be further isolated from the community if this motion were to pass. He felt that it took away the incentive for people to offer their services to the business world and to create the contacts which he felt were very valuable to students. Dr. Dennison stated that the real issue was a matter of perception. For instance, if a person from the university serves on a corporate Board would it be perceived that the university had lost its position of disinterest. Would that person be viewed as speaking for or representing the university, or as a qualified individual exercising their own particular form of academic freedom by serving on a Board. The question was how could a university President in particular be perceived to be not speaking or not representing the university on issues that are very touchy. Mr. Woo, student senator, did not see that the motion should be perceived as the university isolating itself from the public. He did not feel that it was restrictive to say Vancouver Senate 10400 minutes of October 21,1992 Business arising from the Minutes that no senior administrator should be allowed to serve on any Board without the approval of UBC's Board of Governors but rather that it was a mechanism for review. Dr. Sobrino spoke in support of the motion. He did not feel as others did that in approving the motion the university would be isolating itself from the public. The intention was to impose a set of conditions so that participation in certain enterprises could not perceived as the university giving up its autonomy. Dr. McLean spoke against the motion. He stated that he had worked very closely with a company during his sabbatical and had been able to bring information from the university community into society. He stated that he also valued the opportunity this had given him to discuss strategies relating to his research. He felt that the university had some vital functions to fulfil and that it could participate with these companies without any conflict of interest as long as it was in the best interests of all concerned. He stated that the university needed to link in with the community and that this could be done without sacrificing any of its autonomy and academic freedom. Dr. Tees expressed concern that if the motion were to be defeated the perception might be that Senate had taken a step backward in relation to the Conflict of Interest Policies and Procedures presented at the previous meeting. He noted that the process of seeking approval was included in those policies under the heading Directorships and Memberships in Boards, and that the final paragraph makes it clear that whoever is making the decision should be looking at the issue of the interests of the University. Although he felt that this procedure was appropriate and that the proposed motion did not add enough to vote for it, he was concerned that people might get the wrong idea if the motion was defeated. Vancouver Senate 10401 minutes of October 21,1992 Business arising from the Minutes Dr. Slonecker felt that the motion was restrictive and threatened academic freedom. He stated that the Conflict of Interest Policies and Procedures dealt with the issue in a permissive manner without diminishing academic freedom. Mr. Banfield stated that he did not think that corporate powers wished to direct the policy of universities. He felt that involvement with outside corporations was a plus not a minus, and that he would like to see more of this interrelationship taking place, not less. Dr. Resnick l That a secret ballot vote be conducted Mr. Baumber J Lost. The question on the main motion was put and lost, 15 for and 46 against. III. PROPOSAL TO ESTABLISH A JOINT BOARD-SENATE AD HOC COMMITTEE ON THE ENVIRONMENT FOR TEACHING (P.10378) The following proposal by Mr. Lau had been circulated: In 1989, the Senate and the Board of Governors adopted a Mission Statement for the University. This Mission Statement notes that as one of its objectives, the University will "provide an education that will enrich the lives of its graduates, enable them to play responsible roles in society, and ensure that degree programs foster the ability to think critically, creatively and independently, to exercise judgment, and to communicate clearly." Effectively, the University has committed itself to provide its students with high- quality teaching. A number of actions have been taken since 1989 to translate this commitment into action, but one determinant of quality teaching remains as yet unaddressed. In order to understand this it is useful to consider three aspects of the creation of high quality teaching: 1. the evaluation of teaching; 2. the improvement of teaching; and 3. the environment for teaching. Vancouver Senate 10402 minutes of October 21,1992 Business arising from the Minutes Recently, the area of the evaluation of teaching was reviewed by Senate; the review recommended many good practices and identified areas which needed