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Kansas Regents Propose Tougher Tenure Rules for Professors
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Kansas Board of Regents Proposes New Tenure Policy: Annual Reviews, Two Strikes Dismissal Rule
The Kansas Board of Regents is considering a new policy that could significantly impact tenured professors at public universities. The proposal introduces a two strikes and youre out system, meaning faculty members could be fired after two consecutive unsatisfactory annual reviews. This marks a shift from the current policy, which lacks clear dismissal guidelines. The new rules would mandate annual reviews tied to a written work plan, standardizing expectations and accountability across universities. Adequate cause for dismissal is now defined as serious misconduct or performance issues, documented through the annual review process. The changes come as tenure has become a hot political topic, with lawmakers questioning teaching loads and the difficulty of removing underperforming professors. The proposed policy also includes post-tenure reviews every five years and sets expectations for teaching loads.
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