Although the collection focuses on the experiences of faculty of color, this tenure case seems to center around the sexual orientation of the candidate. Dr. Albert Romkes is openly gay, and he was denied tenure by the University of Kansas based on the application of a rule that, according to the website developed in his defense, has never been formerly approved or used in any other tenure cases in the university’s 145-year history.
Don’t let yourself be distracted by the formatting and colors for the website. This is a compelling, troubling case.
Local reporting is available here
Written/Unwritten: Diversity and the Hidden Truths of Tenure 