Cornell has established a standard policy document and review process to achieve consistency, appropriateness, and ease of understanding of, ease of access to, and compliance with university policies. The university charges the University Policy Office with the responsibility to manage this standard document and process and related systems, and to assist others to engage them effectively.
The official record of a university policy that is presented in a standard format or “template” to facilitate consistency, clarity, and conciseness.
The front page of the document template carries the “Policy Statement” and "Reason for Policy." Included in the rest of the document are the “Principles,” which detail the fundamental provisions or requirements of the policy; and “Procedures,” which specify the tasks required to deliver these provisions or requirements. While the Principles express the immutable purpose of the policy, the Procedures are susceptible to change, particularly when new technology or best practice emerges. Official policy documents carry the seal of the university on the first page.
Sample Official University Policy Template
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