Date: July 29, 2011
To: PDAD&C
Professional & Managerial Staff
President of UTFA
Presidents of Employee Unions
Presidents of Union Associations
From: Angela Hildyard
Vice-President, Human Resources and Equity
Re: Announcement - Anti-Racism & Cultural Diversity Office
It is with very mixed feelings that I must advise you that Shadell Permanand, our Anti-Racism and Cultural Diversity Officer will be leaving her position as of August 26th. Shadell’s partner has received an outstanding employment offer for a position in Chicago - one that the family could not refuse. Shadell and her family are moving in early September so as to ensure that their children are able to start the school year in their new schools. While I am delighted for Shadell and her family, I am extremely sorry to lose her from the University.
Shadell has made significant contributions to the University, building strong relationships with key stakeholders and dealing with complex issues in a sensitive, principled way. I am delighted that she has agreed to return to Toronto for several days in the fall to deliver training programs that she has developed and I hope we will continue to be able to access her expertise in these areas from time to time.
A search for the Anti-Racism and Cultural Diversity Officer will be initiated very soon. In the meantime, if you need assistance you may continue to call the ARCD Office (978-5439; tricia.patel@utoronto.ca), Paddy Stamp (978-3908; paddy.stamp@utoronto.ca) or Andrea Carter (978-8167; andrea.carter@utoronto.ca).
Please join me in wishing Shadell and her family every success in their new venture.
Friday, July 29, 2011
[PDADC-L] Provostial Advisory Group on Academic Planning ‐ Draft Report
PDAD&C#4, 2011-12
MEMORANDUM
To: Governing Council
PDAD&C
Professional & Managerial Staff
Confidential Staff
President of UTFA
Presidents of Employee Unions
Presidents of APUS, GSU, SCSU, UTMSU and UTSU
From: Cheryl Regehr, Vice-Provost, Academic Programs
Edith Hillan, Vice-Provost, Faculty and Academic Life
Date: July 29, 2011
Re: Provostial Advisory Group on Academic Planning ‐ Draft Report
In November 2010, the Vice President and Provost announced the establishment of a Provostial Advisory Group on Academic Planning and invited nominations for membership of the group (http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/public/pdadc/2010_to_2011/36.htm). The University of Toronto community responded enthusiastically to the request and from the nominations received, a highly qualified and broadly representative group was established (http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/public/pdadc/2010_to_2011/55.htm).
The Advisory Group was charged with the task of examining models of academic planning and identifying best practices for planning at unit and divisional levels. The Advisory Group will provide advice to the Office of the Vice-President and Provost, regarding the development of university guidelines for academic planning. These guidelines will be incorporated into the University of Toronto Academic Administrative Procedures Manual (http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/procedures.htm) which provides detailed procedures, best practices, and standardized templates for program planning and quality assurance processes at the University.
The Advisory Group has developed a draft report of recommendations regarding the principles and process of academic planning that can be found at http://www.vpacademic.utoronto.ca/Initiatives/Provostial_Advisory_Group_on_Academic_Planning.htm. The Advisory Group welcomes comments and suggestions from all interested members of the community at academic.planning@utoronto.ca.
MEMORANDUM
To: Governing Council
PDAD&C
Professional & Managerial Staff
Confidential Staff
President of UTFA
Presidents of Employee Unions
Presidents of APUS, GSU, SCSU, UTMSU and UTSU
From: Cheryl Regehr, Vice-Provost, Academic Programs
Edith Hillan, Vice-Provost, Faculty and Academic Life
Date: July 29, 2011
Re: Provostial Advisory Group on Academic Planning ‐ Draft Report
In November 2010, the Vice President and Provost announced the establishment of a Provostial Advisory Group on Academic Planning and invited nominations for membership of the group (http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/public/pdadc/2010_to_2011/36.htm). The University of Toronto community responded enthusiastically to the request and from the nominations received, a highly qualified and broadly representative group was established (http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/public/pdadc/2010_to_2011/55.htm).
The Advisory Group was charged with the task of examining models of academic planning and identifying best practices for planning at unit and divisional levels. The Advisory Group will provide advice to the Office of the Vice-President and Provost, regarding the development of university guidelines for academic planning. These guidelines will be incorporated into the University of Toronto Academic Administrative Procedures Manual (http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/procedures.htm) which provides detailed procedures, best practices, and standardized templates for program planning and quality assurance processes at the University.
The Advisory Group has developed a draft report of recommendations regarding the principles and process of academic planning that can be found at http://www.vpacademic.utoronto.ca/Initiatives/Provostial_Advisory_Group_on_Academic_Planning.htm. The Advisory Group welcomes comments and suggestions from all interested members of the community at academic.planning@utoronto.ca.
[PDADC-L] Staff Announcement - Hart House
PDAD&C 2011-02
MEMORANDUM
To: Principal, Deans, Academic Directors, and Chairs
From: Jill Matus, Vice-Provost, Students
Date: July 25, 2011
Re: Staff Announcement - Hart House
It is with mixed feelings that I share the news that Dr. Louise Cowin, the Warden of Hart House, will be leaving the University of Toronto to take up the position of Vice President, Students at the University of British Columbia. In this role, Dr. Cowin will have leadership responsibility for shaping the student experience and broad learning environment. Her portfolio will include student development and services, student housing and hospitality services, community service learning, and athletics and recreation.
Dr Cowin joined the University of Toronto as a Senior Lecturer at OISE in 2001 and in 2003 became the Director of Student Services at OISE. In 2007, she was appointed the Warden, Hart House following a review of Hart House commissioned by the Vice-President and Provost. The review considered the extent to which Hart House reflects the University's values, principles and policies, and as a result made several recommendations with respect to Hart House's role in enriching the experience of students across the three campuses and in building campus community among students, faculty, staff and alumni.
During her tenure as Warden, Louise worked towards implementing many of these recommendations. She provided strong leadership in the course of a two year visioning process which sought to renew the role of the House while remaining true to the fundamental principles upon which it was founded. In particular, Louise worked to reflect the interests of a diverse University community in program offerings and to make programming serve student development. There are many notable accomplishments achieved under Louise's leadership, including the expansion and modernization of the Justina M. Barnicke Gallery and the Upper Gym, the transformation of the HUB, the Reading and Map Rooms, and the arrival of CIUT Radio to Hart House.
We would like to thank Louise for her contributions to the University of Toronto, and to Hart House and to wish her great success in her new role at UBC. The search process for a new Warden will commence shortly.
MEMORANDUM
To: Principal, Deans, Academic Directors, and Chairs
From: Jill Matus, Vice-Provost, Students
Date: July 25, 2011
Re: Staff Announcement - Hart House
It is with mixed feelings that I share the news that Dr. Louise Cowin, the Warden of Hart House, will be leaving the University of Toronto to take up the position of Vice President, Students at the University of British Columbia. In this role, Dr. Cowin will have leadership responsibility for shaping the student experience and broad learning environment. Her portfolio will include student development and services, student housing and hospitality services, community service learning, and athletics and recreation.
Dr Cowin joined the University of Toronto as a Senior Lecturer at OISE in 2001 and in 2003 became the Director of Student Services at OISE. In 2007, she was appointed the Warden, Hart House following a review of Hart House commissioned by the Vice-President and Provost. The review considered the extent to which Hart House reflects the University's values, principles and policies, and as a result made several recommendations with respect to Hart House's role in enriching the experience of students across the three campuses and in building campus community among students, faculty, staff and alumni.
During her tenure as Warden, Louise worked towards implementing many of these recommendations. She provided strong leadership in the course of a two year visioning process which sought to renew the role of the House while remaining true to the fundamental principles upon which it was founded. In particular, Louise worked to reflect the interests of a diverse University community in program offerings and to make programming serve student development. There are many notable accomplishments achieved under Louise's leadership, including the expansion and modernization of the Justina M. Barnicke Gallery and the Upper Gym, the transformation of the HUB, the Reading and Map Rooms, and the arrival of CIUT Radio to Hart House.
We would like to thank Louise for her contributions to the University of Toronto, and to Hart House and to wish her great success in her new role at UBC. The search process for a new Warden will commence shortly.
Gradschool e-News : August 2011, Incoming Student Edition
welcome
Congratulations on your acceptance to the University of Toronto and welcome. You are sure to have questions. The School of Graduate Studies has answers. Start with the SGS Essential Graduate Guide handbook and the Information for New Students page on the SGS website - great sources of information for new graduate students.
need-to-know
Registrarial information for new students
The SGS website and Calendar are excellent resources for information on the rules and regulations governing graduate education. Bookmark these sites. Take some time to familiarize yourself with where to find information you need, such as the rules for adding or dropping course without academic penalty, the degree requirements of your program of study, guidelines and best practices of supervision, and much more. If you wish to have a hard copy of the 2011/2012 SGS Calendar, please visit the SGS Student Services front desk at 63 St. George St. with your TCard.
Your TCard and UTORid, your keys to U of T services
Your TCard is your student photo identification card, your library card, and your key to various student activities and services. If you have not yet picked up your TCard, please stop by the Robarts Library (St. George), the Card Office (Mississauga), or the Registrar's Office (Scarborough) to do so.
You will need your TCard to activate your UTORid, which will also automatically create your U of T email account. All official communication from the University is sent to your U of T email account. Your UTORid also gives you access to the Portal and to web-based services such as online course enrolment.
Registration fee deadline: August 26
Registration fees are to be paid by August 26. You not are registered until you have paid tuition and incidental fees, or have made an appropriate fees arrangement (see below). Your tuition invoice is electronically posted to your account on the Student Web Service in late July. After August 26, fees payments may be subject to late charges. Fall session registration ends September 16.
Course enrolment
Course enrolment is normally done through the Student Web Service (SWS) although some graduate units preload required course and research activity. Take a few minutes to check your enrolment. Most graduate classes start the week of September 12. Contact your department if you have questions.
money matters
Fee deferrals or registration without payment
OSAP and other provincial loan recipients can apply via the Student Web Service to defer fees, pending receipt of funding. Students with full funding packages, awards, research stipends or teaching assistantships can make a request to register without payment pending receipt of funding. Contact your department graduate administrator for more information.
Award payments by instalment
SGS award payments are made three times a year in September, January and May. September award payments (for both internal and external awards) are refunded directly to you. You are responsible for paying your fees. Fees are not deducted from your award instalment except if you have arrears. See Managing Your Award for details. We strongly urge students to set up direct deposit on your account on the Student Web Service to ensure that you receive your payment(s) quickly.
UTM/UTSC campus affiliation and course union fees
UTM/UTSC campus students are eligible for UTM/UTSC incidental (non-academic) fees. Students in single campus programs at UTSC (M. Env.Sci) or at UTM (MBT, MMI, MMPA, DIFA) do not need to apply. Affiliation is assigned automatically. Other students who satisfy the criteria to affiliate with UTM or UTSC need to apply by completing the Change of Campus Affiliation form. Any student who would like to direct their course union fees to the UTM/UTSC departmental course unions may do so by completing this form. September 16 is the deadline to apply for the campus affiliation rebate.
For more information, contact your graduate unit or the appropriate graduate affairs office: UTSC: 416-287-7047; UTM: 905-569-4768.
news
U of T's new online map makes campus easy to navigate
U of T has introduced an innovative new map to help you easily find your way around the St. George campus. It's searchable, layered and allows you to get directions to places on campus from anywhere
upcoming events
SGS Graduate Orientation 2011:
September 6
Orientation is an opportunity for you to meet your peers from all three campuses and experience the scope and diversity of the U of T graduate community.
The School of Graduate Studies invites incoming students to Graduate Orientation 2011 on Tuesday, September 6. Visit the Information Fair and explore the many programs and services available to you. Attend a panel discussion about your graduate school experience and take a campus tour. Spots are still available for the afternoon sessions. Find details and registration on the SGS website.
Graduate Professional Skills Program information sessions
The Graduate Professional Skills (GPS) Program is designed to help doctoral-stream graduate students become fully prepared for their future. The program focuses on skills beyond those conventionally learned within a disciplinary program of study that may be critical to success in the wide range of careers graduates enter, both within or outside of academe. To learn more, attend one of the GPS Information Sessions at Grad Room on Wednesday, September 14 or Thursday, September 15, 2:00-3:00pm.
supports & resources
Support for TAs
The Teaching Assistants' Training Program (TATP) is hosting its annual TA Day on Thursday, September 1 at Sidney Smith Hall, 100 St. George St., 8:15am-4:00pm. New and returning teaching assistants will learn effective teaching strategies, identify key resources to help support teaching and learning, and will interact with award-winning faculty members and fellow TAs from across the University. The full-day event is free and open to TAs from all three campuses. A full program and online registration will be available August 8 at www.teaching.utoronto.ca and registration begins August 15.
Your health is important to us
Are you coming to Toronto for the first time? U of T's health services suggest you bring your immunization records and medical certificates with you. These documents are not required for registration, but your immunization and medical certificates will ensure that we can provide the highest level of health care while you are here, should need it. U of T's health services provide confidential, student-centred health care, including comprehensive medical care, travel education, immunization, counselling and referrals.
St. George Health & Wellness
Mississauga Health and Counselling Centre
Scarborough Health and Wellness Centre
English Language Writing and Support (ELWS)
The Office of English Language and Writing Support offers instruction to target both native and non-native speakers of English. ELWS offers non-credit courses, single session workshops, individual writing consultations and website resources - all for free. September courses and workshops will be posted on the ELWS website by late August, and online registration will open on Thursday, September 1 at 10:00am. The ELWS Writing Centre will remain closed during August and will reopen in September.
New to Canada? Support for international students
The Centre for International Experience is the place for international students on the St. George Campus to sign up for medical insurance (UHIP), apply for off-campus work permits, seek advice and mentorship, and much more. They can also provide you with valuable advice on coming to U of T and offer orientation for new international students. Students at UTM and UTSC can pick up their UHIP cards at their health service and have access to both the St. George and campus-based international student services.
Centre for International Experience
International Student Resource Centre at Mississauga
International Student Centre at Scarborough
Congratulations on your acceptance to the University of Toronto and welcome. You are sure to have questions. The School of Graduate Studies has answers. Start with the SGS Essential Graduate Guide handbook and the Information for New Students page on the SGS website - great sources of information for new graduate students.
need-to-know
Registrarial information for new students
The SGS website and Calendar are excellent resources for information on the rules and regulations governing graduate education. Bookmark these sites. Take some time to familiarize yourself with where to find information you need, such as the rules for adding or dropping course without academic penalty, the degree requirements of your program of study, guidelines and best practices of supervision, and much more. If you wish to have a hard copy of the 2011/2012 SGS Calendar, please visit the SGS Student Services front desk at 63 St. George St. with your TCard.
Your TCard and UTORid, your keys to U of T services
Your TCard is your student photo identification card, your library card, and your key to various student activities and services. If you have not yet picked up your TCard, please stop by the Robarts Library (St. George), the Card Office (Mississauga), or the Registrar's Office (Scarborough) to do so.
You will need your TCard to activate your UTORid, which will also automatically create your U of T email account. All official communication from the University is sent to your U of T email account. Your UTORid also gives you access to the Portal and to web-based services such as online course enrolment.
