Accelerated cases must be fully explained and justified by the dean and chair (if applicable) and should only be put forward for review when a compelling case can be made because
- the candidate’s record is truly exceptional across all areas of contribution (Section A.6),
- the candidate exceeds expectations for on-time promotion in all areas [Subsection C.2(c)],
- and that accelerated promotion is in the University’s best interest.
In most cases, the University will benefit from the evidence gathered from fulfillment of the entire six effective years in rank or elected combined service prior to making a promotion decision because this information offers more consistent and reliable evidence to demonstrate a continuing trajectory of excellence in the professional context and environment of UT Austin.