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University Eye Center Notice of Privacy Practices
Notice
2026 02
University Eye Center
UEC
Smoke-Free/Tobacco-Free Policy
Policy
2026:01
2022:01
Administration and Finance
Credit for Non-Credit
Procedure
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Procedures Related to Transfer Students
Procedure
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Posthumous Degree
Policy
2025:10
Student Affairs
Security Awareness Training & Testing
Policy
2025:07
Administration and Finance
Proper Use of Information Technology Resources
Policy
2025:05
Administration and Finance
University Liquor License & Alcohol Policy
Policy
2025.08
Administration and Finance
Student Holds
Policy
Student Affairs
Disposal of Surplus University Property Procedure
Procedure
2025 08
Administration and Finance
Transfer of Funds
Policy
2025:01
2025 01
Administration and Finance
Prepaid Expenses
Policy
2025:02
2019:03
Administration and Finance
Text Messaging Terms of Service
Terms of Service
2024 10
Student Affairs
texting, sms
Student Complaint Process for Academic Affairs Complaints
Process
Academic Affairs
Course Competency Assessment and Testing
Policy
06:1
Academic Affairs
Awarding of Additional Majors / Minors
Policy
07:5
2007 07
Academic Affairs
Authentication of Student Identity
Policy
11:2
Academic Affairs
Attendance
Policy
n/a
Academic Affairs
Assigning Midterm Grades
Policy
02:2
Academic Affairs
Approval Procedure for Internship Course Full-Time Financial Aid Status
Procedure
2018 11
Academic Affairs
Annualized Workload for Instructional Faculty
Guideline
2018 08
Academic Affairs
Admissions
Policy
04:7
2011 05
Academic Affairs
Annual Adjunct Faculty Evaluation Procedure and Guidelines
Procedure
2020 10
Academic Affairs
Adjunct Clinical Faculty Approval
Guideline
2018 08
Academic Affairs
Academic Withdrawal from the University
Policy
17:1
2016 08
Academic Affairs
Academic Misconduct Resolution
Process
Academic Affairs
Academic Misconduct Reporting
Form
Academic Affairs
Academic Meeting Schedule
Policy
2018 12
Academic Affairs
Academic Integrity
Policy
2020 08
Academic Affairs
Academic Dismissal
Policy
04:9
Academic Affairs
Absences for Temporary Active Military Service
Policy
09:1
Academic Affairs
Student Accounts Receivables Write-off
Policy
2024:05
2024 05
Administration and Finance
Consolidated Billing
Policy
2024:04
2024 04
Administration and Finance
Banking Guidelines -- University Affiliated Organizations
Policy
2003:08
2003 09
Administration and Finance
Care Team
Guide
n/a
2020 08
Student Affairs
Bereavement Days
Policy
2018:03
2018 02
Human Resources
Bloodborne Pathogen
Policy
1997:47
1997 04
Administration and Finance
Board of Trustees
FSU Code Of Rules, Bylaws And Policies
n/a
n/a
Board of Trustees
Bond Post-Issuance Compliance for Continuing Disclosure
Policy
2015:08
2015 04
Administration and Finance
BS and BA Degree Policy for General Education Courses
Policy
2008:1
2008 10
Academic Affairs
Budget Management
Policy
2014:08
2014 02
Administration and Finance
Building Abbreviation Codes
Policy
2025:08
2025 11
Administration and Finance
Building Code
Business and Special Expenses
Policy
2015:10
2015 06
Administration and Finance
Campus Violence and Weapons Prohibition
Policy
2016:04
2015 09
Administration and Finance
Cash Handling and Deposits
Policy
2016:01
2015 07
Administration and Finance
Change Funds
Policy
2016:08
2016 02
Administration and Finance
Charitable Gift Annuity
Policy
n/a
2015 11
University Advancement and Marketing
Chemical Safety
Policy
2022:05
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Clery Act Compliance
Policy
2011:10
2011 05
Administration and Finance
Code of Student Community Standards
Policy and Procedure
n/a
n/a
Student Affairs
College of Arts, Sciences and Education
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
College of Business
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
College of Engineering Technology
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
College of Health Professions
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
College of Pharmacy
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Combined Personnel Transactions/ Individual Salary Increase
Policy
2005:16
2004 10
Human Resources
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Alcohol and Controlled Substances Testing
Policy
2004:02
2004 09
Administration and Finance
Compliance with State Regulations (Outside Michigan)
Policy
2015:2
2015 04
Academic Affairs
Computer Software
Policy
2000:16
2000 09
Administration and Finance
Computing Account and Access Management
Policy
2018:01
2017 11
Administration and Finance
Conflict of Interest
Policy
2024:01
2024 01
Administration and Finance
Conflict of Interest Policy for Investigators
Policy
2015:1
2017 02
Academic Affairs
Consignment of Equipment and Software for University Use Agreement
Agreement
n/a
2010 11
Administration and Finance
Consignment of Equipment and Software for University Use
Policy
2000:11
2000 09
Administration and Finance
Consulting Activities
Policy
2005:48
2004 10
Human Resources
Contracting
Policy
2019:03
2019 03
Administration and Finance
Contracting Authority Signature Delegation List
Resource
Administration and Finance
Corrective Action
Guideline
2005:07
2004 10
Human Resources
Course Scheduling
Policy
2002:3
2002 10
Academic Affairs
Course Scheduling
Guideline
n/a
2025 12
Academic Affairs
Credit Card Processing and Security
Policy
2016:07
2016 02
Administration and Finance
Credit Card Processing Approval / Authorization
Resource
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Credit for Non-Credit
Guideline and Procedures
n/a
2007 07
Academic Affairs
Data Classification
Policy
2019:05
2019 01
Administration and Finance
Data Handling Standards for All Data Users
Resource
2019:05
2019 01
Administration and Finance
Dean's List Requirements
Policy
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Developing Graduate Program
Policy
n/a
2023 03
Academic Affairs
Developmental Courses
Policy
2004:2
2004 06
Academic Affairs
Disabled Employees and ADA
Policy
2005:15
2004 10
Human Resources
Disposal of Surplus University Property
Policy
2025:06
2025 08
Administration and Finance
Emergency Preparedness
Resource
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Emeritus
Policy
2017:09
2017 04
Human Resources
Employee Dignity / Harassment / Discrimination
Policy
2005:51
2004 10
Human Resources
Employee Performance Evaluation
Policy
2014:05
2014 03
Human Resources
Employment Background Check
Policy
2013:01
2012 10
Human Resources
Endowment Pool Investment Policy
Policy
n/a
2023 08
University Advancement and Marketing
Energy and Water Use
Policy
2012:10
2012 06
Administration and Finance
Environmental Audit
Policy
1997:46
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Environmental Health and Safety
Policy
2015:03
2014 10
Administration and Finance
Equal Employment Opportunity
Policy
2005:04
2004 10
Human Resources
Excusing Students for University-Sponsored Functions
Policy
2001:4
2024 02
Academic Affairs
Exempt Employee Exception Time Reporting
Procedure
2005:55
2004 10
Human Resources
Facilities Use Agreement
Agreement
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Faculty Qualifications
Policy
2018:
2018 10
Academic Affairs
Faculty Residency Requirement
Policy
2014:1
2014 03
Academic Affairs
Ferris State University Seminar (FSUS) 100
Policy
2004:3
2004 06
Academic Affairs
Ferris Trademarks and Licensing
Resource
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Ferris Website
Policy and Procedure
2015:02
2014 10
Administration and Finance
Ferris Website
Guideline
2007:06
2012 08
Administration and Finance
Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress
Policy
n/a
2020 05
Student Affairs
Fire Alarm
Policy
2003:18
2003 12
Administration and Finance
Fire Safety
Policy
1997:41
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Flextime
Policy
2005:42
2004 10
Human Resources
Football Tailgate
Policy
2019:10
2019 04
Administration and Finance
Formatting Policy Theses, Dissertations, and Capstone Projects
Policy
n/a
2021 04
Academic Affairs
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Processing
Policy
2019:14
2019 04
Administration and Finance
Freedom of Speech on Campus
Statement
n/a
2009 11
Student Affairs
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Policy
Policy
2022:02
2022 01
Administration and Finance
Grade Change Appeal
Procedure
n/a
2018 09
Academic Affairs
Graduate Academic Dismissal Policy
Policy
n/a
2021 12
Academic Affairs
Graduate Academic Dismissal Appeal Procedure
Procedure
n/a
2021 12
Academic Affairs
Graduate Faculty Scholarship
Policy
n/a
2016 12
Academic Affairs
Graduate Program Admissions
Policy
n/a
2021 11
Academic Affairs
Graduate Project Assistant
Policy
2005:44
2004 10
Human Resources
Graduate, Professional and Doctoral Tuition
Policy
2015:11
2015 05
Administration and Finance
Graduation with Honors (Commencement)
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Grant / Gift / Contract Policy and Procedure
Policy and Procedure
2021:10
2021 10
Administration and Finance
Grant Guideline for Managing Facilities and Administrative Costs
Guideline
2021:10
2021 10
Administration and Finance
Graphic Standards
Resource
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Guidelines Governing Financial Accounting of FSU Computer-Related Acquisitions
Guideline
2007:03
2006 08
Administration and Finance
Handling of Gifts, Prizes, Award Money that is Given to Students
Policy
n/a
2015 05
Student Affairs
Hearing Conservation
Policy
1997:38
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Hiring
Policy
2005:05
2004 10
Human Resources
Hiring Approval Forms (HAFs)
Guideline
2018:
2018 08
Academic Affairs
Hiring Process Exceptions
Policy
2016:14
2016 06
Human Resources
Holiday Calendar
Policy
1999:6
1999 11
Academic Affairs
Holidays with Pay
Policy
2023:33
2004 10
Human Resources
Hybrid Work Policy
Policy and Procedure
2023:08
n/a
Human Resources
Hybrid Work Agreement Form
Form
n/a
n/a
Human Resources
Request
Identity Theft Prevention Program
Policy
2009:08
2009 05
Administration and Finance
Immigration/Visa Employment
Policy
2008:01
2008 03
Human Resources
Information Security
Policy
2011:04
2010 12
Administration and Finance
Information Security
Guideline
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Insurances
Policy
2005:39
2004 10
Human Resources
Intellectual Property Rights And Electronic Distance Learning Materials
Policy
2004:12
2004 10
Academic Affairs
Interim Assignment
Policy
2005:18
2004 10
Human Resources
Internet Course Listing
Policy
2011:4
2020 09
Academic Affairs
Intrusion Alarm
Policy
1997:25
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Job Sharing
Policy
2005:41
2004 10
Human Resources
Jury Duty Pay
Policy
2005:34
2004 10
Human Resources
Kendall College of Art and Design Technology Requirements
Resource
n/a
n/a
Kendall College of Art and Design
Key
Policy
2006:02
2006 03
Administration and Finance
Lease/Installment Purchase Agreement Review
Policy
1997:26
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Leaves of Absence - FMLA
Policy
2011:21
2010 11
Human Resources
Leaves of Absence - Jury Duty Leave
Policy
2005:26
2004 10
Human Resources
Leaves of Absence - Medical Leave
Policy
2005:22
2004 10
Human Resources
Leaves of Absence - Military Leave
Policy
2005:24
2004 10
Human Resources
Leaves of Absence - Political Leave
Policy
2005:25
2004 10
Human Resources
Leaves of Absence - Sabbatical Leave
Policy
2005:20
2004 10
Human Resources
Leaves of Absence - Unpaid Personal
Policy
