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FAS Department Updates, and Important Deadlines
For Heads, Managers, and Assistants
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July 3, 2018
In this Update:
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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
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 Changes 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.
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New Faculty Orientation Activities
To
welcome our new colleagues and assist
them in making a smooth transition to their positions at Queen's, the Faculty of Arts and Science has organized a number of events and activities as outlined below:
For details on the mentoring program, see below. This program is available to all new faculty members who are interested
. Please speak with your new faculty members to let them know this program is available
. Should they be interested in participating, please have them let us know through an e-mail to deanartsci@queensu.ca by September 1, 2018.
Mentors will be sought for the program through consultation with Heads, once we know how many are required.
Faculty of Arts and Science New Faculty Orientation
The Faculty Office has planned an orientation session for new faculty on Friday August 24, 2018 from 9:00-11:30am. Please click here to view the agenda. I encourage all new faculty to attend. To keep the momentum going, Heads may wish to consider organizing department specific events on the afternoon of the 24th to provide an introduction to the department.
Teaching and Learning
Further to the recent e-mail from Associate Dean (Teaching and Learning) Dr. Jill Atkinson - for those welcoming new faculty members, don't forget to provide Diane Reid with their teaching assignments by Friday, July 6th.
Research
In conjunction with representatives from University Research Services, the Faculty will offer a workshop that describes how to develop a 5-year research plan and what funding programs are available to support that plan. Details will follow from Associate Dean (Research) Dr. Nick Mosey.
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Professional Development Training for Heads
We are working with our Industrial Relations Centre to put together a two-day professional development program for Heads that will include training on topics such as conflict resolution and change management.
Please submit your availability for the sessions to deanartsci@queensu.ca by July 9, 2018.
Session 1: November 5 OR November 8
Session 2: January 21 OR January 25
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Restructuring 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 Bénard
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.
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FAS Mentoring Program
Beginning July 1, 2018, the Faculty of Arts and Science will be welcoming approximately 35 new faculty members to our campus. For these new faculty members, the first year will be an exciting time full of enriching and valuable new experiences. However, their first year can also be overwhelming as they grapple with the wealth of information, a range of support programs and the demands of this new stage in their careers. To welcome our new colleagues and assist them in making a smooth transition to their positions at Queen's, the Faculty of Arts and Science is introducing a Mentorship Program. This program is not meant to replace the orientation and guidance provided by Heads and operates in a complementary manner to established processes in Departments.
The objectives of the new faculty mentorship program are to:
- Welcome and support new faculty members as they transition to their new academic roles at Queen's and offer a climate of support for learning, scholarship and excellence.
- Cultivate a culture of belonging for new faculty members, and an opportunity for both mentors and mentees to broaden their networks outside their department.
- Orient new faculty members into the Queen's campus community, the culture, and professional life at the university. The program provides an opportunity for new faculty members to:
- provide an early point of connection and a friendly resource
- build collegiality, introduce the individual to relevant network/s in both the internal and external communities
- clarify academic structures and processes;
- help the individual to understand "unwritten rules" as well as the formal rules & processes
Detailed information on the program is available here.
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New Faculty of Arts and Science Orientation
Date: August 24, 2018
Location: Watson Hall Whalley Room
Agenda:
9:00 - 9:30: Arrival and networking
9:30 - 9:45: Welcome from the Dean
9:45 - 11:15: Round table sessions
Group will be split into three and will be 25 minutes at 3 different tables on three topics. Suggested topics and leaders are:
- Faculty Relations - led by Vice-Dean Dr. Gordon E. Smith
- Graduate and Research - led by Associate Dean (Research) Dr. Nick Mosey and Associate Dean (Graduate) Dr. Lynda Jessup
- Student focused - led by Associate Dean (Studies) Dr. Johanne Bénard
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Important Dates and Deadlines
Friday, July 13, 2018 at 12:00 pm
New Faculty - Welcome to Campus BBQ -
RSVP
Thursday August 23
New Faculty Orientation Day - Campus Wide
Friday August 24, 9:00am-12:00pm
Arts and Science New Faculty Orientation (Watson Hall Whalley Room) -
Register
Thursday September 13, 5:30pm
Principal's Welcome Reception (Agnes Etherington Art Centre) -
RSVP
Thursday, September 20, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Dean's Reception for New Faculty to Arts and Science (University Club) - RSVP
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