Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Should I take FRIP?

• See FRIP Information
• Meet with Chair
• Meet with Ellen Waxman

Q: Can I be recalled to active duty if I take FRIP?

A: You will be recalled to active duty as part of the FRIP program.  You cannot be recalled to active duty after the FRIP recall ends. There are limited exceptions to allow you to perform volunteer services for your department.

Q: Can I be recalled to active duty if I retire and do not take FRIP?

A: Decision will be made by your Chair (Check before deciding!)

Q: Can I use the title "Retired Faculty" if I retire on the Clinician Educator (CE) line?

A: Upon retirement and upon meeting certain qualifications, Clinician Educators may request Staff Emeritus or Staff Emerita status. Please see Handbook 3.3G

Q: Can I continue to mentor students/faculty/fellows, etc. after I retire?

A: By agreement with your Chair, you may do so as an UNPAID volunteer.

Q: Housing:

• If you currently live in Stanford Faculty Campus Housing, you and your partner can remain unless you live in the more recently constructed housing which limits the length of time you can remain after retirement.
• If you currently live in non-University housing, even if currently eligible, you would relinquish your right to buy/rent Campus housing after retirement.
• The Vi is private retirement community on leased Stanford land which is available to Retirees, as well as individuals without Stanford affiliation (although those with a Stanford connection are given preference, we have heard).

Q: What "perks" are available to retirees?

• Library Privileges
• Retention of email address and IT support
• A- Sticker (without cost for life)

Q: Can I continue to be P.I. after I retire?

A: You can remain a P.I. during a FRIP recall or a recall under regular retirement with approval of Chair.

Q: Am I still eligible for "Be Well"?

A: Yes. Retired faculty are eligible to participate in BeWell classes and programs. Classes are offered on the main campus and in Redwood City. Their web site is http://bewell.stanford.edu and they may be contacted at (650) 723-9649.

Q: Am I eligible to take continuing studies courses?

A: YES!- You (and your spouse) may be eligible for a tuition reduction if you previously taught a class for Continuing Studies.

Q: Am I eligible to teach continuing studies courses?

A: YES! – Check website to learn how to apply.

Q: Can I use the title "Emeriti/ae" if I retire on the Clinician Educator (CE) line?

A: Upon retirement and upon meeting certain qualifications, Clinician Educators may request Staff Emeritus or Staff Emerita status. Please see Handbook 3.3G

Q: Can I continue to mentor students/faculty/fellows, etc. after I retire?

A: By agreement with your Chair, you may do so as an UNPAID volunteer.

Q: What "perks" are available to retirees?

• Library Privileges
• Email address and IT support with approval 

Q: Can I continue to be P.I. after I retire?

A: You can remain a P.I. on a recall under regular retirement with approval of Chair. 

Q: Am I still eligible for "Be Well"?

A: Yes. Emeriti/ae are eligible to participate in BeWell classes and programs. Classes are offered on the main campus and in Redwood City. Their web site is http://bewell.stanford.edu and they may be contacted at (650) 723-9649.

Q: Am I eligible to take continuing studies courses?

A: YES!- You (and your spouse) may be eligible for a tuition reduction if you previously taught a class for Continuing Studies.

Q: Am I eligible to teach continuing studies courses?

A: YES! – Check website to learn how to apply.