The Faudree University Professorship
In consideration of Mr. and Mrs. Jabie Hardin's desire to demonstrate their regard and support for Dr. Ralph Faudree, former Provost of the University of Memphis, this program was established. Learn more about the work and legacy of Dr. Ralph Faudree.
The purpose of the Dr. Ralph Faudree University Professorship is to recognize faculty and help the University recruit and retain outstanding professors. The Professorship recognizes outstanding contributions in teaching, scholarship, service and community outreach.
Process & Information
- Faculty members, department chairs, or other college administrators can nominate eligible
recipients.
- The Provost, with input from an advisory faculty group, would select the recipient(s)
of a University Professorship subject to the approval of the President of the University.
- Awardees would be allowed to use their allocations for salaries, travel, supplies,
or other expenses in any proportion they choose, as long as the total sum does not
exceed the annual award amount.
- The actual amount of the salary supplement and miscellaneous awards may vary slightly
from year-to-year due to investment income results, but would be approximately $5,000
per year for three years.
Criteria
- Full professors with ten (10) years of service at the University of Memphis are eligible
for the program.
- Associate professors with five (5) years of service at the University are eligible
for the program.
- Awardees would hold University Professorships for a maximum of three (3) years.
- Selection will be based upon the quality of the faculty member's teaching, research, and service/outreach, with a priority given to faculty contributing in all three areas.
Professorships are awarded every three (3) years.
