We note that the proposed program will enhance consistency and accountability across the University and visibility outside of the University. Once this proposal is approved by the Board of Trustees, we recommend that the Faculty Senate be represented on the committee charged with incorporating the new policy into the Faculty Handbook. All full-time, tenured faculty. Every six years. The exact schedule and rotation will be determined by the department.
Eligibility begins to accrue with the first tenure-track appointment.
Each department should incorporate into their bylaws procedures for deciding on the acceptability of these proposals. Scheduling of individual leaves will rest with the department in coordination with the College. Academic departments should arrange a rotation of courses and administrative assignments that allow faculty to participate in the program with minimal disruption of departmental offerings and functions. Faculty participating in the program are to be paid their salaries and benefits as usual. Faculty participating in the program are expected to make arrangements for graduate student advising responsibilities before leaving campus.