2005:23
2004 10
Human Resources
Legal Representation and Indemnification
Policy
1999:10
1999 06
Administration and Finance
Management and Use of University Instructional Space
Policy
1999:2
1999 11
Academic Affairs
Medical Waste Management
Policy
1997:44
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Medical Withdrawal from the University
Policy
n/a
2024 02
Academic Affairs
Mercury Minimization
Policy
2015:06
2015 06
Administration and Finance
Michigan College of Optometry
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Military Duty Pay
Policy
2005:35
2004 10
Human Resources
Mobile Application Privacy
Policy
2018:05
2018 03
Administration and Finance
Motor Vehicle Parking and Traffic Regulations
Resource
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Moving Expenses
Policy
2016:13
2016 05
Human Resources
Nepotism And Favoritism
Policy
2005:19
2004 10
Human Resources
Network Operating Systems
Policy
1999:14
1999 10
Administration and Finance
Non-Discrimination Statement
Resource
n/a
n/a
Diversity and Inclusion
Operations of Motor Vehicles on Sidewalks and Lawns
Policy
2007:02
2006 08
Administration and Finance
Overtime and Compensatory Time for Non-Exempt Employees
Policy
2014:03
2013 08
Human Resources
Paid Personal Days
Policy
2005:30
2004 10
Human Resources
Part-Time Employment
Policy
2014:01
2013 07
Human Resources
Personal Assignment of University Vehicles
Policy
2003:15
2003 10
Administration and Finance
Personal Use of University Equipment
Policy
2014:05
2014 01
Administration and Finance
Cellphone Reimbursement
Policy
2024:06
Administration and Finance
Cellphone Reimbursement Procedure
Procedure
October 2024
Administration and Finance
Cell Phone Reimbursement Request
Form
October 2024
Administration and Finance
Cellular Communication Devices
Policy
2024:08
Administration and Finance
Personal Use of University Technology
Policy
1997:55
1997 12
Administration and Finance
Facilities Management Safety Manual
Resource
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Policy Review Process
Process
n/a
2020 06
Ferris State University
Political Activities of Employees
Policy
2005:28
2004 10
Human Resources
Portable Outdoor Event Structures
Policy
2004:04
2005 01
Administration and Finance
Posting Material Policy
Policy
n/a
2024 02
Student Affairs
Post Tenure Review
Policy and Procedure
n/a
2007 11
Academic Affairs
Preferred First Name
Policy
2022-1
2022 08
Student Affairs
Prioritization and Coordination of University Fundraising Activities
Policy
2013:07
2013 07
Administration and Finance
Privacy Policy for the Ferris State website (ferris.edu)
Policy
2021:02
2021 02
Administration and Finance
Probationary Period for Non-Bargaining Employees
Policy
2005:06
2004 10
Human Resources
Procedures for Implementation of Faculty Qualification Standards
Policy
2018:
2018 10
Academic Affairs
Program Academic Minors
Policy
2018:1
2018 01
Academic Affairs
Prohibited Romantic Relationships
Policy
2021:01
2020 12
Human Resources
Promotions and Transfers
Policy
2005:17
2004 10
Human Resources
Public Safety - HOMELAND SECURITY AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE PSBL
Policy
2004:01
2004 10
Administration and Finance
Purchasing
Policy
2020:01
2018 07
Administration and Finance
Readmission to the University After Academic Dismissal
Policy
4:10
2004 10
Academic Affairs
Recruitment Budget
Policy
2001:2
2001 05
Academic Affairs
Refunds for Students Called to Active Military Duty
Policy
2016:09
2016 02
Administration and Finance
Registered Student Organization
Handbook
n/a
n/a
Student Affairs
Registration and Academic Guide
Resource
n/a
n/a
Student Affairs
Release of Information About Students
Form
n/a
2007 07
Student Affairs
Release Time
Guideline and Procedures
2018:
2018 02
Academic Affairs
Release Time for Training and Professional Development
Policy
2015:01
2014 11
Human Resources
Religious Holidays
Policy
1999:6
1999 11
Academic Affairs
Reorganization or Renaming of College, Unit, or Department
Procedure
2025 10
Academic Affairs
Repeating an Undergraduate Course
Policy
2008:2
2008 12
Academic Affairs
Requirements for a Grade of "Incomplete"
Policy
2001:9
2024 02
Academic Affairs
Research Misconduct Policy
Policy
2024 03
Academic Affairs
Research Misconduct Procedures
Procedure
2024 03
Academic Affairs
Residence Life
Policy
2012:01
2012 03
Administration and Finance
Residence Life Policy Letter - Overnight Visitation Program RLP
Policy
2011:01
2011 02
Administration and Finance
Resignation
Policy
2005:45
2004 10
Human Resources
Respiratory Protection
Policy and Procedure
1997:42
1997 09
Administration and Finance
University College Tutoring Policies
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Retention of Student Work, Grade Records, and Grade Appeals
Policy
2010:3
2010 07
Academic Affairs
Retirement
Policy
2019:02
2019 06
Human Resources
Retirement Plans Investment
Policy
2017:03
2016 07
Human Resources
Review and Disposal of Surplus Real Estate
Policy
2004:06
2004 10
Administration and Finance
Rights and Permission Form for Electronic Thesis, Dissertation, or Capstone Project
Policy
n/a
2013 04
Academic Affairs
Risk Management
Policy
1997:29
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Risk Management and Insurance
Policy
2004:09
2004 10
Administration and Finance
Sabbatical Leave
Application and Guideline
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Salary Increase
Policy
2023:06
2004 10
Human Resources
Satisfactory Academic Progress (FASAP) (Financial Aid)
Resource
n/a
n/a
Financial Aid
Sexual Harassment Policy and Title IX Grievance Procedures
Policy
n/a
2020 08
Student Affairs
Sick Time and Short Term Disability
Policy
2019:01
2019 03
Human Resources
SLA Program Attendance and Workshop Policies
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Social Media
