12.2 Non-Renewal of Probationary Academic Appointments

Notice of non-renewal of a probationary appointment of a faculty member, or of intention not to recommend reappointment after a stated period of a probationary appointment has expired, is given in writing in accordance with the following standards:

  1. Not later than March 1 of the first academic year of service, if the appointment expires at the end of that year; or, if a one-year appointment terminates during an academic year, at least three months in advance of its termination.
  2. Not later than December 15 of the second academic year of service if the appointment expires at the end of that year; or, if an initial two-year appointment terminates during an academic year, at least six months in advance of its termination.
  3. At least twelve months before the expiration of an appointment after two or more years in the institution.