Tenure Recommendations - North Dakota University System

Summary of Proposed Action
ND State Board of Higher Education
Meeting – 30 April 2015
1. Issue: North Dakota University System institutions have submitted their recommendations for tenure for
approval by the State Board of Higher Education (SBHE). In each case, criteria for tenure has been
identified and applied by each of the campuses’ respective internal review entities (i.e., faculty within the
designated department/division/college, Provost/ Vice President for Academic Affairs, and President).
2. Proposed actions: Approve all recommendations for tenure, listed in item 3, effective for the academic
year of 2015-16.
3. Background information: The following individual faculty members are recommended for tenure by their
respective institutions. If a tenure unit has had a name change or termination approved since the tenure
recommendation form was completed, that individual’s tenure will be assigned to the newly named or
created unit.
Bismarck State College
Elizabeth Braunagel, M.A., Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Department of Mathematics;
Greg Hutzenbiler, B.S., Assistant Professor of Lineworker (Electrical), Lineworker (Electrical);
Jode Knutson-Person, M.S., Assistant Professor of Chemistry, Department of Chemistry;
Jason Lueder, B.S., Assistant Professor of Graphic Design and Communications, Department of Graphic Design and
Communications;
Anthony Musumba, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Physics, Department of Physical Science; and,
Tyler Schau, M.S., Assistant Professor of Agriculture, Technology and Natural Resources, Department of Agriculture.
No tenure recommendations.
Dakota College at Bottineau
Dickinson State University
Reb Zebroski Olsen, M.S., Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Department of Mathematics; and,
Ashley Breylinger Stark, M.S., Assistant Professor of Accounting, Department of Business and Management.
Lake Region State College
Jay Johnson, M.A., Assistant Professor of Wind Energy Technician, Career and Technical Education-Wind Energy Technician.
Mayville State University
Jeremiah Moen, Ph.D, Assistant Professor of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation, Department of Health, Physical
Education, and Recreation.
Minot State University
Jynette Larshus, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Social Science, Division of Social Science; and,
Daniel Ngugi, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Social Science, Division of Social Science.
North Dakota State College of Science
Marilyn Evenson, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Social and Behavioral Science, Department of Social and Behavioral Science;
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Anne Taylor, M.A., Assistant Professor of English and Humanities, Department of English and Humanities; and,
Tyler Slettedahl, A.A.S., Assistant Professor of Diesel Technology, Department of Diesel Technology.
North Dakota State University
Azer Akhmedov, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Department of Mathematics;
Amelia Asperin, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Apparel, Design, and Hospitality Management, Department of Apparel,
Design, and Hospitality Management;
Kristen Benson, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Human Development and Family Science, Department of Human
Development and Family Science;
Achintya Bezbaruah, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Department of Civil and
Environmental Engineering;
Benjamin Braaten, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Department of Electrical and
Computer Engineering;
Elizabeth Crawford, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Communication, Department of Communication;
Carol Cwiak, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Emergency Management, Department of Emergency Management;
Mark Engler, M.F.A., Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts, Department of Theatre Arts;
Anthony Flood, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Department of History, Philosophy and Religious Studies;
Erin Gillam, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences, Department of Biological Sciences;
Abby Gold, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science, Department of Health, Nutrition and
Exercise Science;
Stuart Haring, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry;
Yongtao (David) Hong, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Accounting, Finance, and Information Systems, Department of
Accounting, Finance, and Information Systems;
Fariz Huseynov, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Accounting, Finance, and Information Systems, Department of
Accounting, Finance, and Information Systems;
Wei Jin, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Computer Science, Department of Computer Science;
James Korcuska, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Education, School of Education;
Sukumarakurup Krishnakumar, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Management and Marketing, Department of Management
and Marketing;
Michael Krush, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Management and Marketing, Department of Management and Marketing;
Mila Kryjevskaia, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Physics, Department of Physics;
Estelle Leclerc, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences;
Siew Hoon Lim, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Agribusiness and Applied Economics, Department of Agribusiness and
Applied Economics;
Simone Ludwig, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Computer Science, Department of Computer Science;
Frayne Olson, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Agribusiness and Applied Economics, Department of Agribusiness and Applied
Economics;
Deirdre Prischmann-Voldseth, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Entomology, Department of Entomology;
Saeed Salem, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Computer Science, Department of Computer Science;
Molly Secor-Turner, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing;
Sangita Sinha, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry;
Mark Strand, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Department of Pharmacy Practice;
Kendall Swanson, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Animal Sciences, Department of Animal Sciences;
Gursimran Walia, Ph.D., Assistant Professor or Computer Science, Department of Computer Science;
Yechun Wang, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering;
Rebecca Woods, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Human Development and Family Science, Department of Human Development
and Family Science,
Nan Yu, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Communication, Department of Communication; and,
Qi Zhang, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Plant Sciences, Department of Plant Sciences.
