Text of Executive Memorandum
86-08 (August 18, 1986)
In accordance with the provisions of the University policy
on changes in academic organization (EM 76-15 and EM 80-05) and as a
follow-up to EM 86-02, "Redesignation of schools as colleges," the
following policy is approved for implementation.
CRITERIA FOR FORMATION OF SCHOOLS
The formation of both a single-unit school (a unit
with one designated leader and recognized courses of study) and a
multi-unit school (a unit composed of two or more academic
departments) must be based upon recommendations from the students,
faculty, department chairs, and dean(s) of the affected college(s)
as provided for in EM 76-15 and amended by EM 80-05.
Any proposed school must enhance the college's abilities to
achieve its stated academic mission.
A single-unit school must
Provide courses of study leading to a
baccalaureate and/or master's degrees
Be in a field in which school status is recognized
nationally.
Show how the proposed school structure will enhance the
disciplines or professions contained in the proposed school.
Address the possibilities for expanded outside funding.
Develop a plan to administer its own personnel procedures,
curriculum review, resource allocations, monies accruing from
outside activities, accreditation requirements, and any other
activities generally conducted at the department level.
Explain how the proposed change affects the degrees
offered.
A multi-unit school must
Include two or more academic departments which
offer related degree programs.
Contain academic fields in which school status is
recognized nationally.
Show how the proposed school structure will enhance the
disciplines or professions contained in the proposed school.
Address the possibilities for expanded outside funding.