improvement. With respect to the improvement of teaching, the Office of the President and the Faculty Association have jointly funded the Faculty Development Program, which offers programs to faculty members for the purpose of improving their teaching skills. This proposal is intended to cover the third area-the environment for teaching. Whereas the evaluation of teaching has been studied by six different groups in the past 18 years, and the improvement of teaching is currently being worked on by the Faculty Development Program, the environment for teaching has yet to be examined. Such an examination would focus not on the instructor or the course, but on the conditions under which teaching takes place. Such conditions include at least the physical (buildings, classrooms), the financial (government funding, student/instructor ratios) and the contractual (University policy, promotion and tenure requirements). Because such matters have both academic and budgetary implications, it would be useful if both Senate and the Board of Governors were involved. I therefore propose that Senate and the Board establish a joint ad hoc committee to investigate the environment for teaching at the University, and I ask Senate to adopt the following resolution: Whereas The University of British Columbia is committed to ensuring high quality teaching, And whereas the University has recently taken important steps in the matter of the evaluation and improvement of teaching, Be it resolved, subject to the approval of the Board, that the Senate and the Board of Governors establish a joint ad hoc committee to investigate the environment for teaching at this University; In particular, subject to the approval of both governing bodies, the terms of reference of the committee shall be: 1. To define the important elements in the environment for teaching (eg. physical, financial, contractual, etc.); 2. To investigate the positive and negative effects which these elements have on both undergraduate and graduate teaching at the University, in consultation with the Faculties, the Faculty Association, the Alumni Association, and the Alma Mater Society; and 3. To report back to the Senate and the Board, making recommendations if necessary concerning the environment for teaching. Vancouver Senate minutes of October 21,1992 10403 business arising from the Minutes Mr. Lau Ms. Forsythe Whereas The University of British Columbia is committed to ensuring high quality teaching; And whereas the University has recently taken important steps in the matter of the evaluation and improvement of teaching; Be it resolved, subject to the approval of the Board, that the Senate and the Board of Governors establish a joint ad hoc committee to investigate the environment for teaching at this University; In particular, subject to the approval of both governing bodies, the terms of reference of the committee shall be: 1. To define the important elements in the environment for teaching (eg. physical, financial, contractual, etc.); 2. To investigate the positive and negative effects which these elements have on both undergraduate and graduate teaching at the University, in consultation with the Faculties, the Faculty Association, the Alumni Association, and the Alma Mater Society; and 3. To report back to the Senate and the Board, making recommendations if necessary concerning the environment for teaching. Dr. Kelsey spoke in support of the motion. He stated that it would be an appropriate challenge to the proposed committee to set about defining something which has hitherto been thought of as rather nebulous. He noted that there was a vast literature on the evaluation of teaching but scarcely any on the environment for teaching. He stated that not much research has been done on whether the kind of classrooms we have in universities are exactly right for what goes on in them. He said that although he realized that this would not be an easy job, it was a very important opportunity to do something quite innovative in a climate in which Vancouver Senate 10404 minutes of October 21,1992 Business arising from the Minutes universities are being asked to sharpen their teaching "axes" more than they ever have before. Dr. Will stated that he had difficulty with the proposed method chosen to reach the objective of the motion. He said that anything to do with teaching was clearly within the purview of Senate, not the Board of Governors. He stated that the proposed committee would probably find that it was a question of resources and the collective agreement, i.e. an incentive system by which people are encouraged to improve their teaching. This would, of course, be a matter for the Board of Governors eventually, but in the meantime he felt that it would be more appropriate if the committee were to make recommendations which would then be forwarded to the Board of Governors rather than involving the Board at this stage. IN AMENDMENT: Dr. Will l