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University of North Dakota
Crystal Alberts, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of English, Department of English;
Brent Baker, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Marketing, Department of Marketing;
Marc D. Basson, M.D., Professor of Surgery, Department of Surgery;
Caroline Campbell, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of History, Department of History;
Emily Cherry, M.F.A, Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts, Department of Theatre Arts;
QianIi Chu, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Chemistry, Department of Chemistry;
Alycia Cummings, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Department of Communication
Sciences and Disorders;
Kenneth Flanagan, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Social Work, Department of Social Work;
Mikhail Yuryevich Golovko, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Basic Sciences, Department of Basic Sciences;
Yun Ji, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering, Department of Chemical Engineering;
Donald A. Jurivich, D.O., Professor of Geriatrics, Department of Geriatrics;
Andrei P. Kirilenko, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Earth Systems Science and Policy, Department of Earth Systems Science
and Policy;
Joyce Ohm, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Basic Sciences, Department of Basic Sciences;
Nuri Oncel, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Physics and Astrophysics, Department of Physics and Astrophysics;
Igor Ovchinnikov, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Biology, Department of Biology;
Carolyn Ozaki, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Teaching and Learning, Department of Teaching and Learning;
Timothy Pasch, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of English, Department of English;
Jody Ralph, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Nursing, Department of Nursing;
Vamegh Rasouli, Ph.D. Professor of Petroleum Engineering, Department of Petroleum Engineering;
Rebecca Romsdahl, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Earth Systems Science and Policy, Department of Earth Systems Science
and Policy;
A. Rebecca Rozelle-Stone, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Religion, Department of Philosophy and Religion;
Gary G. Schwartz, Ph.D., Professor of Population Health, Department of Population Health;
Lucian Stone, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Religion, Department of Philosophy and Religion;
Robert Stupnisky, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Educational Foundations and Research, Department of Educational
Foundations and Research;
Bret A. Weber, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Social Work, Department of Social Work;
Helene Weldt-Basson, Ph.D., Professor of Modern and Classical Languages and Literature, Department of Modern and
Classical Languages and Literatures; and,
Kurt Zhang, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Pathology, Department of Pathology.
Valley City State University
Jacqueline Owen, M.Ed., Instructor of Education and Graduate Studies, School of Education and Graduate Studies; and,
Jenni Lou Russi, M.F.A., Assistant Professor of Communication Arts, Department of Communication Arts.
Williston State College
Rhoda Owens, M.S.N., Assistant Professor of Nursing, Division of Instruction.
4. Financial implications: Any additional expenses associated in contracting the listed candidates as
tenured faculty will be drawn from the respective campuses’ budgets for the AY 2015-16, and thereafter.
5. Legal/policy issues: SBHE Policy 605.1, Academic Freedom and Tenure—Academic
Appointments, requires Board approval of candidates for tenure at the respective institutions.
Paragraph 1-c specifies the authority of the SBHE, and states:
Tenure is awarded by the Board upon recommendation of the Chancellor, following review and recommendations made
pursuant to the procedures established at the institution and a recommendation by the institution's president to the
Chancellor. A favorable recommendation means that the applicant meets all of the prerequisites and criteria and the
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award of tenure is consistent with the sound fiscal management and academic priorities of the institution and the
system of education under the control of the Board.
Tenure recommendations submitted to the Board shall include a brief summary of the candidate's qualifications and
reasons for the recommendation. Tenure is not an entitlement, and the granting of tenure requires an affirmative act
by the Board. Tenure is limited to the academic unit or program area in the institution in which tenure is granted and
shall not extend to an administrative or coaching position.
