WHEREAS pursuant to S.C. Code Ann. §59-125-1, et. seq., the Board of Trustees of Winthrop University is created and established as a body corporate for the purpose of effectuating the educational mission of Winthrop University;
WHEREAS pursuant to the Winthrop University Board of Trustees Bylaws art. IV, it is the duty of the Board of Trustees to review and approve, upon the favorable recommendation of the President of the University, the promotion of academic rank and granting of tenure;
WHEREAS the President of Winthrop University has submitted recommendations for the promotion of academic rank and the granting of tenure to eligible faculty members based on their exceptional service, scholarly contributions, and unwavering commitment to the educational excellence of Winthrop University;
WHEREAS the relevant academic departments have thoroughly reviewed these recommendations and, further reviewed by the Faculty Conference and the Committee on Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and Enrollment Management, and have been found to meet the rigorous criteria for promotion and tenure established by the University;
WHEREAS the Board of Trustees recognizes that the granting of tenure is a critical component in ensuring academic freedom and attracting and retaining faculty members of the highest caliber, thereby enriching the educational experience for students and enhancing the academic reputation of Winthrop University;
WHEREAS the promotion of academic rank is essential for acknowledging the professional development
and significant academic contributions of the faculty, thereby fostering a culture
of excellence and innovation within the university community;
BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees, upon the favorable recommendation of the President of
the University, hereby approves the promotion of academic rank and the granting of
tenure to the designated faculty members, as presented in the attached documentation
and
FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary to the Board of Trustees shall certify that the Winthrop University
Board of Trustees approved this resolution on the 25th Day of April 2024, in a regular,
scheduled session after public notice. Such resolution shall be maintained and publicly
posted by the Secretary of the Board in a time and manner as required by law.
