3. Summer Semester

Normal course load is generally fulfilled during the fall and spring semesters although it may include the Summer semester with approval by the dean of the school. Irrespective of when teaching load is fulfilled, there are additional obligations during the summer semester. Faculty must also be available for contact with campus personnel and administration, including, but not limited to, consultation by telephone and email regarding academic matters, advisee issues, committee work, and departmental matters; to return messages; and to assist advisors in recruiting prospective students by being available for phone conversation or email exchange.