Important messages, dates and news from the Faculty office.
Dear Colleagues,
 
As my first year at Queen's comes to an end, I would like to thank all the students, staff and faculty whom have facilitated such a smooth transition in my new role as Dean of Arts and Science at Queen's University.  I have spent the last twelve months meeting departments, student groups, senior academic and non-academic leaders, attending internal and external events, and participating in numerous planning initiatives as we engage with and participate in the changing local, provincial, national and international landscapes in the post-secondary sector. 
 
I am writing to share some important information on changes in the Dean's office as of July 1, 2018, professional development days for Heads, and Faculty specific activities and programs to support and welcome our new colleagues in making a smooth transition to their position at Queen's.  In the coming academic year, the Faculty of Arts and Science will be welcoming approximately 35 new faculty members to our campus!
 
I am so excited to welcome these new members of the Arts and Science community, and look forward to working with you all in the coming year.
 
Sincerely,
Barbara Crow, PhD
Dean, Arts and Science
changesChanges in the Dean's Office
 
Dr. Richard Ascough, Associate Dean (International) will be returning to the Sch ool of Religion effective July 1, 2018.  In addition, as mentioned earlier in the Spring, I will be restructuring the Dean's office as of July 1, 2018.  For additional information on these changes, see below.
 
In August, we will be launching a search for two Associate Deans for positions to commence January 2019.  Details will be forthcoming.
portfolioRestructuring of Associate Dean Portfolios
 
As mentioned earlier in the spring, I have restructured the Dean's office as of July 1, 2018 to position us better to continue our support for excellent undergraduate and graduate academic and experiential learning experiences, engage with faculty renewal, and reimagine how we organize our units.  On July 1, 2018, the following change were made to the Associate Dean Portfolios:
 
Vice-Dean (Faculty Relations):  Dr. Gordon E. Smith
The Vice-Dean's (Faculty Relations) portfolio includes faculty relations, in particular, renewal, tenure and promotion, merit, the appointment of Department Heads, and faculty renewal, including all aspects of the processes related to hiring tenure-track and contractual faculty. The Vice-Dean also oversees the implementation of the Queen's/QUFA Collective Agreement, including workload documents and other matters concerning faculty relations. In relation to these responsibilities, the Vice-Dean provides leadership with respect to equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigeneity across the Faculty. 
 
The Vice-Dean also assists with Faculty Advancement priorities, with particular emphasis on working with Arts and Science alumni and building philanthropic successes in western Canada.
 
Associate Dean (Teaching and Learning):  Dr. Jill Atkinson
The Associate Dean's (Teaching and Learning) portfolio includes oversight of the Faculty's University's Quality Assurance Processes, experiential learning, and learning outcomes.  The Associate Dean supports units in their efforts to enrich the curriculum by incorporating historically underrepresented identities, experiences and perspectives and promotes the use of universal design to ensure access for all students.
 
Associate Dean (Graduate):  Dr. Lynda Jessup
The Associate Dean's (Graduate) portfolio includes enhancing integration of graduate education in the Faculty of Arts and Science and ensuring that graduate enrolment targets are met.  The Associate Dean develops and implements strategic initiatives that enhance the profile of graduate programs in the Faculty and collaborates to develop international opportunities for graduate students and faculty at Queen's.
 
Associate Dean (Research):  Dr. Nicholas Mosey
The Associate Dean's (Research) portfolio includes facilitating the intensification of research within the Faculty of Arts and Science.  The Associate Dean coordinates and guides strategic research activities within the Faculty, and supports researchers in securing funding and obtaining research awards. 
 
Associate Dean (Studies):  Dr. Johanne BĂ©nard
The Associate Dean's (Studies) portfolio includes oversight of the undergraduate operations in the Faculty of Arts and Science, as well as the oversight and implementation of undergraduate academic regulations.  The Associate Dean reviews student appeals or academic integrity cases, and manage complex academic cases involving individual students and faculty members. The Associate Dean participates in all committees of the Faculty relative to undergraduate students or programs and liaise with the division of Student Affairs, Student Wellness Services, the Human Rights Office and the Office of the University Ombudsman. The Associate Dean's portfolio also includes Admission and Recruitment, Orientation, and the implementation of the Senate Policy on Academic Consideration for Students in Extenuating Circumstances.

Updated organization charts for the Faculty Office can be found here.
Contact Information for Associate Deans can be found here.