The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Emeritus Policy
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1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to define the local policy as guided through the referenced policy documents for awarding the emeritus title to employees.
2. RESPONSIBLE OFFICER
The Chancellor (in coordination through the Office of the Chancellor) is responsible for this policy and is the recordkeeper for those awarded with the emeritus title. Additional officers with roles in the policy include:
- Provost
- AVC for HR
3. SCOPE
This policy applies to all eligible retiring employees who meet the requirements listed in this policy and the referenced policies for all UW Oshkosh campuses.
4. BACKGROUND
Emeritus status is an honorary designation conferred upon UW Oshkosh retirees to recognize their contributions and accomplishments spanning their university careers. Individuals interested in being considered for emeritus status are encouraged to review eligibility criteria while investigating retirement options. The designation of emeritus status is intended as a special honor for all UW Oshkosh employees who have served with great distinction. Recognition as emeritus shall not be awarded as a matter of due course and is granted only to those whose service has been most exemplary.
5. DEFINITIONS
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6. POLICY STATEMENT
A. Granting of Emeritus
1. Faculty: Emeritus status may be granted to retired faculty upon the recommendation of the department, Dean, and Provost and approval of the Chancellor. Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor Emeritus status will be granted corresponding to the faculty rank at retirement. Normal criteria for emeritus status will be:
- Permanent employment with UW Oshkosh and eligibility to activate annuities for the Wisconsin Retirement System.
- Tenured status at one of the UW Oshkosh campuses and at least 10 years of service within the UW System.
- A record of distinguished service, and the expectation of continued contributions to the discipline and the University.
2. Academic Staff: Emeritus status may be granted to retired academic staff upon the recommendation of the department and Dean, or the administrative unit administrator, Provost, and approval of the Chancellor. Normal criteria for emeritus status will be:
- Permanent (all employee types excluding LTE and project appointments) employment with UW Oshkosh and eligibility to activate annuities for the Wisconsin Retirement System.
- Ten years of service at one or any combination of the UW Oshkosh campuses. Emeritus status may be considered for others upon recommendation of the Dean or area administrator for outstanding service.
- A record of distinguished service, and the expectation of continued contributions to the University.
3. University Staff: Emeritus status may be granted to retired university staff upon the recommendation of the supervisor and appropriate vice chancellor or equivalent, and approval of the Chancellor. Normal criteria for emeritus university staff status will be:
- Past service in a university staff position with UW Oshkosh and eligibility to activate annuities for the Wisconsin Retirement System.
- Ten years of service at one or any combination of the UW Oshkosh campuses. Emeritus status may be considered for others upon the recommendation of the appropriate Vice Chancellor, or equivalent,
for outstanding service. - A record of distinguished service, and the expectation of continued contributions to the University.
B. A list of the privileges associated with Emeritus status will be made available to employees through the Provost Office and other available means as appropriate. The available privileges are subject to change due to factors including, but not limited to: availability, cost, usage, and contributions. Emeritus status is awarded independently of any privileges.
C. Responsibilities of Emeritus Status
1. Emeritus faculty, academic staff, and university staff must comply with appropriate State, UW System, and UW Oshkosh rules, including those governing the use of University facilities and conduct on University property.
2. When emeritus faculty, academic staff, and university staff identify themselves as members of the University community, they shall act within their area of professional competence and consider the potential impact of their actions on the reputation and welfare of the University.
D. Emeritus status for faculty, academic staff, and university staff may be revoked at the discretion of the Chancellor.
7. REFERENCES
Regent Policy Document 20-26: Emeritus Designation
Faculty/Staff Handbook {GEN 3.B.19- Emeritus Status)
8. PROCEDURES
Emeritus Status: Applying for Emeritus Status
9. REVISION HISTORY
10/18/2019: Initial policy update to new policy format; supersedes handbook policy GEN 3.B.19
10/22/2019: Faculty Senate
10/24/2019: Senate of Academic Staff
10/30/2019: Oshkosh Student Association Senate
11/13/2019: University Staff Senate
12/17/2019: Chancellor