Guidelines for Reappointment, Promotion, Tenure and Post-Tenure
Department of Performing and Fine Arts, Area of Theatre
In addition to the FSU Tenure Policies (Section V-A) and the UNC Code (Section 604
B), the annual faculty evaluation process and recommendations for reappointment,
promotion, tenure and post-tenure review are based on evidence of accomplishments and
achievements by the faculty member. The guidelines outlined below will be used in
evaluating evidence of faculty accomplishments and achievements. Achieving minimum
requirements does not guarantee favorable recommendations regarding tenure as
indicated by the following statement from the FSU policy on tenure and promotion
(V.A.):
The decision whether to reappoint a faculty member when a probationary (tenure-track)
term appointment expires may be based on any factor considered relevant to the total
institutional interests, but it must consider the faculty member's demonstrated
professional competence, potential for future contributions, and institutional needs and
resources. These considerations may form, in whole or in part, the basis of the ultimate
decision, except that a decision not to reappoint may not be based upon (1) the faculty
member's exercise of rights guaranteed by either the First Amendment to the United
States Constitution or Article I of the North Carolina Constitution; (2) discrimination
based upon the faculty member's race, color, creed, gender, religion, age, national origin,
disability as defined by law, or veteran status or other forms of discrimination prohibited
under policies adopted by the Fayetteville State Board of Trustees, or (3) personal malice.
Reappointment at the Rank of Assistant Professor
Candidate will present a portfolio (electronic or hard copy) that shows evidence of their
commitment to three categories: teaching, scholarship/creative activities, and service.
Annual Peer and Chair Assessment matrixes show evidence of “meeting expectations” in
all three categories. For any areas assessed as “needs improvement,” those areas should
be focused on the following academic year and reflect the assessment of “meets
expectations.” Repeated assessments of “not applicable” in a category will need
justification in the portfolio for relevance. Candidates must have an average Teaching
Performance rating of 3.75 or higher. A candidate can not be tenured at the rank of
Assistant Professor.
*At a minimum, the portfolio of a candidate in their (2nd year contract) first and second
year as Assistant Professor should reflect a strong commitment to being or becoming an
effective teacher and a commitment to maintain a level of student performance consistent
with the university and the area’s degree standards. By the 3rd year reappointment, the
candidate’s portfolio should show evidence and promise of achieving a level of
distinction that will eventually lead to promotion at the rank of Associate Professor. (See
Promotion to Associate Professor)
1. TEACHING SUMMARY:
Annual Peer and Chair Assessment show evidence of “meets expectations” in all areas of
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teaching. Any areas rated as “needs improvement” is corrected the following academic
year to reflect “meets expectations.” Candidate presents a portfolio (electronic or hard
copy) that gives evidence of a commitment to and effectiveness in teaching.
1. Evidence of strong and effective teaching skills.
2. Maintains a level of student performance consistent with the areas’ degree
standards.
3. Clearly developed syllabi showing course objectives and requirements,
instructional materials, grading procedures and evaluation rubrics. Integrating
technology when possible.
4. Willingness to take an active role and participate in department regarding
curriculum and program development and achievement of program goals.
5. Evidence of developing and practicing assessment of student performance that is
consistent with the area’s goals.
6. Documentation of teaching effectiveness using instruments and procedures
approved by the area. (Peer Review, Student Evaluations, Student Exhibitions and
Competitions, etc.)
7. Evidence of continued professional development in teaching (attending
workshops, professional meetings, participation in faculty development activities,
and university teaching initiatives).
EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC TYPES OF EVIDENCE IN TEACHING:
1.1 Currency of Course Content:
1.1.1 Kinds of evidence include updated bibliographies, updated course
textbook and recent research applied to course content
1.1.2 Integrating technology in the classroom
1.2 Instructional Design, Deliver and Improvement:
1.2.1 Evidence of ability to organize course materials, content and
presentations in order to accomplish teaching effectiveness
1.2.2 Clearly developed course objectives and requirements, grading procedures
and evaluation materials.
1.2.3 Developing instructional materials, etc.
1.2.4 Developing, revising, reviewing or re-designing courses
1.2.5 Revising curriculum
1.2.6 Enhancing the organization of material so that it can be more easily
accessed and understood
1.3 Course Management:
1.3.1 Students Evaluations indicate attending class on time, submitting student
work and exams back in a timely manner; see SIS for others.
1.4 Faculty Pedagogical Development/Collaboration:
1.4.1 Attend pedagogical workshops and professional meetings
1.4.2 Evidence of development activities to improve teaching
1.4.3 Participates in learning communities
1.4.4 Participates and/or applies university initiatives to improve teaching
(example: CLA, Writing Across the Curriculum, etc.)