Policy
2020:04
2020 10
University Advancement and Marketing
Social Security Number Privacy
Policy
2007:04
2006 09
Administration and Finance
Staff/Administrator Compensation for Adjunct Instruction
Guideline
2018:
2018 08
Academic Affairs
Student Complaint Policy
Policy
n/a
2020 03
Ferris State University
Student Fee
Policy
2017:02
2016 10
Administration and Finance
Student Financial Services Administrative Withdrawal University
Policy
2016:02
2015 07
Administration and Finance
Student Financial Services Student Refund
Policy
2019:15
2019 06
Administration and Finance
Student Internship Full-Time Financial Aid Status
Policy
n/a
2018 11
Academic Affairs
Student Use Of Respirators
Policy
1997:39
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Study Abroad
Policy
n/a
2023 09
Academic Affairs
Sunset Policy on Fulfilling Undergraduate Degree Requirements
Policy
2017 02
2020 08
Academic Affairs
Tax Sheltered Annuities
Policy
2005:49
2004 10
Human Resources
Temporary Employees
Policy
2005:03
2004 10
Human Resources
Termination Appeal
Procedure
2005:09
2004 10
Human Resources
Termination of Employment
Policy
2005:08
2004 10
Human Resources
Textbooks And Instructional Materials
Policy
2013:1
2013 10
Academic Affairs
The Ferris Foundation Bylaws
Bylaws
n/a
2024 6
University Advancement and Marketing
Time and Effort Certification Policy and Procedures
Policy
2019:04
2018 10
Administration and Finance
Time Reduction
Policy
2005:43
2004 10
Human Resources
Total Withdrawal and Refunds (Student Financial Services)
Resource
n/a
n/a
Student Financial Services
Trademark Licensing Program
Policy
2021:03
n/a
Administration and Finance
Transfer Credit
Policy
2001:6
2020 05
Academic Affairs
Transport of Sick and Injured
Policy
2008:10
2008 03
Administration and Finance
Transportation and Travel
Policy
2012:15
2023 12
Administration and Finance
Treatment of Students Injured in Class
Policy
1997:17
n/a
Administration and Finance
Tuition Benefits Program
Policy
2013:40
2013 05
Human Resources
Tuition Waiver and Tuition Specific Awards
Policy
2016:11
2016 02
Administration and Finance
Undergraduate Academic Probation / Academic Probation Warning
Policy
2009:02
2009 02
Academic Affairs
University Catalog
Policy
2004:14
2004 11
Academic Affairs
University Closing or Canceling of Classes
Policy
202301
202301
Administration and Finance
University Exclusive Beverage
Policy
2019:07
2019 02
Administration and Finance
University Programs and Activities Involving Minors
Policy
n/a
2018 04
Academic Affairs
University Rate Schedule
Resource
2026 - 2027
2026:01
Administration and Finance
University Records Management
Policy
2010:06
2010 01
Administration and Finance
Unmanned Aircraft System (Drone)
Policy
2018:02
2017 09
Administration and Finance
Unrestricted Funds and Other Temporary Funds
Policy
n/a
2010 03
University Advancement and Marketing
Use of Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility
Policy
2018:04
2017 11
Administration and Finance
Use of Electronic Signs
Policy
2011:01
2010 10
Administration and Finance
Use of Grounds
Guideline
n/a
2019 07
Student Affairs
Use of University Email
Policy
2017:06
2016 09
Administration and Finance
Use, Rental, and Lease of University Facilities
Policy
2012:14
2012 07
Administration and Finance
Use, Storage, and Disposal of PCB Equipment
Policy
1997:43
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Vacant Position Salaries
Policy and Procedure
2000:4
2000 05
Academic Affairs
Vacation
Policy
2005:32
2004 10
Human Resources
Volunteer Firefighters / Emergency First Responder Time Off
Policy
2006:01
2006 05
Human Resources
Wage Assignment
Policy
2007:05
2006 09
Administration and Finance
Waste Minimization Program
Policy
2002:04
2002 09
Administration and Finance
Workers' Compensation
Policy
2014:02
2013 07
Human Resources
Acquisition and Lease of Real Estate by the University
Policy
2004:07
Administration and Finance
Animals in University Facilities
Policy
2011:03
2010 10
Administration and Finance
Antivirus Software Requirement for Computing Devices
Policy
2015:05
2014 12
Chief Technology Officer, Information Technology Services (ITS)
Asbestos
Policy
2022:04
Administration and Finance
Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)
Policy
2005:09
Administration and Finance
Equipment Transactions
Form
2021:08
Administration and Finance
Employee or Independent Contractors
Policy
2021:01
Administration and Finance
Residence Life Policy Letter - Student Housing
Policy
2012:01
Administration and Finance
Additional Compensation
Policy
2005:37
Human Resources
Advanced Degrees
Policy
2013:38
Human Resources
Alcohol and Drug Use
Policy
2005:50
Human Resources
Job Share
Policy
2005:41
Human Resources
Academic Affairs Review, Revision, and Removal of Existing Policies
Procedure
Academic Affairs
CHP Steam and Distribution System Start-up
Policy and Procedure
Administration and Finance
Central Heating Plant, Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Intent to Contract
Policy and Procedure
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Handling and Disposal of Salvaged / Scrap Materials
Policy and Procedure
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Management of Overtime
Policy
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Operation of Motor Vehicles on Campus
Policy and Procedure
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Student Employee Work Guidelines
Policy
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Resource
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Fixed Asset Capitalization Policy
Policy
2024:02
2024 04
Administration and Finance
Academic Forgiveness Policy
Policy
2022:05
2022 05
Academic Affairs
HIPAA Breach Notification Policy
Policy
Oct. 14, 2016
Security Incident Response Advisory Team
Contact
Board of Trustees
