After receiving recommendations from Unit Committees, they may meet with those Committees to discuss their recommendations. Chairs of Unit Committees may participate in discussion. They may vote as a member of the Committee, except in cases involving tenure, where a separate recommendation from the Chair is required. Unit Committee Review Unit Committees should strive to complete their reviews by November 1st. In cases involving tenure, the Chair will prepare her or his separate recommendation to the cognizant dean.
Unsigned copies are to be given to the candidate.
The candidate has seven calendar days from the receipt of the above material to review that material and to submit a response. By withdrawing, a candidate does not waive her or his right to grieve recommendations made prior to the withdrawal. If the candidate has requested reconsideration, the Unit Committee will reconvene as soon as is feasible and, after reviewing all newly submitted material, either confirm or revise its original recommendation. If there is a Chair's recommendation, the Chair will also confirm or revise her or his recommendation as appropriate. By withdrawing, a candidate does not waive her or his right to grieve recommendations made prior to the withdrawal.