Dear colleagues, As the end of the academic year approaches, planning continues apace for a significant return to campus in the Fall 2021 term. While the increasing rate of vaccine roll-out in Ontario gives us reason for optimism, cause for concern remains when we look at the persistence of high COVID-19 case numbers abroad, including in ... Continue reading
Memoranda
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Provost’s report to the 690th meeting of Senate
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Provincial funding opportunity for micro-credentials development
The Government of Ontario recently announced $11 million in funding to support the development of micro-credentials programs at postsecondary institutions. On April 30, a call for proposals was launched for postsecondary institutions to submit micro-credentials programs. The province is also offering a $1 million dollar reward – the Micro-credentials Impact Award – for institutions with the most successful projects with ... Continue reading
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Provost’s report to the 689th meeting of Senate
It is customary for the the Provost & Vice-President, Academic to provide a report to each meeting of Senate outlining plans, priorities, issues and other news. As these reports are already public through the University Secretariat Office, they will also be shared regularly through this memorandum page. Note that appendices to the report can be ... Continue reading
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Letter from Human Resources on return to campus in the Fall
The following letter to faculty and staff was issued by Human Resources on Tuesday, April 20. It is reproduced here to ensure the widest possible distribution. __________________________________ The health and safety of our community is a top priority as the University continues to plan for the return of our faculty and staff to campus. Members of the ... Continue reading
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Guidance concerning academic accommodations for Ramadan
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by practicing Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection and community. The basic requirement is for practicing Muslims to fast from sunrise to sunset, meaning that no food or water should pass their lips for 17 hours a day. Further information about Ramadan can ... Continue reading
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Update on academic planning for the Fall 2021 term
Dear colleagues, On February 23, I released draft principles to guide academic planning for the Fall 2021 term. The document defines three potential scenarios that align with the Brock Stages of Re-Opening and lists the preparations the University is undertaking for each scenario. It also reiterates that academic planning is rightly within the purview of academic departments ... Continue reading
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Provostial Guidance on the Use of Digital Learning Resources
Following a discussion at Senate in the Fall, the Centre for Pedagogical Innovation and the Office of the Provost & Vice-President, Academic have developed guidance for faculty members and instructors on the use of digital learning resources in their courses. This topic has become especially important as we continue to operate primarily online through the ... Continue reading
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Nominations for PACHRED membership open
The President’s Advisory Committee for Human Rights, Equity and Decolonization (PACHRED) Nominations Committee is seeking nominees for membership. Nominations will be accepted until Thursday, April 8 at 11:59 p.m. Interested Brock University students, faculty and staff can find details about the application process and committee requirements here. PACHRED serves to share information across campus, and ... Continue reading
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Provost’s report to the 688th meeting of Senate
It is customary for the the Provost & Vice-President, Academic to provide a report to each meeting of Senate outlining plans, priorities, issues and other news. As these reports are already public through the University Secretariat Office, they will also be shared regularly through this memorandum page. Note that appendices to the report can be ... Continue reading
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Survey launched as part of brand renewal project
In December, Brock launched a comprehensive review of its brand position in the Ontario university landscape. The project is being led by a steering committee, which is working in close collaboration with an external partner. The steering committee is chaired by the Provost and the Associate Vice-President, Advancement and External Relations and includes stakeholders from ... Continue reading