1. Patricia Linton Associate Dean, College of Arts & Sciences
Retention Reviews
Patricia Linton
Associate Dean, College of Arts & Sciences

2. Retention Reviews Frequency Scope Evaluative standard
Annual until tenure
Review of prior academic year except UNAC fourth year comprehensive review
Potential for success 2

3. Retention Review Process
UAFT
Chair
College Peer Review Committee
Dean
UNAC
Regular Retention
Chair (tenured)
Dean
Fourth Year

4. Format of File Organized by workload category Table of Contents
Labels on divider tabs in words (not numbers keyed to another page)
One medium-sized binder for retention reviews; no plastic sleeves. Be selective. 4

5. Contents of Retention File
Vita
Self-review + Goals & Objectives
Workload agreement for period under review
Annual Activity Report(s) for period under review
Section on each workload category (teaching, research, service)
Past reviews (findings & recommendations)
Verification of appropriate degree (certified transcript or statement that transcript is on file at OAA; included year to year) 5

6. Self-Review Address Teaching Service Research / Creative Activity
Professional agenda
Analyze and evaluate; don’t just list. Thoughtful discussion is valued.
Articulate goals & objectives either in a separate section or as part of self-review 6

7. Contents of File: Teaching
List of Courses taught (indicate new preps)
Course syllabi
Student evaluation summaries *
Other suggestions
Evaluation by peers
Innovations in teaching
Evidence of student success
Student research
Student Showcase
Student publication; scholarships; exit tests 7

8. Contents of File: Service
Working toward fulfillment of different types of service, but not necessarily all at once
University
Departmental committees
Faculty governance
University committees or task forces
Professional (disciplinary, regional or national)
Public/Community (professionally related and recognized; not just good citizenship) 8

9. Contents of File: Research
Products of research or creative activity
Publication
Grants awarded
Presentation or exhibition
Progress in research agenda
Manuscripts in draft? Under review? In revision?
Grant proposals submitted
Other 9

10. Contents of File: Professional Development
Advancement of professional skills; development of new competencies
CAFÉ
Disciplinary development
New technology 10