Modification to Tenure Committee Meeting Protocols for the Academic Year July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 (PDAD&C #17)

From: Heather Boon, Vice-Provost, Faculty & Academic LifeDate: August 27, 2021Re: Modification to Tenure Committee Meeting Protocols for the Academic Year July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 (PDAD&C #17) Further to PDAD&C #45 (dated February 12, 2021) and PDAD&C #24 (dated November 19, 2020), and in light of the continued public health concerns associated with the pandemic, the […]

Update on the Vice-President, Research & Innovation, and Strategic Initiatives

From: Meric Gertler, PresidentDate: August 20, 2021Re: Update on the Vice-President, Research & Innovation, and Strategic Initiatives I am writing to let you know that Professor Ted Sargent will be stepping down as Vice-President, Research & Innovation, and Strategic Initiatives effective December 31, 2021.  Ted will be moving to the Chicago area with his family, where he […]

COVID-19 Expense Reimbursement Fund (PDAD&C #12)

From: Kelly Hannah-Moffat, Vice-President, People Strategy, Equity, and CultureHeather Boon, Vice-Provost, Faculty & Academic Life Date: August 12, 2021 Re: COVID-19 Expense Reimbursement Fund (the “CERF”) (PDAD&C #12) Following the University’s agreement with UTFA on a COVID-19 specific Letter of Understanding, we are announcing the establishment of the COVID-19 Expense Reimbursement Fund (the “CERF”) to […]

Course Evaluation Data for Academic Review Processes: COVID-19 (PDAD&C #13)

From: Heather Boon, Vice-Provost, Faculty & Academic Life Susan McCahan, Vice-Provost, Academic Programs and Vice Provost, Innovations in Undergraduate Education Date: August 12, 2021 Re: Course Evaluation Data for Academic Review Processes: COVID-19 (PDAD&C #13) We are writing to advise you about an agreement between the University and UTFA concerning two matters relating to the […]

Workload Considerations During COVID-19 (PDAD&C #14)

From: Heather Boon, Vice-Provost, Faculty and Academic LifeDate: August 12, 2021Re: Workload Considerations During COVID-19 (PDAD&C #14) The COVID-19 pandemic and related public health guidance and provincial legislation have had a significant impact on the responsibilities, workload, and professional activities of many faculty members and librarians. This memo reiterates the principles and considerations that should […]

Appointment of an Interim Dean, Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work (PDAD&C #11)

From: Trevor Young, Acting Vice-President & ProvostDate: August 10, 2021Re: Appointment of an Interim Dean, Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work (PDAD&C #11) I am pleased to announce that the Agenda Committee of Academic Board has approved the appointment of Professor Charmaine Williams as Interim Dean of the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work for a one-year term, […]

Feedback for Initial Proposed Recommendations for Accessibility in Postsecondary Education

From: Ben Poynton, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) OfficerDate: August 6, 2021Re: Feedback for Initial Proposed Recommendations for Accessibility in Postsecondary Education Text: Established by the Ontario government in 2017, the Postsecondary Standards Development Committee has brought forward for public comment and feedback a comprehensive series of draft recommendations on what accessibility standards […]

Appointment of Dr. Pierre Piché as Interim Chief Financial Officer (PDAD&C #6)

From: Meric Gertler, PresidentDate:  July 30, 2021Re: Appointment of Dr. Pierre Piché as Interim Chief Financial Officer (PDAD&C #6) As announced in PDADC Memo #80, Sheila Brown is retiring from her role of Chief Financial Officer on July 31, 2021.  I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Pierre Piché as Interim Chief Financial Officer effective […]

Appointment of Professor Alexie Tcheuyap as Associate Vice-President and Vice-Provost, International Student Experience (PDAD&C #4)

From: Cheryl Regehr, Vice-President & ProvostJoseph Wong, Vice-President, InternationalDate:  July 30, 2021Re:   Appointment of Professor Alexie Tcheuyap as Associate Vice-President and Vice-Provost, International Student Experience (PDAD&C #4) We are delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Alexie Tcheuyap has received governance approval for a five-year term as Associate Vice-President and Vice-Provost, International Student Experience, beginning September 1, […]

Call for Proposals — Global Classrooms (PDAD&C #10)

From: Joe Wong, Vice President, InternationalDate: July 30, 2021Re: Call for Proposals — Global Classrooms (PDAD&C #10) In alignment with the university’s commitment to providing all students with access to a globally relevant education through a variety of pathways, funding is available to support the development of Global Classrooms through a second call for proposals, Global Classrooms offer an […]