📘 Preparing for Third-Year Review at JSU The third-year review (pre-tenure review) is a formative and essential step in the tenure-track journey at Jackson State University. It is designed to assess your progress, identify strengths and challenges, and provide concrete guidance as you continue toward promotion and tenure. Here’s how to approach it effectively: 🔍...Read More

Promotion and Tenure Timeline This document is an excerpt from the JSU OAA document “Promotion-and-Tenure-Timelines-and-Application-Process” found at: https://www.jsums.edu/academicaffairs/files/2020/11/Promotion-and-Tenure-Timelines-and-Application-Process-1.pdf The goal of the tenure and promotion process is to provide a thorough and objective review of the substance and merits of each applicant. The University provides each faculty member with a full and objective review based...Read More

🔁 Week 4: Midpoint Review & Reflection   This midpoint session offers space to reflect, recalibrate, and gather renewed momentum for the second half of the program. 🖋️ 1. Opening Prompt (5 minutes) “When I imagine holding a final draft of this article in my hands, what makes it feel done and publishable to me?”...Read More

Theoretical or Conceptual Article Template This format supports humanities, philosophy, critical theory, cultural studies, and education faculty writing theoretical or conceptual articles. It foregrounds argument, synthesis, and disciplinary dialogue over empirical results. Section Guiding Questions & Prompts Introduction What topic or problem motivates this article? Why does it matter now (social, cultural, or disciplinary context)?...Read More

Case Study / Applied Practice Article Template This structure is designed for faculty documenting applied work, intervention studies, or practice-based projects. It can support research in education, counseling, healthcare, social work, and professional settings. Section Guiding Questions & Prompts Introduction What problem or need motivated this applied project? What context (e.g., school, clinic, community) does...Read More

Empirical Research Article Template This structure is designed for social science and STEM faculty writing empirical (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods) articles. Use the guiding questions to draft and revise each section. Section Guiding Questions & Prompts Introduction What problem or phenomenon does this article address? Why is this issue important or urgent in your...Read More

✍️ SOAR Writing Circle: Accountability Partner Guide Motivation. Reflection. Support. Progress. The Accountability Partner model is designed to help you stay committed to your writing goals this summer. Through mutual support, regular check-ins, and reflective feedback, you and your partner(s) will help each other build momentum and make meaningful progress toward publication. 🎯 Goals of...Read More