3.1.5.11 Sabbaticals and Leaves of Absence
(Charter)
Purpose
Faculty members are encouraged to pursue ongoing research and professional development activities such as planned programs of research, graduate study, writing, and travel. Such activities serve to enhance the academic, spiritual, and social life of the University. Faculty members may also seek leaves of absence in cases of illness or temporary outside employment.
Recommendations for sabbatical leaves are made to Administration by the Faculty Development Committee in consultation with the department chair and in accordance with procedures found in 3.1.5.11.5 Guidelines. Recommendations for other leaves of absence are made to Administration by the Vice President of Academic Administration in consultation with the department chair.
Exceptions
Recommendations for exceptions to this policy are made to the Administration by the Faculty Development Committee in consultation with the department chair.