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Emeritus status may be recommended for faculty members who are retiring provided that hey have a minimum of ten (10) years or the equivalent of full-time service in a board-appointed, ranked faculty position. 

1.  The chair writes to the dean recommending emeritus status and attaches a cop of the faculty member's notice of retirement. 
2. The dean reviews the recommendation and, if in support, writes to the provost recommending the emeritus status and attaches a copy of both the chair and faculty member's letters. A brief biographical sketch indicating degrees received and some contributions to É«É«À² Michigan University should also be submitted to the provost. 
3. The provost reviews the submitted documents and sends written communication documenting his decision to the faculty member, dean, and chair/director. The provost then submits the requires and recommendation for final approval by the É«É«À² Michigan University Board of Trustees. 
4. The provost communicates the decision of the É«É«À² Michigan University Board of Trustees. 

The recommendation for emeritus status is to be included in the documents of retirement.