That the motion be amended to read: "...That Dr. Sobrino J Senate establish an ad hoc committee to investigate the environment for teaching..." Several members spoke in favour of the amendment stating that the bicameral system under which UBC operates gives the Senate primacy in academic matters and to give the Board of Governors primacy in financial matters. To set up a joint Board/Senate committee on such an important fundamental matter as teaching would go against the primary intent of setting up such a bicameral system. Some members felt that since the proposal would eventually involve the Board it would be appropriate for the Board and Senate to work together to improve the environment for teaching. The amendment was put and carried. After further discussion the motion, as amended, was put and carried. Vancouver Senate 10405 minutes of October 21,1992 Chair's Remarks and Related Questions Chair's Remarks and Related Questions President Strangway drew Senate's attention to a recent celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Arts One program. Dr. Cook referred to an advertisement in the Ubyssey regarding the contributions made by the Alma Mater Society to student facilities, both in terms of funding and in joint management with the university. The advertisement stated that the A.M.S. has been informed that the university administration no longer wants the students to undertake building new student facilities, and that the university wants to have sole control over the management of facilities initiated and funded by students, thus relegating the A.M.S. to an advisory role as opposed to its traditional role as an equal partner. Dr. Cook requested that Senate be informed of the dialogue between the A.M.S. and the administration. President Strangway said that he had no difficulty in keeping Senate informed and that he would comment on this matter at the next meeting. Ms. Forsythe requested that Martin Ertl, President of the A.M.S. be invited to attend the next Senate meeting if this matter was to be discussed. From the Board of Governors Notification of approval in principle of Senate recommendations - subject, where applicable, to the proviso that none of the programs be implemented without formal reference to the President; and that the Deans and Heads concerned with new programs be asked to indicate the space requirements, if any, of such new programs. i. Establishment of the Chris Spencer Foundation Professorship in Dyslexia. (p.10371) ii. Establishment of the W.C.B. Chairs in Occupational Hygiene, (pp.10371-2) iii. Establishment of The Shoppers Drug Mart Professorship in Clinical Pharmacy and The David H. MacDonald Professorship in Clinical Pharmacy, (p. 10372) Vancouver Senate 10406 minutes of October 21,1992 Reports of Committees of Senate Reports of Committees of Senate NOMINATING COMMITTEE Dr. Will, Chair of the Committee, informed Senate that Dr. T. S. Cook had been nominated to replace Professor R. S. Reid on the Ad Hoc Committee on University Residences. Dr. Will l That the recommendation of the Nominating Dr. Dennison i Committee be approved. Carried. COMMITTEE ON STUDENT AWARDS (see Appendix) Dr. Cook, Chair of the Committee, presented the report. Dr. Cook drew attention to the George R. F. Elliot Fellowship in Community Health in the amount of $7,500. Dr. Cook also drew attention to the Dorothy MacCrimmon Memorial Entrance Scholarships and noted that although they were restrictive they were in line with the current policy on the acceptance of awards. Attention was also drawn to the University of B.C. Employees Society Prize of $200 made possible by C.U.P.E. Local 116. Dr. Cook l That the new awards (listed in the Appendix) Dean McBride J ^e accepted subject to the approval of the Board of Governors and that letters of thanks be sent to the donors. Carried. Report of the Tributes Committee Memorial Minutes The following memorial statements had been prepared in accordance with the custom of Senate, in recognition by the University and Senate of the late Arnold Whitney Matthews, the late Hugh Llewellyn Keenleyside, and the late David M. Brousson. Vancouver Senate 10407 minutes of October 21,1992 Report of the Tributes Committee Memorial Minutes IN MEMORIAM ARNOLD WHITNEY MATTHEWS (1902-1992) With the passing of Dean A. W. Matthews on September 24, this university has lost one more link with its past and one more of a small group of outstanding administrators who built UBC into one of Canada's eminent universities. "Whit" Matthews, as he was affectionately known by all, was born in Alberta in 1902. After his early education he entered the University of Alberta and graduated with a degree in Pharmacy in 1922. While teaching at his Alma Mater he completed a Ph.D. at the University of Florida in 1941, one of the first Canadians to have earned an advanced degree in this professional field. He continued at the University of Alberta and became Director of