Registration fee deadline: August 26
Registration fees are to be paid by August 26. You not are registered until you have paid tuition and incidental fees, or have made an appropriate fees arrangement (see below). Your tuition invoice is electronically posted to your account on the Student Web Service in late July. After August 26, fees payments may be subject to late charges. Fall session registration ends September 16.
Course enrolment
Course enrolment is normally done through the Student Web Service (SWS) although some graduate units preload required course and research activity. Take a few minutes to check your enrolment. Most graduate classes start the week of September 12. Contact your department if you have questions.
money matters
Fee deferrals or registration without payment
OSAP and other provincial loan recipients can apply via the Student Web Service to defer fees, pending receipt of funding. Students with full funding packages, awards, research stipends or teaching assistantships can make a request to register without payment pending receipt of funding. Contact your department graduate administrator for more information.
Award payments by instalment
SGS award payments are made three times a year in September, January and May. September award payments (for both internal and external awards) are refunded directly to you. You are responsible for paying your fees. Fees are not deducted from your award instalment except if you have arrears. See Managing Your Award for details. We strongly urge students to set up direct deposit on your account on the Student Web Service to ensure that you receive your payment(s) quickly.
UTM/UTSC campus affiliation and course union fees
UTM/UTSC campus students are eligible for UTM/UTSC incidental (non-academic) fees. Students in single campus programs at UTSC (M. Env.Sci) or at UTM (MBT, MMI, MMPA, DIFA) do not need to apply. Affiliation is assigned automatically. Other students who satisfy the criteria to affiliate with UTM or UTSC need to apply by completing the Change of Campus Affiliation form. Any student who would like to direct their course union fees to the UTM/UTSC departmental course unions may do so by completing this form. September 16 is the deadline to apply for the campus affiliation rebate.
For more information, contact your graduate unit or the appropriate graduate affairs office: UTSC: 416-287-7047; UTM: 905-569-4768.
news
U of T's new online map makes campus easy to navigate
U of T has introduced an innovative new map to help you easily find your way around the St. George campus. It's searchable, layered and allows you to get directions to places on campus from anywhere
upcoming events
SGS Graduate Orientation 2011:
September 6
Orientation is an opportunity for you to meet your peers from all three campuses and experience the scope and diversity of the U of T graduate community.
The School of Graduate Studies invites incoming students to Graduate Orientation 2011 on Tuesday, September 6. Visit the Information Fair and explore the many programs and services available to you. Attend a panel discussion about your graduate school experience and take a campus tour. Spots are still available for the afternoon sessions. Find details and registration on the SGS website.
Graduate Professional Skills Program information sessions
The Graduate Professional Skills (GPS) Program is designed to help doctoral-stream graduate students become fully prepared for their future. The program focuses on skills beyond those conventionally learned within a disciplinary program of study that may be critical to success in the wide range of careers graduates enter, both within or outside of academe. To learn more, attend one of the GPS Information Sessions at Grad Room on Wednesday, September 14 or Thursday, September 15, 2:00-3:00pm.
supports & resources
Support for TAs
The Teaching Assistants' Training Program (TATP) is hosting its annual TA Day on Thursday, September 1 at Sidney Smith Hall, 100 St. George St., 8:15am-4:00pm. New and returning teaching assistants will learn effective teaching strategies, identify key resources to help support teaching and learning, and will interact with award-winning faculty members and fellow TAs from across the University. The full-day event is free and open to TAs from all three campuses. A full program and online registration will be available August 8 at www.teaching.utoronto.ca and registration begins August 15.
Your health is important to us
Are you coming to Toronto for the first time? U of T's health services suggest you bring your immunization records and medical certificates with you. These documents are not required for registration, but your immunization and medical certificates will ensure that we can provide the highest level of health care while you are here, should need it. U of T's health services provide confidential, student-centred health care, including comprehensive medical care, travel education, immunization, counselling and referrals.
St. George Health & Wellness
Mississauga Health and Counselling Centre
Scarborough Health and Wellness Centre
English Language Writing and Support (ELWS)
The Office of English Language and Writing Support offers instruction to target both native and non-native speakers of English. ELWS offers non-credit courses, single session workshops, individual writing consultations and website resources - all for free. September courses and workshops will be posted on the ELWS website by late August, and online registration will open on Thursday, September 1 at 10:00am. The ELWS Writing Centre will remain closed during August and will reopen in September.
New to Canada? Support for international students
The Centre for International Experience is the place for international students on the St. George Campus to sign up for medical insurance (UHIP), apply for off-campus work permits, seek advice and mentorship, and much more. They can also provide you with valuable advice on coming to U of T and offer orientation for new international students. Students at UTM and UTSC can pick up their UHIP cards at their health service and have access to both the St. George and campus-based international student services.
Centre for International Experience
International Student Resource Centre at Mississauga
International Student Centre at Scarborough
Gradschool e-News : August 2011, Returning Student Edition
need-to-know
Registration fee deadline: August 26
Registration fees are to be paid by August 26. The minimum payment to register amount (65% of current year tuition) is specified on your student fee invoice, (check your account on the Student Web Service). Students with outstanding tuition fees are blocked from registering pending payment. Students who have reached their time limit to achieve candidacy or for completion of their degree program are also blocked from registering, pending an approved candidacy or program extension. After August 26, fees payments may be subject to late charges. Fall session registration ends September 16.
Course enrolment
Course enrolment is normally done through the Student Web Service (SWS) although some graduate units preload required course and research activity. Take a few minutes to check your enrolment. Most graduate classes start the week of September 12. Contact your department if you have questions.
Registrarial information update
Effective September 2011, SGS has made some changes to Program Extension rules and fees for Flex-time Ph.D., Professional Doctoral and Master's students, bringing them in line with the already existing rules for Ph.D. students. Candidacy rules for Ph.D. students will also be extended to Flex-time Ph.D. and Professional Doctoral students, effective September 2011. Returning students who were registered in a program of study before the introduction of these new rules can opt in or complete their program under the rules that existed at the time of initial registration. Details of the new regulations are found on the SGS website and in the Calendar.
SGS Calendar 2011-2012 online
The 2011-2012 SGS Calendar is now available online. The Calendar is a great resource. Are you aware of the deadliness for adding or dropping a course without academic penalty? It's in the Calendar - see Sessional Dates. Do you know the maximum allowable time limit for your degree program? You'll find that and much more in the SGS Calendar and on the Information for Students section of the SGS website.
money matters
Fee deferrals or registration without payment
OSAP and other provincial loan recipients can apply via the Student Web Service to defer fees, pending receipt of funding. Students with full funding packages, awards, research stipends or teaching assistantships can make a request to register without payment pending receipt of funding. Contact your department graduate administrator for more information.
Award payments by instalment
SGS award payments are made three times a year in September, January and May. September award payments (for both internal and external awards) are refunded directly to you. You are responsible for paying your fees. Fees are not deducted from your award instalment except if you have arrears. See Managing Your Award for details. We strongly urge students to set up direct deposit on your account on the Student Web Service to ensure that you receive your payment(s) quickly.
UTM/UTSC campus affiliation and course union fees
UTM/UTSC campus students are eligible for UTM/UTSC incidental (non-academic) fees. Students in single campus programs at UTSC (M. Env.Sci) or at UTM (MBT, MMI, MMPA, DIFA) do not need to apply. Affiliation is assigned automatically. Other students who satisfy the criteria to affiliate with UTM or UTSC need to apply by completing the Change of Campus Affiliation form. Any student who would like to direct their course union fees to the UTM/UTSC departmental course unions may do so by completing this form. September 16 is the deadline to apply for the campus affiliation rebate.
For more information, contact your graduate unit or the appropriate graduate affairs office: UTSC: 416-287-7047; UTM: 905-569-4768.
Maintain interest-free status with OSAP
Full-time students not receiving OSAP for 2011-12 and who wish to maintain interest-free status on Canada/Ontario Student Loans must complete a Schedule 2 form by August 26. Forms are available at SGS (Note: Biotechnology, Management, OISE/UT, Social Work, and Information students may obtain the form at their home graduate unit).
Students with outstanding OSAP loans who do not register full-time in the 2011 fall session have until August 26 to complete and validate a Schedule 2 form in order to maintain interest free status with your previous loan(s). Repayment of your loan is then delayed by six months after the end of school. Please be aware that SGS can only validate while you are still registered. Visit the OSAP website for more information.
Supplements for NSERC/SSHRC/CIHR CGS award-holders who study abroad
The Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements program provides financial support to current Canada Graduate Scholarship (CGS) recipients to study abroad for a portion of their study program. Eligible recipients may receive up to $6,000 for travel and accommodation to any eligible foreign university or research institution in the world. Further details on eligibility, value and application processes for CIHR, SSHRC and NSERC can be found on the Government of Canada website.
news
U of T's new online map makes campus easy to navigate
U of T has introduced an innovative new map to help you easily find your way around the St. George campus. It's searchable, layered and allows you to get directions to places on campus from anywhere.
upcoming events
Farm-fresh food at U of T
The U of T Farmer's Markets put you in touch with local farmers, producers and artisans. The UTSC Farmer's Market is every Wednesday 3:00pm-7:00pm and the St. George Farmer's Market takes place at the Willcocks Common every Thursday 2:00pm-5:00pm.
Hart House Theatre and Canopy Theatre Company present 11th Season of Outdoor Theatre in Toronto
Hart House Theatre and Canopy Theatre Company are pleased to present Lysistrata - the sex strike. Come and enjoy great theatre in an outdoor setting in downtown Toronto. July 20-August 6, Wednesdays to Saturdays, 8:00pm on the Philosopher's Stage (located off of Philosopher's Walk next to the Edward Johnson Building and the Faculty of Law). Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students and seniors and are available from UofTtix, or pay what you can on Wednesdays. Remember to bring your own blanket or lawn chairs.
supports & resources
Support for TAs
The Teaching Assistants' Training Program (TATP) is hosting its annual TA Day on Thursday, September 1 at Sidney Smith Hall, 100 St. George St., 8:15am-4:00pm. New and returning teaching assistants will learn effective teaching strategies, identify key resources to help support teaching and learning, and will interact with award-winning faculty members and fellow TAs from across the University. The full-day event is free and open to TAs from all three campuses. A full program and online registration will be available August 8 at www.teaching.utoronto.ca and registration begins August 15.
English Language Writing and Support (ELWS)
September courses and workshops will be posted on the ELWS website by mid-to-late August, and online registration will open on Wednesday, September 1 at 10:00am. The ELWS Writing Centre will remain closed during August and will reopen in September.
Graduate Professional Skills Program information sessions
The Graduate Professional Skills (GPS) Program is designed to help doctoral-stream graduate students become fully prepared for their future. The program focuses on skills beyond those conventionally learned within a disciplinary program of study that may be critical to success in the wide range of careers graduates enter, both within or outside of academe. To learn more, attend one of the GPS Information Sessions at Grad Room on Wednesday, September 14 or Thursday, September 15, 2:00-3:00pm.
Registration fee deadline: August 26
Registration fees are to be paid by August 26. The minimum payment to register amount (65% of current year tuition) is specified on your student fee invoice, (check your account on the Student Web Service). Students with outstanding tuition fees are blocked from registering pending payment. Students who have reached their time limit to achieve candidacy or for completion of their degree program are also blocked from registering, pending an approved candidacy or program extension. After August 26, fees payments may be subject to late charges. Fall session registration ends September 16.
Course enrolment
Course enrolment is normally done through the Student Web Service (SWS) although some graduate units preload required course and research activity. Take a few minutes to check your enrolment. Most graduate classes start the week of September 12. Contact your department if you have questions.
Registrarial information update
Effective September 2011, SGS has made some changes to Program Extension rules and fees for Flex-time Ph.D., Professional Doctoral and Master's students, bringing them in line with the already existing rules for Ph.D. students. Candidacy rules for Ph.D. students will also be extended to Flex-time Ph.D. and Professional Doctoral students, effective September 2011. Returning students who were registered in a program of study before the introduction of these new rules can opt in or complete their program under the rules that existed at the time of initial registration. Details of the new regulations are found on the SGS website and in the Calendar.
SGS Calendar 2011-2012 online
The 2011-2012 SGS Calendar is now available online. The Calendar is a great resource. Are you aware of the deadliness for adding or dropping a course without academic penalty? It's in the Calendar - see Sessional Dates. Do you know the maximum allowable time limit for your degree program? You'll find that and much more in the SGS Calendar and on the Information for Students section of the SGS website.
money matters
Fee deferrals or registration without payment
OSAP and other provincial loan recipients can apply via the Student Web Service to defer fees, pending receipt of funding. Students with full funding packages, awards, research stipends or teaching assistantships can make a request to register without payment pending receipt of funding. Contact your department graduate administrator for more information.
Award payments by instalment
SGS award payments are made three times a year in September, January and May. September award payments (for both internal and external awards) are refunded directly to you. You are responsible for paying your fees. Fees are not deducted from your award instalment except if you have arrears. See Managing Your Award for details. We strongly urge students to set up direct deposit on your account on the Student Web Service to ensure that you receive your payment(s) quickly.
UTM/UTSC campus affiliation and course union fees
UTM/UTSC campus students are eligible for UTM/UTSC incidental (non-academic) fees. Students in single campus programs at UTSC (M. Env.Sci) or at UTM (MBT, MMI, MMPA, DIFA) do not need to apply. Affiliation is assigned automatically. Other students who satisfy the criteria to affiliate with UTM or UTSC need to apply by completing the Change of Campus Affiliation form. Any student who would like to direct their course union fees to the UTM/UTSC departmental course unions may do so by completing this form. September 16 is the deadline to apply for the campus affiliation rebate.
For more information, contact your graduate unit or the appropriate graduate affairs office: UTSC: 416-287-7047; UTM: 905-569-4768.
Maintain interest-free status with OSAP
Full-time students not receiving OSAP for 2011-12 and who wish to maintain interest-free status on Canada/Ontario Student Loans must complete a Schedule 2 form by August 26. Forms are available at SGS (Note: Biotechnology, Management, OISE/UT, Social Work, and Information students may obtain the form at their home graduate unit).
Students with outstanding OSAP loans who do not register full-time in the 2011 fall session have until August 26 to complete and validate a Schedule 2 form in order to maintain interest free status with your previous loan(s). Repayment of your loan is then delayed by six months after the end of school. Please be aware that SGS can only validate while you are still registered. Visit the OSAP website for more information.
Supplements for NSERC/SSHRC/CIHR CGS award-holders who study abroad
The Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements program provides financial support to current Canada Graduate Scholarship (CGS) recipients to study abroad for a portion of their study program. Eligible recipients may receive up to $6,000 for travel and accommodation to any eligible foreign university or research institution in the world. Further details on eligibility, value and application processes for CIHR, SSHRC and NSERC can be found on the Government of Canada website.
news
U of T's new online map makes campus easy to navigate
U of T has introduced an innovative new map to help you easily find your way around the St. George campus. It's searchable, layered and allows you to get directions to places on campus from anywhere.
upcoming events
Farm-fresh food at U of T
The U of T Farmer's Markets put you in touch with local farmers, producers and artisans. The UTSC Farmer's Market is every Wednesday 3:00pm-7:00pm and the St. George Farmer's Market takes place at the Willcocks Common every Thursday 2:00pm-5:00pm.
