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Scope: Who is Covered by this Policy?

Faculty 

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Policy

A person whose highest degree is from Miami University may not occupy a tenurable or promotable, nontenurable rank unless one of the following conditions prevails:

1. The person achieved tenurable rank prior to January 1, 1979 (grandfather clause);
2. The person held the position and rank at Miami University at the time of the award of the degree ;
3. The highest graduate degree was obtained from Miami University before July 1, 1970;
4. Since receiving the Miami degree, the person has been employed elsewhere for at least three years and has gained significant achievement;
5. Since receiving the Miami degree, the person has earned a higher degree from another institution.

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Related Form(s)

Not applicable.

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Additional Resources and Procedures

Not applicable.

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FAQ

Not applicable.

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Policy Administration

Next Review Date

7/1/2023

Responsible Officers

• Director of Academic Personnel Services
• Provost

Legal Authority

Not Applicable.

Compliance Policy

No

Recent Revision History

 Amended July 2018

Reference ID(s)

• MUPIM 6.4
• OAC 3339-6-04

Reviewing Bodies

Administrative