Since decisions about tenure have long term implications, candidates' accomplishments are judged rigorously. Candidates must demonstrate promise for future productivity. For promotion to Professor , scholarly or creative achievements must go well beyond those for the tenure recommendation, have reached a high level of professional maturity, and show evidence of continued activity. Activities in this area include service to the department, college, university, profession or discipline and professionally related service to the community. Candidates for promotion are expected to function as academic citizens, providing high quality service to the institution.
Service also includes participation and leadership in professional associations.
The appropriateness of the individual's service activities depends upon the candidate's discipline, skills, aptitudes, and interests. For promotion to Associate Professor , candidates must establish a record of effective service. Junior faculty are expected to be visible participating members of the college and university. Service to the community and profession complement and invigorate university service. For promotion to Professor , candidates must display leadership and breadth in university service.