In virtually every university and college, professors already undergo routine reviews. In the University of Texas system, reviews are required every year. These routine reviews serve to guide and support the professional development of the faculty. These very serious proceedings are guarded by due process rights that assure that such terminations are only for good cause. Generalized, routine professional reviews should be kept separate from the individualized disciplinary procedures .
Academic tenure protects such inquiries.
We urge you, as a member of the Texas legislature, to protect academic tenure.