[email protected]
(231) 591-2505
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Smoke-Free/Tobacco-Free Policy
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Credit for Non-Credit
Procedure
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Procedures Related to Transfer Students
Procedure
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Posthumous Degree
Policy
2025:10
Student Affairs
Security Awareness Training & Testing
Policy
2025:07
Administration and Finance
Proper Use of Information Technology Resources
Policy
2025:05
Administration and Finance
University Liquor License & Alcohol Policy
Policy
2025.08
Administration and Finance
Student Holds
Policy
Student Affairs
Disposal of Surplus University Property Procedure
Procedure
2025 08
Administration and Finance
Transfer of Funds
Policy
2025:01
2025 01
Administration and Finance
Prepaid Expenses
Policy
2025:02
2019:03
Administration and Finance
Text Messaging Terms of Service
Terms of Service
2024 10
Student Affairs
texting, sms
Student Complaint Process for Academic Affairs Complaints
Process
Academic Affairs
Course Competency Assessment and Testing
Policy
06:1
Academic Affairs
Awarding of Additional Majors / Minors
Policy
07:5
2007 07
Academic Affairs
Authentication of Student Identity
Policy
11:2
Academic Affairs
Attendance
Policy
n/a
Academic Affairs
Assigning Midterm Grades
Policy
02:2
Academic Affairs
Approval Procedure for Internship Course Full-Time Financial Aid Status
Procedure
2018 11
Academic Affairs
Annualized Workload for Instructional Faculty
Guideline
2018 08
Academic Affairs
Admissions
Policy
04:7
2011 05
Academic Affairs
Annual Adjunct Faculty Evaluation Procedure and Guidelines
Procedure
2020 10
Academic Affairs
Adjunct Clinical Faculty Approval
Guideline
2018 08
Academic Affairs
Academic Withdrawal from the University
Policy
17:1
2016 08
Academic Affairs
Academic Misconduct Resolution
Process
Academic Affairs
Academic Misconduct Reporting
Form
Academic Affairs
Academic Meeting Schedule
Policy
2018 12
Academic Affairs
Academic Integrity
Policy
2020 08
Academic Affairs
Academic Dismissal
Policy
04:9
Academic Affairs
Absences for Temporary Active Military Service
Policy
09:1
Academic Affairs
Student Accounts Receivables Write-off
Policy
2024:05
2024 05
Administration and Finance
Consolidated Billing
Policy
2024:04
2024 04
Administration and Finance
Banking Guidelines -- University Affiliated Organizations
Policy
2003:08
2003 09
Administration and Finance
Care Team
Guide
n/a
2020 08
Student Affairs
Bereavement Days
Policy
2018:03
2018 02
Human Resources
Bloodborne Pathogen
Policy
1997:47
1997 04
Administration and Finance
Board of Trustees
FSU Code Of Rules, Bylaws And Policies
n/a
n/a
Board of Trustees
Bond Post-Issuance Compliance for Continuing Disclosure
Policy
2015:08
2015 04
Administration and Finance
BS and BA Degree Policy for General Education Courses
Policy
2008:1
2008 10
Academic Affairs
Budget Management
Policy
2014:08
2014 02
Administration and Finance
Building Abbreviation Codes
Policy
2025:08
2025 11
Administration and Finance
Building Code
Business and Special Expenses
Policy
2015:10
2015 06
Administration and Finance
Campus Violence and Weapons Prohibition
Policy
2016:04
2015 09
Administration and Finance
Cash Handling and Deposits
Policy
2016:01
2015 07
Administration and Finance
Change Funds
Policy
2016:08
2016 02
Administration and Finance
Charitable Gift Annuity
Policy
n/a
2015 11
University Advancement and Marketing
Chemical Safety
Policy
2022:05
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Clery Act Compliance
Policy
2011:10
2011 05
Administration and Finance
Code of Student Community Standards
Policy and Procedure
n/a
n/a
Student Affairs
College of Arts, Sciences and Education
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
College of Business
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
College of Engineering Technology
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
College of Health Professions
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
College of Pharmacy
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Combined Personnel Transactions/ Individual Salary Increase
Policy
2005:16
2004 10
Human Resources
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Alcohol and Controlled Substances Testing
Policy
2004:02
2004 09
Administration and Finance
Compliance with State Regulations (Outside Michigan)
Policy
2015:2
2015 04
Academic Affairs
Computer Software
Policy
2000:16
2000 09
Administration and Finance
Computing Account and Access Management
Policy
2018:01
2017 11
Administration and Finance
Conflict of Interest
Policy
2024:01
2024 01
Administration and Finance
Conflict of Interest Policy for Investigators
Policy
2015:1
2017 02
Academic Affairs
Consignment of Equipment and Software for University Use Agreement
Agreement
n/a
2010 11
Administration and Finance
Consignment of Equipment and Software for University Use
Policy
2000:11
2000 09
Administration and Finance
Consulting Activities
Policy
2005:48
2004 10
Human Resources
Contracting
Policy
2019:03
2019 03
Administration and Finance
Contracting Authority Signature Delegation List
Resource
Administration and Finance
Corrective Action
Guideline
2005:07
2004 10
Human Resources
Course Scheduling
Policy
2002:3
2002 10
Academic Affairs
Course Scheduling
Guideline
n/a
2025 12
Academic Affairs
Credit Card Processing and Security
Policy
2016:07
2016 02
Administration and Finance
Credit Card Processing Approval / Authorization
Resource
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Credit for Non-Credit
Guideline and Procedures
n/a
2007 07
Academic Affairs
Data Classification
Policy
2019:05
2019 01
Administration and Finance
Data Handling Standards for All Data Users
Resource
2019:05
2019 01
Administration and Finance
