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Policy Creation, Revision, Enactment and Implementation
In accordance with the SIUE Policy Development and Implementation Policy, all newly created and revised SIUE University-wide policies and procedures must be reviewed by the SIUE Policy Council. "The Policy Development and Implementation Policy provides a standardized and centralized process under which a proposed policy may be initiated, developed, reviewed, approved, implemented and disseminated in accordance with applicable standards of SIUE." For further information and guidance please see Chapter 7.
Volume I
Chapter 1 - Academic Affairs Policies, Regulations, and Procedures
- Academic Units
- Academic Programs
- Courses
- Degrees
- Admissions
- Graduation
- Advisement
- General Education
- Student Academic Standards and Performance
- Grading and Evaluating
- Examinations
- Graduate School
- Research, Grants and Export Control
- Publications
- Educational Outreach
- Textbook Rental
- Miscellaneous
- Honors and Recognitions
Chapter 2 - Employment Related Policies, Regulations, and Procedures
- Statement on Personnel Policies
- Selection and Evaluation, Specific Positions
- Miscellaneous
- Information Technology
Chapter 3 - Student Affairs and Services Policies, Regulations, and Procedures
- Residency
- Housing
- Student Rights and Conduct
- Student Publications
- Intercollegiate Athletics
- Miscellaneous
Chapter 4 - Student Fee/Charge and Financial Assistance Policies, Regulations, and Procedures
- Student Financial Aid Policies
- Student Employment Policies
- Miscellaneous Fees and Fee Policies
- Tuition and Fee Deferments and Refunds
- Tuition Waiver Policies
Chapter 5 - Finance, Budgeting, and Administrative Policies, Regulations, and Procedures
- Budgets
- Contractual Matters
- Purchasing
- Local Funds Use and Regulation
- Hosting and Hospitality
- Miscellaneous
Chapter 6 - University Property and Facilities Policies, Regulations, and Procedures
- Buildings and Facilities
- Broadcasting Services/Telecommunications/Electronic Mail Communications
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Motor Vehicles
- Expressive Activity
- Miscellaneous
Chapter 7 - Policies and Procedures
- Guidelines
Complete Listing
Volume I
Chapter 1 - Academic Affairs Policies, Regulations, and Procedures
Academic Units
- Definition of Academic Unit (1A1)
Academic Programs
- Administrative Guidelines for Extramural Instructional Programs (1B1)
- Termination of Academic Program (1B2)
- Modifying Existing Programs (1B2a)
- Eliminating Portions of Existing Programs or Entire Programs (1B2b)
- Faculty Employment Review for Program Termination (1B3)
Courses
- Guidelines for Course Categories, Class Scheduling and Publications (1C1)
- Modifying, Dropping or Adding Courses (1C2)
- Course Credit Hour Listings (1C3)
- Policies and Guidelines for Courses to be Offered Off campus for Undergraduate Credit * (1C4)
- Guidelines Pertaining to Certain Off-Campus Courses (1C5)
- Withdrawal from Classes (1C6)
- Student Program Changes and Late Registration (1C7)
- Guidelines for Submission of Experimental Courses and Experimental Programs (1C8)
- Disenrolling Students for Lack of Prerequisites (1C9)
- Approval to Teach Courses Offered for Graduate Credit (1C10)
- Courses Offered Off campus for Graduate Credit * or On campus Graduate Courses in Nontraditional Formats (1C11)
- Numbering of Courses Carrying Academic Credit and Use of Course Numbers (1C12)
- Course Auditing Policy (1C13)
- Credit Earned by Extension or Correspondence Courses (Undergraduate) (1C14)
Degrees
- University-Wide Criteria for the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.S.), and Professional Baccalaureate Degrees (1D1)
- Policy on the Award of Posthumous Degrees, SIUE (1D2)
- Policy on Honorary Degrees and Distinguished Service Awards (1D3)
- Options for Undergraduate Academic Program and General Education (1D4)
Admissions
- University Admission Policies (1E1)
- Admission Appeals (1E2)
