Expectations for
Appointment, Reappointment, Promotion,
and Tenure
Area of Communication
Department of Performing and Fine Arts
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AREA OF Communication
SUGGESTED EXPECTATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT, REAPPOINTMENT,
PROMOTION, AND TENURE
The below expectations are guidelines in combination with FSU Tenure Policies Section
V (A) and the UNC Code, Section 604 B. In addition to the FSU Guidelines for Tenure
and Promotion and the Faculty Handbook, the Area of Communication, in the
Department of Performing and Fine Arts, suggested expectations are:
A. TEACHING:
1. Clearly developed course objectives and requirements, instructional materials,
grading procedures and evaluation materials. Integrating technology when
possible.
2. Active role in departmental discussions regarding curriculum and program
development and achievement of program goals.
3. The creation of new courses and the revision of old courses to meet the evolving
needs of the program.
4. Willingness to teach courses that are in the best interest of students and the
program.
5. The adoption of behaviors and habits in the classroom that model the values of
ethical leadership.
6. Developing and practicing assessment of student performance that is consistent
with the area’s goals.
7. Documentation of teaching effectiveness using instruments and procedures
approved by the area. (Peer Review, Student Evaluations, Student Exhibitions and
Competitions, etc.)
8. Continued professional development in teaching (attending workshops,
professional meetings, and participation in faculty development activities).
B. SCHOLARSHIP/CREATIVE ACTIVITY:
Scholarship is the dissemination of created knowledge (“research or creative work”) for
the advancement of human understanding. Research and creative works must be of high
quality, consistent in their application of ethical practices, work toward the creation of a
body of knowledge, and should be recognized regionally and nationally among one’s
peers in the field(s) inside and outside of the University.
Criteria include, but are not limited to the following:
1. A productive record of research activity, which reveals significant and developing
achievements in the field(s) of specialization.
2. Research-based books published by non-vanity presses.
3. Publications in the form of refereed articles in journals, which are recognized as
scholarly in content.
4. Non-refereed scholarly publications (book reviews, professional opinion pieces,
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resource-based websites).
Refereed scholarly papers presented at professional meetings.
Non-refereed scholarly papers presented at professional meetings.
The creation and exhibition/dissemination of creative works (CD/DVDs,
theatrical performances, technical productions, etc).
Apply for and securing grants.
Research/Creative Honors and awards.
C. SERVICE: Service to the department, college, university, local community, and
disciplinary field.
Criteria include, but are not limited to the following:
1. Committee membership including consistent involvement/attendance.
2. Assuming leadership roles for the university (Chair of a committee, Area Coordinator,
Chair of the Department, Faculty Senate member, Honors Faculty member).
3. Advising a student organization.
4. Advising student majors for one’s Area.
5. Assisting local schools through presentations or exhibitions.
6. Committee work (or other leadership roles) for regional, state, and national
associations.
7. Editorships for scholarly organizations (journals, websites, publishing houses, etc).
8. Performances and/or exhibitions to the university and local communities.
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FOR APPOINTMENT/REAPPOINTMENT AS ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
In addition to the FSU Guidelines for Tenure and Promotion and the Faculty Handbook,
the Area of Communication, in the Department of Performing and Fine Art, requires the
following expectations:
A. TEACHING:
1. Evidence of ability to organize course materials, content and presentations in
order to accomplish teaching effectiveness.
2. Willingness to take an active role in departmental discussions regarding
curriculum and program development.
3. Evidence of potential to maintain a level of student performance consistent with
departmental and/or degree program standards
4. Evidence of ability to develop strong teaching skills.
5. Evidence of excellence in advising.
B. SCHOLARSHIP/CREATIVE ACTIVITY:
1. Evidence of a developing ability in research or other relevant creative activity.
2. Evidence of a consistent pattern of behavior that will lead to scholarly
success.
C. SERVICE:
1. Evidence of the ability and willingness to serve the department, college,
university, local community, and disciplinary field.
2. Willingness to take an active role in student advising including students’
course work, program choices and career planning.
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APPOINTMENT/PROMOTION
TO ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
A. TEACHING:
The teaching criteria for promotion or appointment to Associate Professor are the
same as permanent tenure. In addition, faculty Promotion to Associate Professor must
have evidence of consistent teaching effectiveness and demonstrated leadership in the
area of teaching.
Additional criteria include, but are not limited to, the
following:
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Evidence of consistent course improvements and
curriculum development
2.
Leadership efforts in curriculum and program
Development that benefit students and the
evolution of the program.
