Faculty members who achieve the rank of full professor have established a record of sustained development and productivity in the areas of teaching, research, scholarship, and creative work, and service.  Full professors who demonstrate their continuing excellence and leadership in these areas merit additional recognition from the College.  The College particularly wishes to recognize and incorporate more closely into its work those faculty who, in addition to accomplished teaching and scholarship, have contributed exceptional service to the institution. 

Eligibility

A faculty member will be considered for designation as a Collegiate Fellow after five or more years at the rank of Professor.  A faculty member may not hold the designation “Collegiate Fellow” concurrently with an appointment to a named chair or professorship.

Process 

The Dean will consider individuals for this honor on the basis of post-tenure reviews and discussions with department chairs.  Unsolicited nominations from faculty will also be considered.  The College will seek unmistakable evidence since the candidate’s promotion to full professor of accomplished teaching and student mentorship, distinguished scholarly or creative work, leadership in service, and UI citizenship. The Dean will consult the College’s ad hoc committee on named chairs and professorships before making a decision that the designation of Collegiate Fellow be awarded.

Designation 

Each year the College will designate one or more faculty members as Collegiate Fellows contingent on funding availability.  In accordance with University policy, the designation will be for a five-year, renewable term.  The faculty member will be awarded a one-time teaching/research allowance of $2,000 to be used during their first two years as Collegiate Fellow.