the School of Pharmacy, but left to accept a research post in pharmaceutical manufacturing in 1945. In 1952 he accepted the position of Dean of Pharmacy at UBC and was responsible for the creation of both the four year B.Sc. degree and the M.Sc. degree. He was widely respected by his colleagues and extremely popular with the student body. Although he retired as Dean in 1967, he continued to play a leadership role in his profession as Registrar-Treasurer of the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada until his final retirement in 1981. Dr. Matthews held numerous professional positions, served twice as President of the Canadian Pharmaceutical Association, and was founding Director of the Canadian Foundation for the Advancement of Pharmacy. He received Honorary Degrees from three universities, including The University of British Columbia. Whit Matthews was an enthusiastic participant in many sports. He won several trophies as a golfer and a curler and also held the position of President of the Royal Canadian Golf Association and a founding Director of both the original Edmonton Eskimos and the B.C. Lions. He also took a major leadership role in the extra curricular program at this university. Indeed there were few committees which promoted the interests of the student bodyto which he did not willingly give of his time and energy. He served as President of the Men's Athletic Committee and was later honoured to have a playing field dedicated in his name. Vancouver Senate 10408 minutes of October 21,1992 Report of the Tributes Committee Memorial Minutes Whit Matthews played many roles. He was an outstanding administrator, a first rate scientist, a competent professional and, above all, a warm and genuine human being. He will be long remembered. To his wife Adah and his surviving family the Senate of this university extends its deepest sympathy. Dr. Dennison i That the memorial statement for Arnold Dean McNeill J Whitney Matthews be spread on the minutes of Senate and that a copy be sent to the relatives of the deceased. Carried. IN MEMORIAM HUGH LLEWELLYN KEENLEYSIDE (1898-1992) Hugh Llewellyn Keenleyside, academic, diplomat, and one of British Columbia's most eminent public servants, died on September 28, 1992. Dr. Keenleyside was born in Toronto in 1898 but moved west with his family to British Columbia where he was to spend much of his long and productive life. After completing high school in Vancouver he served with the 2nd Canadian Tank Battalion, and then enrolled at this university, graduating with a B.A. degree in 1920. He later completed masters and doctoral degrees at Clark University in 1923. In 1925 he returned to his Alma Mater, in its first year on the Point Grey campus, as an instructor in the Department of History. From then on he was to devote more than sixty years to the service of his province and his country in an extraordinary number of capacities. After entering the Department of External Affairs, he became Canada's ambassador to Mexico, a delegate to the United Nations, and Director General of UN's Technical Assistance Administration. From 1947 to 1949 he held the position of Deputy Minister of Mines and Resources in Ottawa, and also served as Commissioner for the Northwest Territories. Vancouver Senate 10409 minutes of October 21,1992 Report of the Tributes Committee Memorial Minutes In his native province, he headed the B.C. Power Commission in 1959 and later as Chairman of B.C. Hydro during a remarkable era of development of its energy resources. Dr. Keenleyside's commitment to higher education was equally outstanding. He was elected to the Senate of this university from 1963 to 1969 and was after appointed Chancellor and Board Chairman of Notre Dame University at Nelson. He was the recipient of many prestigious awards, which included the Order of Canada, the Vanier Medal, the Haldane Medal, the Pearson Peace medal and, to his great delight, the Great Trekker Award from his own university in 1967. He was also awarded an Honorary Degree from UBC in 1945. Hugh Keenleyside held many strong views about Canada's role in the world, about the appropriate development of the province's energy resources and about higher education in general. Inevitably, he earned a degree of criticism and his words often became a subject of strenuous debate. Nevertheless, his ideas were widely sought and mush respected. In 1960, in an address to the Faculty of Commerce, he expressed his deep feelings about Canada's responsibilities to its less advantaged neighbours with these words: "We should not, we cannot, remain passive in comfort when two-thirds of the people in the world - men and women and little children with needs and emotions and hopes like our own - suffer unnecessarily from ignorance and hunger, from illness and injustice. While they are in bonds none of us can be truly free". Hugh Keenleyside was a humanitarian, a philosopher, a servant of his country in