3.
Leadership efforts in teaching effectiveness, (i.e., instructional tools, workshops,
and presentations).
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Sustained commitment to faculty development
5. Consistent evidence of teaching effectiveness (student narratives, anonymous or nonanonymous feedback, student evaluations).
B. SCHOLARSHIP: (Research and/or Creative Activity)
The scholarship criteria for promotion or appointment to
Associate Professor are the same as those for permanent
tenure. Evidence should be presented of a sustained record
of research and/or creative activities of high quality.
Additional criteria include, but are not limited to, the
following:
1. The publication/dissemination of at least one journal article/book, exhibition of
creative work, or technological product. All must be peer-reviewed.
2. Evidence of a consistent pattern of behavior that will lead to continued scholarly
success.
3. Evidence of disciplinary recognition (either regionally and nationally) by one’s peers.
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C. SERVICE:
The service criteria for promotion or appointment to Associate Professor is the same
as permanent tenure: Evidence should reflect a sustained record of service to
department, college/university and community.
Additional criteria include, but are not limited to, the
following:
1. Evidence of a willingness to take on leadership positions/roles.
2. Willingness to promote the university in the community through services
opportunities.
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PROMOTION / APPOINTMENT
TO PROFESSOR
In addition to the FSU Guidelines for Tenure and Promotion and the Faculty Handbook,
the Area of Communication, in the Department of Performing and Fine Art, suggested
expectations are the following:
A. TEACHING:
The teaching criteria for promotion or appointment to Professor are the same as
Associate Professor.
Additional criteria include, but are not limited to the following:
1.
An excellent record of teaching has been established
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Sustained and effective leadership in curriculum and program development.
3.
Sustained results from leadership in teaching effectiveness
4.
Sustained faculty development to enhance teaching
B. SCHOLARSHIP: (Research and /or Creative Activity)
The scholarship criteria for promotion or appointment to Professor are the same as
Associate Professor.
Additional criteria include, but are not limited to the following:
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A record of high quality in scholarship/creative activates has been established
The candidate’s scholarship record (research/creative activity) reveals
evidence of an established scholarly agenda and achievement in the area(s)
of specialization.
Receives honors, awards, citations, critical reviews, and other forms of
recognition both inside and outside of the university.
C. SERVICE:
The service criteria for promotion or appointment to Professor are the same as
Associate professor:
Additional criteria may include but are not limited to the following:
1.
Continued evidence of relevant and effective service
2.
Sustained effective leadership in various service areas.
3.
Sustained and effective leadership to department, college, university, local
community, and disciplinary field.
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DEFINITIONS
SCHOLARSHIP: (RESEARCH AND/OR CREATIVE ACTIVITY)
Research: 1) serious inquiry or examination resulting in the discovery and interpretation
of knowledge, revision of accepted theories in the light of new knowledge, or practical
application of such new or revised theories; 2) Research productivity is typically
measured by the publication of articles in archival journals, conference proceedings,
books, invited lectures, patents, original software, individual and block grants, research
awards and honors.
Creative activity: 1) the act of bringing into existence, as in the production of
performance and design, 2) dissemination of the results of such creative activity through
a developing record of production and exhibition.
Service: Formal and informal professional assignments or activities on behalf of the
Department, College, University, community, and disciplinary field.
Expectations regarding quality of service contributions increase as a faculty member’s
career progresses. The minimum required for permanent tenure and promotion depends
upon rank.
Service contributions include, but are not limited to, the following:
A.
Departmental: Department committee participation, or area coordinator
(undergraduate, graduate), student advising, special assignments from
the chair or area coordinator.
B.
College/University: Participation in committees and assignments at the
college and university level.
C.
Professional: Participation in activities relevant to the faculty member’s
area(s) of expertise. Activities include, but are not limited to participation in
professional organizations, paper or article reviewer, etc.
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Community: Service may include participation in regional, national, or
international community activities directly related to the faculty member’s
profession, such as lectures and presentations, and professional advice to nonprofit agencies. Community involvement may serve as additional evidence of
service but does not replace involvement at the Departmental,
College/University or professional level.
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Area of Communication, Department of Performing and Fine Arts, expectations for RPT
approved by:
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Harmon Watson, Chair
Department of Performing and Fine Arts
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Date
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David Barlow, Dean
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College of Arts and Sciences
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John Mattox, Chair
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Faculty Senate
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Jon Young, Provost
Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
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Date
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James Anderson, Chancellor
Fayetteville State University
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Date
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