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Emeritus Faculty

The title emeritus may be provided to retired faculty, or in anticipation of the retirement of a faculty member, effective upon full retirement from the university who have achieved a distinguished record of research, teaching and/or service during their academic careers. The title serves as an honor to the individual and to the university.

Faculty Emeritus Policy

Eligibility

Faculty who wish to be considered for this title must: 

  • Apply within one year before retiring from UCF, or up to five years after retiring from UCF where retiring means the following:
    • have met the retirement eligibility criteria for the retirement plan in which they are currently participating (Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, or the State University System Optional Retirement Program)
  • Permanent employee at UCF for a minimum of five years immediately prior to retirement; and,
  • Have an established record of distinguished performance in teaching, research, scholarship, or other professional achievement including contributions and service to UCF and the UCF community.

Applications

INTENT TO NOMINATE: Submit this form by 11/6/26

Timeline:

  • Intent to Nominate Submission Deadline: 11/6/26
  • Faculty Insight Application Open Date: 11/2/26
  • Application Submission Deadline: 12/7/26

Application Materials and Steps: Applications are submitted through Faculty Insight.

  • Packet Build (submitted by the nominator)
    • Information form: including specific title sought by the nominee, advocate information, nominee cell phone number, and additional general information.
    • A one-page summary of accomplishments to support the distinguished professional
      contributions and university activities while at UCF.
    • Current curriculum vitae.
  • Unit Review and Vote
    • Voting faculty in the unit (as defined by the unit’s bylaws) have an opportunity to review the materials and vote regarding recommending the award. The unit-head will organize and conduct the vote by secret ballot.
  • Chair/Director/Unit-Head Letter of Support
    • Letter of support.
    • Other supporting information.
    • Nominee’s retirement date or intended date of retirement.
  • Dean or Vice-President submission
    • The College Dean or Division Vice-President verifies completeness and submits the application to Faculty Excellence.