Dean's List Requirements
Policy
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Developing Graduate Program
Policy
n/a
2023 03
Academic Affairs
Developmental Courses
Policy
2004:2
2004 06
Academic Affairs
Disabled Employees and ADA
Policy
2005:15
2004 10
Human Resources
Disposal of Surplus University Property
Policy
2025:06
2025 08
Administration and Finance
Emergency Preparedness
Resource
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Emeritus
Policy
2017:09
2017 04
Human Resources
Employee Dignity / Harassment / Discrimination
Policy
2005:51
2004 10
Human Resources
Employee Performance Evaluation
Policy
2014:05
2014 03
Human Resources
Employment Background Check
Policy
2013:01
2012 10
Human Resources
Endowment Pool Investment Policy
Policy
n/a
2023 08
University Advancement and Marketing
Energy and Water Use
Policy
2012:10
2012 06
Administration and Finance
Environmental Audit
Policy
1997:46
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Environmental Health and Safety
Policy
2015:03
2014 10
Administration and Finance
Equal Employment Opportunity
Policy
2005:04
2004 10
Human Resources
Excusing Students for University-Sponsored Functions
Policy
2001:4
2024 02
Academic Affairs
Exempt Employee Exception Time Reporting
Procedure
2005:55
2004 10
Human Resources
Facilities Use Agreement
Agreement
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Faculty Qualifications
Policy
2018:
2018 10
Academic Affairs
Faculty Residency Requirement
Policy
2014:1
2014 03
Academic Affairs
Ferris State University Seminar (FSUS) 100
Policy
2004:3
2004 06
Academic Affairs
Ferris Trademarks and Licensing
Resource
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Ferris Website
Policy and Procedure
2015:02
2014 10
Administration and Finance
Ferris Website
Guideline
2007:06
2012 08
Administration and Finance
Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress
Policy
n/a
2020 05
Student Affairs
Fire Alarm
Policy
2003:18
2003 12
Administration and Finance
Fire Safety
Policy
1997:41
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Flextime
Policy
2005:42
2004 10
Human Resources
Football Tailgate
Policy
2019:10
2019 04
Administration and Finance
Formatting Policy Theses, Dissertations, and Capstone Projects
Policy
n/a
2021 04
Academic Affairs
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Processing
Policy
2019:14
2019 04
Administration and Finance
Freedom of Speech on Campus
Statement
n/a
2009 11
Student Affairs
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Policy
Policy
2022:02
2022 01
Administration and Finance
Grade Change Appeal
Procedure
n/a
2018 09
Academic Affairs
Graduate Academic Dismissal Policy
Policy
n/a
2021 12
Academic Affairs
Graduate Academic Dismissal Appeal Procedure
Procedure
n/a
2021 12
Academic Affairs
Graduate Faculty Scholarship
Policy
n/a
2016 12
Academic Affairs
Graduate Program Admissions
Policy
n/a
2021 11
Academic Affairs
Graduate Project Assistant
Policy
2005:44
2004 10
Human Resources
Graduate, Professional and Doctoral Tuition
Policy
2015:11
2015 05
Administration and Finance
Graduation with Honors (Commencement)
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Grant / Gift / Contract Policy and Procedure
Policy and Procedure
2021:10
2021 10
Administration and Finance
Grant Guideline for Managing Facilities and Administrative Costs
Guideline
2021:10
2021 10
Administration and Finance
Graphic Standards
Resource
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Guidelines Governing Financial Accounting of FSU Computer-Related Acquisitions
Guideline
2007:03
2006 08
Administration and Finance
Handling of Gifts, Prizes, Award Money that is Given to Students
Policy
n/a
2015 05
Student Affairs
Hearing Conservation
Policy
1997:38
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Hiring
Policy
2005:05
2004 10
Human Resources
Hiring Approval Forms (HAFs)
Guideline
2018:
2018 08
Academic Affairs
Hiring Process Exceptions
Policy
2016:14
2016 06
Human Resources
Holiday Calendar
Policy
1999:6
1999 11
Academic Affairs
Holidays with Pay
Policy
2023:33
2004 10
Human Resources
Hybrid Work Policy
Policy and Procedure
2023:08
n/a
Human Resources
Hybrid Work Agreement Form
Form
n/a
n/a
Human Resources
Request
Identity Theft Prevention Program
Policy
2009:08
2009 05
Administration and Finance
Immigration/Visa Employment
Policy
2008:01
2008 03
Human Resources
Information Security
Policy
2011:04
2010 12
Administration and Finance
Information Security
Guideline
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Insurances
Policy
2005:39
2004 10
Human Resources
Intellectual Property Rights And Electronic Distance Learning Materials
Policy
2004:12
2004 10
Academic Affairs
Interim Assignment
Policy
2005:18
2004 10
Human Resources
Internet Course Listing
Policy
2011:4
2020 09
Academic Affairs
Intrusion Alarm
Policy
1997:25
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Job Sharing
Policy
2005:41
2004 10
Human Resources
Jury Duty Pay
Policy
2005:34
2004 10
Human Resources
Kendall College of Art and Design Technology Requirements
Resource
n/a
n/a
Kendall College of Art and Design
Key
Policy
2006:02
2006 03
Administration and Finance
Lease/Installment Purchase Agreement Review
Policy
1997:26
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Leaves of Absence - FMLA
Policy
2011:21
2010 11
Human Resources
Leaves of Absence - Jury Duty Leave
Policy
2005:26
2004 10
Human Resources
Leaves of Absence - Medical Leave
Policy
2005:22
2004 10
Human Resources
Leaves of Absence - Military Leave
Policy
2005:24
2004 10
Human Resources
Leaves of Absence - Political Leave
Policy
2005:25
2004 10
Human Resources
Leaves of Absence - Sabbatical Leave
Policy
2005:20
2004 10
Human Resources
Leaves of Absence - Unpaid Personal
Policy
2005:23
2004 10
Human Resources
Legal Representation and Indemnification
