Section II.M.2: Nonrenewal of Special-Status Contracts, Term Appointments, and Contract Appointments

Faculty with special-status contracts, term appointments, and contract appointments have the academic freedom and responsibilities that all other members of the faculty have. They cannot be dismissed before the end of a term appointment except for cause or for financial exigency as provided in Termination of Tenured Faculty Due to Discontinuance of Program or Department or Financial Exigency.

Contracts and letters of appointment for special-status faculty should state the date of the conclusion of the term of appointment and should inform the faculty member that there is no expectation for renewal of the contract or continuation of employment. Special-status faculty may have their contracts renewed at the discretion of the College, but they do not become eligible for tenure or tenure review.