Faculty Development Leave
HOW WILL MY PROPOSAL BE REVIEWED?
- The University Faculty Development Leave Committee consists
of two elected faculty representatives from each of the 5 colleges,
who will review all proposals submitted on time and make recommendations
to the Provost.
- Primary Criteria for Evaluation
(see section 5 of the University Rule):
- Overall clarity of the proposal.
- Merits of the proposed activity in relation to the aims and purposes of TAMU-CC, as stated in the University Catalog.
- Merits of the project in contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.
- Applicant’s previously demonstrated initiative in the areas of teaching, research, publication, creative activities, or professional activities.
- Where available, documented results from previous TAMU-CC Research Enhancement grants (college and university) received by the applicant.
- Applicant’s stated intention of continued service in the profession and at TAMU-CC (included on cover form).
- Statements from professional peers (including department chair).
- Statement of endorsement from college dean.
- Secondary Criteria for Evaluation:
- Length of service at TAMU-CC.
- Extent to which Faculty Development Leave is necessary for accomplishment of the proposed activity.
- Length of time elapsed since last Faculty Development Leave.
- Other relevant information submitted by the applicant.
- The Committee will recommend to the Provost two tiers
of proposals: (1) the top 5 proposals—1 per college; and (2)
other meritorious proposals, not specified in number nor by
college.
- The Provost will confer with the Academic Deans and the President on the recommendations and will forward final recommendations to the A&M System. Recommendations will proceed through the appropriate channels (e.g., Vice-Chancellor, Chancellor) and, ultimately, will appear on the Board of Regents’ agenda for their consideration. Upon Board approval, recipients of Development Leave will be notified by the Provost.
TIMELINE (for 2009-2010 academic year):
Monday, December 1, 5:00 p.m.: Deadline for faculty proposals to be submitted
December 1-12: University Faculty Development Leave Committee reviews/rank proposals
Monday, December 15, Committee makes recommendations to the Provost
December 15 - January 26, 2009, Deans, Provost, & President consider recommendations
Thursday, January 29, 2009, Recommendations & supporting materials due to TAMU Chancellor

