5.4.1 Criteria for Tenure

Tenure is granted to those who through their performance “emphasize excellence in teaching.” (USG BOR Policy Manual 8.3.7) Candidates eligible for tenure must have an “earned doctorate or terminal degree” to be considered.  To earn tenure, candidates must provide evidence of noteworthy achievements in teaching, which must include discussion of efforts to promote student success. Candidates must also provide evidence of noteworthy achievements in either of the other two categories, service or professional growth and development. In the category not chosen for noteworthy achievement, candidates must meet expectations.