Hart House Theatre and Canopy Theatre Company present 11th Season of Outdoor Theatre in Toronto
Hart House Theatre and Canopy Theatre Company are pleased to present Lysistrata - the sex strike. Come and enjoy great theatre in an outdoor setting in downtown Toronto. July 20-August 6, Wednesdays to Saturdays, 8:00pm on the Philosopher's Stage (located off of Philosopher's Walk next to the Edward Johnson Building and the Faculty of Law). Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students and seniors and are available from UofTtix, or pay what you can on Wednesdays. Remember to bring your own blanket or lawn chairs.
supports & resources
Support for TAs
The Teaching Assistants' Training Program (TATP) is hosting its annual TA Day on Thursday, September 1 at Sidney Smith Hall, 100 St. George St., 8:15am-4:00pm. New and returning teaching assistants will learn effective teaching strategies, identify key resources to help support teaching and learning, and will interact with award-winning faculty members and fellow TAs from across the University. The full-day event is free and open to TAs from all three campuses. A full program and online registration will be available August 8 at www.teaching.utoronto.ca and registration begins August 15.
English Language Writing and Support (ELWS)
September courses and workshops will be posted on the ELWS website by mid-to-late August, and online registration will open on Wednesday, September 1 at 10:00am. The ELWS Writing Centre will remain closed during August and will reopen in September.
Graduate Professional Skills Program information sessions
The Graduate Professional Skills (GPS) Program is designed to help doctoral-stream graduate students become fully prepared for their future. The program focuses on skills beyond those conventionally learned within a disciplinary program of study that may be critical to success in the wide range of careers graduates enter, both within or outside of academe. To learn more, attend one of the GPS Information Sessions at Grad Room on Wednesday, September 14 or Thursday, September 15, 2:00-3:00pm.
Friday, July 22, 2011
Call for Papers - Modern Economy
Call for Papers: Modern Economy
Dear Researcher, Greetings from the Modern Economy(ME) ,which is published by Scientific Research Publishing ( SRP ), USA.The aim of the International Journal of Modern Economy is to provide a forum for scientists and social workers to present and discuss issues in international economics.
Topics :
* Environmental Economics
* Finance and Investments
* Industrial Economics
* Insurance
* International Finance
* Labor Economics
* Managerial Economics
* Multilateral Institutions
* National Accounting
* Political Economy
* Quantitative Economics
* Resource Economics
* Sustainable Development Economics
* Tourism Economics
* Transport Economics
* Agent Based Models in Economics
* Ecological Economics
* Economic Integration
* Economics and Management
* Exchange Rates
* Fiscal and Monetary Policy
* Information Economics
* International Economy
* International Institutions
* Logistics Economics
* Marketing
* Multinational Corporations
* Open Economy Macroeconomics
* Price Theory and Practice
* Regional Economics and Management
* Rural Economics
* Technology Economics
* Trade Patterns
* Urban Economics and Planning
* Business Economics
* Economic Development
* Economics and Complex Systems
Editorial Board:Editor in Chief
Prof.Cuihong YangChinese Academy of Sciences, China Editorial Board Prof.Gary C. AndersArizona State University, USA Prof.Elias G. CarayannisGeorge Washington University, USA Prof.Avik ChakrabartiUniversity of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, USA Prof.Gouranga Gopal DasHanyang University, Korea (South) Prof.Luiz Paulo Lopes FaveroUniversity of Sao Paulo, Brazil Dr.Hesuan HuNew Jersey Institute of Technology, USA Prof.Shih-Kung LaiZhejiang University, China Dr.Thanh Quang LeUniversity of Queensland, Australia Dr.Kui-Wai LiCity University of Hong Kong, China Prof.Xinjian LiuYanshan Unversity, China Prof.Boris S. MordukhovichWayne State University, USA Prof.Panagiotis PetrakisUniversity of Athens, Greece Prof.Iordanis PetsasUniversity of Scranton, USA Dr.Ugur SoytasMiddle East Technical University, Turkey Prof.Tulus T. H. TambunanUniversity of Trisakti, Indonesia Prof.Jos Luis Vzquez-BurgueteUniversity of Len, Spain Prof.Hsing YuSoutheastern Louisiana University, USA Prof.Francesco ZirilliSapienza Universita di Roma, Italy Prof.Wei ZouWuhan University, China
Citation:
ProQuest Gale CSP
ProQuest Gale CSP
Open Access: free for readers,with low publishing fees paid by authors or their institutions.
High Visibility: indexed in leading indexing and abstracting databases.
Dear Researcher, Greetings from the Modern Economy(ME) ,which is published by Scientific Research Publishing ( SRP ), USA.The aim of the International Journal of Modern Economy is to provide a forum for scientists and social workers to present and discuss issues in international economics.
Topics :
* Environmental Economics
* Finance and Investments
* Industrial Economics
* Insurance
* International Finance
* Labor Economics
* Managerial Economics
* Multilateral Institutions
* National Accounting
* Political Economy
* Quantitative Economics
* Resource Economics
* Sustainable Development Economics
* Tourism Economics
* Transport Economics
* Agent Based Models in Economics
* Ecological Economics
* Economic Integration
* Economics and Management
* Exchange Rates
* Fiscal and Monetary Policy
* Information Economics
* International Economy
* International Institutions
* Logistics Economics
* Marketing
* Multinational Corporations
* Open Economy Macroeconomics
* Price Theory and Practice
* Regional Economics and Management
* Rural Economics
* Technology Economics
* Trade Patterns
* Urban Economics and Planning
* Business Economics
* Economic Development
* Economics and Complex Systems
Editorial Board:Editor in Chief
Prof.Cuihong YangChinese Academy of Sciences, China Editorial Board Prof.Gary C. AndersArizona State University, USA Prof.Elias G. CarayannisGeorge Washington University, USA Prof.Avik ChakrabartiUniversity of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, USA Prof.Gouranga Gopal DasHanyang University, Korea (South) Prof.Luiz Paulo Lopes FaveroUniversity of Sao Paulo, Brazil Dr.Hesuan HuNew Jersey Institute of Technology, USA Prof.Shih-Kung LaiZhejiang University, China Dr.Thanh Quang LeUniversity of Queensland, Australia Dr.Kui-Wai LiCity University of Hong Kong, China Prof.Xinjian LiuYanshan Unversity, China Prof.Boris S. MordukhovichWayne State University, USA Prof.Panagiotis PetrakisUniversity of Athens, Greece Prof.Iordanis PetsasUniversity of Scranton, USA Dr.Ugur SoytasMiddle East Technical University, Turkey Prof.Tulus T. H. TambunanUniversity of Trisakti, Indonesia Prof.Jos Luis Vzquez-BurgueteUniversity of Len, Spain Prof.Hsing YuSoutheastern Louisiana University, USA Prof.Francesco ZirilliSapienza Universita di Roma, Italy Prof.Wei ZouWuhan University, China
Citation:
ProQuest Gale CSP
ProQuest Gale CSP
Open Access: free for readers,with low publishing fees paid by authors or their institutions.
High Visibility: indexed in leading indexing and abstracting databases.
Call for Papers - NETA2011
The International workshop on Environment,New Energy Techniques and Applications (NETA2011 ) is a workshop of ICECE2011,will be held on Sep,16-18, 2011 in Yichang, China. All accepted conference papers will be published by IEEE, included in IEEE eXplore, and then be indexed by EI Compendex. Some excellent papers will be selected and send to The Computer Journal(SCI indexed) or other open access international journal for free. For more information,Please visit: http://www.icecemeeting.org/2011/neta
The ICECE2011 can be found in IEEE Conference List. Please click here for more details. The conference ID is 17643.
IEEE Catalog Number: CFP1173J-DVD ISBN:978-1-4244-8164-4
IEEE Catalog Number: CFP1173J-PRT ISBN:978-1-4244-8163-7
All papers on The 1st International Conference on Electrical and Control Engineering (ICECE2010) have been indexed by EI Compendex.
Topics includes but not limited to:
Wind Energy
Solar Energy
Nuclear Energy
Hydropower
Geothermal Energy
Ocean Energy
Tidal Power
Energy and Sustainable Development
Environment and Sustainable Development
Civil Engineering
Architecture and Urban Planning
Transportation engineering
Submission Deadline:Aug. 22, 2011
Notes:
There are free printed and CD proceedings for authors.
There is a free one-day tour in Three Gorges after the conference for all participants.
We are looking forward to seeing you in Yichang, China!
Best regards,
Contact Information
Mr.Liu
The Organizing Committee of NETA2011
wneta2011@126.com
The ICECE2011 can be found in IEEE Conference List. Please click here for more details. The conference ID is 17643.
IEEE Catalog Number: CFP1173J-DVD ISBN:978-1-4244-8164-4
IEEE Catalog Number: CFP1173J-PRT ISBN:978-1-4244-8163-7
All papers on The 1st International Conference on Electrical and Control Engineering (ICECE2010) have been indexed by EI Compendex.
Topics includes but not limited to:
Wind Energy
Solar Energy
Nuclear Energy
Hydropower
Geothermal Energy
Ocean Energy
Tidal Power
Energy and Sustainable Development
Environment and Sustainable Development
Civil Engineering
Architecture and Urban Planning
Transportation engineering
Submission Deadline:Aug. 22, 2011
Notes:
There are free printed and CD proceedings for authors.
There is a free one-day tour in Three Gorges after the conference for all participants.
We are looking forward to seeing you in Yichang, China!
Best regards,
Contact Information
Mr.Liu
The Organizing Committee of NETA2011
wneta2011@126.com
Advanced Training Courses in Structural Analysis of Monuments and Historical Constructions
Dear Colleague,
Please find below information about new Advanced short Training Courses in Structural Analysis of Existing Buildings, Monuments and Historical Constructions. I kindly invite you to disseminate this information to anybody who could be interested in applying.
ADVANCED SHORT TRAINING COURSES IN STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS OF EXISTING BUILDINGS, MONUMENTS AND HISTORICAL CONSTRUCTIONS
The courses integrated in the Erasmus Mundus SAHC Master Course (www.msc-sahc.org) can now be attended separately, without the need to enroll in the Master Course.
These courses are of interest to those interested in the conservation, repair and strengthening of the built heritage, be it monuments, other cultural heritage buildings or existing buildings in general. This includes mainly civil engineers and architects, but also, for some courses, art historians, archaeologists and other interested in cultural heritage buildings, interested in complementing or updating their knowledge with the most recent professional and scientific approaches and techniques. The attendants can be professionals such as consultants, employees in building contractors, building material producers and suppliers, heritage authorities and others, as well as graduate students (MSc or PhD) enrolled in other programs.
Detailed information can be found by visiting the webpage at www.msc-sahc.org.
For further information, please contact the Secretariat at secretariat@msc-sahc.org.
Yours sincerely,
Paulo B. Lourenco
Courses Coordinator
Editor of the International Journal of Architectural Heritage: Conservation, Analysis, and Restoration
Advisor of the International Conference Series on Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions
Please find below information about new Advanced short Training Courses in Structural Analysis of Existing Buildings, Monuments and Historical Constructions. I kindly invite you to disseminate this information to anybody who could be interested in applying.
ADVANCED SHORT TRAINING COURSES IN STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS OF EXISTING BUILDINGS, MONUMENTS AND HISTORICAL CONSTRUCTIONS
The courses integrated in the Erasmus Mundus SAHC Master Course (www.msc-sahc.org) can now be attended separately, without the need to enroll in the Master Course.
These courses are of interest to those interested in the conservation, repair and strengthening of the built heritage, be it monuments, other cultural heritage buildings or existing buildings in general. This includes mainly civil engineers and architects, but also, for some courses, art historians, archaeologists and other interested in cultural heritage buildings, interested in complementing or updating their knowledge with the most recent professional and scientific approaches and techniques. The attendants can be professionals such as consultants, employees in building contractors, building material producers and suppliers, heritage authorities and others, as well as graduate students (MSc or PhD) enrolled in other programs.
Detailed information can be found by visiting the webpage at www.msc-sahc.org.
For further information, please contact the Secretariat at secretariat@msc-sahc.org.
Yours sincerely,
Paulo B. Lourenco
Courses Coordinator
Editor of the International Journal of Architectural Heritage: Conservation, Analysis, and Restoration
Advisor of the International Conference Series on Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions
Centre Quantum Information and Quantum Control - Public Lecture
You are invited to attend
The Centre for Quantum Information and Quantum Computing at the University of Toronto will be hosting a public lecture given by Dr. Charles Bennett of IBM Research. Prof. Gregory Scholes, director of CQIQC, has requested this event be advertised widely.
The event will be held Monday, August 8th at 11am (in BA1160). Further details can be found on the attached pdf poster.
Cheers,
______________________________________
Megan Oh
Ph.D. Candidate in Physical Chemistry
Scholes Group
Department of Chemistry
University of Toronto
LM250-80 Saint George Street
Toronto, Ontario M5S 3H6
T: 416.946.7763
F: 416.978.8875
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Centre Quantum Information and Quantum Control
Public Lecture
-information is quantum- "how physics has helped us understand what information is and what can be done with it"
Charles H. Bennett, IBM Research
Charles H. Bennett received his Ph.D. from Harvard University in 1970 for molecular dynamics studies (computer simulation of molecular motion). Following graduation, he worked at the Argonne Laboratory for two years. Since 1972, he has been at IBM where he has played a major role in elucidating the interconnections between physics and information. He developed a practical system of quantum cryptography in collaboration with Gilles Brassard and John Smolin. As well, he is also known for discovering "quantum teleportation". Other research interests include algorithmic information theory and the physics of computation. Bennett is known as one of the founding fathers of quantum information theory.
Bennett is a Fellow of the American Physical Society and a member of the National Academy of Sciences. He was awarded the 2008 Harvey Prize by Technion and the 2006 Rank Prize in opto-electronics.
Monday, August 8th @ llAM • BAl160 (Bahen Building)
The Centre for Quantum Information and Quantum Computing at the University of Toronto will be hosting a public lecture given by Dr. Charles Bennett of IBM Research. Prof. Gregory Scholes, director of CQIQC, has requested this event be advertised widely.
The event will be held Monday, August 8th at 11am (in BA1160). Further details can be found on the attached pdf poster.
Cheers,
______________________________________
Megan Oh
Ph.D. Candidate in Physical Chemistry
Scholes Group
Department of Chemistry
University of Toronto
LM250-80 Saint George Street
Toronto, Ontario M5S 3H6
T: 416.946.7763
F: 416.978.8875
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Centre Quantum Information and Quantum Control
Public Lecture
-information is quantum- "how physics has helped us understand what information is and what can be done with it"
Charles H. Bennett, IBM Research
Charles H. Bennett received his Ph.D. from Harvard University in 1970 for molecular dynamics studies (computer simulation of molecular motion). Following graduation, he worked at the Argonne Laboratory for two years. Since 1972, he has been at IBM where he has played a major role in elucidating the interconnections between physics and information. He developed a practical system of quantum cryptography in collaboration with Gilles Brassard and John Smolin. As well, he is also known for discovering "quantum teleportation". Other research interests include algorithmic information theory and the physics of computation. Bennett is known as one of the founding fathers of quantum information theory.