peace and war, and an outstanding graduate of this university. To his surviving family the Senate of this university extends its deepest sympathy. Dr. Dennison i That the memorial statement for Hugh Dr. Grace i Llewellyn Keenleyside be spread on the minutes of Senate and that a copy be sent to the relatives of the deceased. Carried. Vancouver Senate 10410 minutes of October 21,1992 Report of the Tributes Committee Memorial Minutes IN MEMORIAM DAVID M. BROUSSON (1920-1992) Among the large group of dedicated and loyal alumni of which this university can be justly proud, the name of the late David Brousson will always be high on the list. Mr. Brousson was born in 1920. After completing high school in Victoria he earned a teaching certificate from Victoria College in 1939. Following service as a Lieutenant of Artillery in World War II, he entered this university and graduated in 1949 with a Bachelor of Applied Science. During his university years he assumed many leadership positions in the Alma Mater Society and served as President in his senior year. The class of 1949 produced many notable alumni, including the names of Paul Plant and John Turner. It was a group who remained lifelong friends and untiring supporters of the university. After graduation David Brousson founded Century Sales and Controls Ltd. and built it into a highly successful business. He changed careers in 1975 and followed his lifelong interest in education by accepting the position of Dean at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. David Brousson's life was one of continuous and unselfish service to his province, to the betterment of education, and to this university. As an elected member of the legislature from 1968 to 1973, he earned respect from all sides of the house for his integrity and his dedication to the interests of all British Columbians. He gave his time willingly to many organizations, including trusteeships in the B.C. Advanced Systems Foundation, Discovery Foundation, Terry Fox Foundation, and as Chairman of Lions Gate Hospital Foundation. He was an active environmentalist who often raised his voice in support of the preservation of the Skagit Valley. In the field of education there were few more active supporters. He served on the Senate of this university from 1966 to 1978 and later as a member of the Board of Governors of the University of Victoria. He also served as an articulate President of the Alumni Association of The University of British Columbia. David Brousson played many roles and was a credit to each one. He was not only a leader, but he inspired others to give as generously as he did. No better tribute could be paid to David Brousson than those words written by his lifelong friend Pat McGeer: Vancouver Senate 10411 minutes of October 21,1992 Academic Year 1993-94 "We enjoyed him as a cheerful companion. We trusted him as a loyal friend. We admired him as a strong leader. We respected him as a gentleman of character, we were privileged to know him well, and we are better for it." To his wife, Trix, and to others of his family, the Senate of this university extends its deepest sympathy. Dr. Dennison i That the memorial statement for David M. Mr. Thom i Brousson be spread on the minutes of Senate and that a copy be sent to the relatives of the deceased. Carried. Academic Year 1993-94 A draft of the section of the Academic Year for inclusion in the Calendar had been circulated for information. Student elections to Governing Bodies The following proposal concerning rules and regulations for student elections to governing bodies had been circulated: The following elections are required annually: Board of Governors (University Act, Section 19 (e)) "Two full-time students elected from the Student Association" Senate (University Act, Section 34 (2) (h)) "a number of full-time students, equal to the number provided in paragraphs (a) to (f), (currently seventeen) elected from the Student Association in a manner that ensures that at least one student from each faculty is elected;" In accordance with the University Act, Section 42, "The Senate shall make and publish all rules ... in respect of nominations, elections and voting ..." Vancouver Senate minutes of October 21,1992 Other b; 10412 er business The Senate has already resolved that: the call for nominations be made by mid-November the close of nominations be the last day of lectures in the first term (approved by Senate October 12, 1983) candidates limit their campaign spending to $150.00. (approved by Senate October 16, 1991) that voting be completed by the end of January those elected to the Board of Governors take office at the first meeting of the Board on or after February 1 • those elected to Senate take office at the first meeting of Senate on or after April 1 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR 1992-93 ELECTIONS: That the schedule for this Academic year be as follows: • call for nominations in