1.5 Contributions to Learning and Learning Outcomes:
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1.5.1
Willingness to take an active role in departmental discussions regarding
curriculum and program development
1.5.2 Developing instructional technology, innovative pedagogies, instructional
material
1.5.3 Leadership in learning communities
1.5.4 Rosenthal Gallery Director and/or contributions to the gallery
exhibitions/presentations
1.6 Student Advising:
1.6.1 Documented meetings with students during regular office hours
1.6.2 Documented advising during pre-registration, student graduation audit,
etc.
1.6.3 Actively serves as a student organization advisor
1.6.4 Works in collaboration with (University College)
1.6.5 Mentoring students
1.7 Improvements Made Based on Student Evaluations and/or Class Visitation:
1.7.1 Refining course content and course delivery based on the regular review
of student evaluations
1.7.2 Refining course content or delivery based on class visitation
1.8 Other (evidence not included above):
1.8.1 Organizes and/or supervises students on scholarly excursions
1.8.2 Coordinates and/or facilitates opportunities for students (competitions,
presentations, community service, publications, grants, etc.).
1.8.3 Directing collaborative with faculty and/or students
1.8.4 Overseeing student-directed creative presentations
2. SCHOLARHSIP/CREATIVE ACTIVITIES SUMMARY:
The candidate’s portfolio shows evidence of research or relevant creative activity. 1 High
quality, original and significant contributions in research or creative activity are more
important than volume. Research and/or creative activities should reflect regional and
national recognition among one’s peers in the field(s) inside and outside the University.2
*At a minimum, the portfolio of a candidate in their 3rd year reappointment shows
evidence of and promise of achieving a level of distinction that will eventually lead to
promotion at the rank of Associate Professor. (See promotion to Associate Professor)
RESEARCH: Criteria include, but are not limited to the following: a productive record of
research activity, which reveals significant and developing achievements in the faculty
member’s field(s) of specialization.
1. Publications in the form of refereed articles in journals, which are recognized as
scholarly in content.
2. Non-refereed scholarly publications.
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Faculty with a PhD in their area of specialty is expected to meet research requirements.
Faculty with a PhD in their area of specialty is expected to meet the research requirements.
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3. Refereed scholarly papers presented at professional meetings.
4. Non-refereed scholarly papers presented at professional meetings.
5. Securing grants.
CREATIVE ACTIVITY: Candidates should be familiar with the definitions on page 12
concerning creative activities. Achievement in the area of creative activity must be of
high quality and should reflect recognition among one’s peers. 3 Portfolio should indicate
consistent creative efforts in the creation of new works and/or interpretation of
established works. Creative activity criteria include, but are not limited to the following:
1. A portfolio that reveals significant and developing achievements in the field(s) of
specialization.
2. Participation in productions and activities. (See definitions on pages 5 and 6)of
this document)
a. Solo
1. Invited
2. Juried
b. Group
1. Invited
2. Juried
3. Open
3. Commissions/freelance activities
4. Collections & Acquisitions
5. Theatre and theatre organization affiliations
6. Securing grants
7. Honors & awards
EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC TYPES OF EVIDENCE IN SCHOLARSHIP OR
CREATIVITY:
2.1
2.2
2.3
Currency and Professional Development:
2.1.1 Attending faculty development workshops or seminars
2.1.2 Attending conferences related to specialty
Contributions to the Practice:
2.2.2 Paid juror for competitions
2.2.3 Presenter or Co-Presenter at a regional, national, or international
conference
Discipline Based (Basic/Applied) Research/Creative:
Studio Based
2.3.1 Creative works in process for a performance, exhibition, showcase, commission,
publications, etc.)
2.3.2 Direct workshops, symposia, seminars, and colloquia
2.3.3 Participating in a peer reviewed, regional or national juried production
(invited solo artist, invited group by a noted theatre or organization)
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Faculty with an MFA or MA is expected to meet the requirements of creative activity.
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2.3.4
2.3.5
2.3.6
2.3.7
2.3.8
2.3.9
2.3.
2.3.
2.3.