Policy
1999:10
1999 06
Administration and Finance
Management and Use of University Instructional Space
Policy
1999:2
1999 11
Academic Affairs
Medical Waste Management
Policy
1997:44
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Medical Withdrawal from the University
Policy
n/a
2024 02
Academic Affairs
Mercury Minimization
Policy
2015:06
2015 06
Administration and Finance
Michigan College of Optometry
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Military Duty Pay
Policy
2005:35
2004 10
Human Resources
Mobile Application Privacy
Policy
2018:05
2018 03
Administration and Finance
Motor Vehicle Parking and Traffic Regulations
Resource
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Moving Expenses
Policy
2016:13
2016 05
Human Resources
Nepotism And Favoritism
Policy
2005:19
2004 10
Human Resources
Network Operating Systems
Policy
1999:14
1999 10
Administration and Finance
Non-Discrimination Statement
Resource
n/a
n/a
Diversity and Inclusion
Operations of Motor Vehicles on Sidewalks and Lawns
Policy
2007:02
2006 08
Administration and Finance
Overtime and Compensatory Time for Non-Exempt Employees
Policy
2014:03
2013 08
Human Resources
Paid Personal Days
Policy
2005:30
2004 10
Human Resources
Part-Time Employment
Policy
2014:01
2013 07
Human Resources
Personal Assignment of University Vehicles
Policy
2003:15
2003 10
Administration and Finance
Personal Use of University Equipment
Policy
2014:05
2014 01
Administration and Finance
Cellphone Reimbursement
Policy
2024:06
Administration and Finance
Cellphone Reimbursement Procedure
Procedure
October 2024
Administration and Finance
Cell Phone Reimbursement Request
Form
October 2024
Administration and Finance
Cellular Communication Devices
Policy
2024:08
Administration and Finance
Personal Use of University Technology
Policy
1997:55
1997 12
Administration and Finance
Facilities Management Safety Manual
Resource
n/a
n/a
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Policy Review Process
Process
n/a
2020 06
Ferris State University
Political Activities of Employees
Policy
2005:28
2004 10
Human Resources
Portable Outdoor Event Structures
Policy
2004:04
2005 01
Administration and Finance
Posting Material Policy
Policy
n/a
2024 02
Student Affairs
Post Tenure Review
Policy and Procedure
n/a
2007 11
Academic Affairs
Preferred First Name
Policy
2022-1
2022 08
Student Affairs
Prioritization and Coordination of University Fundraising Activities
Policy
2013:07
2013 07
Administration and Finance
Privacy Policy for the Ferris State website (ferris.edu)
Policy
2021:02
2021 02
Administration and Finance
Probationary Period for Non-Bargaining Employees
Policy
2005:06
2004 10
Human Resources
Procedures for Implementation of Faculty Qualification Standards
Policy
2018:
2018 10
Academic Affairs
Program Academic Minors
Policy
2018:1
2018 01
Academic Affairs
Prohibited Romantic Relationships
Policy
2021:01
2020 12
Human Resources
Promotions and Transfers
Policy
2005:17
2004 10
Human Resources
Public Safety - HOMELAND SECURITY AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE PSBL
Policy
2004:01
2004 10
Administration and Finance
Purchasing
Policy
2020:01
2018 07
Administration and Finance
Readmission to the University After Academic Dismissal
Policy
4:10
2004 10
Academic Affairs
Recruitment Budget
Policy
2001:2
2001 05
Academic Affairs
Refunds for Students Called to Active Military Duty
Policy
2016:09
2016 02
Administration and Finance
Registered Student Organization
Handbook
n/a
n/a
Student Affairs
Registration and Academic Guide
Resource
n/a
n/a
Student Affairs
Release of Information About Students
Form
n/a
2007 07
Student Affairs
Release Time
Guideline and Procedures
2018:
2018 02
Academic Affairs
Release Time for Training and Professional Development
Policy
2015:01
2014 11
Human Resources
Religious Holidays
Policy
1999:6
1999 11
Academic Affairs
Reorganization or Renaming of College, Unit, or Department
Procedure
2025 10
Academic Affairs
Repeating an Undergraduate Course
Policy
2008:2
2008 12
Academic Affairs
Requirements for a Grade of "Incomplete"
Policy
2001:9
2024 02
Academic Affairs
Research Misconduct Policy
Policy
2024 03
Academic Affairs
Research Misconduct Procedures
Procedure
2024 03
Academic Affairs
Residence Life
Policy
2012:01
2012 03
Administration and Finance
Residence Life Policy Letter - Overnight Visitation Program RLP
Policy
2011:01
2011 02
Administration and Finance
Resignation
Policy
2005:45
2004 10
Human Resources
Respiratory Protection
Policy and Procedure
1997:42
1997 09
Administration and Finance
University College Tutoring Policies
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Retention of Student Work, Grade Records, and Grade Appeals
Policy
2010:3
2010 07
Academic Affairs
Retirement
Policy
2019:02
2019 06
Human Resources
Retirement Plans Investment
Policy
2017:03
2016 07
Human Resources
Review and Disposal of Surplus Real Estate
Policy
2004:06
2004 10
Administration and Finance
Rights and Permission Form for Electronic Thesis, Dissertation, or Capstone Project
Policy
n/a
2013 04
Academic Affairs
Risk Management
Policy
1997:29
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Risk Management and Insurance
Policy
2004:09
2004 10
Administration and Finance
Sabbatical Leave
Application and Guideline
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Salary Increase
Policy
2023:06
2004 10
Human Resources
Satisfactory Academic Progress (FASAP) (Financial Aid)
Resource
n/a
n/a
Financial Aid
Sexual Harassment Policy and Title IX Grievance Procedures
Policy
n/a
2020 08
Student Affairs
Sick Time and Short Term Disability
Policy
2019:01
2019 03
Human Resources
SLA Program Attendance and Workshop Policies
Resource
n/a
n/a
Academic Affairs
Social Media
Policy
2020:04
2020 10
University Advancement and Marketing