The Ubyssey, Wednesday, November 18, Tuesday, November 24, and Friday, November 27, 1992; • close of nominations, 4:00 p.m., Friday, December 4, 1992; • announcement of the list of candidates in The Ubyssey on Tuesday, January 19 and Friday, January 22, 1993; • election date, Wednesday, January 27, 1993; • evening polls 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday January 25, 1993; • daytime polls 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday, January 25 to Wednesday, January 27, 1993 inclusive. A copy of the Senate rules and regulations (previously approved by Senate) will be given to each candidate for election and copies are available to members of Senate from the Co-ordinator of Elections, Office of the Registrar, on request. Dr. Sobrino l That the recommendations for the 1992-93 Dr. Grace J student elections to Governing Bodies be approved. Carried. Other business LIBRARY COMMITTEE Dr. Will asked the Chair of the Senate Library Committee to comment on the reported 25% reduction in expenditure on serials. He referred to a motion passed by Senate in 1981 which states explicitly that "...The Senate Library Committee should Vancouver Senate 10413 minutes of October 21,1992 Other business review annually the portion of expenditure on serial subscriptions in the Library Collections budget, it should inform Senate each year of the advice given to the Library for the planning of expenditures in that period." Dr. Will also noted that the terms of reference of the committee indicate that it has to advise and inform Senate of the allocation of book funds to the fields of instruction, which in today's context that would be in relation to serials and books and non-print library services. He asked Dr. Grace, Chair of the committee, whether the Senate Library Committee is of a view that these cutbacks in serial purchases is within the policies that the committee has recently been articulating with respect to how the operating funds of the Library should be spent. Dr. Grace responded that at a recent meeting, the Senate Library Committee was informed that the cuts to journals were going to be considerably more severe than had been anticipated last year, perhaps in the region of $1,000,000. She stated that the committee would be continuing to discuss this development and would report to Senate on this matter as soon as possible. Dr. Grace informed Senate that the Library has established a mechanism for consulting on the way in which cuts could be made and that consultation will take place widely within the university and with faculty members. She stated that the process will be monitored by the committee and that individual members of the committee will also be meeting with the various groups within the library that are looking at the measures that need to be taken. Vancouver Senate 10414 minutes of October 21,1992 Adjournment TRIBUTES COMMITTEE Emeritus Status Dr. Dennison, Chair of the Committee, reported that there were two names to add to the list of recommendations for emeritus status presented at the previous meeting: Dr. C. F. Wehrhahn - Associate Professor Emeritus of Zoology Dr. R. Kennedy - Dean Emeritus of Forestry Dr. Dennison i That the recommendations of the Tributes Dean Binkley J Committee concerning emeritus status be approved. Carried. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 10.00 p.m. Next Meeting The next regular meeting of Senate will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 1992. Vancouver Senate 10415 minutes of October 21,1992 APPENDIX APPENDIX NEW AWARDS RECOMMENDED TO SENATE Norman BASCO Prize in Atmospheric Chemistry - A book prize has been endowed by family, friends and colleagues in honour of Dr. Norman Basco. The prize is awarded to the student obtaining the highest standing in CHEM 302 (Atmospheric Environmental Chemistry) and is made on the recommendation of the Department of Chemistry. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) Tim CAMERON Memorial Bursary in Maritime/Fisheries Law - A $750 bursary has been endowed by family, friends and colleagues in memory of Tim Cameron. The bursary is offered to an undergraduate student in the Faculty of Law in Maritime or Fisheries Law. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) DM Group Scholarship in Landscape Architecture - A $1,000 scholarship is offered by the DM Group to a student entering the third year of the Landscape Architecture Program. The award is made on the recommendation of the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) George R. F. ELLIOT Fellowship in Community Health - A $7,500 fellowship, endowed by the B.C. Medical Services Foundation, is offered to a graduate student in any of the three graduate programs in Community Health (Master of Health Sciences, MSc. or Phd.). The award is made on the recommendation of the Department of Health Care and Epidemiology, in consultation with the Faculty of Graduate Studies. