Section 8-B1462. TENURE: CRITERIA FOR AWARD

 

1462.1The general criteria set forth in this section shall be applied to each tenure decision in light of the missions and goals of the University and the specific qualities and competencies of the individual faculty member under consideration for tenure.

 

1462.2The award of University tenure shall be based on the following:

 

(a)Consistent highly favorable evaluations over a sustained period;

 

(b)Length and quality of service to the University; and

 

(c)The recommendations of the faculty of the department or other academic unit.

 

1462.3Recognition of the University's manifold responsibilities shall not diminish the central importance of teaching and scholarly activity, understood in their broadest sense, in the decision to recommend a faculty member for tenure.

 

1462.4Academic excellence shall be the major criteria for the granting of tenure to any University faculty member. Each candidate for tenure shall be judged on the basis of his or her academic and professional merit in relation to all alternative candidates.

 

1462.5The following specific criteria are relevant to decisions governing the awarding of tenure:

 

(a)Teaching effectiveness, including accessibility to students and responsiveness to students;

 

(b)Evidence of scholarship and continuing professional growth and development;

 

(c)Service to the University and professionally related public service to the community;

 

(d)Professional degrees, awards, and achievements;

 

(e)Membership and leadership in professional organizations;

 

(f)Staffing needs of the University;

 

(g)Continuing advisory service to students; and

 

(h)Student evaluations.

 

1462.6The standards and criteria set forth in this chapter with respect to appointment, evaluation, and promotion shall be applicable to the award of University tenure.