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 […]

Accommodation for Religious Observances (PDAD&C #8)

From: Sandy Welsh, Vice-Provost, Students Date: July 29, 2021 Re: Accommodation for Religious Observances (PDAD&C #8) I am writing to remind you of the University’s commitment and policy concerning accommodation for religious observances and ask that you forward this information to instructors in your department. As you may already be aware, this year Rosh Hashanah will fall on […]

Appointment of Dr. Catherine Chandler-Crichlow as Dean of the School of Continuing Studies (PDAD&C #3)

From: Cheryl Regehr, Vice-President & ProvostTrevor Young, Acting Vice-President & ProvostDate: July 20, 2021Re: Appointment of Dr. Catherine Chandler-Crichlow as Dean of the School of Continuing Studies (PDAD&C #3) I am delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Catherine Chandler-Crichlow as Dean of the School of Continuing Studies, effective November 1, 2021. Dr. Chandler-Crichlow comes […]

Update on the Dean of the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work (PDAD&C #2)

From: Cheryl Regehr, Vice-President & ProvostTrevor Young, Acting Vice-President & ProvostDate: July 14, 2021Re: Update on the Dean of the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work (PDAD&C #2) Professor Dexter Voisin will be stepping down from his appointment as Dean of the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, effective December 31, 2021. Professor Voisin has accepted an […]

Now Available – 2021-22 PDAD&C Meeting Dates and Information (PDAD&C #1)

From: Trevor Young, Acting Vice-President & ProvostDate: July 8, 2021Re: Now Available – 2021-22 PDAD&C Meeting Dates and Information (PDAD&C #1) Please save this message for future reference and share with your administrative staff responsible for scheduling. Welcome to all new and returning Principals, Deans, Academic Directors, and Chairs. As you may be aware, all Academic Administrators who […]