Bennett is a Fellow of the American Physical Society and a member of the National Academy of Sciences. He was awarded the 2008 Harvey Prize by Technion and the 2006 Rank Prize in opto-electronics.
Monday, August 8th @ llAM • BAl160 (Bahen Building)
Blue Sky Solar Racing Invitation - August 7, 2011
Blue Sky Solar Racing
Blue Sky invites you....
On behalf of Blue Sky Solar Racing, we would like to thank you for your interest in our efforts in promoting environmental technology and innovation. We are pleased to announce that after four years of hard work, we have finally completed construction of our sixth generation solar vehicle. This project is our most ambitious project to date and we are very excited to share our results with you.
As part of the Blue Sky family, we hereby cordially invite you to the official unveiling of our next-generation vehicle on August 7, 2011. On this day of celebration, we would like to share our passion for solar vehicles and the journey that was walked. We welcome you to bring any friends and family to participate in celebrating this important milestone with us. Details of the event are as follows:
Date: August 7, 2011 (Sunday)
Time: 3pm-5pm
Venue: Hart House Quadrangle, 7 Hart House Circle, University of Toronto
Please visit http://goo.gl/KhMzg or RSVP at events.bluesky@utoronto.ca by
July 28, 2011 to confirm your attendance.
We wish you all the best and we look forward to seeing you at the event.
Warmest regards,
The Blue Sky Solar Racing Team
Blue Sky invites you....
On behalf of Blue Sky Solar Racing, we would like to thank you for your interest in our efforts in promoting environmental technology and innovation. We are pleased to announce that after four years of hard work, we have finally completed construction of our sixth generation solar vehicle. This project is our most ambitious project to date and we are very excited to share our results with you.
As part of the Blue Sky family, we hereby cordially invite you to the official unveiling of our next-generation vehicle on August 7, 2011. On this day of celebration, we would like to share our passion for solar vehicles and the journey that was walked. We welcome you to bring any friends and family to participate in celebrating this important milestone with us. Details of the event are as follows:
Date: August 7, 2011 (Sunday)
Time: 3pm-5pm
Venue: Hart House Quadrangle, 7 Hart House Circle, University of Toronto
Please visit http://goo.gl/KhMzg or RSVP at events.bluesky@utoronto.ca by
July 28, 2011 to confirm your attendance.
We wish you all the best and we look forward to seeing you at the event.
Warmest regards,
The Blue Sky Solar Racing Team
Simple Earth Structures - Haitian sustainable building material needs tests
Dear Professor McCabe and Director Trotz:
Will the University of Toronto provide critical technical help with a sustainable, flexible and low-tech construction system Haitians want for small buildings?
Since the earthquake Haitians are investigating low cost but reinforced building methods. Many are using earthbag walls in their own style of buildings. This geo-textile material offers excellent thermal properties, is simple to learn, and costs about 1/4 as much as concrete block to build. Experiments to date show unreinforced earthbag is much stronger than adobe and undergoes deformation without collapse.
Reinforced earthbag is much stronger, but needs more structural testing. Research on sand bag walls have laid ground work, but cohesive fills and reinforced plasters must be tested.
I have designed and advised and done site planning for Haitian buildings ever since I completed a study of Haitian building styles after the quake.
http://www.scribd.com/doc/28552969/Haitian-Wisdom
I won first place in the jovoto $300 house competition because I listened to Haitians, and combined earthbag lower walls with an innovative lighter weight upper walls. A new Haitian school for sustainable development is eager to be involved in testing programfor these materials, cooperating with US universities.
I attach a 2 page description of the research needed for earthbag as I see it.
Engineers at the University of Delaware are interested. I am seeking other research partners and grants to make safe reinforced earthen buildings a reality in Haiti in the near future.
Thank you for any advice or contacts you can give me.
Patti Stouter
Simple Earth Structures
www.simpleearthstructures.com
Building and Site Design for Warm Climates
Holmes, NY 12531 ph: 845-855-0150
...They will build houses and dwell in them; they will plant vineyards and eat their fruit...
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SEISMIC EARTHBAG PROJECT RESEARCH NEED STATEMENT
Patricia Stouter, Simple Earth Structures
www.SimpleEarthStructures.com; simple_earth@yahoo.com
July 19, 2011
Earthbag construction is a low-tech earthen building technique which is extending sustainable building beyond traditional adobe regions around the world. It has become popular because it is low cost, requires low skill levels, and has potential to resist earthquake damage better than other earthen materials. Non‐decaying polymeric bags or tubes are filled with local, natural subsoils. The bags are then stacked like large bricks to form walls and tamped for strength. Typically, barbed wire reinforcement is used between the bags or vertical reinforcing steel is driven into them for additional structural strength. Earthbags are typically covered by stucco or other plaster to protect the bags from ultraviolet decay. As with adobe, the plaster also strengthens the wall.
In a recent informal static shear test by Simple Earth Structures of a 1.2 x 1.2 m wall under diagonal compression, plastered earthbag with barbed wire had the same peak strength as a larger unreinforced adobe wall panel test referenced by the authors of the influential New Zealand Earth Building Standards(1). This panel was constructed of low-strength cohesive soil fill and low-strength lime and earthen plasters as a lower boundary of earthbag wall strength(2).
Earthbag buildings are often designed based on conventions successful with adobe. Earthbag walls, unlike adobe, usually do not collapse even when severely deformed. Reinforced earthbag walls have an elastic behavior to stress that may allow them to dampen vibrations. Using engineering strength formulas based on stiffer masonry construction may actually create less safe buildings. The increasing demand for their use as low cost buildings in seismic risk regions (like Haiti) makes better structural understanding vital.
PHASE 1: PRELIMINARY PROOF TEST
A preliminary test will validate the potential of earthbag with cohesive fill. This test will find the cyclic shear strength of a reinforced 1.8 x 1.8 m wall panel, similar to the testing used as a basis for New Zealand’s standards. A wall of high-strength (clay-rich) earthen fill with barbed wire will be built with vertical rebar reinforcement at each end and chicken wire mesh in low-strength lime plaster, following standard earthbag construction practices. This wall will be well tamped and cured before plastering.
The result of this test will be compared to the strength standards for reinforced adobe in the New Zealand documents, to provide a preliminary comment on how engineered earthbag walls might compare to adobe for medium and high seismic risk regions.
PHASE 2: STATIC BEHAVIOR TESTING
This next phase of research will compare reinforcement techniques to select the most effective low-cost techniques for simple structures using cohesive fills. Focus will be on practical information relative to small building design.
COMPONENT TESTING:
Different earth fills will be evaluated in tamped, cured bags for compressive strength to confirm a simple method of determining whether a fill meets ordinary (75 psi) or special grade (250 psi) as per NZS 4298- Materials and workmanship for earth buildings. Pull-out tests of barbed wire will be performed on cured earthbags under loadings that approximate the vertical weights present at wall elevations subject to buckling in adobe structures. Variables will include high and low tensile strength wire and mortar anchors.
Large scale shear box tests will also be performed using multiple 80% scale bags to establish friction coefficients of earthbags with barbed wire and with added wire mesh pins, using a variety of cured, tamped fill materials.
SHEAR STRENGTH OF WALL PORTIONS:
In-plane cyclic loading tests will determine the most effective reinforcement to resist pullout, compression, and other earthbag sideshear failure mechanisms for bracing walls. These will be conducted on plastered 80% scale bag wall portions of 1.1 m x 1.07 m height(3) to compare the following effects:
* Mortar anchors and wire mesh pins attaching barbed wire between bags
* Plaster reinforcement: chicken wire, wire mesh, plastic traffic fence, and plastic fishnet
* Sloping bag courses 18 degrees from vertical
* Pre-tamping and tamping bucks to compress unconfined bags at corners and openings
Full scale in-plane loading tests of 2.4 x 2.4 m wall portions will be completed of the strongest and most economical reinforcement configurations. All testing will explore structural failure as well as serviceability limits.
FLEXURE STRENGTH OF WALL PORTIONS:
Out-of-plane loading tests on 1.8 x 1.8 m walls will compare reinforcing solutions to resist wall-buckling failure mechanisms.
* Height to wall thickness ratios: 1:6, 1:8 and 1:10 ratios
* Vertical rebar position and attachment: inserted in the center or paired at the exterior
* Vertical rebars through stabilized bags in an unstabilized earthen wall
* Horizontal bracing strips of geo-grid or wire mesh anchored between courses at high stress elevations
Full scale 4 x 2.4 m height walls with returns will be constructed to test the most successful reinforcement types for low risk, moderate risk, and high seismic risk. A public report will comment on non-engineered earthbag design guidelines currently in use.
PHASE 3: DYNAMIC BEHAVIOR TESTING
This phase of the testing will evaluate optimal earthbag wall types from Phase I testing in terms of stability performance under horizontal loading using shaking table tests. 80% scale bags in 3m x 3m height walls with clamped returns will check these details:
* Base isolation or damping mechanisms from a base of gravel bags, rubber tires, or sand bags
* Superior corner strength from piers, buttresses, rebar, or mortar anchors
* Specialized reinforcement above doors and windows
Finally full-scale structures will be tested under extreme earthquake loading conditions to guide reinforcement recommendations.
PHASE 4: GUIDELINE AND PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT
Simplified guidelines will be prepared for non-engineered buildings in different seismic risk zones. One set will focus on buildings in the developed nations and a second set on less costly methods for other areas. Both will be free of charge on the internet(4).
These will be tested in at least two developing world demonstration projects, and revised. Instructional materials will be developed, and a system of suggested worksheets for remote and local mentoring of novice builders.
Prototype plans for several types of buildings will be engineered for high seismic risk regions and provided free of charge as well. These will include a health clinic, a two-story residence, a multi-family courtyard residence, and a modest school building.
A preliminary design guide will be written for the use of earthbag building designers, architects, and engineers, including discussion of tested strength values and suggested topics for further research.
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1 The 2010 ASTM Standard Guide for Design of Earthen Wall Building Systems recommends New Zealand’s earth building standards for engineered design of unstabilized earthen building walls; NZS 4299: 1998- Earth buildings not requiring specific design; NZS 4297:1998- Engineering design of earth buildings; NZS 4298: 1998- Materials and workmanship for earth buildings, at http://www.standards.co.nz/default.htm. Information is at http://www.dab.uts.edu.au/ebrf/research/earthbuildingstandardnz.pdf
http://db.nzsee.org.nz/2011/133.pdf, http://www.getty.edu/conservation/publications/pdf_publications/gsap_part2b.pdf
2 More information at http://earthbagbuilding.wordpress.com/2011/07/17/earthbag-shear-test/
3 Smaller bags are easier to handle, and comparable to University of Bath tests http://www.earthbagbuilding.com/pdf/croft.pdf.
4 More complete than: http://www.simpleearthstructures.com/resources/EB%20Building%20in%20Humid%20Tropics%202.pdf
Will the University of Toronto provide critical technical help with a sustainable, flexible and low-tech construction system Haitians want for small buildings?
Since the earthquake Haitians are investigating low cost but reinforced building methods. Many are using earthbag walls in their own style of buildings. This geo-textile material offers excellent thermal properties, is simple to learn, and costs about 1/4 as much as concrete block to build. Experiments to date show unreinforced earthbag is much stronger than adobe and undergoes deformation without collapse.
Reinforced earthbag is much stronger, but needs more structural testing. Research on sand bag walls have laid ground work, but cohesive fills and reinforced plasters must be tested.
I have designed and advised and done site planning for Haitian buildings ever since I completed a study of Haitian building styles after the quake.
http://www.scribd.com/doc/28552969/Haitian-Wisdom
I won first place in the jovoto $300 house competition because I listened to Haitians, and combined earthbag lower walls with an innovative lighter weight upper walls. A new Haitian school for sustainable development is eager to be involved in testing programfor these materials, cooperating with US universities.
I attach a 2 page description of the research needed for earthbag as I see it.
Engineers at the University of Delaware are interested. I am seeking other research partners and grants to make safe reinforced earthen buildings a reality in Haiti in the near future.
Thank you for any advice or contacts you can give me.
Patti Stouter
Simple Earth Structures
www.simpleearthstructures.com
Building and Site Design for Warm Climates
Holmes, NY 12531 ph: 845-855-0150
...They will build houses and dwell in them; they will plant vineyards and eat their fruit...
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SEISMIC EARTHBAG PROJECT RESEARCH NEED STATEMENT
Patricia Stouter, Simple Earth Structures
www.SimpleEarthStructures.com; simple_earth@yahoo.com
July 19, 2011
Earthbag construction is a low-tech earthen building technique which is extending sustainable building beyond traditional adobe regions around the world. It has become popular because it is low cost, requires low skill levels, and has potential to resist earthquake damage better than other earthen materials. Non‐decaying polymeric bags or tubes are filled with local, natural subsoils. The bags are then stacked like large bricks to form walls and tamped for strength. Typically, barbed wire reinforcement is used between the bags or vertical reinforcing steel is driven into them for additional structural strength. Earthbags are typically covered by stucco or other plaster to protect the bags from ultraviolet decay. As with adobe, the plaster also strengthens the wall.
In a recent informal static shear test by Simple Earth Structures of a 1.2 x 1.2 m wall under diagonal compression, plastered earthbag with barbed wire had the same peak strength as a larger unreinforced adobe wall panel test referenced by the authors of the influential New Zealand Earth Building Standards(1). This panel was constructed of low-strength cohesive soil fill and low-strength lime and earthen plasters as a lower boundary of earthbag wall strength(2).
Earthbag buildings are often designed based on conventions successful with adobe. Earthbag walls, unlike adobe, usually do not collapse even when severely deformed. Reinforced earthbag walls have an elastic behavior to stress that may allow them to dampen vibrations. Using engineering strength formulas based on stiffer masonry construction may actually create less safe buildings. The increasing demand for their use as low cost buildings in seismic risk regions (like Haiti) makes better structural understanding vital.
PHASE 1: PRELIMINARY PROOF TEST
A preliminary test will validate the potential of earthbag with cohesive fill. This test will find the cyclic shear strength of a reinforced 1.8 x 1.8 m wall panel, similar to the testing used as a basis for New Zealand’s standards. A wall of high-strength (clay-rich) earthen fill with barbed wire will be built with vertical rebar reinforcement at each end and chicken wire mesh in low-strength lime plaster, following standard earthbag construction practices. This wall will be well tamped and cured before plastering.
The result of this test will be compared to the strength standards for reinforced adobe in the New Zealand documents, to provide a preliminary comment on how engineered earthbag walls might compare to adobe for medium and high seismic risk regions.
PHASE 2: STATIC BEHAVIOR TESTING
This next phase of research will compare reinforcement techniques to select the most effective low-cost techniques for simple structures using cohesive fills. Focus will be on practical information relative to small building design.
COMPONENT TESTING:
Different earth fills will be evaluated in tamped, cured bags for compressive strength to confirm a simple method of determining whether a fill meets ordinary (75 psi) or special grade (250 psi) as per NZS 4298- Materials and workmanship for earth buildings. Pull-out tests of barbed wire will be performed on cured earthbags under loadings that approximate the vertical weights present at wall elevations subject to buckling in adobe structures. Variables will include high and low tensile strength wire and mortar anchors.