Graduation
- Graduation Requirements (1F1)
- Commencement Policy (1F2)
Advisement
- Student Academic Advisement (1G1)
- Testing Program and Requirements Concerning Academic Deficiencies (1G2)
General Education
- General Education Program (1H1)
- General Education Requirements for Honors Scholars Students (including Chancellor's, Deans' and Presidential Scholars) (1H2)
- Transfer Equivalency for General Education Requirements (1H3)
Student Academic Standards and Performance
- Academic Probation and Suspension, Undergraduate (1I1)
- Regulations Concerning Academic Suspension (1I2)
- Undergraduate Student Course Loads (1I3)
- Homework (1I4)
- Declaration of a Major or Minor (1I5)
- Plagiarism (1I6)
- Statement on Use of Commercially Produced and Purchased Term Papers at SIUE (1I7)
- Absence from Class for Official University Business (1I8)
- Class Attendance Policy (1I9)
- Student Volunteer Emergency Worker Policy (1I10)
- Credit for Prior Learning (1I11)
Grading and Evaluating
- Grading System (1J1)
- Course Repeat Policy (1J2)
- Grade Report Form Designations (1J3)
- Pass/No Credit Grading Option (1J4)
- Incomplete Grades (1J5)
- Transfer Credit (1J6)
- Student Evaluation of Teaching (1J7)
Examinations
- Policy on Scheduling Final Examinations (1K1)
- Advanced Placement Program and International Baccalaureate Credit (1K2)
- Extracurricular Activities for Students During Exams Period (1K3)
- Undergraduate Proficiency Examination Policy (1K4)
- College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Policy (1K5)
Graduate School
- Graduate Student Course Loads (1L1)
- Graduate Degree Retention Policy (1L2)
- Teaching Responsibilities Assigned to Graduate Students (1L4)
- Policy Statement on Classification Pending (1L5)
- Policy on Graduate Student Matriculation, Advisement, Instruction, Evaluation and Assistantships (1L6)
- Graduate Degree Culminating Projects (1L8)
- Graduate Policy, Course and Program Changes (1L9)
- Policies and Guidelines for Off campus Graduate Degree Programs (1L10)
- Procedures for Graduate Program and Policy Recommendations (1L11)
- Second Majors, Specializations, and Degrees for Graduate Students (1L12)
- Post-Baccalaureate and Post-Master's Certificate Policy (1L14)
- Intellectual Property Policy (Formerly 1L15)
- Graduate Student Continuous Enrollment Policy (1L16)
- Combined Baccalaureate and Graduate Degrees (1L17)
- Graduate Student Forgiveness Policy (1L18)
Research, Grants and Export Control
- Overload Compensation (1M1)
- Policy Governing Sponsored Projects (1M2)
- Policy on Biosafety (1M3)
- University Policies and Guidelines Concerning Research and Creative Activities (1M4)
- Implementation Guidelines Concerning Research (1M5)
- Guidelines for Faculty Exchange with Industry (1M6)
- Policy on U.S. Export Control and Scholarship (1M7)
- Cost Sharing on Sponsored Projects (1M8)
- Protection for Human Subjects (1M9)
- Policy on Instructional and Research Animal Welfare (1M10)
- Review of Compensation Charged to Sponsored Projects (1M11)
- Authorship Policy (1M12)
- Determining Funding Classification (1M13)
Publications
- Retention of Undergraduate Courses in Catalogs (1N1)
- Prerequisites Listed in the Announcements (1N2)
- Catalog Descriptions of Generic Courses (1N3)
- Guidelines for the Standardization of Catalog Course Descriptions (1N4)
- Requirements for Program Admission (1N5)
Educational Outreach
- Continuing Education Units (101)
- Educard Program (102)
- Non-credit Continuing Education (103)
Textbook Rental
- Textbook Rental Policy (1P1)
Miscellaneous
- Faculty Code of Ethics and Conduct (1Q1)
- Ethics of Instruction (1Q2)
- AFROTC Program Director Approval (1Q3)
- Military Prior Learning Credit (1Q4)
- Policy and Procedures for Responding to Allegations of Research and Academic Misconduct (1Q5)
- World University Declaration for Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (1Q6)
- Americans with Disabilities Act Grievance Procedures (1Q7)
- Implementation and Administrative Responsibility Policy (1Q8)
- Conflicts of Interest and Commitment (1Q9)
- Student Declaration of Current Residence and Physical Location (1Q10)
- Student Military Service Policy (1Q11)
Honors and Recognitions
- Dean's List (1R1)
- Honors Program (1R2)
Chapter 2 - Employment Related Policies, Regulations, and Procedures
Statement on Personnel Policies
- Statement on Personnel Policies (2A1)
Selection and Evaluation, Specific Positions
- Procedures for Dean Selection (2B1)
- Procedures for Appraisal of Higher Administrators (CHAPA Policy) (2B2)
- Procedures for Evaluation of Deans (2B3)
Miscellaneous
- Operating Policy in the Event of Inclement Weather and Other Special Conditions (2C1)
- Media Contacts and University Positions (2C2)
- Identification Card Policy (2C3)
- Employment Under Manpower Training Programs (2C4)
- Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures (2C5)
- Workplace Violence Policies and Procedures (2C6)
- Non-Discrimination and Non-Harassment Policy (2C7)
- Non-Discrimination Complaint Procedures (2C8)
- Title IX Policy (2C9)
- Firearms Policy (2C10)
- Clear and Present Danger Reporting Policy (2C11)
- SIUE Threat Assessment Policy (2C12)
- Sexual Assault, Sexual Misconduct and Relationship Violence Policy and Procedures (2C13)
Information Technology
- Guide to the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) (2D1)
- Information Security Policy (2D2)
- Remote Access Policy (2D3)
- Responsible Use Policy (2D4)
- Electronic Signature Policy (2D5)
Chapter 3 - Student Affairs and Services Policies, Regulations, and Procedures
Residency
- Appeals of Residency Determinations (3A1)
- Residency Status Tuition/Fee Policy (3A2)
- Income Tax Credit Against Non-Resident Tuition Charge (3A3)
Housing
- General Policies and Procedures for Student Housing at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (3B1)
- SIUE Student Housing Residence Requirement (3B2)
Student Rights and Conduct
- Student Code of Conduct (3C1)
- Student Academic Code (3C2)
- Student Grievance Code (3C3)
- Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures (3C4)
- Workplace Violence Policies and Procedures (3C5)
- Non-Discrimination Policy (3C6)
- Non-Discrimination Complaint Procedures (3C7)
- Title IX General Policy Statement (3C8)
- Denial of Recommendation for Teacher Certification Grievance Policy (3C9)
- Responsible Use Policy (3C10)
- Firearms Policy (3C11)
- Clear and Present Danger Reporting Policy (3C12)
- SIUE Threat Assessment Policy (3C13)
- Sexual Assault, Sexual Misconduct and Relationship Violence Policy & Procedures (3C14)
- Pregnant and Newly Parenting Student Policy (3C15)
- Medical Leave of Absence and Retroactive Medical Leave of Absence Policy (3C16)
Student Publications
- Statement of Policy for Student Publications at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (3E1)
Intercollegiate Athletics
- Policy on the Structure and Function of the Intercollegiate Athletics Committee (3F1)
- Principles Governing Intercollegiate Athletics (3F2)
- Scheduling of Athletic Events (3F3)
Miscellaneous
- Guidelines for Distribution of Student Lists to Public Officials (3G1)
- Policy on Release of Student Information and Access to Student Records, SIUE (3G2)
- Communicable Disease Policy (3G3)
- Accommodation of Student Religious Observances (3G4)
- Student Optional Disclosure of Private Mental Health Act Policy and Procedures (3G5)
Chapter 4 - Student Fee/Charge and Financial Assistance Policies, Regulations, and Procedures
Student Financial Aid Policies
- Guidelines for Institutional Undergraduate Student Financial Assistance Programs (4A1)
- Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (4A2)
- Guidelines for Graduate Assistantships and Regulatory Policies (4A3)
- Policy on Short-Term Student Loans, SIUE (4A6)
- University Fellowship and Scholarship Committee (4A7)
- Guidelines and Policies for Eligibility and Financial Aid for Student Athletes (4A8)
- Return of Title IV (R2T4) (4A9)
Student Employment Policies
- Policy on Employment of Graduate Students (4B1)
- Policies Governing Student Work, SIUE (4B3)
- Student Wage Rate Policy (4B4)
- Procedures Governing Student Employment Grievances and Appeals (4B5)
Miscellaneous Fees and Fee Policies
- Recreation User's Fee Policy (4C1)
- Approval of Fees and Charges (4C2)
- Lovejoy Library Circulation Policies (4C3)
- Policy on Voluntary Student Fees (4C4)
- Mandatory Student Health Insurance Policy (4C5)
Tuition and Fee Deferments and refunds
- Tuition and Fee Deferment Policy (4D1)
- Tuition and Fee Refund Policy for Physical or Financial Hardship (4D2)
- Installment Plan for Payment of Tuition and Fees, Financial Holds and Past Due Accounts (4D3)
Tuition Waiver Policies
- Summer Tuition Waivers for Former Graduate Assistants (4F1)
- Tuition Waivers for University Affiliated Personnel (4F2)
- Waiver of Tuition for Faculty and Staff (4F3)
- Tuition Waivers for Employees Terminated or Laid Off (4F4)
- Tuition Waivers for Dependents of Deceased Employees (4F5)
- Waiver of Tuition for Retirees (4F6)
Chapter 5 - Finance, Budgeting, and Administrative Policies, Regulations, and Procedures
Budgets
- University Budget Calendar (5A1)
- Consultative Procedures to be Followed in the Event that Cuts in Programs and/or Salary Lines Become Necessary (5A2)
Contractual Matters
- Authorization of Contracts and Leases (5B1)
- Review and Approval of Externally Funded Projects (5B2)
Purchasing
- Elimination of Confirming Purchasing Transactions (5C1)
Local Funds Use and Regulation
- Policy Statement Covering Distribution of Indirect Cost Funds from Externally Sponsored Grants and Contracts (5D1)
- Policy on Expressions of Sympathy Involving the Use of University Funds (5D3)
- Use of Vending Operation Revenues (5D4)
Hosting and Hospitality
- Guidelines Concerning On-Campus Meal Purchases with University Funds (5E1)
- Policy on Expenditures for Guest Hospitality and Support of In-House Meetings (5E2)
Miscellaneous
- Media Advertising Policy (5F1)
- Coordination of External Advertising (5F2)
- Logo and Trademark Licensing Administrative Policy Statement (5F3)
- Freedom of Information Act Policy (FOIA) (Formerly 5F4)
- Social Media Policy for University Accounts (5F5)
- Policy for Center Review (5F6)
- SIUE Volunteer Policy (5F7)
- Creation, Move or Revision of Administrative Unit and Title (5F8)
- People-Focused Health and Safety Policy (5F9)
Chapter 6 - University Property and Facilities Policies, Regulations, and Procedures
Buildings and Facilities
- Policy on the Naming of University Buildings and Facilities (6A1)
- Smoke-Free Campus Policy (6A2)
- Policy Governing Lease of University Space or Real Property (6A3)
- SIUE Solicitation Policy (6A4)
- SIUE Open Flame Policy (6A5)
- Policy Governing Advertising on Campus Properties (6A6)
Broadcasting Services/Telecommunications/Electronic Mail Communications
- General Policies Governing Broadcasting Services at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (6B1)
- Wireless Phone Policy (6B2)
- Employee Listserv Policy (6B3)
Alcoholic Beverages
- Regulations Governing Alcoholic Beverages at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (6C1)
Motor Vehicles
- Motor Vehicle Regulatory Policies (6D1)
- Motor Vehicle Regulations, SIUE (6D2)
- Use of University, Rental, or Leased Vehicles (6D3)
- Employee Driver Approval Process (6D4)
- Fleet Safety Program for University Vehicles (6D5)
- Student Driver Approval Procedure (6D6)
- Non-Employee Driver Approval Process (6D7)
Expressive Activity
- Policy on Expressive Activity (6E1)
Miscellaneous
- University Policy on Pets and Animals (6F1)
- Key and Lock Policy, SIUE (6F2)
- Campus Safety and Security Video Surveillance and Monitoring Policy (6F3)
- Policy on the Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (6F4)
- Bicycles, Roller and In-Line Skates, Skateboards, Scooters and Electric Powered Vehicles Policy (6F5)
Chapter 7 - Policies & Procedures
Guidelines
- Policy Development and Implementation Policy (7A1)