Sole authorship is probably not the goal and in fact, may disadvantage a person given the realities that most research is collaborative. Criteria That Probably Should Exist. As we grow in doctoral studies, we need to consider the skills candidates bring to this pursuit. It seems important that faculty member demonstrate the skills to plan and implement the type of research studies that they will be asking of doctoral students. Having published research studies in peer-reviewed journals seems to be an important expectation of faculty who will be doctoral mentors.
Credit also needs to be given for guiding successful dissertations.
This guidance should count as both teaching and scholarship. The joy of serving on CRC is discovering the many strengths of our faculty. The thoughts offered here should not in any way be inferred as criticism of the past, but rather as guidance for the future. Please also remember that the membership of the CRC changes annually. Our only stability for the college review is the document that outlines the criteria each new committee should consider.