4.8 Emeritus Status

Purpose: Emeritus status is an honor bestowed by the President to recognize an employee's meritorious service to Lake Superior College upon retirement.

Criteria: Emeritus status will be considered based on a combination of the following factors:

            1) Length of service to the college;

            2) Significant contributions to his or her field;

            3) Dedication to the institution and to education;

            4) Significant participation in campus life;

            5) Outstanding service to the community;

            6) Esteem of students and colleagues.

Process: Emeritus status nominations shall be submitted in writing. The President's Council will review the criteria in light of the employees' contributions to the college and make a recommendation to the President. Such individuals will also be recognized at an annual Employee Recognition Banquet.

Responsibility of Recipients of Emeritus Status: Emeritus employees are expected to continue to represent the college to the community and professional colleagues in a positive manner and support the college in their areas of competence, particularly in an advisory capacity. 

Authority: The President may confer emeritus status upon an employee who is retiring or has retired from employment with the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system based on Part 3 of the Minnesota State College and University Board Policy 4.8 Emeritus Status.