Social Security Number Privacy
Policy
2007:04
2006 09
Administration and Finance
Staff/Administrator Compensation for Adjunct Instruction
Guideline
2018:
2018 08
Academic Affairs
Student Complaint Policy
Policy
n/a
2020 03
Ferris State University
Student Fee
Policy
2017:02
2016 10
Administration and Finance
Student Financial Services Administrative Withdrawal University
Policy
2016:02
2015 07
Administration and Finance
Student Financial Services Student Refund
Policy
2019:15
2019 06
Administration and Finance
Student Internship Full-Time Financial Aid Status
Policy
n/a
2018 11
Academic Affairs
Student Use Of Respirators
Policy
1997:39
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Study Abroad
Policy
n/a
2023 09
Academic Affairs
Sunset Policy on Fulfilling Undergraduate Degree Requirements
Policy
2017 02
2020 08
Academic Affairs
Tax Sheltered Annuities
Policy
2005:49
2004 10
Human Resources
Temporary Employees
Policy
2005:03
2004 10
Human Resources
Termination Appeal
Procedure
2005:09
2004 10
Human Resources
Termination of Employment
Policy
2005:08
2004 10
Human Resources
Textbooks And Instructional Materials
Policy
2013:1
2013 10
Academic Affairs
The Ferris Foundation Bylaws
Bylaws
n/a
2024 6
University Advancement and Marketing
Time and Effort Certification Policy and Procedures
Policy
2019:04
2018 10
Administration and Finance
Time Reduction
Policy
2005:43
2004 10
Human Resources
Total Withdrawal and Refunds (Student Financial Services)
Resource
n/a
n/a
Student Financial Services
Trademark Licensing Program
Policy
2021:03
n/a
Administration and Finance
Transfer Credit
Policy
2001:6
2020 05
Academic Affairs
Transport of Sick and Injured
Policy
2008:10
2008 03
Administration and Finance
Transportation and Travel
Policy
2012:15
2023 12
Administration and Finance
Treatment of Students Injured in Class
Policy
1997:17
n/a
Administration and Finance
Tuition Benefits Program
Policy
2013:40
2013 05
Human Resources
Tuition Waiver and Tuition Specific Awards
Policy
2016:11
2016 02
Administration and Finance
Undergraduate Academic Probation / Academic Probation Warning
Policy
2009:02
2009 02
Academic Affairs
University Catalog
Policy
2004:14
2004 11
Academic Affairs
University Closing or Canceling of Classes
Policy
202301
202301
Administration and Finance
University Exclusive Beverage
Policy
2019:07
2019 02
Administration and Finance
University Programs and Activities Involving Minors
Policy
n/a
2018 04
Academic Affairs
University Rate Schedule
Resource
2026 - 2027
2026:01
Administration and Finance
University Records Management
Policy
2010:06
2010 01
Administration and Finance
Unmanned Aircraft System (Drone)
Policy
2018:02
2017 09
Administration and Finance
Unrestricted Funds and Other Temporary Funds
Policy
n/a
2010 03
University Advancement and Marketing
Use of Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility
Policy
2018:04
2017 11
Administration and Finance
Use of Electronic Signs
Policy
2011:01
2010 10
Administration and Finance
Use of Grounds
Guideline
n/a
2019 07
Student Affairs
Use of University Email
Policy
2017:06
2016 09
Administration and Finance
Use, Rental, and Lease of University Facilities
Policy
2012:14
2012 07
Administration and Finance
Use, Storage, and Disposal of PCB Equipment
Policy
1997:43
1997 09
Administration and Finance
Vacant Position Salaries
Policy and Procedure
2000:4
2000 05
Academic Affairs
Vacation
Policy
2005:32
2004 10
Human Resources
Volunteer Firefighters / Emergency First Responder Time Off
Policy
2006:01
2006 05
Human Resources
Wage Assignment
Policy
2007:05
2006 09
Administration and Finance
Waste Minimization Program
Policy
2002:04
2002 09
Administration and Finance
Workers' Compensation
Policy
2014:02
2013 07
Human Resources
Acquisition and Lease of Real Estate by the University
Policy
2004:07
Administration and Finance
Animals in University Facilities
Policy
2011:03
2010 10
Administration and Finance
Antivirus Software Requirement for Computing Devices
Policy
2015:05
2014 12
Chief Technology Officer, Information Technology Services (ITS)
Asbestos
Policy
2022:04
Administration and Finance
Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)
Policy
2005:09
Administration and Finance
Equipment Transactions
Form
2021:08
Administration and Finance
Employee or Independent Contractors
Policy
2021:01
Administration and Finance
Residence Life Policy Letter - Student Housing
Policy
2012:01
Administration and Finance
Additional Compensation
Policy
2005:37
Human Resources
Advanced Degrees
Policy
2013:38
Human Resources
Alcohol and Drug Use
Policy
2005:50
Human Resources
Job Share
Policy
2005:41
Human Resources
Academic Affairs Review, Revision, and Removal of Existing Policies
Procedure
Academic Affairs
CHP Steam and Distribution System Start-up
Policy and Procedure
Administration and Finance
Central Heating Plant, Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Intent to Contract
Policy and Procedure
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Handling and Disposal of Salvaged / Scrap Materials
Policy and Procedure
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Management of Overtime
Policy
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Operation of Motor Vehicles on Campus
Policy and Procedure
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Student Employee Work Guidelines
Policy
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Resource
Administration and Finance
Physical Plant, Facilities Management
Fixed Asset Capitalization Policy
Policy
2024:02
2024 04
Administration and Finance
Academic Forgiveness Policy
Policy
2022:05
2022 05
Academic Affairs
HIPAA Breach Notification Policy
Policy
Oct. 14, 2016
Security Incident Response Advisory Team
Contact
Board of Trustees
[email protected]
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