Disposition Table by Title
2005-2006 Organization Chart
The policy is deleted.
10.9
December, 2008
Academic Common Market
Individual exemption policies related to Chapter 54 of the Texas Education Code have been consolidated into new policy 2.2.10, Exemptions and Waivers from Tuition and Fees. This policy has been deleted.
2.2.15
December, 2011
Academic Computing Consulting Policy
UNT Policy 3.5 has been deleted. Policy is no longer accurate, is procedural in nature, and is not necessary. Deleted 10/8/2012.
3.5
October, 2012
Accountholder Responsibility
UNT Policy 2.1.10 was revised to eliminate the requirement that DeptID holders certify monthly financial transactions for which this individual is the holder of record. Effective 4/3/2012.
2.1.10
April, 2012
Accountholder Responsibility
Requires that all funds entrusted to and all financial transactions made by its employees shall be managed in accordance with applicable university policies and procedures. Effective 9/22/2011.
2.1.10
September, 2011
Accounting System Coding Procedures
The policy is deleted. The policy provided a statement regarding the need for the appropriate coding of expenditures. Help with coding is available through Purchasing and Payment Services. The deletion is effective 6/22/2010.
2.1.12
June, 2010
Administrative Procedures Regarding Academic Workloads and Merit Evaluation of Faculty
The policy is deleted upon the revision of UNT Policy 15.1.9, Academic Workload and Merit Evaluation of Faculty.
15.1.22
August, 2008
Affiliated Entities
Affiliated Entities sets forth the rules governing the relationship between a private donor or an organization designed to further the mission and goals of the University of North Texas (UNT) and UNT and its employees, as required by Regents Rule 09.500 and section 2255.001 of the Texas Government Code. This policy establishes the framework within which the UNT will work with affiliated organizations. This policy is effective as of 7/21/2011.
9.001
July, 2011
Animal Care and Use Policy
Non-substantively revised to more accurately reflect responsible party and correct titles. Effective 8/31/2011.
16.12.3.1
August, 2011
Annual Campus Safety Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities that participate in federal financial aid programs to keep and disclose information about crime on and near their respective campuses. The policy (formerly "Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act") is revised to include greater detail on how the University compiles and prepares its annual crime security awareness report/brochure. Revisions to this policy are effective as of 2/23/2010.
18.1.15
February, 2010
Art in Public Places
The newly developed policy establishes a process to review, approve, maintain, and remove permanent or long-term art installed in public places on the University’s campus. The policy is effective as of 12/6/2010.
8.8
December, 2010
Award Management of Sponsored Projects
The newly developed policy sets out requirements related to the award management of sponsored projects. The policy is effective as of 11/19/2010.
16.12.3.10
November, 2010
Biosafety Policy
Non-substantive revision to update VP area responsible and update department names. Effective 8/11/2011.
16.12.3.4
August, 2011
Budget Adjustments
Establishes guidelines for allowable departmental budget adjustments and defines specific restrictions for budget adjustments. Effective 8/31/2011.
2.3.1
August, 2011
Bylaws of the Federation of North Texas Area Universities
The policy is deleted. Federation Bylaws are now maintained by the Texas Woman's University. Approval for any revisions to the Federation Bylaws are enacted by vote of the Federation Council--now comprised of graduate deans or provost designees of the three Federation universities: Texas A&M Commerce, Texas Woman's University, and the University of North Texas. The official Federation Bylaws are located on the TWU website. The deletion is effective as of 5/3/2010.
18.4.4
May, 2010
CARE Assessment Team and Involuntary Student Medical Withdrawal
The newly developed policy establishes procedures necessary to ensure due process regarding possible involuntary medical withdrawals. The CARE Team has the ability to recommend a student be administratively withdrawn from the University. This process no longer exists within the UNT Policy 18.1.11, Code of Student Conduct.
18.1.21
January, 2010
Cash Handling Controls
The policy is revised to clarify the responsibilities of each university department that accepts cash for university business. Additionally, all guidelines and internal administrative procedures have been removed from the policy and transferred to a document maintained by Student Accounting & University Cashiering. Revisions to this policy are effective 9/30/2010.
2.1.10.1
September, 2010
Catering
The policy is deleted. Policy provides procedures and operational guidelines for catering an event at the University Union. Detailed information and procedures for catering an event at the Union may be found in the Catering Guide.
6.8.1.9
October, 2009
Central Receiving
UNT Policy 4.1 was non-substantively revised for clarity and to identify responsible party. Effective 5/23/2012.
