A practicum to develop a policy for academic appointment and rank for Sheldon Jackson College (Alaska) faculty is described. The practicum conducted a case study of internal governance at other institutions. Letters were sent to 67 members of the Association of Presbyterian Colleges and Universities and three related colleges to obtain data relating to standards for appointment and criteria for retention and promotion. Usable responses were received from 38 colleges. The data were analyzed by an ad hoc committee appointed by the faculty. The committee recommended a policy for academic appointment and rank based on: expertise and knowledge in discipline, professional performance, service to the college and community, and service to the profession. Four ranks were recommended: instructor, assistant professor, associate professor, and full professor. The master's degree or equivalent is required for the instructor level and the terminal degree is needed for the other levels. A system of continual year or term contracts was also suggested. Forms for student ratings of courses and instructors and for rating faculty for promotion/tenure are appended, along with information on procedures for self and peer evaluation and division professional growth plans. (Author/SW)