2.3
2.3
2.3
2.3
Recognitions in artistic competitions (local, regional, or national)
Commission(s)
Representation by a noted theatre or agent
Acquisition(s) by noted theatre or theatrical organization
Productions of original creative works
Review of faculty work by a reputable newspaper, magazine, book or
periodical and online publications of high quality
Research Based
Monographs, in-house publications, and published proceedings
Articles in non-refereed journals
Referred journals, book review and book articles, chapter(s) in book
Paper presentation and scholarly speeches
Published case studies
Write student/course manuals
Direct workshops, symposia, seminars, and colloquia
2.4
Pedagogical Research/Creative:
2.4.1 Attending faculty development workshops or seminars on pedagogy
2.4.2 Attending conferences related to pedagogy
2.5
Grant Writing:
2.5.1 Grant Proposals submitted relating to specialty, but not funded
2.5.2 Grant Proposals submitted relating to specialty and funded
Other:
2.6
3. SERVICE:
Faculty service includes the following categories: service to the institution (area, college,
and university), service to the scholarly profession, and service to the community. 4
Service to the faculty member’s department and to the institution is expected. Service in
exceptional leadership is encouraged and may be an extension of scholarship.
1. Evidence of the ability and willingness to serve the department,
college/university, and/or community.
2. Willingness to take an active role in student advising including students’
course work, program choices and career planning.
EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC TYPES OF EVIDENCE IN SERVICE:
3.1 Department Service:
3.1.1 Serve as Area Coordinator
3.1.2 Serve as Director of a program
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Community Service does not supersede department, college/university service.
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3.1.3
Direct special project and/or perform special services within the
department
3.1.4 Serve on the Faculty Senate
3.1.5 Conduct workshops within the department
3.1.6 Recruiting activities
3.1.7 Serve on department committees (Chair, member)
3.1.8 Active role in student advising (when not counted in teaching advising
category)
3.1.9 Mentoring new faculty
3.2 School/College Service:
3.2.1 Serve on college committees (Chair, member)
3.2.2 Participate in college initiatives (separate from regular duties)
3.2.3
3.3 University Service:
3.3.1 Serve on university committees (Chair, member)
3.3.2 Participate in college initiatives (CLA, Writing Across the Curriculum,
Chancellor’s Reading Circle, Bronco Men, etc.)
3.3.3 Serve on the Faculty Assembly
3.3.4 Serve on university ad-hoc committees
3.3.5 Serve on Faculty Senate committees (Chair, member)
3.4 Community and State Service:
3.4.1 Serve on Boards and community committees
3.4.2 Serve on city committees
3.4.3 Present lectures to agencies
3.4.4 Service to the public schools
3.4.5
3.5 Service to the Profession:
3.5.1 Serve as a juror for productions or competitions
3.5.2 Serve as a paid coordinator of productions or competitions for agencies in
the community
3.6 Other:
APPOINTMENT/PROMOTION TO ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Candidate will present a portfolio (electronic or hard copy) that shows evidence of their
commitment to three categories: teaching, scholarship/creative activities, and service.
Annual Peer and Chair Assessment matrixes show evidence of “meeting expectations” in
all three categories. For any areas assessed as “needs improvement,” those areas should
be focused on the following academic year and reflect the assessment of “meets
expectations.” Repeated assessments of “not applicable” in a category will need
justification in the portfolio for relevance. Candidates must have an average Teaching
Performance rating of 4.00 or higher at the rank of Assistant Professor.
In addition to the FSU Guidelines for Tenure and Promotion and the Faculty Handbook,
the criteria for appointment or promotion to the rank of Associate Professor is the same
as Assistant Professor (Refer to pages ____). In addition, the candidate gives the
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following evidence in each category below.
A. TEACHING:
In addition to the criteria for promotion to the rank of Assistant Professor, a candidate
being hired as an Associate Professor or being promoted to the rank of 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:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Evidence of consistent course improvements and curriculum development
Evidence of leadership in curriculum and program development
Evidence of leadership efforts in teaching effectiveness, (i.e., instructional tools,
workshops, and presentations).
Sustained commitment to faculty development
B. SCHOLARSHIP: (Research and/or Creative Activity)
In addition to the criteria for promotion to the rank of Assistant Professor, a candidate
being hired as an Associate Professor or being promoted to the rank of Associate
Professor should present evidence of a sustained record of research and/or creative
activities of high quality for theatre artists, designers and research.
*For the Research Faculty:
Candidate may have a mixture of research based activities (see page ___) and one article
in a referred journal.
*For the Production faculty:
The portfolio should reflect an equivalency of one referred journal. In the studio arts, an
equivalency to a referred journal for a studio artist or designer is a combination of the
following:
(1) Participating in a peer reviewed, regional or national curated production (s), (invited
solo artist, invited group exhibit by a noted theatre)
(2) Awards from a regional or national peer reviewed competition
(3) Commission(s) having peer reviewed status
C. SERVICE:
The service criteria for appointment or promotion to the rank o f Associate Professor
are the same as Assistant Professor (See page 4, C.) Evidence should reflect a
sustained record of service to department, college/university and community.