4.1
May, 2012
Charter of the Faculty Senate
The policy is revised as of 8/2010. Please see policy for details.
13.1
August, 2010
Check Cashing
The policy is deleted.The Student Accounting and University Cashiering Services department no longer provides check cashing service. Employees may still cash personal checks at the Union. The deletion is effective 6/22/2010.
2.2.30
June, 2010
Children of Deceased and Missing Military Service Members
Individual exemption policies related to Chapter 54 of the Texas Education Code have been consolidated into new policy 2.2.10, Exemptions and Waivers from Tuition and Fees. This policy has been deleted.
2.2.5
December, 2011
Children of Disabled State Employees
Individual exemption policies related to Chapter 54 of the Texas Education Code have been consolidated into new policy 2.2.10, Exemptions and Waivers from Tuition and Fees. This policy has been deleted.
2.2.8
December, 2011
Children of Prisoners of War or Persons Missing in Action
Individual exemption policies related to Chapter 54 of the Texas Education Code have been consolidated into new policy 2.2.10, Exemptions and Waivers from Tuition and Fees. This policy has been deleted.
2.2.9
December, 2011
Claims Accounting Department
The policy is deleted. The policy provided only a description of the Purchasing and Payment Services (PPS) Department and details on the duties and responsibilities of the PPS Assistant Director and PPS Senior Associate Director. The deletion is effective 6/22/2010.
2.1.1
June, 2010
Code of Student Conduct
UNT Policy 18.1.11 was revised to comply with recent changes to Title IX. Effective 1/31/2012.
18.1.11
January, 2012
Computing Center General Policies
UNT Policy 3.1 has been deleted. Policy is outdated and does not serve any function. Deleted 10/8/2012.
3.1
October, 2012
Conferring of Emeritus
The policy is revised to provide clarity to the eligibility criteria.
15.1.18
January, 2009
Constitution for the Student Government Association
The policy is deleted. The Student Government Association (SGA) Constitution may be found on the SGA website.
18.4.3
November, 2009
Contributions to Charitable Organizations
The policy is deleted. The policy provided information on voluntary employee participation in the State Employees Charitable Campaign (SECC). Detailed information on the UNT SECC campaign may be found on the SECC website. The deletion is effective as of 5/12/2010.
1.2.11
May, 2010
Course and Curriculum Development
The policy is revised to include a statement regarding the University’s established procedures for approving substantive changes to its academic programs and ensuring timely notification to the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
As a standard for accreditation, SACS approval is required before the University may initiate any substantive change. Substantive change is defined by SACS as a significant modification or expansion of the nature and scope of an accredited institution. The University’s SACS Liaison (Dr. Allen Clark) is responsible for developing and implementing procedures necessary to ensure compliance with SACS requirements. Revisions to this policy are effective as of 4/7/2010.
15.2.3
April, 2010
Credit Hour Policy
New policy created to ensure compliance with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board legislation 34 CFR 600.2. Effective 6/30/2011.
06.1001
June, 2011
Criminal History Background Checks
UNT Policy 1.2.17 was revised to consolidate UNT policy 1.2.16, Criminal History Background Checks, Faculty, in addition to establishing administrative procedures in support of policy objectives. Effective 2/22/2012.
1.2.17
February, 2012
Criminal History Background Checks, Faculty
UNT Policy 1.2.16 has been consolidated into 1.2.17, Criminal History Background Checks for Security Sensitive Positions, which includes both faculty and staff. Deleted 4/9/2012.
1.2.16
April, 2012
Deaf or Blind Student
Individual exemption policies related to Chapter 54 of the Texas Education Code have been consolidated into new policy 2.2.10, Exemptions and Waivers from Tuition and Fees. This policy has been deleted.
2.2.7
December, 2011
Decorations
The policy is deleted. Policy provides procedures and guidelines to decorate for an event held at the University Union.
6.8.1.17
October, 2009
DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing of Commercial Drivers
Revised to correct and clarify procedures set forth in the policy. Effective 10/1/2011.
1.2.14
October, 2011
Drug-Free Workplaces
UNT Policy 16.6 was non-substantively revised to remove references to the Faculty Handbook which are no longer applicable. Effective 10/8/2012.
16.6
October, 2012
Duties and Responsibilities of Executive Officers and Staff Reporting to the President
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the position.
10.12
December, 2008
Duties and Responsibilities of the Vice President for Development
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the position.
10.12.5
December, 2008
Duties and Responsibilities of the Vice President for Student Development
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the position.
