Tools for Dossier Success

Tools for Dossier Success demystifies the dossier process from start to finish. Written for faculty members at different points in their academic trajectory, this is a practical, step-by-step guide to planning, creating, and polishing the best possible representation of accumulated evidence and accomplishments in teaching, research, and service. The"how to" information offered here is essential for those seeking tenure or promotion from associate professor to professor, senior faculty serving as mentors, and graduate students planning an entrance into academia.The authors' six-step REPEAT model is a dynamic model for successful preparation of the dossier. The REPEAT steps are: R ead Requirements, Get an E arly Start, P lan and Organize, E nlist the Assistance of Others, A stutely Manage Time, and T urn in Dossier on Time.Key features include:Relevant and useful information for faculty in diverse disciplines and settingsA comprehensive six-step model to ensure the best representation of one's workTips and suggestions to help avoid common pitfallsBest practice examples from successful tenured facultySteps for seeking out assistance from other faculty, mentors, and peersA balanced review of the "ups and downs" of the tenure process