Large scale shear box tests will also be performed using multiple 80% scale bags to establish friction coefficients of earthbags with barbed wire and with added wire mesh pins, using a variety of cured, tamped fill materials.
SHEAR STRENGTH OF WALL PORTIONS:
In-plane cyclic loading tests will determine the most effective reinforcement to resist pullout, compression, and other earthbag sideshear failure mechanisms for bracing walls. These will be conducted on plastered 80% scale bag wall portions of 1.1 m x 1.07 m height(3) to compare the following effects:
* Mortar anchors and wire mesh pins attaching barbed wire between bags
* Plaster reinforcement: chicken wire, wire mesh, plastic traffic fence, and plastic fishnet
* Sloping bag courses 18 degrees from vertical
* Pre-tamping and tamping bucks to compress unconfined bags at corners and openings
Full scale in-plane loading tests of 2.4 x 2.4 m wall portions will be completed of the strongest and most economical reinforcement configurations. All testing will explore structural failure as well as serviceability limits.
FLEXURE STRENGTH OF WALL PORTIONS:
Out-of-plane loading tests on 1.8 x 1.8 m walls will compare reinforcing solutions to resist wall-buckling failure mechanisms.
* Height to wall thickness ratios: 1:6, 1:8 and 1:10 ratios
* Vertical rebar position and attachment: inserted in the center or paired at the exterior
* Vertical rebars through stabilized bags in an unstabilized earthen wall
* Horizontal bracing strips of geo-grid or wire mesh anchored between courses at high stress elevations
Full scale 4 x 2.4 m height walls with returns will be constructed to test the most successful reinforcement types for low risk, moderate risk, and high seismic risk. A public report will comment on non-engineered earthbag design guidelines currently in use.
PHASE 3: DYNAMIC BEHAVIOR TESTING
This phase of the testing will evaluate optimal earthbag wall types from Phase I testing in terms of stability performance under horizontal loading using shaking table tests. 80% scale bags in 3m x 3m height walls with clamped returns will check these details:
* Base isolation or damping mechanisms from a base of gravel bags, rubber tires, or sand bags
* Superior corner strength from piers, buttresses, rebar, or mortar anchors
* Specialized reinforcement above doors and windows
Finally full-scale structures will be tested under extreme earthquake loading conditions to guide reinforcement recommendations.
PHASE 4: GUIDELINE AND PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT
Simplified guidelines will be prepared for non-engineered buildings in different seismic risk zones. One set will focus on buildings in the developed nations and a second set on less costly methods for other areas. Both will be free of charge on the internet(4).
These will be tested in at least two developing world demonstration projects, and revised. Instructional materials will be developed, and a system of suggested worksheets for remote and local mentoring of novice builders.
Prototype plans for several types of buildings will be engineered for high seismic risk regions and provided free of charge as well. These will include a health clinic, a two-story residence, a multi-family courtyard residence, and a modest school building.
A preliminary design guide will be written for the use of earthbag building designers, architects, and engineers, including discussion of tested strength values and suggested topics for further research.
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1 The 2010 ASTM Standard Guide for Design of Earthen Wall Building Systems recommends New Zealand’s earth building standards for engineered design of unstabilized earthen building walls; NZS 4299: 1998- Earth buildings not requiring specific design; NZS 4297:1998- Engineering design of earth buildings; NZS 4298: 1998- Materials and workmanship for earth buildings, at http://www.standards.co.nz/default.htm. Information is at http://www.dab.uts.edu.au/ebrf/research/earthbuildingstandardnz.pdf
http://db.nzsee.org.nz/2011/133.pdf, http://www.getty.edu/conservation/publications/pdf_publications/gsap_part2b.pdf
2 More information at http://earthbagbuilding.wordpress.com/2011/07/17/earthbag-shear-test/
3 Smaller bags are easier to handle, and comparable to University of Bath tests http://www.earthbagbuilding.com/pdf/croft.pdf.
4 More complete than: http://www.simpleearthstructures.com/resources/EB%20Building%20in%20Humid%20Tropics%202.pdf
Research Collaboration and Exchange with Researchers in São Paulo, Brazil
Dear Deans, Vice-Deans, Research, Chairs, and Directors:
Please take note of a new initiative announced today by the University of Toronto, the São Paulo Research Foundation, and the University of Western Ontario. Kindly circulate it to members of your faculty or department and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
OPPORTUNITY FOR RESEARCH COLLABORATION AND EXCHANGE IN SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL
Vice President, Research, Paul Young is pleased to invite proposals for research projects between researchers at UofT, the University of Western Ontario, and higher education and research institutions in São Paulo.
Driven by an exciting new initiative aimed at collaboration and researcher exchange, the University of Toronto, University of Western Ontario, and the São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) are investing $200,000 (CAD) in order to facilitate collaborative scientific research projects between investigators in Canada and Brazil.
This first call for Proposals is an excellent opportunity to foster new collaborative relationships or cultivate existing partnerships even further. The fund is intended to support travel by Canadian researchers to Brazil, and researchers in Brazil to Canada.
Highlights:
- Up to $20,000 is available over a maximum of 24 months for research and travel expenses (up to $10,000 per year.)
- Research proposals can be submitted from all fields of knowledge
Eligibility:
- Proposals must be jointly submitted by both the Canadian and Brazilian partners to their respective institutions
- Canadians eligible to apply are researchers who are affiliated with the University of Toronto or the University of Western Ontario
- Brazilians eligible to apply are researchers who hold funding from the FAPESP under the Regular Research Awards, Thematic Projects, Young Investigators, or Research, Innovation and Dissemination Centres program
For more details on the specifics of applying, including deadlines, please refer to : http://www.research.utoronto.ca/for-researchers-administrators/funding-sources/funding-opps/?showopp=811
You can also read about the cooperation agreement signed by FAPESP, UofT, and UWO and the goals of the three partners at: http://www.news.utoronto.ca/campus-news/partnership-between-u-of-t-western-and-brazilian-science-funding-agency.html
Best regards,
Drew
Drew Gyorke,
Director, Agency & Foundation Funding
Research Services
University of Toronto
3rd Floor, McMurrich Building
12 Queen's Park Cres. West
Toronto, ON M5S 1S8
P: (416) 978-7248
F: (416) 946-3707
Please take note of a new initiative announced today by the University of Toronto, the São Paulo Research Foundation, and the University of Western Ontario. Kindly circulate it to members of your faculty or department and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
OPPORTUNITY FOR RESEARCH COLLABORATION AND EXCHANGE IN SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL
Vice President, Research, Paul Young is pleased to invite proposals for research projects between researchers at UofT, the University of Western Ontario, and higher education and research institutions in São Paulo.
Driven by an exciting new initiative aimed at collaboration and researcher exchange, the University of Toronto, University of Western Ontario, and the São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) are investing $200,000 (CAD) in order to facilitate collaborative scientific research projects between investigators in Canada and Brazil.
This first call for Proposals is an excellent opportunity to foster new collaborative relationships or cultivate existing partnerships even further. The fund is intended to support travel by Canadian researchers to Brazil, and researchers in Brazil to Canada.
Highlights:
- Up to $20,000 is available over a maximum of 24 months for research and travel expenses (up to $10,000 per year.)
- Research proposals can be submitted from all fields of knowledge
Eligibility:
- Proposals must be jointly submitted by both the Canadian and Brazilian partners to their respective institutions
- Canadians eligible to apply are researchers who are affiliated with the University of Toronto or the University of Western Ontario
- Brazilians eligible to apply are researchers who hold funding from the FAPESP under the Regular Research Awards, Thematic Projects, Young Investigators, or Research, Innovation and Dissemination Centres program
For more details on the specifics of applying, including deadlines, please refer to : http://www.research.utoronto.ca/for-researchers-administrators/funding-sources/funding-opps/?showopp=811
You can also read about the cooperation agreement signed by FAPESP, UofT, and UWO and the goals of the three partners at: http://www.news.utoronto.ca/campus-news/partnership-between-u-of-t-western-and-brazilian-science-funding-agency.html
Best regards,
Drew
Drew Gyorke,
Director, Agency & Foundation Funding
Research Services
University of Toronto
3rd Floor, McMurrich Building
12 Queen's Park Cres. West
Toronto, ON M5S 1S8
P: (416) 978-7248
F: (416) 946-3707
Dean's Office - Congratulations to Catherine Gagne!
Dear Colleagues
It is with mixed emotions that I announce Catherine Gagne’s resignation from the Faculty, effective August 12, 2011. After serving for 12 years as the Chief Administrative Officer, she is moving on to exciting new challenges at Simcoe Hall. She has been appointed to the role of Senior Manager, Budget Administration and Institutional Planning, where she will be providing leadership and direction for the overall administration of the University’s $1.7 billion annual operating budget.
This year marks Catherine’s 20th anniversary working at U of T, with the majority of that time spent working in the Faculty. Catherine has shown creativity, breadth and dedication in her 12 years as CAO. Her work ethic and perceptive nature have led her to serve on many critical boards and committees, and her colleagues often seek her advice. She has been an active role model and mentor to many staff members over the years, and her contributions were aptly recognized this year with the Chancellor’s Award for Influential Leader.
Catherine has played a lead role in the implementation of the Faculty’s new budget allocation process after having served on the University’s new budget model implementation committee and the Faculty's new budget model development committee. Another initiative that required exceptional command of detail was the implementation of the Province’s IT enrolment growth program (ATOP), which provided for the building of the Bahen Centre for Information Technology and the creation of new academic positions in Engineering to accommodate a 30-percent increase in undergraduate enrolment. She also spearheaded the establishment of the Staff Awards Program and the highly successful “Faculty Day”, an annual professional development day for all Engineering faculty and staff.
She will be certainly missed in Engineering; however it is comforting to know that in addition to her exceptional skill set, she will also take her knowledge and appreciation for our Faculty to Simcoe Hall.
I would like to add my personal ‘thanks’ to Catherine for her steady and effective leadership during my first five-year term as Dean. I will miss her collegial and resourceful approach to solving problems as well as her sound and balanced guidance. She has been a great asset to our Faculty!
We will have an opportunity to thank Catherine at an informal gathering. Details will be circulated in due course.
Please join me in congratulating Catherine on this appointment, wishing her well on her new endeavours, and thanking her for her tremendous service to Engineering.
Cristina Amon
It is with mixed emotions that I announce Catherine Gagne’s resignation from the Faculty, effective August 12, 2011. After serving for 12 years as the Chief Administrative Officer, she is moving on to exciting new challenges at Simcoe Hall. She has been appointed to the role of Senior Manager, Budget Administration and Institutional Planning, where she will be providing leadership and direction for the overall administration of the University’s $1.7 billion annual operating budget.
This year marks Catherine’s 20th anniversary working at U of T, with the majority of that time spent working in the Faculty. Catherine has shown creativity, breadth and dedication in her 12 years as CAO. Her work ethic and perceptive nature have led her to serve on many critical boards and committees, and her colleagues often seek her advice. She has been an active role model and mentor to many staff members over the years, and her contributions were aptly recognized this year with the Chancellor’s Award for Influential Leader.
Catherine has played a lead role in the implementation of the Faculty’s new budget allocation process after having served on the University’s new budget model implementation committee and the Faculty's new budget model development committee. Another initiative that required exceptional command of detail was the implementation of the Province’s IT enrolment growth program (ATOP), which provided for the building of the Bahen Centre for Information Technology and the creation of new academic positions in Engineering to accommodate a 30-percent increase in undergraduate enrolment. She also spearheaded the establishment of the Staff Awards Program and the highly successful “Faculty Day”, an annual professional development day for all Engineering faculty and staff.
She will be certainly missed in Engineering; however it is comforting to know that in addition to her exceptional skill set, she will also take her knowledge and appreciation for our Faculty to Simcoe Hall.
I would like to add my personal ‘thanks’ to Catherine for her steady and effective leadership during my first five-year term as Dean. I will miss her collegial and resourceful approach to solving problems as well as her sound and balanced guidance. She has been a great asset to our Faculty!
We will have an opportunity to thank Catherine at an informal gathering. Details will be circulated in due course.
Please join me in congratulating Catherine on this appointment, wishing her well on her new endeavours, and thanking her for her tremendous service to Engineering.
Cristina Amon
[SGS] Administrative Appointments
To: Graduate Chairs/Directors, Coordinators, Administrators and SGS Staff
From: Brian Corman, Dean of Graduate Studies and Vice-Provost, Graduate Education
Dear Colleagues:
Consistent with the Policy on Appointment of Academic Administrators, and approved by the Provost and the Academic Board, I am pleased to announce the following appointments:
FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCE
Professor Craig Fraser
Acting Director
Institute for History and Philosophy of Science and Technology
September 1, 2011 to August 31, 2012
Professor Frank Reid
Acting Director
Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources
July 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011
Professor Graham Sanders
Acting Chair and Graduate Chair
Department of East Asian Studies
July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012
Professor Nicholas Terpstra
Acting Director
Centre for Diaspora and Transnational Studies
July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012
FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Professor Christopher J Damaren
Vice-Dean, Graduate (extension)
July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2013
Professor David Zingg
Director
Institute for Aerospace Studies (renewal)
July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2016
I thank these Academic Administrators for their willingness to serve the University in the furtherance of graduate education. I am sure that you will join me in congratulating them.
With my best wishes,
Brian
From: Brian Corman, Dean of Graduate Studies and Vice-Provost, Graduate Education
Dear Colleagues:
Consistent with the Policy on Appointment of Academic Administrators, and approved by the Provost and the Academic Board, I am pleased to announce the following appointments:
FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCE
Professor Craig Fraser
Acting Director
Institute for History and Philosophy of Science and Technology
September 1, 2011 to August 31, 2012
Professor Frank Reid
Acting Director
Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources
July 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011
Professor Graham Sanders
Acting Chair and Graduate Chair
Department of East Asian Studies
July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012
Professor Nicholas Terpstra
Acting Director
Centre for Diaspora and Transnational Studies
July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012
FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Professor Christopher J Damaren
Vice-Dean, Graduate (extension)
July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2013
Professor David Zingg
Director
Institute for Aerospace Studies (renewal)
July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2016
I thank these Academic Administrators for their willingness to serve the University in the furtherance of graduate education. I am sure that you will join me in congratulating them.
With my best wishes,
Brian
[PDADC-L] New Faculty Orientation & Back to School Series for New and Returning Faculty
PDADC#3, 2011-12
MEMORANDUM
TO: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors & Chairs
FROM: Edith Hillan, Vice Provost, Faculty and Academic Life
DATE: July 21, 2011
RE: New Faculty Orientation & Back to School Series for New and Returning Faculty
I am pleased to announce a series of upcoming events for new and returning faculty hosted by the Office of the Vice-President and Provost and the Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation (CTSI), in partnership with the Office of the Vice President Research, Family Care Office. We encourage you to share this information with your new and returning faculty.
New Faculty Orientation Sessions
(NB: These sessions are for new tenure and teaching stream faculty) Getting Started at the University of Toronto - August 22, 2011 9:30am - 3:30pm (Main Dining Room, Faculty Club)
In this full-day session, new faculty will be introduced to the University of Toronto's structure, organization, culture and students. Following lunch (which will be provided), afternoon break-out sessions will focus on teaching-related topics and resources that support teaching at U of T.