10.12.6
December, 2008
Duties and Responsibilities of the Associate Vice President for Planning
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the position.
10.12.9
December, 2008
Duties and Responsibilities of the Associate Vice President, Office of Equity and Diversity
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the position.
10.12.11
December, 2008
Duties and Responsibilities of the Director of Athletics
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the position.
10.12.13
December, 2008
Duties and Responsibilities of the Faculty Executive Assistant to the President
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the position.
10.12.8
December, 2008
Duties and Responsibilities of the President, University of North Texas
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the position.
10.12.16
December, 2008
Duties and Responsibilities of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the position.
10.12.1
December, 2008
Duties and Responsibilities of the Senior Vice President for Administration
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the position.
10.12.2
December, 2008
Duties and Responsibilities of the Vice President for Finance and Business
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the position.
10.12.3
December, 2008
Duties and Responsibilities of the Vice President for Research and technology Transfer
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the position.
10.12.15
December, 2008
Duties and Responsibilities of the Vice President for University Relations
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the position.
10.12.10
December, 2008
Electronic and Information Resources
The newly created policy establishes a process to ensure electronic and information resources (EIRS) are accessible to all members of the University community. The University designates the CITC Director of Administration and Compliance to serve as the EIR Accessibility Coordinator to develop, support, and maintain the accessibility policy, in accordance with the statute.
5.2
July, 2009
Electronic and Information Resources Accessibility Policy
UNT policy 5.2 was non-substantively revised update links to resources and to restore those resource links that were broken. Effective 08/06/2012.
5.2
August, 2012
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) of Salary
The policy is deleted. The policy provided details on the Electronic Funds Transfer of an employee’s salary which allows paychecks to be automatically deposited into the employee’s designated account on payday. This information is already available on the Human Resources (HR) and Purchasing and Payment Services (PPS) websites.The Authorization Agreement For Electronic Funds Transfer of Salary Form is available on the HR website, in the New Hire Process section. Information related to reimbursements through travel or ePro requisitions by means of an electronic funds transfer is located on the PPS website .The deletion is effective 6/22/2010.
1.5.5
June, 2010
Emergency Student Loan Program
The policy is revised to reflect changes to state law allowing the University the option to charge students who borrow money through the loan program: 1) an origination fee of not more than 1.25 percent of the amount of the loan or 2) interest on the loan at a rate of not more than five (5) percent per year. Beginning in fall 2010, the policy authorizes the Student Accounting and University Cashier Services to charge a one-time 1 percent origination fee on all emergency student loans, in lieu of charging a five (5) percent annual percentage rate for these emergency loans. Revisions to this policy are effective 7/6/2010.
2.2.29
July, 2010
Employee Assistance Program
This policy is a benefit program and does not meet the definition of a policy. The EAP will be referenced in any policies that are applicable and information regarding this program is located on the HR website under the EAP Toolkit. This policy has been deleted.
1.7.8
December, 2011
Employment of Individuals with Disabilities/Workplace Accommodation
UNT Policy 1.2.5 was revised to comply with applicable statutes. Effective 4/3/2012.
1.2.5
April, 2012
Employment of Relatives (Nepotism Rule)
UNT Policy 1.2.6 was revised to comply with Regents Rule 05.300, Nepotism. Effective 1/31/2012.
1.2.6
January, 2012
Endowment Policy
The policy was approved by the Board of Regents with no changes on 8/19/2010.
7.6
August, 2010
Endowments for Academic Positions
UNT Policy 7.4 was consolidated into policy 7.2, Fundraising and Private Support. Deleted 3/30/2012.
7.4
March, 2012
Exemptions and Waivers from Tuition and Fees
This new UNT policy consolidates existing policies dealing with exemptions and waivers from tuition and fees defined in Chapter 54 of the Texas Education Code. By consolidating several policies into one, it will assist students/faculty/staff in locating information concerning waivers and exemptions. This policy is effective 12/22/2011.
2.2.10
December, 2011
Exit Meeting and Termination Clearance
The policy is deleted. The policy contained procedural information on conducting exit meetings and final termination clearance for faculty and staff that leave UNT due to retirement, resignation, dismissal, layoff, or other form of termination. Information regarding retirement and ending employment already exists on the HR website in the Managers and Supervisors Toolkit.
1.3.16
May, 2010
Export Controls
This newly developed policy ensures compliance with export control laws and regulations implemented by the U.S. Dept. of Commerce through its Export Administration Regulations (EAR), by the U.S. Dept. of State through its International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and by the U.S. Treasury Dept. through its Office of Foreign Assets Cotnrol (OFAC). This policy is effective as of 8/19/2011.
