AUGUST 31, 2022 — The UTSA Divsion of Academic Affairs has announced the promotion of 130 faculty members, effective September 1.
“I congratulate these outstanding faculty members, who are representative of the exceptional caliber of educators at UTSA,” said Kimberly Andrews Espy, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. “Our faculty’s commitment to scholarly excellence and student success is fundamental to the growth of the university, the achievements of our students and the positive impact both make on the greater San Antonio community.”
Among tenured/tenure-track faculty, 25 faculty members have been promoted to associate professor with tenure. Tenure is awarded to faculty based on accomplishments in each of three categories of performance: teaching, research/scholarship/creative activities and service. Another 17 faculty members were promoted to full professor in recognition of their sustained professional accomplishments.
In addition, three retired faculty members have been awarded emeritus status in honor of their years of valued service and contribution to the university mission.
Additionally, 87 fixed-term-track faculty were promoted. To earn promotion, fixed-term-track faculty members must demonstrate excellence in teaching or significant scholarly contribution along with a progressive record of achievement and engagement.
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