(NB: This session is open to ALL new tenure and teaching stream faculty.)
Research Orientation - August 24, 2011
1:00pm - 4:00pm (Upper Dining Room, Faculty Club)
In this session tenure-stream faculty will be provided with an overview of the resources available to support their research. They will be introduced to the range of funding opportunities and have a chance to ask questions about related protocols and procedures.
(NB: This session is open to tenure-stream faculty only.)
Creating a Successful Career Path as a Lecturer - August 24, 2011 1:00pm - 4:00pm (Primrose Room, Faculty Club)
Teaching-stream faculty are invited to attend this session for information on the career path of the lecturer and to hear from colleagues who will share their experiences and strategies for success.
(NB: This session is open to teaching-stream faculty only.)
Orientation for Partners and Spouses of New Faculty - August 24, 2011 1:00pm - 4:00pm (Main Lounge, Faculty Club)
Faculty Relocation Services and Dual Career Connection will provide partners and spouses of new faculty with an orientation to the city and an introduction to the job search process. Resource people will be on hand to answer questions about housing, schools, immigration and benefits. If required, childcare will be available for children under 6 years of age. Please request it when you register, giving the age(s) of your child(ren).
Welcome BBQ for New Faculty and their Families - August 24, 2011 4:00pm - 6:00pm (Main Dining Room & Patio, Faculty Club)
This year's orientation series will include a BBQ for new tenure and teaching stream faculty, their partners and families at the Faculty Club. The Family Care Office will provide activities for children during this event.
Please note: New tenure and teaching stream faculty will receive a personalized invitation via email to register and attend the New Faculty Orientation sessions. A registration link will be provided in the email.
Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation's Back-to-School Workshop Series
(NB: These sessions are open to all new and returning faculty) From August 23 - 26, 2011 the Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation will host a series of "Back-to-School" sessions on a range of teaching topics.
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
9am - 12noon Setting the Tone for Success: The First Day and Beyond
1pm - 4pm Supporting Student Learning: What Instructors Can Do and Who Else Can Help
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
9am - 12noon Building a Blackboard Course
9am - 12noon Small Group Instructional Approaches to Engage and Enthuse Students
Thursday, August 25, 2011
9am - 12noon Assignment Design
1pm - 4pm Formative Assessment: How to Keep Teaching and Learning on Track
Friday, August 26, 2011
10am - 12noon The Course Life Cycle: Managing Your Course
To register for the Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation's Back-to-School workshop series, please visit: http://www.teaching.utoronto.ca/about_ctsi/servicesexpertise/back-to-school.htm
For more information on any of these events, please contact Thuy Huynh, Programs Coordinator, CTSI at 416-946-3325; thuy.huynh@utoronto.ca, or Rong Wu, Program Assistant, CTSI at 416-946-3799; rong.wu@utoronto.ca.
MEMORANDUM
TO: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors & Chairs
FROM: Edith Hillan, Vice Provost, Faculty and Academic Life
DATE: July 21, 2011
RE: New Faculty Orientation & Back to School Series for New and Returning Faculty
I am pleased to announce a series of upcoming events for new and returning faculty hosted by the Office of the Vice-President and Provost and the Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation (CTSI), in partnership with the Office of the Vice President Research, Family Care Office. We encourage you to share this information with your new and returning faculty.
New Faculty Orientation Sessions
(NB: These sessions are for new tenure and teaching stream faculty) Getting Started at the University of Toronto - August 22, 2011 9:30am - 3:30pm (Main Dining Room, Faculty Club)
In this full-day session, new faculty will be introduced to the University of Toronto's structure, organization, culture and students. Following lunch (which will be provided), afternoon break-out sessions will focus on teaching-related topics and resources that support teaching at U of T.
(NB: This session is open to ALL new tenure and teaching stream faculty.)
Research Orientation - August 24, 2011
1:00pm - 4:00pm (Upper Dining Room, Faculty Club)
In this session tenure-stream faculty will be provided with an overview of the resources available to support their research. They will be introduced to the range of funding opportunities and have a chance to ask questions about related protocols and procedures.
(NB: This session is open to tenure-stream faculty only.)
Creating a Successful Career Path as a Lecturer - August 24, 2011 1:00pm - 4:00pm (Primrose Room, Faculty Club)
Teaching-stream faculty are invited to attend this session for information on the career path of the lecturer and to hear from colleagues who will share their experiences and strategies for success.
(NB: This session is open to teaching-stream faculty only.)
Orientation for Partners and Spouses of New Faculty - August 24, 2011 1:00pm - 4:00pm (Main Lounge, Faculty Club)
Faculty Relocation Services and Dual Career Connection will provide partners and spouses of new faculty with an orientation to the city and an introduction to the job search process. Resource people will be on hand to answer questions about housing, schools, immigration and benefits. If required, childcare will be available for children under 6 years of age. Please request it when you register, giving the age(s) of your child(ren).
Welcome BBQ for New Faculty and their Families - August 24, 2011 4:00pm - 6:00pm (Main Dining Room & Patio, Faculty Club)
This year's orientation series will include a BBQ for new tenure and teaching stream faculty, their partners and families at the Faculty Club. The Family Care Office will provide activities for children during this event.
Please note: New tenure and teaching stream faculty will receive a personalized invitation via email to register and attend the New Faculty Orientation sessions. A registration link will be provided in the email.
Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation's Back-to-School Workshop Series
(NB: These sessions are open to all new and returning faculty) From August 23 - 26, 2011 the Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation will host a series of "Back-to-School" sessions on a range of teaching topics.
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
9am - 12noon Setting the Tone for Success: The First Day and Beyond
1pm - 4pm Supporting Student Learning: What Instructors Can Do and Who Else Can Help
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
9am - 12noon Building a Blackboard Course
9am - 12noon Small Group Instructional Approaches to Engage and Enthuse Students
Thursday, August 25, 2011
9am - 12noon Assignment Design
1pm - 4pm Formative Assessment: How to Keep Teaching and Learning on Track
Friday, August 26, 2011
10am - 12noon The Course Life Cycle: Managing Your Course
To register for the Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation's Back-to-School workshop series, please visit: http://www.teaching.utoronto.ca/about_ctsi/servicesexpertise/back-to-school.htm
For more information on any of these events, please contact Thuy Huynh, Programs Coordinator, CTSI at 416-946-3325; thuy.huynh@utoronto.ca, or Rong Wu, Program Assistant, CTSI at 416-946-3799; rong.wu@utoronto.ca.
[PDADC-L] Honorary Degree Nominations, 2011-12
Memorandum to: Governing Council
Academic Board
Business Board
University Affairs Board
Principals, Deans, Academic Directors and Chairs
Professionals, Managers and Confidential Staff
President of UTFA
Presidents of Employee Unions
Presidents of APUS, GSU, SAC and SCSU
From: Henry Mulhall, Secretary, Committee for Honorary Degrees
Date: July 13, 2011
Re: Honorary Degree Nominations, 2011-12
On May 20th the President issued a Call for Nominations (http://www.governingcouncil.utoronto.ca/AssetFactory.aspx?did=7956) for candidates to be considered by the Committee for Honorary Degrees for the awarding of honorary degrees at the 2012 and some of the 2013 convocations. I am writing to remind members of the University community that the deadline for the receipt of nominations is August 15, 2011 in order to allow their consideration by the Committee in September.
The Terms of Reference and Guidelines for the Committee are available on the Governing Council website (http://www.governingcouncil.utoronto.ca/bac/hd.htm) and provide information about the nomination and selection process. A nomination form is also available on the web site. Please take the time, either on your own or in consultation with your colleagues, to submit one or more nominations. In preparing submissions, nominators should pay particular attention to the statement of reasons for the nomination, and ensure that they provide sufficiently thorough information for the consideration of the Committee. Nominations are kept active for a period of one year. If you have submitted a nomination since December 2010, it will be brought forward to the Committee for its consideration this September. If you wish to re-nominate a former candidate, please resubmit and add to the earlier nomination.
If you have any questions about the nomination or selection process, please contact the Office of the Governing Council by return email or by telephone at 416-978-6576.
Please submit completed nomination forms by August 15th to:
The Secretary,
Committee for Honorary Degrees
Office of the Governing Council
Simcoe Hall, Room 106
27 King’s College Circle
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A1
Fax: 416-978-8182
governing.council@utoronto.ca
Academic Board
Business Board
University Affairs Board
Principals, Deans, Academic Directors and Chairs
Professionals, Managers and Confidential Staff
President of UTFA
Presidents of Employee Unions
Presidents of APUS, GSU, SAC and SCSU
From: Henry Mulhall, Secretary, Committee for Honorary Degrees
Date: July 13, 2011
Re: Honorary Degree Nominations, 2011-12
On May 20th the President issued a Call for Nominations (http://www.governingcouncil.utoronto.ca/AssetFactory.aspx?did=7956) for candidates to be considered by the Committee for Honorary Degrees for the awarding of honorary degrees at the 2012 and some of the 2013 convocations. I am writing to remind members of the University community that the deadline for the receipt of nominations is August 15, 2011 in order to allow their consideration by the Committee in September.
The Terms of Reference and Guidelines for the Committee are available on the Governing Council website (http://www.governingcouncil.utoronto.ca/bac/hd.htm) and provide information about the nomination and selection process. A nomination form is also available on the web site. Please take the time, either on your own or in consultation with your colleagues, to submit one or more nominations. In preparing submissions, nominators should pay particular attention to the statement of reasons for the nomination, and ensure that they provide sufficiently thorough information for the consideration of the Committee. Nominations are kept active for a period of one year. If you have submitted a nomination since December 2010, it will be brought forward to the Committee for its consideration this September. If you wish to re-nominate a former candidate, please resubmit and add to the earlier nomination.
If you have any questions about the nomination or selection process, please contact the Office of the Governing Council by return email or by telephone at 416-978-6576.
Please submit completed nomination forms by August 15th to:
The Secretary,
Committee for Honorary Degrees
Office of the Governing Council
Simcoe Hall, Room 106
27 King’s College Circle
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A1
Fax: 416-978-8182
governing.council@utoronto.ca
Friday, July 8, 2011
[SGS] SGS Calendar Print Reduction
SGS #001, 2011-2012
TO: Graduate Chairs, Directors, Coordinators and Administrators
Vice-Deans and Administrators in Faculty Graduate Offices
FROM: Brian Corman, Dean of Graduate Studies and Vice-Provost, Graduate Education
CC: Council of Graduate Deans
School of Graduate Studies Staff
Date: July 5, 2011
RE: SGS Calendar Print Reduction
I am advising you that we are reducing the number of printed copies of the SGS Calendar by no longer producing paper copies for every student.
As of the 2011-12 academic year, all graduate students (new and returning) will be directed to the on-line versions of the 2011/2012 SGS Calendar. They will be advised by SGS via email during the summer that on-line graduate calendars (current and past) are available via the SGS website at www.sgs.utoronto.ca/calendar.htm. Students will be invited to browse a searchable PDF or surf a hyperlinked HTML version. Print copies will no longer be distributed to graduate students. However, we have arranged a small print run for those students who require a print copy – those students may pick up a copy from SGS free of charge, while quantities last.
Coordinators and administrators in graduate units will each receive a print copy, as will SGS staff and deans.
To increase awareness of the on-line calendar, supplies of printed bookmarks will be
distributed to graduate units and will be available in SGS. The bookmarks feature a scan code and the website link to the Calendar. Bookmarks will be distributed with the Essential Graduate Guide to new incoming students.
Please contact Lily Yee-Sloan or me if you have any questions lily.yee.sloan@sgs.utoronto.ca).
TO: Graduate Chairs, Directors, Coordinators and Administrators
Vice-Deans and Administrators in Faculty Graduate Offices
FROM: Brian Corman, Dean of Graduate Studies and Vice-Provost, Graduate Education
CC: Council of Graduate Deans
School of Graduate Studies Staff
Date: July 5, 2011
RE: SGS Calendar Print Reduction
I am advising you that we are reducing the number of printed copies of the SGS Calendar by no longer producing paper copies for every student.
As of the 2011-12 academic year, all graduate students (new and returning) will be directed to the on-line versions of the 2011/2012 SGS Calendar. They will be advised by SGS via email during the summer that on-line graduate calendars (current and past) are available via the SGS website at www.sgs.utoronto.ca/calendar.htm. Students will be invited to browse a searchable PDF or surf a hyperlinked HTML version. Print copies will no longer be distributed to graduate students. However, we have arranged a small print run for those students who require a print copy – those students may pick up a copy from SGS free of charge, while quantities last.
Coordinators and administrators in graduate units will each receive a print copy, as will SGS staff and deans.
To increase awareness of the on-line calendar, supplies of printed bookmarks will be
distributed to graduate units and will be available in SGS. The bookmarks feature a scan code and the website link to the Calendar. Bookmarks will be distributed with the Essential Graduate Guide to new incoming students.
Please contact Lily Yee-Sloan or me if you have any questions lily.yee.sloan@sgs.utoronto.ca).
[PDADC-L] Appointment of Assistant Vice-President, Alumni Relations
MEMORANDUM
To: PDAD&C
From: David Palmer, Vice-President, Advancement
Date: July 6, 2011
Subject: Appointment of Assistant Vice-President, Alumni Relations
I am very pleased to announce the appointment of Barbara Dick as Assistant Vice-President, Alumni Relations, effective immediately.
Barbara brings to the role extensive experience as a senior executive in alumni relations over 18 years, an embracing familiarity with the University of Toronto and its alumni community, and a deep commitment to building alumni engagement, affinity and pride across all the University's constituencies. Barbara has made many contributions to the University over the years. She has led the revitalization of the Spring Reunion program that has seen unprecedented numbers of alumni returning to campus; the re-launch of the alumni website this past April with its compelling alumni video portraits (alumni.utoronto.ca); the expansion of the alumni regional representative network to
76 representatives in 33 countries; and the creation of the Asia Pacific Convocation Ceremony, which last month won a Gold medal at the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Circle of Excellence Awards.
We were aided in the search process by a Search Committee drawn from relevant internal and external University constituencies, including alumni associations, affiliated alumni groups, alumni governors, and both central and divisional University administrative leadership. The search reached extensively across Canada and the United States, and looked at candidates from both the private and public sectors. From a very strong list of Canadian and U.S. finalists, Barbara emerged as the unanimous choice of the Committee for her deep knowledge of the field, her leadership and executive experience, her penetrating insights into future opportunities to build alumni affinity and engagement in an integrated fashion across all advancement programs, and her grasp of the enormous potential within the University's diverse alumni communities.
Barbara's leadership, talent, and alumni perspectives will be invaluable to the University Advancement executive group as we head into the launch of our next major institutional campaign later this year.
Barbara currently serves on the CASE Commission on Alumni Relations, as a member of the Council of Alumni Association Executives, and since 2004 as a mentor in the University's Rose Patten Leadership Program. In the past she served as President of the Ontario chapter of the Canadian Council for the Advancement of Education; she is also an active volunteer in the community.
Please join me in congratulating Barbara and welcoming her to her new role.
To: PDAD&C
From: David Palmer, Vice-President, Advancement
Date: July 6, 2011
Subject: Appointment of Assistant Vice-President, Alumni Relations
I am very pleased to announce the appointment of Barbara Dick as Assistant Vice-President, Alumni Relations, effective immediately.
Barbara brings to the role extensive experience as a senior executive in alumni relations over 18 years, an embracing familiarity with the University of Toronto and its alumni community, and a deep commitment to building alumni engagement, affinity and pride across all the University's constituencies. Barbara has made many contributions to the University over the years. She has led the revitalization of the Spring Reunion program that has seen unprecedented numbers of alumni returning to campus; the re-launch of the alumni website this past April with its compelling alumni video portraits (alumni.utoronto.ca); the expansion of the alumni regional representative network to
76 representatives in 33 countries; and the creation of the Asia Pacific Convocation Ceremony, which last month won a Gold medal at the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Circle of Excellence Awards.
We were aided in the search process by a Search Committee drawn from relevant internal and external University constituencies, including alumni associations, affiliated alumni groups, alumni governors, and both central and divisional University administrative leadership. The search reached extensively across Canada and the United States, and looked at candidates from both the private and public sectors. From a very strong list of Canadian and U.S. finalists, Barbara emerged as the unanimous choice of the Committee for her deep knowledge of the field, her leadership and executive experience, her penetrating insights into future opportunities to build alumni affinity and engagement in an integrated fashion across all advancement programs, and her grasp of the enormous potential within the University's diverse alumni communities.
Barbara's leadership, talent, and alumni perspectives will be invaluable to the University Advancement executive group as we head into the launch of our next major institutional campaign later this year.
Barbara currently serves on the CASE Commission on Alumni Relations, as a member of the Council of Alumni Association Executives, and since 2004 as a mentor in the University's Rose Patten Leadership Program. In the past she served as President of the Ontario chapter of the Canadian Council for the Advancement of Education; she is also an active volunteer in the community.
Please join me in congratulating Barbara and welcoming her to her new role.
[PDADC-L] Provostial Guideline Regarding Security for Personal and Other Confidential Information
PDAD&C#2, 2011-12
To: PDAD&C
From: Cheryl Misak, Vice-President and Provost
Date: July 6, 2011
Re: Provostial Guideline Regarding Security for Personal and Other Confidential Information
The University is subject to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and is committed to its requirements.
Please be advised that a brief 'Provostial Guideline Regarding Security for Personal and Other Confidential Information' has been issued that reaffirms core security expectations for personal and other confidential information, to assure University-wide standards.
This new Guideline as well as 'FIPPA - General and Administrative Access and Privacy Practices' and 'FIPPA - Q & As for Instructors' are available on the Provost's website at http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/policy.htm.
Please note that the Guideline requires that personal and other confidential information in electronic form be protected by properly implemented encryption unless it is kept in a secure server environment with appropriately restricted users rights. Practical information on the tools available to help you comply with the encryption requirement is available at http://encrypt.utoronto.ca/
To further support the protection of information, I+TS has published two guides dealing with 'Phishing' (the attempt, through use of spam email, to drive users to disclose personal information to fraudulent websites), and the configuration settings necessary to enable encryption on smart phones (iPhone, BlackBerry, Android and Windows 7) such that their contents are secure in the event of loss or theft of the phone:
http://www.its.utoronto.ca/security/phishing.htm and http://www.its.utoronto.ca/security/smartphones.htm
The "Notice to Faculty and Staff Computer Users re Data Encryption" is a comprehensive message about all these matters suitable for distribution to faculty and staff. It is available at: http://uoft.me/protectdata
A more in-depth discussion entitled "Consistent, Effective Information Security" is available at http://www.its.utoronto.ca/rules-and-regulations/regulations_guidelines/informationsecurity.htm
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GUIDELINE REGARDING SECURITY FOR PERSONAL AND OTHER CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
Personal and other confidential information should at all times be protected with effective security as described in University policy and Information Security and Privacy Practices.
Personal and other confidential information in electronic form should be kept in a secure server environment with appropriate restricted user rights. If it is outside a secure server environment, personal and other confidential information in electronic form must at all times be protected with properly implemented encryption.
Personal and other confidential information in hard copy form should be kept in a secure institutional environment. If it is outside a secure institutional environment, personal and other confidential information in hard copy form must at all times be protected with strong, effective security measures.
June 2011
To: PDAD&C
From: Cheryl Misak, Vice-President and Provost
Date: July 6, 2011
Re: Provostial Guideline Regarding Security for Personal and Other Confidential Information
The University is subject to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and is committed to its requirements.
Please be advised that a brief 'Provostial Guideline Regarding Security for Personal and Other Confidential Information' has been issued that reaffirms core security expectations for personal and other confidential information, to assure University-wide standards.
This new Guideline as well as 'FIPPA - General and Administrative Access and Privacy Practices' and 'FIPPA - Q & As for Instructors' are available on the Provost's website at http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/policy.htm.
Please note that the Guideline requires that personal and other confidential information in electronic form be protected by properly implemented encryption unless it is kept in a secure server environment with appropriately restricted users rights. Practical information on the tools available to help you comply with the encryption requirement is available at http://encrypt.utoronto.ca/
To further support the protection of information, I+TS has published two guides dealing with 'Phishing' (the attempt, through use of spam email, to drive users to disclose personal information to fraudulent websites), and the configuration settings necessary to enable encryption on smart phones (iPhone, BlackBerry, Android and Windows 7) such that their contents are secure in the event of loss or theft of the phone:
http://www.its.utoronto.ca/security/phishing.htm and http://www.its.utoronto.ca/security/smartphones.htm
The "Notice to Faculty and Staff Computer Users re Data Encryption" is a comprehensive message about all these matters suitable for distribution to faculty and staff. It is available at: http://uoft.me/protectdata
A more in-depth discussion entitled "Consistent, Effective Information Security" is available at http://www.its.utoronto.ca/rules-and-regulations/regulations_guidelines/informationsecurity.htm
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GUIDELINE REGARDING SECURITY FOR PERSONAL AND OTHER CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
Personal and other confidential information should at all times be protected with effective security as described in University policy and Information Security and Privacy Practices.
Personal and other confidential information in electronic form should be kept in a secure server environment with appropriate restricted user rights. If it is outside a secure server environment, personal and other confidential information in electronic form must at all times be protected with properly implemented encryption.
Personal and other confidential information in hard copy form should be kept in a secure institutional environment. If it is outside a secure institutional environment, personal and other confidential information in hard copy form must at all times be protected with strong, effective security measures.
June 2011
[PDADC-L] Recruitment and Recognition of REB and ACC members
PDAD&C#1, 2011-12
MEMORANDUM
TO: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors and Chairs
FROM: Paul Young and Cheryl Misak
DATE: July, 6th, 2011
RE: Recruitment and Recognition of REB and ACC members
As we embark on a new academic year, we would like to take this opportunity to highlight the very important work of our Research Ethics Board (REB) and Animal Care Committee (ACC) members.
Properly constituted and functioning REBs and ACCs are essential for the continuity of human and animal research, enabling us to meet the ethical standards mandated through federal and provincial legislation and through a Memorandum of Understanding with the federal granting councils. The men and women who serve on our REBs and ACCs benefit the University research community as a whole, as well as their home departments and faculties, ensuring that each protocol is reviewed thoughtfully and consistently, in compliance with the regulatory requirements.
The workload for these faculty members is substantial in comparison to other committees. Over the past 3 years, REBs and ACCs have reviewed over 4500 protocol submissions per year. Their total time involvement - including meetings and pre- and post-meeting activities approximates 6-10 hours per member, per month. This adds up to an annual contribution of over 100 hours of service per member, per year.
REB Chairs spend additional time handling reviews and related issues, and attending Research Ethics Policy and Advisory Committee (REPAC) meetings. ACC Chairs attend University Animal Care Committee (UACC) meetings and played a tremendous role in our recent Canadian Council on Animal Care (CCAC) site visit, which occurred over two days and entailed much preparatory and post-visit work. These extra duties account for an additional 50 or more service hours per chair, per year.
Because of the high workload involved in the regulatory and ethics review of research projects involving human and animals, each department and faculty that submits to the REB or ACC has a responsibility to work with the Office of Research Ethics (ORE) to ensure continuity of appropriate representation on these boards and committees. This entails that, upon request by the ORE, a list of potential candidates from the faculty is provided. It would be useful for departmental heads to maintain a short list of potential candidates to prevent gaps in representation.
It is important that Chairs and Deans recognize the importance of their service to the University and to their home departments and faculties, and the successful candidate is supported by the faculty and department throughout the term of their appointment to an REB or ACC. Furthermore, their contribution to each should be recognized in the annual reviews and PTR/merit process and valued appropriately.
MEMORANDUM
TO: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors and Chairs
FROM: Paul Young and Cheryl Misak
DATE: July, 6th, 2011
RE: Recruitment and Recognition of REB and ACC members
As we embark on a new academic year, we would like to take this opportunity to highlight the very important work of our Research Ethics Board (REB) and Animal Care Committee (ACC) members.
Properly constituted and functioning REBs and ACCs are essential for the continuity of human and animal research, enabling us to meet the ethical standards mandated through federal and provincial legislation and through a Memorandum of Understanding with the federal granting councils. The men and women who serve on our REBs and ACCs benefit the University research community as a whole, as well as their home departments and faculties, ensuring that each protocol is reviewed thoughtfully and consistently, in compliance with the regulatory requirements.
The workload for these faculty members is substantial in comparison to other committees. Over the past 3 years, REBs and ACCs have reviewed over 4500 protocol submissions per year. Their total time involvement - including meetings and pre- and post-meeting activities approximates 6-10 hours per member, per month. This adds up to an annual contribution of over 100 hours of service per member, per year.
REB Chairs spend additional time handling reviews and related issues, and attending Research Ethics Policy and Advisory Committee (REPAC) meetings. ACC Chairs attend University Animal Care Committee (UACC) meetings and played a tremendous role in our recent Canadian Council on Animal Care (CCAC) site visit, which occurred over two days and entailed much preparatory and post-visit work. These extra duties account for an additional 50 or more service hours per chair, per year.
Because of the high workload involved in the regulatory and ethics review of research projects involving human and animals, each department and faculty that submits to the REB or ACC has a responsibility to work with the Office of Research Ethics (ORE) to ensure continuity of appropriate representation on these boards and committees. This entails that, upon request by the ORE, a list of potential candidates from the faculty is provided. It would be useful for departmental heads to maintain a short list of potential candidates to prevent gaps in representation.
It is important that Chairs and Deans recognize the importance of their service to the University and to their home departments and faculties, and the successful candidate is supported by the faculty and department throughout the term of their appointment to an REB or ACC. Furthermore, their contribution to each should be recognized in the annual reviews and PTR/merit process and valued appropriately.
[PDADC-L] President's Advisory Committee on the Appointment of a Vice-President, Business Affairs - Call for Nominations
Memorandum to: Governing Council
Academic Board
Business Board
University Affairs Board
Principals, Deans, Academic Directors and Chairs
Professionals, Managers and Confidential Staff
President of UTFA
Presidents of Employee Unions
Presidents of APUS, GSU, SAC/UTSU, SCSU and UTMSU
From: David Naylor
President
Date: July 5, 2011
Re: President's Advisory Committee on the Appointment of a Vice-President, Business Affairs - Call for Nominations
In June of last year, the Governing Council approved an extension of Ms Catherine Riggall's term as Vice-President, Business Affairs to December 31, 2011. At that time, Ms Riggall delayed her retirement plans to accommodate our University's needs and we are grateful for her dedication and exemplary service over the last several years.
Following consultation with colleagues and external governors, I have now struck a committee to advise me on the appointment of a Vice-President, Business Affairs. The Committee's first priority will be to provide advice on the scope of any search to be undertaken, considering carefully our current context. In particular, I will seek advice on the organizational structure of the portfolio, the position's scope of responsibility and a potential change in title that reflects the responsibilities. The Committee's second task will be to provide advice on the selection of candidates for my consideration in making a recommendation to the Governing Council. My goal is to recommend an appointment to the Governing Council in the late Fall.
The Advisory Committee, which I will chair, comprises the following individuals:
Mr. David Cheung (Undergraduate Student, Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering; President, Engineering Society) Professor Meric Gertler (Dean, Faculty of Arts and Science) Professor Ellen Hodnett (Governor and Chair, Academic Board) Ms Shirley Hoy (Governor and Vice-Chair, Business Board) Ms Kim McLean (Assistant Principal, Business and Administration, UTSC) Professor Peter Martin (Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Faculty of Arts and Science; Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics) Professor Amy Mullin (Vice-Principal Academic and Dean, UTM) Mr. Olivier Sorin (Graduate Student, Faculty of Arts and Science) Mr. David Wilson (Governor and Chair, Business Board)
Louis Charpentier, Secretary of the Governing Council, will serve as secretary.
The Committee welcomes your input. Submissions should be sent in confidence by August 15, 2011 to:
Secretary
President's Advisory Committee on the Appointment of a Vice-President, Business Affairs Room 106, Simcoe Hall University of Toronto
They may also be sent by e-mail to: l.charpentier@utoronto.ca.
Academic Board
Business Board
University Affairs Board
Principals, Deans, Academic Directors and Chairs
Professionals, Managers and Confidential Staff
President of UTFA
Presidents of Employee Unions
Presidents of APUS, GSU, SAC/UTSU, SCSU and UTMSU
From: David Naylor
President
Date: July 5, 2011
Re: President's Advisory Committee on the Appointment of a Vice-President, Business Affairs - Call for Nominations
In June of last year, the Governing Council approved an extension of Ms Catherine Riggall's term as Vice-President, Business Affairs to December 31, 2011. At that time, Ms Riggall delayed her retirement plans to accommodate our University's needs and we are grateful for her dedication and exemplary service over the last several years.
Following consultation with colleagues and external governors, I have now struck a committee to advise me on the appointment of a Vice-President, Business Affairs. The Committee's first priority will be to provide advice on the scope of any search to be undertaken, considering carefully our current context. In particular, I will seek advice on the organizational structure of the portfolio, the position's scope of responsibility and a potential change in title that reflects the responsibilities. The Committee's second task will be to provide advice on the selection of candidates for my consideration in making a recommendation to the Governing Council. My goal is to recommend an appointment to the Governing Council in the late Fall.
The Advisory Committee, which I will chair, comprises the following individuals:
Mr. David Cheung (Undergraduate Student, Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering; President, Engineering Society) Professor Meric Gertler (Dean, Faculty of Arts and Science) Professor Ellen Hodnett (Governor and Chair, Academic Board) Ms Shirley Hoy (Governor and Vice-Chair, Business Board) Ms Kim McLean (Assistant Principal, Business and Administration, UTSC) Professor Peter Martin (Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Faculty of Arts and Science; Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics) Professor Amy Mullin (Vice-Principal Academic and Dean, UTM) Mr. Olivier Sorin (Graduate Student, Faculty of Arts and Science) Mr. David Wilson (Governor and Chair, Business Board)
Louis Charpentier, Secretary of the Governing Council, will serve as secretary.