16.13
August, 2011
Faculty Development Leave Policy and Guidelines
UNT Policy 15.1.11 has been non-substantively revised to require a summary report of the activities undertaken during the leave period to be submitted to the Development Leave Committee within six months after completion of the leave. This is a change from the former four-month requirement. Effective 3/30/2012.
15.1.11
March, 2012
Faculty/Staff/Retiree/Dependent Educational Scholarship
UNT Policy 2.2.14 was revised to extend the dependent's age from 25 to 26 concerning eligibility for scholarship benefits. Effective 5/11/2012.
2.2.14
May, 2012
Faculty/Staff/Retiree/Dependent Educational Scholarship
Revised to incorporate terminology referred to in Board of Regents Order 2010-13. Specifically, "UNT System" is used to mean both UNT and the UNT Health Science Center. Effective 10/19/2011.
2.2.14
October, 2011
Fee Waivers--Off Campus Classes
Individual exemption policies related to Chapter 54 of the Texas Education Code have been consolidated into new policy 2.2.10, Exemptions and Waivers from Tuition and Fees. This policy has been deleted.
2.2.13
December, 2011
Fees Related to Instruction
Outlines and defines the fees and other charges related to instruction for which statutory authority is provided to UNT. Effective 8/31/2011.
2.3.2
August, 2011
FERPA Policy
In response to new federal interpretations, as well as to meet the needs of the University of North Texas faculty, staff and students, UNT has implemented a revised FERPA policy that is effective immediately.
Key changes to the policy affect many faculty and staff members who have access to students’ records. Most notable of the changes are revisions to those items listed as “Directory Information,” which is information typically allowed to be released without student consent, unless the student has requested that their directory information be withheld.
18.1.9
August, 2011
Financial Exigency Policy
UNT Policy 15.1.26 was non-substantively revised to remove references to the Faculty Handbook which are no longer applicable. Effective 10/8/2012.
15.1.26
October, 2012
Flexible Work Schedule
The newly created policy establishes a process for full-time regular staff to request a flexible work schedule.
1.3.25
January, 2009
Free Speech and Public Assembly on Campus Grounds
UNT Policy 18.4.8 was revised to limit expression on campus grounds to specified time periods and regulation of outdoor structures used for purposes of expressive speech to require advance reservation for use and to prohibit fully enclosed structures. Effective 4/17/2012.
18.4.8
April, 2012
Free Speech and Public Assembly on Campus Grounds
The policy (formerly "Free Speech and Public Assembly") is revised to modify the time, place, and manner restrictions for expressive activity on campus grounds.
18.4.8
November, 2009
Fundraising and Private Support
This policy was revised to consolidate policies 7.2, Fundraising and Support; 7.3, Gifts to/for Endowments; and 7.4, Endowments for Academic Position. Effective 10/27/2011.
7.2
October, 2011
General Information
The policy is deleted. Policy provides general rules and information for Union operations that already exists in the Union's “House Guidelines." This information may be accessed on the Union website.
6.8.1.1
October, 2009
Gifts To/From Endowments
UNT Policy 7.3 was consolidated into policy 7.2, Fundraising and Private Support. Deleted 3/30/2012.
7.3
March, 2012
Good Neighbor Scholarship
Individual exemption policies related to Chapter 54 of the Texas Education Code have been consolidated into new policy 2.2.10, Exemptions and Waivers from Tuition and Fees. This policy has been deleted.
2.2.6
December, 2011
Graduate Faculty Membership
The policy is revised to outline the process and conditions for appointing Graduate Faculty at UNT.
15.1.5
October, 2009
Graduate Fellowship/Research Assistantship Load Specifications
This revision will treat research assistants in the same manner as teaching assistants and teaching fellows regarding SCH (semester credit hour) enrollment as a condition of summer employment. Currently teaching assistants and teaching fellows are not required under analogous policy 15.1.27 to register for SCH in the summer as a condition of employment. This will ensure both equality of treatment and prevent students from enrolling in excessive SCH as a condition of employment rather than for pedagogical purposes. Effective 10/10/2011
18.3.13
October, 2011
Graduate Student Council
The policy is deleted. The charter/bylaw for the Graduate Student Council may be found under the "Charters & Bylaws" section of the University Policy Office website. The deletion is effective as of 5/3/2010.
