The Teaching Stream Faculty (formerly Lecturers') Committee advises the FAUW Board on matters pertaining to the working conditions of teaching stream faculty.
Teaching stream faculty fill diverse roles within the University that are distinct from those of professorial-rank faculty and thus have distinct needs. The committee, which has representation from all faculties, is particularly concerned with the career paths of teaching stream faculty, including terms and conditions of employment, teaching loads, and progression.
Inquiries may be directed to Peter Wood, committee chair.
Long-term goals
The committee has established six long-term goals for teaching-intensive faculty at the University of Waterloo:
- Goal 1: A fair and manageable workload that does not lead to burnout.
- Goal 2: A clear, equitable, and consistent career progression pathway.
- Goal 3: Salary equity and fair evaluation.
- Goal 4: The opportunity to engage in professional development and scholarship.
- Goal 5: Appropriate voice and representation in University governance.
- Goal 6: A strong sense of connection and community.
Committee membership
| Name | Faculty |
|---|---|
| Peter Wood, Chair | Math |
|
Kelly Anthony |
Health |
|
Kamyar Ghavam |
Engineering |
|
Dara Gilbert |
Science |
|
George Lamont |
Arts |
|
Blake Madill |
Math |
|
Pendar Mahmoudi |
Engineering |
|
Nasser Abukhdeir |
Engineering |
|
Erin O'Connell |
Environment |
|
Troy Vasiga |
Math |
|
Chris Vigna |
Health |
|
Stephanie Villers |
Arts |
Interesting in joining?
Serving on the Teaching Stream Faculty Committee involves attending monthly meetings from September through June, contributing to one or more committee projects, and providing feedback on issues and initiatives in meetings and via email as they arise.
Members typically join for a renewable two-year term. Calls for new members are posted each spring. You must be a voting member of FAUW to join the committee.