The effective dates of the tenure appointments would be fall 2015 for the 2015-2016 Academic Year
(AY); Paragraph 2-a provides definitions for “Academic Year” and “Faculty”, as follows:
"Academic Year" means the period, approximately nine months in duration, starting with the beginning of the Fall
semester and ending following completion of the Spring semester.
"Faculty" means all members of the academic staff, excluding only coaches and administrators in their capacities as
coaches or administrators.
Paragraph 3-b specifies the role of the individual campuses in establishing and applying criteria for tenure
that is “consistent with the nature of mission” of each institution, and so reads:
The criteria for tenure evaluation and continuing evaluation of probationary and tenured faculty shall include scholarship
in teaching, contribution to a discipline or profession through research, other scholarly or professional activities, and
service to the institution and society. Institutions may adopt additional criteria. The regulations defining these criteria
shall be consistent with the nature and mission of the institution.
Paragraph 3-c specifies the probationary period of time a faculty member has to be considered for tenure,
and so reads:
Eligibility for tenure requires a probationary period of six years of continuous academic service to the institution, during
which the faculty member is evaluated at least annually according to an evaluation process designed to foster
continuous improvement. The term may be extended beyond six years or the continuous service requirement may be
waived in exceptional circumstances.
Institutions shall establish procedures for granting extensions or waivers of the continuous service requirement in
exceptional circumstances, which must include maternity or parental leave and appropriate accommodations for
faculty members with disabilities. Institution procedures may define additional exceptional circumstances including, for
example, family emergencies or extended illness.
Paragraph 3-c specifies the timeframe in which contracts must be issued and accepted between an
individual institution and its faculty, and in the case where a tenure recommendation is approved by the
SBHE, an institution would need to issue a contract with the continuing faculty no later than 30 June of
2015, and receive acceptance of that contract no later than 20 July of 2015.
6. Academic issues: Addressed in paragraphs 3 and 5.
7. Coordination: Each request was reviewed initially by the sending institution and was approved by its
president. Each request was also reviewed by the Interim Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student
Affairs.
8. Attachments: A list of units renamed our created since 1 January 2015 is attached. A consolidated North
Dakota University System Faculty Appointment Data Sheet is attached.
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9. Contact information: Sonia S. Cowen, Ph.D., Interim Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs,
NDUS. Ph: 701-328-2965 / email: [email protected].
10. Chancellor’s recommendation: N/A
11. SBHE Committee on Academic and Student Affairs recommendation:
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Unit Organizational Changes since 1 January 2015
Mayville State University
Division of Education and Psychology renamed to Division of Education, effective fall 2016.
North Dakota State University
College of Pharmacy, Nursing, and Allied Science renamed to College of Health Professions, effective spring 2015.
Department of Nursing renamed to School of Nursing, effective spring 2015.
College of Pharmacy renamed to School of Pharmacy, effective spring 2015.
MPH Master of Public Health program housed within Department of Pharmacy Practice renamed to Department of Public
Health (stand-alone department), effective spring 2015.
University of North Dakota
New Department: Department of Basic Science, effective summer 2015.
New Department: Department of Geriatrics, effective summer 2015.
New Department: Department of Medical Laboratory Science, effective summer 2015.
New Department: Department of Neurology, effective summer 2015.
New Department: Department of Physician Assistant Studies, effective summer 2015.
New Department: Department of Population Health, effective summer 2015.
New Department: Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science, effective summer 2015.
Terminated Department: Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, effective summer 2015.
Terminated Department: Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, effective summer 2015.
Terminated Department: Department of Clinical Neuroscience, effective summer 2015.
Terminated Department: Department of Microbiology and Immunology, effective summer 2015.
Terminated Department: Department of Pharmacology, Physiology, and Therapeutics, effective summer 2015.
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SUBJECT: 600s: Personnel
EFFECTIVE: May 6, 2009
Section: 605.1 Tenure Recommendation Format
CANDIDATE RECOMMENDATION
INSTITUTION:
TENURE UNIT:
TENURE CANDIDATE (NAME:)
CURRENT RANK:
Mayville State University
HPER
Dr. Jeremiah Moen
Assistant Professor
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT EARNED AT CURRENT INSTITUTION
(INCLUDING CURRENT YEAR): 6
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT AWARDED FOR PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE: 0
Policy 605.1 - Provide substantiation for the tenure recommendation and indicate the paragraph being referenced.
