Distinguished Professor Designation
The University of Colorado Board of Regents established the Distinguished Professor designation at CU Boulder on December 15, 1977, and extended it to all CU campuses on October 17, 1980.
Distinguished Professor is the highest rank and honor the CU system bestows on its faculty. Recipients are recognized for exemplary research or creative work, excellence in teaching and mentoring students, and outstanding leadership and service to the university, their profession, or the public.
Criteria
Candidates recommended for a Distinguished Professorship must demonstrate accomplishments based on the following criteria:
- Distinguished performance in scholarly/creative work;
- Excellence in the promotion of learning and student attainment of knowledge and skills; and
- Outstanding leadership and service to the profession and to CU and/or affiliate institutions.
CU System Policy
The President’s Office announces the call for nominations early in the fall term.
UCCS Nomination Procedure
The campus Office of Faculty Affairs administers the Distinguished Professor title.
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