Public Associate Dean – Academic Chair Survey Results

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Last Updated on Friday, 14 December 2018 17:00

When the academic chair positions were introduced, SPFA identified and circulated expected positive outcomes resulting from the introduction of this new level of management and SPFA encouraged faculty to apply for the academic chair positions. We are pleased to note that most academic chair positions have been filled by faculty. It has been over two years since the introduction of these positions and perhaps three years since the introduction of associate dean positions. As in the case of academic chair positions, most associate dean positions have been filled by faculty. Again, we are pleased to note this trend.

Given that faculty and students have a vested interest in the success and effectiveness of these positions, SPFA conducted a brief survey of faculty to determine the impact of these new positions.

While the survey was simplistic, the results do identify both positive and negative reactions to the implementation of these positions. The majority of the responses are negative in terms of the value and functioning of the academic chair and associate dean positions.  While this is not encouraging, the survey may provide a basis for required improvement.  The value of the survey is not in criticizing; the value is in identifying current perceptions and performance and finding a way forward.  We hope that this survey will start a conversation and processes that will lead to a higher functioning Saskatchewan Polytechnic.  We hope to be engaging management in relevant conversations in the immediate future.

A brief synopsis does not do justice to any survey. Readers are encouraged to see all responses as reported through the 31-page document posted to our website. You must log in to see the plotted survey results. The 242 comments received (27 pages) can be viewed by contacting the SPFA office or your campus VP.  These comments have been edited to remove all information that would identify the authors. Regardless of that precaution, we will not be making this document public. 

530 faculty responded to survey questions. This level of response assures that the survey accurately reflects the opinions of faculty.  

Protected  "Survey Results" (Members must log on to view the survey results).

Lunch and Learn - IG Wealth Management

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 20 November 2018 09:54

The SPFA is sponsoring a lunch and learn on Financial Literacy Factors presented by Thomas Martin of IG Wealth Management. 

Saskatoon
November 6, 2018
Room 128
12:00 - 1:00 pm

Prince Albert
November 8, 2018
Room 236 (Academic Building)
12:00 - 1:00 pm

Regina
November 14, 2018
Room 155
12:00 - 1:00 pm

Moose Jaw
November 20, 2018
Macoun Lounge
12:00 - 1:00 pm

Click to view the brochure for the session.

Click to view the presentation slides.

2018 AGM Information

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 30 October 2018 15:43

Please be advised that the SPFA 2018 AGM is scheduled for Thursday, November 8, 2018 between 3:30 – 5:30 pm.

The AGM will originate from the Saskatoon Campus – Lecture Theatre 104. 

The AGM locations at the other three campus’ will be:

• Moose Jaw Campus – Rm 2.213.04
• Prince Albert Campus – Rm 207
• Regina, Lecture Theatre 100 (Parkway Campus)

The following timeline will guide the preparations for the AGM:

• Sept. 27, 2018 - Notification of AGM (Article VII, Section 1)
• Oct. 5, 2017 - Open Nominations – President, VP Moose Jaw, and VP Saskatoon terms end this year (Article V, Section 3).
• Oct. 11, 2018 – Constitutional Amendments received (Article X, Section 3)
• Oct. 19, 2018 – Nominations Close (Article V, Section 5)
• Oct. 25, 2018 – Constitutional Amendments circulated (Article X, Section 3), Resolutions received (Article VII, Section 3 and 4)
• Oct. 26, 2018 – Nominations Circulated (Article V, Section 5)
• Nov. 8, 2018 – AGM

Note that when the election for President and VP’s occur it may be by E-ballot.  Reminders / additional details concerning the above timeline and election information will be distributed as soon as they become available. 

Greg Gardiner

Secretary Treasurer

SPFA Education Awards for member’s dependent family

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Last Updated on Thursday, 07 June 2018 10:17

The SPFA is once again pleased to offer education awards to support post-secondary studies of faculty family members. The Education Awards Committee is working with SaskPolytech’s Donor and Alumni Relations (DAR) office again this year to assist with the application and award distribution process.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Faculty Association Awards are $1000 each and are awarded to faculty family members (as per the benefits package definition) who are enrolled for fall 2018 in a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution. Applicants from last year who did not receive an award, but are still in post-secondary studies, are encouraged to apply again. Previous recipients of SPFA awards are ineligible.

Download application process information

Lunch and Learn - April & May 2018

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Last Updated on Monday, 28 May 2018 11:06

Sessions are scheduled as follows:

 These will be the last sessions for this academic year. Watch for new session topics in the fall.  Let us know if you have a topic that you would be interested in seeing.

Click the topic title to view the session brochure.

Lunch & Learns have proven popular and presenters have provided their presentations and/or additional information. Click on the link(s) below to download a copy of a document. Thank you to all Lunch and Learn presenters:

Where There's a Will, There's a Way:
- PDF of the presentation
- Financial Organizer workbook

Travel Saskatchewan:
- PDF of the presentation