Use additional sheets if necessary. (Check one)
3. "The criteria for tenure evaluation shall include teaching, contribution to a discipline or profession through
scholarships, research or professional activities, and service to the institution and society. . . Eligibility for tenure
requires a probationary period of six years of continuous academic service to the institution." Use of paragraph 3
requires only a brief substantiation.
After review of his file and discussion of his qualifications, the Mayville State University Tenure,
Promotions and Awards Committee agreed that Dr. Jeremiah Moen met all of the requirements and voted
unanimously to recommend him for tenure. Dr. Moen clearly meets and exceeds the requirements for tenure.
He has been an Assistant Professor since 2008 and earned his Ph.D. in 2009 (tenure track position began the
fall 2009). His student evaluations consistently notes his high expectations and rigor for course work and the
passion with which he teaches. “Tough but fair” is a familiar refrain on his evaluations. Dr. Moen is widely
noted for his positive approach to his profession and his personality in general. He challenges students and
gains their appreciation for doing so. He is held in high esteem by his colleagues for his dedication to his
students, admirable work within the division, service on institutional committees, and in faculty governance.
He is specifically praised for his thankless job as the HPER Assessment Coordinator, which speaks well to his
service to the University. In addition, Dr. Moen has demonstrated his service to his profession by presenting
at a variety of professional conferences. Dr. Moen is truly a person of high character and deserving of tenure.
4. "The Board may, following review and recommendations made pursuant to the procedures established at an
institution award tenure in exceptional circumstances, defined by the institution's procedures, to any person
appointed to the faculty who has not met the eligibility requirements of subdivisions 3(b) and 3(c) of this policy,
provided that the person has a documented record of outstanding achievement and consistent excellence in a
discipline or professional gained through research, scholarly or professional activities, or service." Use of
paragraph 4 requires a reference to specific institutional policy requirements and a description as to how the
candidate satisfies the institution criteria.
If the recommendation of the institution's chief executive differs from the consensus of the campus review, the chief
executive is to explain the basis for her/his recommendation.
Reference: SBHE Policy - 605.1
History:
Chancellor's Cabinet Meeting, June 2001
Chancellor's Cabinet Meeting, May 6, 2009
CANDIDATE RECOMMENDATION
INSTITUTION: Minot State University
TENURE UNIT: College of Arts and Sciences – Division of Social Science
TENURE CANDIDATE (NAME:) JYNETTE LARSHUS, PHD
CURRENT RANK: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT EARNED AT CURRENT INSTITUTION
(INCLUDING CURRENT YEAR): 6
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT AWARDED FOR PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE: 0
Policy 605.1, section 3.b., states "The criteria for tenure evaluation shall include teaching,
contribution to a discipline or profession through scholarships, research or professional activities,
and service to the institution and society. Institutions may adopt additional criteria." Please
provide a brief substantiation for the tenure recommendation. (Use additional sheets if
necessary.)
Dr. Larshus is dedicated to her teaching and works to engage students with difficult and controversial
topics in her Sociology and Political Science courses. As the campus leader for the American
Democracy Project, Dr. Larshus has also taken the initiative to create the Democracy Café, a very wellreceived public discussion forum which has drawn in high profile speakers to initiate conversations
with students, faculty, staff and the general public on a wide range of current topics to raise the level of
civic awareness.
Dr. Larshus’ scholarly work covers several areas including the study of ‘Generation Y’ and social
media and a new collaborative project on the impact of the oil boom. She continues a steady pattern of
presenting papers at regional and national meetings, both which reflect important recognition and
validation of her research by her peers.
Dr. Larshus’ service work continues to be extensive and makes an important contribution to the
division, the university, and the community. She coordinates the political science program, organized
the annual Peace Garden Conference and serves on several university committees. She shares her
professional expertise regularly with the community and has been sought out by local media as an
expert on election issues.
Without reservation, I strongly support Dr. Larshus’ application for tenure.
