Variance Panel

In April 2008, following a period of consultation undertaken by its members, Education Council, in accordance with College and Institute Act 23(1)h, University Act 35.2 (6)h and Policy B.1, approved the academic schedule for 2009/2010 that accommodates a 10-day break to coincide with the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Therefore classes will not be in session during this break, except as noted below.

As part of this approval, Education Council resolved to establish a panel to review requests for variance from this schedule so specific programs that have legitimate academic reasons (e.g. practice placement or apprenticeship requirements) can apply to continue instruction during the period in question.

The Extended Reading Break Variance Review Panel will, on behalf of Senate, review applications for variance from the 2009/2010 academic schedule established for the period approved by Education Council in April 2008.

It will review requests on the basis of academic merit.

Requests for variance are to be made in writing through the University Secretariat (Karen Metzger, local 2475) and will include:

• The specifics of the variance such as exact dates and reasons why variance is required
• Signatures of the program chair/coordinator & administrator supporting the request.
• The requestor may be asked to attend the panel meeting to present her case.