Educator and Provost

Dr. Sal Ferreras has been the Provost and Vice President Academic at Kwantlen Polytechnic University since September 2013. His work currently encompasses a range of activities aimed at advocating for innovation and integration within the BC Post Secondary sector.

As a member the BCAIU (BC Association of Institutes and Universities) and current Chair of SAAF (the Senior Academic Administrators Forum of BC), he maintains open channels of communication and partnership between the higher education sector, diverse government ministries overseeing education, training, and research at the provincial and federal level.

His academic work also includes the nurturing of a strong connection with the BC College of Admissions and Transfer (BCCAT), BC Campus, the BC Applied Research and Innovation Network (BCARIN) and the newly formed BC Teaching and Learning Council.

Dr. Ferreras’ curriculum vitae highlights include:

  • Publications
  • Associations
  • Course Development
  • Vancouver Community College
  • Simon Fraser University
  • University of British Columbia
  • Other Teaching Experience
  • Workshops & Masterclasses

Publications

Sal Ferreras Thesis cover page

Doctoral Thesis
Solo Drumming in the Puerto Rican Bomba: An analysis of musical processes and improvisational strategies
[PDF 7.5mb Google Doc]

 

Sal Ferreras, 2007 publication, Who are the people in your neighbourhood

Who Are The People In Your Neighbourhood?
A keynote address presented by Dr. Salvador Ferreras to the Northwest Chapter of the College Music Society at Boise State University on February 17, 2007
[PDF 170k Google Doc]

 

Raices - Sal Ferreras - 2004

Raices
A paper presented at the Society for Ethnomusicology annual conference in Tucson, Arizona, November 5, 2004
[PDF 186k Google Doc]


Associations

Principal Teaching Areas

Simon Fraser University (2004 – 2010)

Sessional Instructor, World Music: An intensive survey of contemporary and traditional musical styles and techniques. This popular course is open to all undergraduates and aims to familiarize students with real music making around the globe as portrayed by writers, performing artists, commentators and social critics.

University of British Columbia (1997 – 2006)

Sessional instructor, principal percussion instructor for undergraduate and graduate students; taught percussion pedagogy and directed the percussion ensemble.

Vancouver Community College (1991 – 2006)

World Music Coordinator:

  • World Music survey courses examining selected world regions with an emphasis on popular music expressions, sociopolitical realities, representation and improvisation.
  • Rhythm Studies– Basic and advanced course aimed at the development of multiple rhythm techniques for sight reading, analysis, rhythm in contemporary music composition, Cuban and African rhythmic concepts and basic Classical South Indian Solkattu exercises.
  • Career Opportunities-a course designed to help the aspiring student navigate the difficult waters of the music business, recording, touring, and management.
  • Musical Director – Vancouver Community College Latin Jazz Ensemble
Vancouver Community College Latin Percussion Ensemble

Summary of Teaching Experience

  • Vancouver Community College – Regular Instructor 1991-2006
  • University of British Columbia – Sessional Instructor 1997-2006
  • Simon Fraser University – Sessional Instructor 1997-2010
  • University of Victoria – Sessional Instructor 1980-2000
  • Douglas College – Sessional Instructor 1985-1987
  • University of Windsor – Sessional Instructor 1978-1980
  • Mount Allison University – Summer Instructor 1978-1981

Workshops & Masterclasses at:

  • University of Toronto
  • York University
  • University of Western Ontario
  • Dalhousie University
  • University of Missouri, Kansas City
  • Sun Yat Sen Performing Arts Centre-Taipei
  • Memorial University St. John’s Newfoundland
  • University of Guelph
  • Western University
  • Capilano University