Steven W. Shirley, PhD
President
If the recommendation of the institution's chief executive differs from the consensus of the
campus review, the chief executive is to explain the basis for her/his recommendation.
CANDIDATE RECOMMENDATION
INSTITUTION: Minot State University
TENURE UNIT: College of Arts and Sciences – Division of Social Science
TENURE CANDIDATE (NAME:) DANIEL NGUGI, PHD
CURRENT RANK: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT EARNED AT CURRENT INSTITUTION
(INCLUDING CURRENT YEAR): 6
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT AWARDED FOR PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE: 0
Policy 605.1, section 3.b., states "The criteria for tenure evaluation shall include teaching,
contribution to a discipline or profession through scholarships, research or professional activities,
and service to the institution and society. Institutions may adopt additional criteria." Please
provide a brief substantiation for the tenure recommendation. (Use additional sheets if
necessary.)
Dr. Ngugi serves as the coordinator of the economics program, a position that involves not only the
management of a minor awarded through the College of Arts and Sciences but also support for the
Energy Economics and Finance major awarded through the College of Business. He displays
extraordinary deftness and flexibility in making sure that the needs of students in both colleges are met.
Students appreciate the thoughtfulness and organization that goes into his courses.
Dr. Ngugi has produced a substantial body of scholarship, shared with his colleagues at conferences
and through peer-reviewed publications. He has presented or published in international, national, and
local venues. Most notable about his scholarship is its practical application and use in the real world.
His work on Minot’s Oak Park is an example of how his research has demonstrable effects and has
been incorporated into city of Minot planning models.
Dr. Ngugi serves on a number of university committees where he has gained the respect of his peers
through his reflective and active participation. He has balanced and met the requirements of successful
scholarship, good teaching, service and collegiality. Without reservation, I strongly support his
application for tenure.
Steven W. Shirley, PhD
President
If the recommendation of the institution's chief executive differs from the consensus of the
campus review, the chief executive is to explain the basis for her/his recommendation.
CANDIDATE RECOMMENDATION
INSTITUTION:
North Dakota State College of Science
TENURE UNIT:
Social & Behavioral Science Department
TENURE CANDIDATE (NAME):
CURRENT RANK:
Marilyn Evenson
Assistant Professor
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT EARNED AT CURRENT INSTITUTION (INCLUDING
CURRENT YEAR): ___4___
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT AWARDED FOR PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE: ___2_____
Policy 605.1 – Provide substantiation for the tenure recommendation and indicate the paragraph being referenced.
Use additional sheets if necessary. (Check one)
3. “The criteria for tenure evaluation shall include teaching, contribution to a discipline or profession through scholarships,
research or professional activities, and service to the institution and society. . . Eligibility for tenure requires a
probationary period of six years of continuous academic service to the institution.” Use of paragraph 3 requires only a
brief substantiation.
4. “The Board may, following review and recommendations made pursuant to the procedures established at an institution
award tenure in exceptional circumstances, defined by the institution’s procedures, to any person appointed to the faculty
who has not met the eligibility requirements of subdivisions 3(b) and 3(c) of this policy, provided that the person has a
documented record of outstanding achievement and consistent excellence in a discipline or profession gained through
research, scholarly or professional activities, or service.” Use of paragraph 4 requires a reference to specific institutional
policy requirements and a description as to how the candidate satisfies the institution criteria.
Following policy 605.1, Paragraph 3, NDSCS recommends Dr. Marilyn Evenson for tenure. Dr.
Evenson has served as a faculty member for the Social & Behavioral Science Department since 2011
and is the lead instructor for psychology and communication courses at NDSCS-Fargo.
She is a strong asset to the Social & Behavioral Science Department and in particular to the
psychology courses in which she teaches. Dr. Evenson holds a PhD in Psychology from Fielding
Graduate University in Santa Barbara, CA and a Master of Arts in Communication from Illinois
State University. She has a number of years of college-level teaching experience, over 25 years of
clinical psychology practice and has been a licensed Psychologist and a licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist.
Dr. Evenson is actively involved in the community working with returning military veterans and
serves as a member of the F-M Ambulance Community Advisory Board. She serves on numerous
NDSCS committees and interest groups such as the Family Day Planning Team, the Fargo Programs
Day Committee, and various other public events.
