Notification

.121        At each level, the Chair of the reviewing body is informed of the outcome of subsequent reviews.

.122        Upon request by the candidate, the Dean or, in a departmentalized School, the Chair of the Department may inform the candidate orally of the outcome of the reviews.

.123        At the conclusion of all required reviews, the Provost notifies the candidate in writing of the decision.

.124        If the outcome of a reappointment review is positive, the Chair or the Dean may counsel the Faculty member, orally or in writing, with regard to his or her continuing development.

.125          If the outcome of a reappointment or tenure review is negative, the Dean or the Chair, at the request of the candidate, informs the candidate of the general reasons that contributed to the decision.  Communication with the candidate about the outcome of the review is conducted orally, unless the candidate specifically requests that the reasons for the negative decision be stated in writing. Such a request by the Faculty member must be made within 30 days of being informed of the decision (see above .123). Any written statement must be approved by the Provost.

.126        If the outcome of a review for promotion is negative, the Dean or the Chair may counsel a Faculty member in regard to his or her continuing development toward future promotion. Communication with the candidate about the outcome of the review is conducted orally, unless the candidate specifically requests that the reasons for the negative decision be stated in writing. Such a request by the Faculty member must be made within 30 days of being informed of the decision (see above .123). Any written statement must be approved by the Provost.