APPOINTMENT/ PROMOTION TO PROFESSOR
Candidate will present a portfolio (electronic or hard copy) that shows evidence of their
commitment to three categories: teaching, scholarship/creative activities, and service.
Annual Peer and Chair Assessment matrixes show evidence of “meeting expectations” in
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all three categories while at the rank of Associate Professor. For any areas assessed as
“needs improvement,” those areas should be focused on the following academic year and
reflect the assessment of “meets expectations.” Repeated assessments of “not applicable”
in a category will need justification in the portfolio for relevance. Candidates must have
an average Teaching Performance rating of 4.00 or higher while at the rank of Associate
Professor.
In addition to the FSU Guidelines for Tenure and Promotion and the Faculty Handbook,
the criteria for appointment or promotion to the rank of Professor is the same as
Associate Professor (Refer to pages ____). A candidate’s scholarly or creative
contributions may be unique, yet recognizable profiles of sustained commitment to
teaching, scholarship and service should be self evident by the portfolio. Appointment or
Promotion to Professor is based on achievement, distinction, and one’s contributions, not
the duration of employment. In addition, the candidate gives the following evidence in
each category below.
The candidate’s portfolio should attest to demonstrable applications of scholarship or
creative activity; achievements that further the mission of the candidate’s department or
area with respect to teaching and research; contributions whose quality is well
documented and will have been judged to by one’s external peers.
A. TEACHING:
The teaching criteria for appointment or promotion to the rank of Professor are the
same as Associate Professor. (See page 5, A) Additional criteria include, but are not
limited to the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
An excellent record of teaching has been established
Sustained and effective leadership in curriculum and program development.
Sustained results from leadership in teaching effectiveness
Sustained faculty development to enhance teaching
B. SCHOLARSHIP: (Research and /or Creative Activity)
The scholarship criteria for promotion or appointment to the rank of Professor are the
same as Associate Professor. (See page 4 and 5, B) The positive reception of the works
will be confirmed by reviews, awards, citations, productions, or other forms of scholarly
or creative recognition. Additional criteria include, but are not limited to the following:
1.
2.
3.
A record of high quality in scholarship/creative activates has been established
The candidate’s scholarship record (research/creative activity) reveals
evidence of achievement in the area(s) of specialization.
Receives honors, awards, citations, critical reviews and other forms of
recognition.
*For the Research Faculty:
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Candidate may have a mixture of research based activities (see page ___) and two
referred journals.
*For the Production faculty:
The portfolio should reflect an equivalency of two referred journals. In theatre arts, an
equivalency to two referred journals for a performer, director, writer, or designer is a
combination of the following:
(1) Participating in a peer reviewed, regional or national adjudicated
production(s),(invited solo artist, invited group production by a noted theater or
organization)
(2) Recognitions from reputable local, regional or national peer reviewed
Competitions
(3) Commission(s) having peer reviewed status
C. SERVICE:
The service criteria for promotion or appointment to Professor are the same as
Associate professor: (See page 5, C) Additional criteria may include but are not
limited to the following:
1.
2.
3.
Continued evidence of relevant and effective service
Sustained effective leadership in various service areas.
Sustained and effective leadership to department, college/university committees
AWARDING OF TENURE
Faculty may apply for tenure during or after their application for promotion to the rank of
Associate Professor. Awarding of tenure is considered a separate personnel action,
therefore candidates applying for a promotion to the rank of Associate Professor and
tenure at the same time; as well as applying for the rank of Professor and tenure at the
same time will prepare two portfolios, being careful not to duplicate teaching,
scholarship/creative activities, or service achievements. Both actions will include the
following shared documents since the last personnel action: Peer and Chair Assessment
Matrixes and student evaluations.
Promotion to Associate Professor and Tenure at the same time:
In addition to the FSU Guidelines for Tenure and Promotion and the Faculty Handbook,
the candidate will present two portfolios: one for promotion and one for the awarding of
tenure. Using the guidelines for promotion to the rank of Associate Professor (page___.),
the candidate will submit a portfolio (electronic or hard copy) that shows a commitment
to teaching, scholarship/creative activities, and service. Annual Peer and Chair
Assessment matrixes, while at the rank of Assistant Professor, must show evidence of
“meeting expectations” in all three categories. Any areas assessed as “needs
improvement,” those areas should be focused on to improve the following academic year;
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the improvement reflected in the rating of “meets expectations.” Repeated assessments of
“not applicable” in a category need justification in the portfolio for relevance.