Her performance reviews, which draw upon feedback from administrators, faculty, students and
other relevant sources, reveal that she is a highly competent and valued instructor. She is well
thought of by her students, peers and supervisors.
The NDSCS Tenure and Ranking Committee unanimously recommends Dr. Marilyn Evenson for
tenure.
If the recommendation of the institution’s chief executive differs from the consensus of the campus review, the
chief executive is to explain the basis for her/his recommendation.
CANDIDATE RECOMMENDATION
INSTITUTION:
North Dakota State College of Science
TENURE UNIT:
Diesel Technology
TENURE CANDIDATE (NAME):
CURRENT RANK:
Tyler Slettedahl
Assistant Professor
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT EARNED AT CURRENT INSTITUTION (INCLUDING
CURRENT YEAR): ___6___
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT AWARDED FOR PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE: ___0_____
Policy 605.1 – Provide substantiation for the tenure recommendation and indicate the paragraph being referenced.
Use additional sheets if necessary. (Check one)
3. “The criteria for tenure evaluation shall include teaching, contribution to a discipline or profession through scholarships,
research or professional activities, and service to the institution and society. . . Eligibility for tenure requires a probationary
period of six years of continuous academic service to the institution.” Use of paragraph 3 requires only a brief
substantiation.
4. “The Board may, following review and recommendations made pursuant to the procedures established at an institution
award tenure in exceptional circumstances, defined by the institution’s procedures, to any person appointed to the faculty
who has not met the eligibility requirements of subdivisions 3(b) and 3(c) of this policy, provided that the person has a
documented record of outstanding achievement and consistent excellence in a discipline or profession gained through
research, scholarly or professional activities, or service.” Use of paragraph 4 requires a reference to specific institutional
policy requirements and a description as to how the candidate satisfies the institution criteria.
Following policy 605.1, Paragraph 3, NDSCS recommends Mr. Tyler Slettedahl for tenure. Mr.
Slettedahl has served as an assistant professor in the Diesel Technology program and has done so
since 2009. He also serves as one of only two individuals who has primary responsibilities to
teach in our John Deere Tech partnership program. Prior to teaching, Mr. Slettedahl had five
years of industry experience as a diesel technician.
Throughout his years at NDSCS, he has continued his professional development with significant
industry and educational training. He recently achieved the status as a Master John Deere Tech
Instructor. This required massive work on his part.
Mr. Slettedahl has been very involved in campus activities. Since 2011, he has been a part of the
Technology and Learning Team and the General Education Assessment Team. Within his
department he has served as a faculty advisor for many student activities and clubs.
Student evaluations and his interactions with departmental staff and faculty have been very
positive. Mr. Slettedahl is a strong asset to his department and the College as a whole.
If the recommendation of the institution’s chief executive differs from the consensus of the campus review, the chief
executive is to explain the basis for her/his recommendation.
CANDIDATE RECOMMENDATION
INSTITUTION:
North Dakota State College of Science
TENURE UNIT:
English and Humanities Department
TENURE CANDIDATE (NAME):
Anne Taylor
CURRENT RANK:
Assistant Professor
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT EARNED AT CURRENT INSTITUTION (INCLUDING
CURRENT YEAR): ___6___
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT AWARDED FOR PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE: ___0_____
Policy 605.1 – Provide substantiation for the tenure recommendation and indicate the paragraph being referenced.
Use additional sheets if necessary. (Check one)
3. “The criteria for tenure evaluation shall include teaching, contribution to a discipline or profession through scholarships,
research or professional activities, and service to the institution and society. . . Eligibility for tenure requires a probationary
period of six years of continuous academic service to the institution.” Use of paragraph 3 requires only a brief
substantiation.
4. “The Board may, following review and recommendations made pursuant to the procedures established at an institution
award tenure in exceptional circumstances, defined by the institution’s procedures, to any person appointed to the faculty
who has not met the eligibility requirements of subdivisions 3(b) and 3(c) of this policy, provided that the person has a
documented record of outstanding achievement and consistent excellence in a discipline or profession gained through
research, scholarly or professional activities, or service.” Use of paragraph 4 requires a reference to specific institutional
policy requirements and a description as to how the candidate satisfies the institution criteria.
