Terms Used In Alabama Code 16-54-6

  • Advice and consent: Under the Constitution, presidential nominations for executive and judicial posts take effect only when confirmed by the Senate, and international treaties become effective only when the Senate approves them by a two-thirds vote.
  • Dismissal: The dropping of a case by the judge without further consideration or hearing. Source:

The president, with the advice and consent of the trustees, shall appoint and fix the compensation for all faculty, including professors, associate professors, assistant professors, instructors and other necessary teachers, and all staff, including professional and nonprofessional staff. The president, academic vice-president, professors, associate professors, assistant professors and instructors shall compose the faculty of the institution. Policies and procedures governing the employment, dismissal, promotion and disciplining of university faculty and staff shall be determined by the trustees.