In addition to the FSU Guidelines for Tenure and Promotion and the Faculty Handbook, a
separate portfolio will be submitted for tenure while applying for the promotion to
Associate Professor using the same criteria for promotion of Associate Professor (see
page__).
Evidence of teaching, scholarship/creative activities, and service is not duplicated in the
portfolios. Both portfolios will include the following shared documents since the last
personnel action: Peer and Chair Assessment Matrixes and student evaluations.
Promotion to Professor and Tenure at the same time:
In addition to the FSU Guidelines for Tenure and Promotion and the Faculty Handbook,
the candidate will present two portfolios: one for promotion and one for the awarding of
tenure. Using the guidelines for promotion to the rank of Professor (page___.), the
candidate will submit a portfolio (electronic or hard copy) that shows a commitment to
teaching, scholarship/creative activities, and service. Annual Peer and Chair Assessment
matrixes, while at the rank of Associate Professor, must show evidence of “meeting
expectations” in all three categories. Any areas assessed as “needs improvement,” those
areas should be focused on to improve the following academic year; the improvement
reflected in the rating of “meets expectations.” Repeated assessments of “not applicable”
in a category need justification in the portfolio for relevance.
In addition to the FSU Guidelines for Tenure and Promotion and the Faculty Handbook, a
separate portfolio will be submitted for tenure while applying for the promotion to
Professor using the same criteria for promotion to Professor (see page__).
Evidence of teaching, scholarship/creative activities, and service is not duplicated in both
portfolios. Both portfolios will include the following shared documents since the last
personnel action: Peer and Chair Assessment Matrixes and student evaluations.
Applying for Tenure without Promotion:
In addition to the FSU Guidelines for Tenure and Promotion and the Faculty Handbook,
faculty may apply for tenure while at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
Evidence of teaching, scholarship/creative activities, and service are from the last
personnel action. The portfolio will also include the Peer and Chair Assessment Matrixes
and student evaluations from the last personnel action. Candidates will apply the same
criteria for tenure as their ranking. Example: applying for tenure while at the rank of
Associate Professor, use the guidelines for promotion to the rank Associate Professor
(pages --); applying for tenure while at the rank of Professor, use the guidelines for
promotion to the rank Professor (pages --).
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POST TENURE REVIEW
Faculty need to be familiar with the Fayetteville State University Post Tenure Review
Policy, Approved Spring 1998. Candidate will present a portfolio (electronic or hard
copy) that shows evidence of their commitment to teaching, scholarship/creative
activities, and service. Annual Peer and Chair Assessment matrixes will be included to
show evidence of “meeting expectations” in all three categories. For any areas assessed
as “needs improvement,” those areas should be focused on the following academic year
and reflect the assessment of “meets expectations.” Repeated assessments of “not
applicable” in a category will need justification in the portfolio for relevance. (SIS)
Student overall evaluations will average the minimum score established by the university
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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) dissemination of such discovery,
interpretation and/or revision through presentations at professional meetings and/or
through scholarly publications.
Creative activity: 1) the act of bringing into existence, as in the production of an
original work or the interpretation of an established work, 2) dissemination of the results
of such creative activity through a developing record of production, design, and/or
performance.
Service: Formal and informal professional assignments or activities on behalf of the
Department, College, University, the profession and the community at large.
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, special
assignments from the chair or area coordinator, student advising, theatre
supervision, FSU Theatre Company advisor, Alpha Psi Omega advisor,
etc.
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, respondent or adjudicator
for a production and/or competition, etc.
D.
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.
Invited Solo Productions:
Invited - An invited solo performance is a performance acquired by personal invitation
from a regionally or nationally recognized theatre, college, or university theatre.
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Group Exhibitions:
Invitational - An invited group performance is a production venue acquired by personal
invitation. The expectation is that the artist would be exhibiting work simultaneously
with other artists.
Juried: A juried show is a production venue whose selection process includes an artist’s
submission of a digital production copy that matches a particular theme and payment of
a submission fee, usually per entry. The exhibition venue may hire an outside
adjudicator to jury the work. Jurors vary by their experience and reputation. An artist’s
work achieves greater recognition if the juror is well known, from a recognized
institution or theatre, and if the artist wins a prize and/or the production receives
recognition.
Commissions:
Commissions are considered significant creative works depending on the level of
significance of the commission and the one requesting the commission.
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