Faculty and administrators are often called upon to make difficult adjudicative decisions—determining whether a student violated the code of conduct or whether a faculty member’s conduct warrants disciplinary action. In both contexts, the individuals making those determinations serve as quasi-judicial officers. They must weigh evidence, apply policy, and render impartial judgments that can shape academic and professional lives.
Beyond Recognition: Faculty Awards as Catalysts for Professional Growth and Institutional Success
Faculty awards are more than acknowledgments of past success; they are strategic tools for advancing both individual careers and institutional priorities and can catalyze professional development and institutional advancement. Building
Linda M. Boland and Vicki L. Baker
September 15, 2025