Following policy 605.1, Paragraph 3, NDSCS recommends Ms. Anne Taylor for tenure.
Ms. Taylor is a faculty member in the NDSCS English and Humanities Department where
she teaches a variety of composition and humanities courses. Ms. Taylor holds a Master of
Arts degree in English from Northern Illinois University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in
English and Scandinavian Studies form Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. Ms. Taylor has
over eight years of college level teaching experiences and has also worked in the publishing
industry as a manuscript and production editor. She is also a regular contributing author
and Advisory Board member for the “In Good Company” magazine.
Her performance reviews, which draw upon feedback from administrators, faculty, and
students, reveal that she is a highly competent and valued instructor. Anne is a dedicated
professional willing to modify her responsibilities to meet the needs of the students and
department.
Ms. Taylor has continued to grow professionally while a faculty member at NDSCS. While
teaching full load, she has participated in numerous professional development activities
both on and off campus. She has served on the following NDSCS committees: Faculty
Senate (2012-2014), NDSCS Wellness Team (2009–present); Diversity Council (20092013), Tobacco Free Committee (2010-11), and the NDSCS General Education Committee
(2012-ppresent).
The NDSCS Tenure and Ranking Committee unanimously recommends Anne Taylor for
tenure.
If the recommendation of the institution’s chief executive differs from the consensus of the campus review, the chief
executive is to explain the basis for her/his recommendation.
NDUS Procedures
SUBJECT:
600s: Personnel
EFFECTIVE:
May 6, 2009
Section: 605.1 Tenure Recommendation Format
CANDIDATE RECOMMENDATION
INSTITUTION:
TENURE UNIT:
TENURE CANDIDATE (NAME:)
CURRENT RANK:
Valley City State University
School of Education and Graduate Studies
Jackie Owen
Instructor
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT EARNED AT CURRENT INSTITUTION (INCLUDING CURRENT YEAR): _6__
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT AWARDED FOR PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:__0__
Policy 605.1 - Provide substantiation for the tenure recommendation and indicate the paragraph being referenced. Use additional sheets if
necessary. (Check one)
→ 3. "The criteria for tenure evaluation shall include teaching, contribution to a discipline or profession through scholarships, research or
professional activities, and service to the institution and society. . . Eligibility for tenure requires a probationary period of six years of continuous
academic service to the institution." Use of paragraph 3 requires only a brief substantiation.
4. "The Board may, following review and recommendations made pursuant to the procedures established at an institution award tenure in
exceptional circumstances, defined by the institution's procedures, to any person appointed to the faculty who has not met the eligibility
requirements of subdivisions 3(b) and 3(c) of this policy, provided that the person has a documented record of outstanding achievement and
consistent excellence in a discipline or professional gained through research, scholarly or professional activities, or service." Use of paragraph 4
requires a reference to specific institutional policy requirements and a description as to how the candidate satisfies the institution criteria.
Ms. Owen has completed a probationary period of six years of continuous academic service at VCSU; therefore,
paragraph 3 applies.
Per VCSU’s Terminal Degrees, Tenure and Promotion Policy (V605.01), Ms. Owen meets “professionally qualified” status
(because of extensive K-6 teaching experience) and was not required to complete a doctorate for tenure. She is,
however, currently working on a second master’s degree, and has demonstrated exemplary efforts in scholarly work;
she has presented annually at regional and national conferences, and she recently co-authored a chapter in a book
about adult learning. She is a strong teacher, providing leadership for implementing the co-teaching model used by the
School of Education and Graduate Studies and the Bush grant. Her student and peer evaluations are positive. She is an
active member of several important campus committees, including the Faculty Advocacy Committee and the Program
Optimization Process.
Her work as a teaching professional, her scholarship in her field, and her service to the university all point to her value as
a member of the faculty. She is strongly recommended for tenure by both her peers and administrative review.
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If the recommendation of the institution's chief executive differs from the consensus of the campus review, the chief executive is to explain the
basis for her/his recommendation.