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) HUGHES Aircraft of Canada Limited Scholarship in Electrical Engineering - A $750 scholarship is offered by Hughes Aircraft of Canada Limited to a graduate student in Electrical Engineering. The award is made on the recommendation of the Faculty of Applied Science, in consultation with the Faculty of Graduate Studies. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) INDUSTRA Service Corporation Bryan Ellis Memorial Bursary - A $1,500 bursary is offered by Industra Service Corporation in memory of their Director, Bryan Ellis. The award is made to a student in the Department of Mechanical Engineering within the Faculty of Applied Science. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) Dorothy MACCRIMMON Memorial Entrance Scholarship - Two scholarships of $2,500 each have been endowed in memory of Dorothy Williams MacCrimmon. The scholarships are offered to students entering the University from secondary schools outside the Lower Mainland region, preferably from the Gulf Islands. (Available 1993/94 Winter Session.) Donald M. MCLEAN Prize in Medical Microbiology - A $300 prize has been endowed in honour of Dr. Donald M. McLean who retired from UBC in 1991. The prize is awarded to a graduating student in the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Program with a scholarship average and with the highest standing in Medical Microbiology MMIB 327. The prize is made on the recommendation of the Department of Pathology. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) MEDICAL Microbiology Prize - A $150 prize has been endowed by the Division of Medical Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine. This prize is offered to the student attaining the highest standing in Medical Microbiology MMIB 427 and is made on the recommendation of the Department of Pathology. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) Vancouver Senate 10416 minutes of October 21,1992 APPENDIX Mildred Catherine ORR Memorial Scholarship in Family and Nutritional Sciences - A $300 scholarship has been endowed in memory of Mildred Catherine Orr, former Provincial Director of Home Economics from 1959 to 1968 and is offered to an undergraduate or graduate student in Family and Nutritional Sciences. It is made on the recommendation of the School of Family and Nutritional Sciences and in the case of graduate students, in consultation with the Faculty of Graduate Studies. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) UNIVERSITY of B.C. Employees Society No. 116 Prize - A $200 prize is offered by the UBC Employees Society - C.U.P.E. Local 116. The award is offered to an undergraduate or graduate student in Social Work. The prize is made on the recommendation of the School of Social Work, and in the case of graduate students in consultation with the Faculty of Graduate Studies. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) UPJOHN Company of Canada Prize in Psychiatry - A $200 prize is offered by the Upjohn Company of Canada to a third year medical student specializing in Psychiatry. The award is made on the recommendation of the Department of Psychiatry. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) Hamilton G. WADMAN Memorial Prize - A $100 prize is offered by Robert and Helen Coleman in memory of Dr. Hamilton G. Wadman. The award is made to a student in the post-graduate residency training program of Obstetrics and Gynaecology who demonstrates clinical skills, patient care and leadership. The prize is made on the recommendation of the Faculty of Medicine. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) John K. WEGLO Bursary in Metals and Materials Engineering - A $300 bursary has been endowed by John K. Weglo. The award is offered to an undergraduate or graduate student in Metals and Materials Engineering. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) WESTERN Canada Dental Society Leadership Scholarship - A $300 scholarship has been endowed by the Western Canada Dental Society. The award is offered to a student in the Faculty of Dentistry who has demonstrated leadership qualities. The scholarship is made on the recommendation of the Faculty. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) Albert Ho YEE Bursary in Medicine - A $1,000 bursary is offered by Mrs. Bernice Gilbert in recognition of Dr. Albert Ho Yee's commitment to medical practice. The award is made to a student in the Faculty of Medicine. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.) UNIVERSITY of British Columbia Occupational Hygiene Programme Graduate Scholarship - A $2,000 scholarship is offered to a full-time graduate student entering the first year of the Masters degree programme in Occupational Hygiene. The award is made on the recommendation of the program Director, in consultation with the Faculty of Graduate Studies. (Available 1992/93 Winter Session.)
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