18.4.4
May, 2010
Grants and Contracts Related to Sponsored Projects
The newly developed policy sets forth requirements related to the negotiation and acceptance of grants and contracts related to or arising from sponsored project efforts. The policy is effective as of 11/19/2010.
16.12.3.9
November, 2010
Grievance Policy
UNT Policy 1.7.2 was revised to reflect process/procedural changes in accordance with System Regulation pertaining to condition of employment. Effective 6/5/2012.
1.7.2
June, 2012
Grievance Policy
Significantly revised to correct and clarify procedures set forth in policy. This policy revision closely mirrors the HSC policy. Effective 10/18/2011.
1.7.2
October, 2011
Guidelines for Faculty Participation in Instructional Units
The policy is deleted upon adoption of UNT Policy 13.9, Shared Governance and the Role of Advisory Committees and Administration.
13.2
January, 2010
High School Honor Graduate
Individual exemption policies related to Chapter 54 of the Texas Education Code have been consolidated into new policy 2.2.10, Exemptions and Waivers from Tuition and Fees. This policy has been deleted.
2.2.4
December, 2011
HIV/AIDS Education and Prevention
The policy is deleted. The policy provided only a cross-reference to UNT Policy 1.3.20, HIV/AIDS Education and Prevention Policy. Information about HIV/AIDS Education may be found by accessing the official policy (1.3.20). The deletion is effective as of 2/27/2010.
18.5.4
February, 2010
Honorary Degree Award
The policy is revised to improve clarity to the eligibility criteria, guidelines for the nomination process, approval process, and the composition of the Honorary Degree Committee.
15.1.16
January, 2009
Human Resources Department
The policy is deleted. The policy contained descriptive information about the role of the Human Resources Department. Information about the HR Department may be found on the HR website. The deletion is effective as of 5/12/2010.
1.1.2
May, 2010
Human Subjects Research Policy
This revised IRB policy is to update a seriously out-dated policy. This revision structurally mirrors the new policy developed for UNT-Dallas and approved by General Counsel. Effective 9/22/2011.
16.12.3.2
September, 2011
Information Systems Management
The policy is deleted. Policy provides details on the major job duties and responsibilities of the senior administrator of Research Services.
16.12.4
May, 2009
Information Ticket Center Sales
The policy is deleted. Policy provides administrative procedures for purchasing tickets at the Information Center. Information on ticket sales may be found at: http://www.unt.edu/union/infocenter3.htm.
6.8.1.6
October, 2009
Introduction to Human Resources (Personnel)
This policy does not meet the definition of a policy and has been deleted.
1.1.1
December, 2011
Investment Policy
The policy was approved by the Board of Regents with no changes on 8/19/2010. Annually, the policy is submitted as a submission to the Board for approval, in accordance with Regents Rule 10.100.
11.5
August, 2010
Lyceum
The policy is deleted. Policy provides the process to reserve space at the Lyceum.
6.8.1.15
October, 2009
Military Leave
The policy [formerly named "Military Leave Employees (Annual or Short Term)" policy] is revised to reflect the University's commitment to comply with the requirements of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). USERRA protects the job rights of employees who are called to active duty or authorized training with the Armed Forces of the United States. The revision combines this policy and the superseded UNT Policy 1.4.9, Military Leave (Extended) Reinstatement of Veterans into one comprehensive policy. The revision is effective 7/14/2010.
1.4.8
July, 2010
Military Leave (Extended) Reinstatement of Veterans
The policy is deleted. Pertinent content for the policy is combined with revised UNT Policy 1.4.8, Military Leave. The deletion is effective 7/14/2010.
1.4.9
July, 2010
Naming Policy
The policy (formerly "Naming of Facilities or Programs") is revised to establish minimum standards, consistent definitions, and general procedures to guide staff and donors in discussing naming opportunities.
19.6
February, 2009
New DeptIDs
Title change from “New Accounts.” Establishes guidelines for creating new university deptids and requires compliance with established regulations for university funds. Effective 8/31/2011.
2.3.3
August, 2011
Non-Discrimination/Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and Non-Retaliation
UNT Policy 1.3.7 was non-substantively revised to eliminate references to the Faculty Handbook which is no longer applicable. Effective 10/8/2012.
1.3.7
October, 2012
Notification Regarding Missing Resident Students
The Higher Education Opportunity Act requires the University to maintain a missing student notification policy and protocol for on-campus residents. The newly developed policy creates a formal process for allowing students to identify a confidential contact in case the student is reported missing. The policy is effective as of 2/23/2010.
18.1.22
February, 2010