Reference: SBHE Policy - 605.1
History:
Chancellor's Cabinet Meeting, June 2001; Chancellor's Cabinet Meeting, May 6, 2009
NDUS Procedures
SUBJECT:
600s: Personnel
EFFECTIVE:
May 6, 2009
Section: 605.1 Tenure Recommendation Format
CANDIDATE RECOMMENDATION
INSTITUTION:
TENURE UNIT:
TENURE CANDIDATE (NAME:)
CURRENT RANK:
Valley City State University
Department of Communication Arts
Jenni Lou Russi
Assistant Professor
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT EARNED AT CURRENT INSTITUTION (INCLUDING CURRENT YEAR): _6__
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT AWARDED FOR PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:__0__
Policy 605.1 - Provide substantiation for the tenure recommendation and indicate the paragraph being referenced. Use additional sheets if
necessary. (Check one)
→ 3. "The criteria for tenure evaluation shall include teaching, contribution to a discipline or profession through scholarships, research or
professional activities, and service to the institution and society. . . Eligibility for tenure requires a probationary period of six years of continuous
academic service to the institution." Use of paragraph 3 requires only a brief substantiation.
4. "The Board may, following review and recommendations made pursuant to the procedures established at an institution award tenure in
exceptional circumstances, defined by the institution's procedures, to any person appointed to the faculty who has not met the eligibility
requirements of subdivisions 3(b) and 3(c) of this policy, provided that the person has a documented record of outstanding achievement and
consistent excellence in a discipline or professional gained through research, scholarly or professional activities, or service." Use of paragraph 4
requires a reference to specific institutional policy requirements and a description as to how the candidate satisfies the institution criteria.
Ms. Russi has completed a probationary period of six years of continuous academic service at VCSU; therefore,
paragraph 3 applies.
Ms. Russi demonstrates a great passion for teaching and concern for student learning. Student evaluations and peer
reviews of her teaching are positive. Her work shows a dedication to quality, both in the classroom and in performance.
During her time at VCSU, she has made a number of valuable connections with theatre programs at high schools in the
region, and she provides useful support to community theatre professionals, as well. As a professional actress and
director, she continues to pursue professional opportunities during the summer, building her CV with a variety of
creative endeavors. She has an MFA, which VCSU considers a terminal degree in her field. Her work as a teaching
professional, her artistry in her field, and her dynamic contributions to theatre in the region all mark her as a valued
member of the faculty. She is strongly recommended for tenure by both her peers and administrative review.
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If the recommendation of the institution's chief executive differs from the consensus of the campus review, the chief executive is to explain the
basis for her/his recommendation.
Reference: SBHE Policy - 605.1
History:
Chancellor's Cabinet Meeting, June 2001
Chancellor's Cabinet Meeting, May 6, 2009
Section: 605.1 Tenure Recommendation Format
CANDIDATE RECOMMENDATION
INSTITUTION: Williston State College
TENURE UNIT: Instructional Division
TENURE CANDIDATE (NAME:) Rhoda Owens
CURRENT RANK: Assistant Professor
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT EARNED AT CURRENT INSTITUTION
(INCLUDING CURRENT YEAR): 6
NUMBER OF YEARS OF TENURE CREDIT AWARDED FOR PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE: 0
Policy 605.1 - Provide substantiation for the tenure recommendation and indicate the paragraph
being referenced. Use additional sheets if necessary. (Check one)
X 3. "The criteria for tenure evaluation shall include teaching, contribution to a discipline or
profession through scholarships, research or professional activities, and service to the institution
and society. . . Eligibility for tenure requires a probationary period of six years of continuous
academic service to the institution." Use of paragraph 3 requires only a brief substantiation.
Rhoda Owens is in her sixth year with a full-time faculty contract at Williston State College. She was
hired as a faculty member within the nursing program for WSC as well the site manager at the Minot
location within the Dakota Nursing Program (DNP). Owens has willingly served on committees and
attended campus meetings even at a distance. Owens has above average student and faculty
evaluations. Owens is an active member in professional and personal organizations within her local
community. She traveled to another cultural setting with nursing students, which provided a great
opportunity for students to practice and see health care in another country. In addition, Owens is
currently enrolled in a doctoral program.
Therefore, Williston State College is recommending Rhoda Owens for tenure starting with the FY16
contract.