Faculty Handbook 2020-2021

SUNY College of Optometry

Faculty Handbook 2020-21

such income provided, however, in no case shall sabbatical leave salary be reduced if total earnings are less than full salary. Application for sabbatical leaves shall be submitted to the College president no later than December 31st of the calendar year for consideration for the following Academic Year. The applications will then be reviewed by the Committee for Professional Qualifications (CPQ) and their recommendations will be forwarded to the President for his consideration by March 1st. The review process will be completed and notification given to the applicants by March 31st of a given calendar year. In addition to a review based upon the merits of the proposal, the President may also seek input from the vice president and dean for Academic Affairs (VPAA) regarding the logistics and budget needed to ensure continuation of the College’s program activities, and the value of the project to the institution. Applicants for a sabbatical should work with the VPAA during the development of the application to facilitate the planning process. Each application shall include: a. A detailed statement outlining the program to be followed while on sabbatical leave with clearly defined goals; b. A statement outlining clearly defined outcomes; c. A statement of benefit to the College; d. Letters of support from all collaborating institutions (if any); e. Letters of support from department chairs, dean, etc. as appropriate; f. A declaration of any prospective income during the sabbatical should be provided as well as; g. A statement that the applicant will continue as an academic employee for a minimum of one year upon the employee’s return. In addition, upon returning, the applicant will submit to the College president a detailed report of professional activities and accomplishments while on sabbatical leave. The number of sabbaticals available during a given academic years may be limited by available resources. 4. Military Leave Any college employee is entitled to leave without pay while serving in the military. Employees who are members of the National Guard or any reserve force called to active duty are entitled to leave with full pay. 5. Employee Organization Leave

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