Lecturer Evaluation Process
Evaluation Resources
- Memos
- Deadlines: Lecturer files are due in Interfolio by Monday, February 8, 2027.
- Lecturers who teach fall only and are undergoing a 6-year cumulative review's deadline is Friday, December 11, 2026.
- 2026-27 Deadlines at a Glance
The following timelines have been established for the 2026-2027 lecturer evaluation cycle. Please note that those lecturers working only during the Fall Semester but subject to evaluation will have an alternative timeline.
| Time frame | Description |
|---|---|
| Start of Fall Semester | Department lecturer evaluation committees are elected if they have not already been elected in the prior academic year |
| Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | Deadline for Dept. Chairs to communicate who is on lecturer evaluation committees to Faculty Affairs |
| Friday, November 20, 2026 | Lecturer Evaluation cases are created in Interfolio. Lecturers notified of case by automatic email |
| Friday, December 11, 2026 | Candidate file is due for Fall-Only faculty undergoing 6-year cumulative evaluation. In the event that the faculty member is appointed for the Spring 2027 Semester, the deadline would move to February 8, 2027 |
| Monday, February 8, 2027 | Candidate file is due |
| Monday, March 8, 2027 | Department level recommendation due |
| Monday, March 9, 2027 | Department level recommendation due to candidates |
| Friday, March 19, 2027 | Deadline to receive candidate rebuttals to department level recommendation |
| Friday, May 14, 2027 | Evaluation of file by appropriate administrator due |
| Monday, May 17, 2027 | Evaluation of file by appropriate administrator due to candidates |
- Forms - Faculty Affairs
Workshop will review the policies and procedures for lecturer evaluation and will review strategies for effectiveness in the evaluation process. Workshops are facilitated by Raven Pfister, Associate Faculty Center Director
Friday, November 20, 2026 1:00 – 2:30pm
Lecturer Evaluations 101: What to Expect & How to Prepare
Zoom ~
Learn the basics from a pro ~ deadlines, Interfolio, organizing your materials, where to get help, etc.Wednesday, December 2, 2026 11:00am – 12:30pm
Lecturer Evaluations 101: What to Expect & How to Prepare (for your first, or first few, periodic evaluations)
Zoom ~
Learn the basics from a pro ~ deadlines, Interfolio, organizing your materials, where to get help, etc.Friday, January 22, 2027 1.5 hours—time TBD
Lecturer Evaluations 101: What to Expect & How to Prepare (for your first, or first few, periodic evaluations)
In-person
Learn the basics from a pro ~ deadlines, Interfolio, organizing your materials, where to get help, etc.Interfolio Open Labs Sessions
Faculty Affairs will be available via to provide support and answer questions regarding submitting materials in Interfolio. Register to attend .
Friday, January 22, 2027: 11:00 AM -12:00 PM
Wednesday, January 27, 2027: 11:00 AM -12:00 PM
