Cardigans, blazers, and sport coats
Suits
Closed-toed shoes such as loafers, dress boots, pumps, and flats
Simple accessories such as scarves, belts, and jewelry
Unacceptable attire is defined as attire that is not suitable for a business casual work environment. Unacceptable attire includes but is not limited to:
T-shirts
Sweatpants and jeans
Shorts
Sweatshirts
Workout apparel
Cutoff pants
Halter tops and spaghetti-strap dresses
Tank tops
Miniskirts and short-length dresses
Athletic shoes
Flip-flops
Employees are responsible for reading this policy and adhering to it. Supervisors are charged with ensuring that the employees they supervise adhere to this policy.
If a supervisor sees that an employee has worn unacceptable attire to work, he or she is expected to notify the employee.
Employees who violate this policy may be requested to return home and use vacation leave for unworked hours. Routine violation of this policy may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Due to the nature of their jobs at KSU, some employees are exempt from having to follow all provisions of this policy. Such employees will be notified of appropriate exceptions by their supervisors. Exempt personnel include but are not limited to physical education staff, coaches, lab technicians, and agricultural field workers. Employees who believe they may be exempt from certain portions of this policy are encouraged to contact their supervisors and the Office of Human Resources (HR) for guidance.
Certain portions of this policy are waived on Fridays as a benefit to employees. On Fridays, employees are permitted to wear the following attire: