clarity. There are two articles under review for publication in the National Council on Family Relations Journal. His presentation “Addressing African Male Students’ Learning During a Pandemic” presented at the Research Association of Minority Professor, is in press for the RAMP Journal.

Additionally, Dr. Clay has written three grants that has positively impacted the community of Frankfort and the School of Education.

• C.Review of Internal/Campus Service: In accordance with Section 2.6.1.3, the candidate has been active at the departmental and campus level as the Director of Special Education, Coordinator of Disability Resource Center, Director of Data Analysis and Assessment (preparing for SACSCOC and CAEP). He has served in many roles within the Faculty Senate, currently he serves as its President. Additionally, Dr. Clay served on The Green Ribbon Panel and is a member of the Graduate Council.
• D.Review of Public Service: The candidate has met Section 2.6.1.3.2 through public service and community engagement in mentoring middle and high school students, as well as programs in his local fraternity. Dr. Clay has rewritten and edited every departmental document, redesigned the department website, and every syllabus.
• E.Review of Continuing Professional Growth and Development: Evidence of ongoing professional growth and development, as stated in Section 2.6.1.4, is found in the candidate's willingness to attend and participate in professional conferences and organizations.

In making this recommendation, I have reviewed the promotion application, the supplemental reviews and evaluations as specified in the Checklist for Promotion, and the criteria for promotion as stated in Section 2.6.2.1 of the Faculty Handbook. I have taken into consideration the recommendations of the Unit Committee, Chair, Dean, and University Committee. Although the Unit Committee, the Chair, and the Dean all support promotion to associate professor with tenure, the University Tenure and Promotion Committee did not agree. Their major objection was the “Five year of full-time teaching”. The policy 2.1.5.3 gives the unit supervisor, Dean and Provost the latitude to determine equivalency. The University Tenure and Promotion Committee failed to recognize Dr. Clay’s 18 years of teaching at the PK-12 level. This experience is indispensable in his understanding of the theory and operationalization for his teacher education students. In addition, early tenure is a tool to ensure that we retain valuable faculty, especially faculty of color. Therefore, the Office of Academic Affairs, is happy to recommend Dr. Phillip Clay for promotion to the rank of associate professor with tenure.

If I can be of further assistance in the evaluation of this recommendation, please do not hesitate in contacting me.

IN ALL THINGS EXCELLENCE Kentucky State University is an equal educational and employment opportunity/affirmative action institution.