Our Graduate Faculty play a crucial role in fulfilling the University鈥檚 research and graduate education missions. If you are a UL Lafayette faculty member who will contribute to the graduate education community by serving on graduate student thesis, dissertation, or synthesis project committees, we invite you to explore the resources below.
Appointment to the Graduate Faculty recognizes significant scholarly and professional accomplishments as well as the ability to work constructively with graduate students. Read the guidelines governing Graduate Faculty membership here.
University Guidelines
Each college has distinct requirements for membership designed to meet the needs of its individual departments, schools, and graduate programs. Developed by the colleges, these criteria align with the University Guidelines and are approved by the Provost.
College Criteria for Membership
Applications for Graduate Faculty membership are considered two times each academic year. The deadline to apply for consideration during the Fall semester review is September 15. The deadline to apply for consideration during the Spring semester review is February 1.
Graduate Faculty Membership Application