Abstract
Organized around the definition, recognition, and reward of service, this article examines how communication and theatre faculty contributions should be evaluated within departmental, university, professional, and community settings. It reviews service criteria from other academic units, then argues that some activities in speech and theatre are better classified as teaching, research, scholarship, or creative activity rather than service. The article identifies legitimate service work, including administration, program coordination, advising, committee assignments, professional association leadership, editorial work, and community engagement tied to faculty expertise. It also outlines a merit review process and argues that service should be articulated clearly, documented carefully, and rewarded as a meaningful part of faculty evaluation.
Recommended Citation
Patton, Bobby R.
(1984)
"Evaluation of Service: Department Through Professional Organizations,"
Association for Communication Administration Bulletin: Vol. 47, Article 27.
Available at:
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/aca/vol47/iss1/27
