Sabbatical Application User Guide
Overview
UPS 260.102 as well as Article 27 of the Unit 3 Collective Bargaining Agreement govern the granting of sabbatical leave to eligible faculty. It is recommended to review both thoroughly prior to submitting an application.
In order to qualify for a potential sabbatical leave, faculty must submit the Sabbatical Leave Application. The due date for applications is 5 p.m. October 15th (or 5pm next business day if October 15 falls on a weekend). Applications will be submitted through an online application process.
Faculty must also submit a Professional Leave Report at the conclusion of their Sabbatical.
| Document | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Sabbatical Leave Application Section |
The sabbatical application system can be found on the Sabbatical Leave Application page. The application requires: Proposal Title, Proposal Description (75 word max.), indication of any resources required, indication of financial interest (and submission of a Statement of Economic Interests if needed), Proposal Work Product (250 word max.), and an agreement acknowledging one’s commitment. |
| Application Narrative |
Please upload the completed Application Narrative. This PDF file is not to exceed 2500 words in five pages. The application narrative shall provide a description of the plan and timeline for research, scholarly or creative activity, instructional improvement, or faculty training. The narrative shall include (1) the significance of the project in context of the relevant discipline, (2) the impact of the project on applicant and CSUF, and (3) the likelihood of completion based on the proposed timeline, possession of needed skills, expertise, and resources. Applicants are strongly encouraged to write their narrative for a general academic audience as most of the evaluators will not be specialists in their field. |
| Curriculum Vitae |
Please upload the completed Curriculum Vitae. This PDF file is not to exceed two pages. The abbreviated curriculum vitae may be created on any software application, but must be saved as a PDF file. |
Timeline
The Sabbatical Leave Application is now a user-friendly online application. Please note the application timeline:
Submission Requirements
Applicants will be required to submit the Sabbatical Leave Application and to upload an Application Narrative and Curriculum Vitae. Only PDF file formats will be accepted.
In order to be considered for a sabbatical, applicants must complete final submission by 5pm on October 15, or 5 p.m. next business day if October 15 falls on a weekend or holiday.
Sabbatical Workshops
Workshop(s) have been set up to provide an opportunity to hear from FAR and the Profes-sional Leaves Committee, in addition to having any questions answered. Please visit the FAR Events Calendar.
Questions?
If applicants require technical assistance, please contact the Academic Technology Center at atc@fullerton.edu or (657) 278-4050.
Should one have questions about the application process, please contact the Faculty Affairs and Records office at far@fullerton.edu or (657) 278-2125.