The Committee welcomes your input. Submissions should be sent in confidence by August 15, 2011 to:
Secretary
President's Advisory Committee on the Appointment of a Vice-President, Business Affairs Room 106, Simcoe Hall University of Toronto
They may also be sent by e-mail to: l.charpentier@utoronto.ca.
[PDADC-L] USW Job Evaluation
HR #1, 2011 – 2012
July 4, 2011
To: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors & Chairs
Professional and Managerial Staff
From: Angela Hildyard
Vice-President, Human Resources & Equity
Re: USW Job Evaluation
Further to our email communication of April 29, 2011 (http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/news/memoranda/1011/30.htm) providing you with detailed information with respect to the Job Evaluation settlement reached between the University and USW Local 1998, we are now writing to advise you that the attached joint communication between the University and USW will shortly be issued to all USW represented employees outlining the next steps in the implementation of the new job evaluation system.
Base Salary Adjustments
Managers should be aware that effective July 1, 2011 those positions that have already been rated will be moved to the new salary scales. The Union and the University have agreed to the following:
• incumbents whose salaries are below the new salary range will have their salaries increased to the minimum of the range, and will then receive their step progression on their next salary adjustment date
• incumbents whose salaries are within the new salary range will remain at their current salary, and will then receive their step progression on their next salary adjustment date
• incumbents whose salaries are above the new salary range will receive across-the-board increases, if any, but no step increases, for as long as they continue to hold their current position
The migration of affected employees to the new pay structure will be administered centrally. Those employees who will be moving to the new salary ranges on July 1, 2011 will be receiving letters from the University providing them with information on their new job class, the job class rating and their total points, their new pay scale and salary adjustment, if applicable.
As set out in the April 29, 2011 email, the base salary adjustments resulting from this process will be absorbed by the Divisions. Each Division will shortly receive a detailed spreadsheet outlining the adjustments and the associated costs.
The Divisional Human Resources Offices are working with Managers to disseminate information about the new rating and pay scales so that you are aware of the impact.
Retroactive Pay Equity Adjustments
Retroactive adjustments for those positions which have been rated will be paid as lump sum OTO amounts on September 30, 2011. The University is currently working on calculating these payments and further information will be provided to Divisions and individual employees prior to the September 30, 2011 payment date.
In accordance with the terms of the most recent collective agreement, funds have already been set aside which will cover a portion of the retroactive costs associated with this project. The remaining portion, to be paid over three years, will be funded as a cost shared by Divisions through University wide costs and the Provost’s contingency funds.
For more information please contact your Divisional HR Office. Resources and information on USW Job Evaluation, including links to recent memos, are also available on-line at: http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/labourrelations/sesu.htm
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To: All USW 1998 Staff-Appointed Employees
Cc: All Managers
From: The University and the USW Local 1998
Re: SES/U Implementation
As you are aware, the University and USW Local 1998 have now achieved final settlement on the implementation and maintenance of a new job evaluation system and
classification process which provides for both Pay Equity, as required by the Pay Equity Act, and also for internal equity across all job classes. A copy of the Memorandum of Settlement including the Finalization and Maintenance Protocols are found at http://usw1998.ca/ and http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/groups/union/usw.htm
The purpose of this communication is to provide you with more detailed information with respect to the settlement and the implementation of the new job evaluation system.
Background
In 2000, the University and USW agreed to establish a new job evaluation system to
provide for pay equity and internal equity. This new system is different from the previous job evaluation system and has been jointly negotiated.
We agreed to develop the “SES/U” system as the method for establishing and maintaining an open, consistent and fair job evaluation and classification process that reflects the values of the University community. The University has agreed to monitor job evaluation and classification processes to ensure they meet these objectives. There is a Joint SES/U Oversight Committee which oversees the administration of the program and the job evaluation system.
The SES/U system derives ratings for positions through a combination of established factors, weightings, and “Questionnaire Summary Documents” or “QSDs” which enable direct employee and manager input into the job evaluation process.
The scope of the job evaluation project that has been underway required the evaluation of all bargaining unit positions. The Union and the University have reached agreement on the ratings for approximately two-thirds of these positions (Waves 1-5 and part of Wave 6), and have agreed on a framework to complete the rating of the remaining positions (Waves 6 and 7). We have also agreed on the creation of new job classes and the positions that comprise these job classes. The result is approximately 380 new job classes, which are organized into job groupings. Approximately one-third of the positions in the bargaining unit have not yet been assigned to a job class or rated. This will occur over the rest of this year.
Maintenance Protocol
USW and the University have also agreed to a new Maintenance Protocol, effective
June 1, 2011, which will provide a process going forward for the maintenance of pay and internal equity. Employees are now able to file a request to reclassify their job. The request form can be found at the U of T website. As of November 1, 2011, Managers, the Union and the University may also file requests for the reclassification of specific jobs.
The Maintenance Protocol sets out the joint process for handling these requests. If the Union and University cannot reach agreement on the resolution of a request, the matter will be referred to mediation/arbitration for a decision.
Moving to the New Pay Structure
The Union and the University have also established new pay bands and a new pay
structure that meets the requirements of the Pay Equity Act. There are 20 pay bands in the new pay structure.
Effective July 1, 2011, those positions that have already been rated (Waves 1-5 and part of 6) will be moved into the new pay scales. The University and the Union have agreed that this will occur as follows:
incumbents whose salaries are below the new salary range will have their salaries increased to the minimum of the range, and then will receive their step progression on their next salary adjustment date
incumbents whose salaries are within the new salary range will remain at current salary, and will then receive their step progression on their next salary adjustment date
incumbents whose salaries are above the new salary range will receive acrossthe- board increases, if any, but no step increases, for as long as they continue to hold their current position.
Going forward, employees will progress through the new salary ranges by moving to the
next closest step on the grid on their normal salary adjustment date. Those employees
who will be moving to the new salary ranges on July 1, 2011 will receive an individual notice from the University informing them of their job class, the job class ratings and total points, their new pay scale and salary adjustment, if applicable.
As outlined in the Memorandum of Settlement, these salary adjustments are retroactive
to July 1, 2007. Those employees entitled to an OTO retroactive payment will receive
more information about this prior to the September 30, 2011 payment date.
Completing the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Process
The “Finalization Protocol” sets out the process for completing the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity process. The University and the Union are currently working on finalizing rating rationales and Job Class Summary Documents (JCSD) for the job classes already rated. Any unresolved issues will be determined by mediation/adjudication. The JCSDs will provide a brief description of each job class. Once finalized, the JCSDs will be posted on the University and USW websites.
The University and the Union will continue to work on the outstanding Wave 6 positions, and any adjustments or OTO retroactive payments owed to employees in these
positions will be implemented in the same manner as the other Wave 1-6 positions once
the disputes have been resolved.
Employees whose positions are in Wave 7 are currently completing the QSDs. The
Union and University will try to reach agreement on the Wave 7 issues over the coming
months with any disputes being dealt with by mediation/adjudication hearings in late
November and December. Movement to the new salary grids and any resulting salary
increases and retroactive payments are to commence in 2012 after all Wave 7 disputes
are resolved.
The Union and University, meeting in the Joint Oversight Committee, have been able to
collaboratively resolve their disagreement about the process for handling reclassification requests submitted between April 8, 2011 and May 30, 2011. These requests will be handled as part of Wave 7 and the timeline for completion of Wave 7 will be extended. As a result, the need for mediation/arbitration of this issue has been avoided.
The Union and University are committed to providing regular updates as these
processes move forward.
Where can I get more information?
United Steelworkers Local 1998:
Telephone inquiries may be directed to: (416) 506-9090
Email inquiries may be directed to: jec@usw1998.ca
University Human Resources:
See attached link for contact information for all Divisional HR Offices:
http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/about/divisional.htm
See attached link for additional resources & information on SES/U:
http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/labourrelations/sesu.htm
Email inquiries may be directed to: hr.jobevaluation@utoronto.ca
July 4, 2011
To: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors & Chairs
Professional and Managerial Staff
From: Angela Hildyard
Vice-President, Human Resources & Equity
Re: USW Job Evaluation
Further to our email communication of April 29, 2011 (http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/news/memoranda/1011/30.htm) providing you with detailed information with respect to the Job Evaluation settlement reached between the University and USW Local 1998, we are now writing to advise you that the attached joint communication between the University and USW will shortly be issued to all USW represented employees outlining the next steps in the implementation of the new job evaluation system.
Base Salary Adjustments
Managers should be aware that effective July 1, 2011 those positions that have already been rated will be moved to the new salary scales. The Union and the University have agreed to the following:
• incumbents whose salaries are below the new salary range will have their salaries increased to the minimum of the range, and will then receive their step progression on their next salary adjustment date
• incumbents whose salaries are within the new salary range will remain at their current salary, and will then receive their step progression on their next salary adjustment date
• incumbents whose salaries are above the new salary range will receive across-the-board increases, if any, but no step increases, for as long as they continue to hold their current position
The migration of affected employees to the new pay structure will be administered centrally. Those employees who will be moving to the new salary ranges on July 1, 2011 will be receiving letters from the University providing them with information on their new job class, the job class rating and their total points, their new pay scale and salary adjustment, if applicable.
As set out in the April 29, 2011 email, the base salary adjustments resulting from this process will be absorbed by the Divisions. Each Division will shortly receive a detailed spreadsheet outlining the adjustments and the associated costs.
The Divisional Human Resources Offices are working with Managers to disseminate information about the new rating and pay scales so that you are aware of the impact.
Retroactive Pay Equity Adjustments
Retroactive adjustments for those positions which have been rated will be paid as lump sum OTO amounts on September 30, 2011. The University is currently working on calculating these payments and further information will be provided to Divisions and individual employees prior to the September 30, 2011 payment date.
In accordance with the terms of the most recent collective agreement, funds have already been set aside which will cover a portion of the retroactive costs associated with this project. The remaining portion, to be paid over three years, will be funded as a cost shared by Divisions through University wide costs and the Provost’s contingency funds.
For more information please contact your Divisional HR Office. Resources and information on USW Job Evaluation, including links to recent memos, are also available on-line at: http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/labourrelations/sesu.htm
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To: All USW 1998 Staff-Appointed Employees
Cc: All Managers
From: The University and the USW Local 1998
Re: SES/U Implementation
As you are aware, the University and USW Local 1998 have now achieved final settlement on the implementation and maintenance of a new job evaluation system and
classification process which provides for both Pay Equity, as required by the Pay Equity Act, and also for internal equity across all job classes. A copy of the Memorandum of Settlement including the Finalization and Maintenance Protocols are found at http://usw1998.ca/ and http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/groups/union/usw.htm
The purpose of this communication is to provide you with more detailed information with respect to the settlement and the implementation of the new job evaluation system.
Background
In 2000, the University and USW agreed to establish a new job evaluation system to
provide for pay equity and internal equity. This new system is different from the previous job evaluation system and has been jointly negotiated.
We agreed to develop the “SES/U” system as the method for establishing and maintaining an open, consistent and fair job evaluation and classification process that reflects the values of the University community. The University has agreed to monitor job evaluation and classification processes to ensure they meet these objectives. There is a Joint SES/U Oversight Committee which oversees the administration of the program and the job evaluation system.
The SES/U system derives ratings for positions through a combination of established factors, weightings, and “Questionnaire Summary Documents” or “QSDs” which enable direct employee and manager input into the job evaluation process.
The scope of the job evaluation project that has been underway required the evaluation of all bargaining unit positions. The Union and the University have reached agreement on the ratings for approximately two-thirds of these positions (Waves 1-5 and part of Wave 6), and have agreed on a framework to complete the rating of the remaining positions (Waves 6 and 7). We have also agreed on the creation of new job classes and the positions that comprise these job classes. The result is approximately 380 new job classes, which are organized into job groupings. Approximately one-third of the positions in the bargaining unit have not yet been assigned to a job class or rated. This will occur over the rest of this year.
Maintenance Protocol
USW and the University have also agreed to a new Maintenance Protocol, effective
June 1, 2011, which will provide a process going forward for the maintenance of pay and internal equity. Employees are now able to file a request to reclassify their job. The request form can be found at the U of T website. As of November 1, 2011, Managers, the Union and the University may also file requests for the reclassification of specific jobs.
The Maintenance Protocol sets out the joint process for handling these requests. If the Union and University cannot reach agreement on the resolution of a request, the matter will be referred to mediation/arbitration for a decision.
Moving to the New Pay Structure
The Union and the University have also established new pay bands and a new pay
structure that meets the requirements of the Pay Equity Act. There are 20 pay bands in the new pay structure.
Effective July 1, 2011, those positions that have already been rated (Waves 1-5 and part of 6) will be moved into the new pay scales. The University and the Union have agreed that this will occur as follows:
incumbents whose salaries are below the new salary range will have their salaries increased to the minimum of the range, and then will receive their step progression on their next salary adjustment date
incumbents whose salaries are within the new salary range will remain at current salary, and will then receive their step progression on their next salary adjustment date
incumbents whose salaries are above the new salary range will receive acrossthe- board increases, if any, but no step increases, for as long as they continue to hold their current position.
Going forward, employees will progress through the new salary ranges by moving to the
next closest step on the grid on their normal salary adjustment date. Those employees
who will be moving to the new salary ranges on July 1, 2011 will receive an individual notice from the University informing them of their job class, the job class ratings and total points, their new pay scale and salary adjustment, if applicable.
As outlined in the Memorandum of Settlement, these salary adjustments are retroactive
to July 1, 2007. Those employees entitled to an OTO retroactive payment will receive
more information about this prior to the September 30, 2011 payment date.
Completing the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Process
The “Finalization Protocol” sets out the process for completing the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity process. The University and the Union are currently working on finalizing rating rationales and Job Class Summary Documents (JCSD) for the job classes already rated. Any unresolved issues will be determined by mediation/adjudication. The JCSDs will provide a brief description of each job class. Once finalized, the JCSDs will be posted on the University and USW websites.
The University and the Union will continue to work on the outstanding Wave 6 positions, and any adjustments or OTO retroactive payments owed to employees in these
positions will be implemented in the same manner as the other Wave 1-6 positions once
the disputes have been resolved.
Employees whose positions are in Wave 7 are currently completing the QSDs. The
Union and University will try to reach agreement on the Wave 7 issues over the coming
months with any disputes being dealt with by mediation/adjudication hearings in late
November and December. Movement to the new salary grids and any resulting salary
increases and retroactive payments are to commence in 2012 after all Wave 7 disputes
are resolved.
The Union and University, meeting in the Joint Oversight Committee, have been able to
collaboratively resolve their disagreement about the process for handling reclassification requests submitted between April 8, 2011 and May 30, 2011. These requests will be handled as part of Wave 7 and the timeline for completion of Wave 7 will be extended. As a result, the need for mediation/arbitration of this issue has been avoided.
The Union and University are committed to providing regular updates as these
processes move forward.
Where can I get more information?
United Steelworkers Local 1998:
Telephone inquiries may be directed to: (416) 506-9090
Email inquiries may be directed to: jec@usw1998.ca
University Human Resources:
See attached link for contact information for all Divisional HR Offices:
http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/about/divisional.htm
See attached link for additional resources & information on SES/U:
http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/labourrelations/sesu.htm
Email inquiries may be directed to: hr.jobevaluation@utoronto.ca
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