Sabbatical Guidelines

The following guidelines represent basic proposal information required by the Sabbatical Committee.  You may elaborate and/or provide additional information wherever you think appropriate.

Statement of Purpose:

• What is the primary goal of your proposal leave?

• What specific objectives do you have that are necessary to the success of your project?

• Provide background Information leading to your choice of project or study.

• OUTLINE OF ACTIVITIES:
  • What activities do you plan during the proposed leave which are designed to accomplish your goals and objectives as stated above?
  • Give specific arrangements you have made for the use of facilities, such as libraries, studio space, laboratories, etc.
  • Include a projected timetable of planned activities and location of study/activity.
  • Comment on the location of your study/activity and its relationship where appropriate.
• SUPPORTING MATERIALS:
  • Include the letter of acceptance into your graduate program and a schedule of courses you intend to take.
  • Include a letter of acceptance for your business position for your leave.
  • Attach a brochure or summary of activities for any meetings or workshops, which form part of your sabbatical proposal.
  • Attach letters supporting or evaluating the merits of your project.
  • Include a bibliography of related materials and resources, where appropriate.
  • Provide an up-to-date resume particularly as it relates to your proposal.
• BENEFITS OF PROPOSAL:
  • What specific results do you anticipate from your leave which will directly benefit the community college of Rhode Island?
  • How will this request leave be of benefit to your professional growth, and/or community?