For Faculty
Tenure and Promotion
In order for the University to perform its functions effectively, it is essential that faculty members feel free to express new ideas and divergent viewpoints in their teaching and research. In the process of teaching and research, there must be freedom to question and challenge accepted "truths." A university must create an atmosphere that encourages faculty members to develop and share different ideas and divergent views and to make inquiries unbounded by present norms. Tenure contributes significantly to the creation of such an atmosphere.
The deadline for 2019-20 Tenure applications is Monday, January 13, 2020 at 5 p.m. The Tenure and Promotion process will be generated through the Archivum System. If you have any questions regarding the new system, please send inquiries to FacultyHelp@usf.edu. The guidelines in effect can be accessed below.
Applications and Inserts
Administrative Forms
- Invitation to External Reviewers (sample letter)
Past Recipients
Previous recipients of tenure and promotion, effective:
- AY 2019-20
- AY 2018-19
- AY 2017-18
- AY 2016-17
- AY 2015-16
Career Path for Instructors (2019/20 recommendations due in the Provost Office by Friday, April 17, 2020)