Only those policies approved in accordance with this Policy on Policies will have the force and effect of a University policy.

A policy in which the scope of enforcement primarily affects faculty members.

Operational guidelines requiring approval from the General Counsel and President that apply across the University.

A provisional policy issued when a University-wide policy is needed before the standard policy creation process can be completed.

A revision that, if implemented, would not have a material effect on employees or University operations.

A document setting the standard for how all policies shall be drafted and organized.

The executive body of the University's governance system and the advisory body to the President.

As it relates to this Policy, a joint effort by the University's personnel on the development of University policies.

A member of the President's Cabinet who is a direct report to the President.

A revision that, if implemented, would result in a significant material effect on employees or University operations.

A policy directly tied to the legal compliance of the University that applies across the institution.

The committee tasked with facilitating the development and accessibility of, and revisions to, policies and procedures.

All policies must adhere to the policy template found under Appendix A. The policy template includes the following components: