FAQs
What’s the difference between a Policy, a Regulation and a Rule?
Policies, Regulations, and Rules differ in scope and authority. The “Policy, Regulation or Rule?” page of this website further explains these differences.
Who should be consulted when revising a PRR?
The PRR Routing sheet helps identify those who should be consulted when revising a PRR. Key stakeholders who may be significantly affected by the Policy or Regulation or who have relevant expertise in the subject matter should be consulted and listed on the Routing Sheet. The Office of General Counsel, other units, faculty senate, staff senate and the University Compliance Officer may all be appropriate to consult when reviewing a PRR. Revisions are also routed to the Office of General Counsel for legal review and approval of the final version.
What is the “Functional Category” requested on the PRR Template header?
PRRs are broken down into eleven functional categories that correspond to the first two digits of the PRR.
- 01 Governance and Administration
- 02 Academic Affairs
- 03 Advancement
- 04 Campus Environment
- 05 Employment
- 06 Extension and Engagement
- 07 Finance, Operations and Auxiliary Services
- 08 Information Technology
- 09 Intercollegiate Athletics
- 10 Research and Sponsored Activities
- 11 Student Activities and Services
How do I include a document with a PRR?
Related documents should be maintained on a unit or department website or Google Drive and linked within the PRR itself. PRR owners can update these related documents as necessary. Related documents should be version dated in the footer to ensure the most current version is being used.
How can I report a broken hyperlink in a PRR?
Click on the PRR Feedback link to report broken hyperlinks or give feedback about university PRRs.