Michigan State University

Institution Profile: Michigan State University
LocationUnited States of America
Type of InstitutionComprehensive University or equivalent
Academic DisciplinesDiscipline non-specified
Summary of Intervention(s)

• As of the Spring of 2021, the Provost explicitly requested all candidates going through promotion or tenure processes should document their contributions to diversity, equity, inclusion.
• Candidates are asked to document their Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity (DEI)-related activities and accomplishments in the context of research/creative activities, teaching, service, outreach, and engagement.
• Faculty are asked to provide in narrative form how DEI efforts are interwoven and enhance all other areas of faculty accomplishment.
• The Provost states: “Significant involvement in DEI efforts can be viewed as a metric for advancement.” (Pages 5-6).
• There is a qualification that not all candidates can equally fulfill this criteria, and that not all research and teaching activities can include this component of merit.

Source Material
2022 Action plan
LinkEquity and inclusion
Type of DecisionPromotion, Tenure
Scope of PolicyInstitution-wide
Academic DisciplinesDiscipline non-specified

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