Emeritus/Emerita Designation
The Emeritus/Emerita designation is awarded to nominees who have demonstrated major contributions to the University or their academic field. Major contributions to the university include:
- Noteworthy teaching, administering, coaching, or performance at the University
- Continuing contribution beyond regular teaching to students and student groups over an extended period of time
- Notable service to the University through membership in University-wide or departmental organizations., or
- The initiation and successful administration of a major new program for the University.
Major contributions to one's field include:
- Significant publications or equivalent activities in the professional field
- Significant leadership in state, regional, national or international activities which significantly benefit the University and the profession
- The award of significant grants or fellowships or of major awards or honors from professional organizations, or
- Invitations to speak or perform at meetings of local, state, national or international organizations.