Intent Not to Reappoint When Appointment Ends in One Year

SAMPLE LETTER:

Intent not to reappoint when appointment ends in one year

** To be sent at least 1 year in advance of date current appointment ends, if faculty holds the rank of Assistant Professor or higher

Faculty Name

Address

Dear ___________________;

Your current faculty appointment as __________________________ (rank) in the _______________________ (Department or Center) ends August 31, 2012. I do not plan on renewing your appointment as of September 1, 2012.

This letter may include the following:

- Reasons for not continuing appointment, such as lack of involvement in activities of the department, etc.)

- Invite faculty to discuss with you before August 31, if they wish

(Signed)

Department Chair/Center Director

(Division Chief may sign, as well)

Cc: Faculty Affairs