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ACAF
Academic Affairs
ADV
University Advancement
ATHL
Athletics
BTRU
Board of Trustees
BUSA
Business Affairs
BUSF
Business and Finance
EM
Emergency Management
EOP
Equal Opportunity Programs
FCMN
Facilities Management
HESA
Health and Safety
HR
Human Resources
IT
Information Technology
LESA
Law Enforcement and Safety
LIB
University Libraries
RCAM
Regional Campuses and Continuing Education
RSCH
Office of Research
STAF
Student Affairs and Academic Support
UNIV
University Administration
VMPS
Vehicle Management and Parking Services
Academic Affairs
ACAF 1.00
Recruitment and Appointment of Tenured, Tenure-Track and Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
ACAF 1.01
Recruitment and Appointment of Academic Administrators
ACAF 1.02
Evaluation of Academic Deans
ACAF 1.04
Student Evaluation of Courses
ACAF 1.05
Tenure Progress Review of Faculty: Third-Year Review
ACAF 1.06
Academic Titles for Faculty and Unclassified Academic Staff Positions
ACAF 1.15
Assignment of Collateral Duties or Transfer to Another Department
ACAF 1.16
Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
ACAF 1.18
Change of Status to and from Tenure-Track Faculty
ACAF 1.21
Appointment and Review of Endowed Chairs and Named Professorships
ACAF 1.24
Selection of Department Chairs
ACAF 1.30
Access to Tenure and Promotion Application Files
ACAF 1.31
Extension of Faculty Tenure-Track Probationary Period
ACAF 1.33
Intellectual Property Policy
ACAF 1.34
Use of Self-Authored Materials by Instructor
ACAF 1.39
Software
ACAF 1.50
Outside Professional Activities for Faculty
ACAF 1.60
Modified Duties Semester for Faculty
ACAF 1.61
Faculty Dual Career Accommodation
ACAF 1.70
Continuing Education
ACAF 1.71
Noncredit Certificate Programs
ACAF 1.72
Continuing Education Units
ACAF 2.00
Creation and Revision of Academic Programs
ACAF 2.00a
Creation and Revision of Academic Programs Appendices
ACAF 2.01
Establishment of Centers or Institutes
ACAF 2.02
Establishment and Modification of Academic Administrative Units
ACAF 2.03
Creation and Revision of Academic Courses
ACAF 2.03a
Creation and Revision of Academic Courses Appendices
ACAF 2.04
Dual Enrollment Courses
ACAF 2.06
International Academic Agreements
ACAF 3.03
Handling of Student Records
ACAF 3.05
Withdrawal of Students Called to Active Military Duty
ACAF 3.06
Establishing and Changing a Student's Official Name
ACAF 3.09
Registration Holds
ACAF 3.15
Classroom Scheduling
ACAF 3.21
Athletic Competitions During Final Exams
ACAF 3.40
Verification of Lawful Presence of Students
ACAF 3.60
Graduate Resident Tuition Rate for Highly Selective Fellowship Students
ACAF 3.70
Commencement Exercises (formerly BTRU 2.02)
ACAF 4.00
Graduate Assistantships
ACAF 7.03
Private Requests for University Data
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University Advancement
ADV 1.06
Fund Raising by the Development Office
ADV 5.00
Publications and Printed Materials
ADV 5.01
Academic Bulletins
ADV 5.02
USC Letterhead and Business Card
ADV 5.03
Periodicals Approval
ADV 5.04
University Printing Services
ADV 5.05
University Copier Center
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Athletics
ATHL 1.00
Intercollegiate Athletics--General
ATHL 2.00
Athletic Tickets--Faculty and Staff
ATHL 2.03
Athletic Tickets--Students
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Board of Trustees
BTRU 1.00
Statutory Basis of the University
BTRU 1.03
By-Laws of the Board of Trustees
BTRU 1.04
Authority to Sign Contracts
BTRU 1.06
Internal Audit
BTRU 1.09
Employment of Outside Legal Counsel
BTRU 1.12
Use of University of South Carolina Name
BTRU 1.15
University Personnel Expenditure Policy
BTRU 1.18
Conflict of Interest
BTRU 1.20
Dishonest Acts and Fraud
BTRU 1.30
Capital Planning Policy
BTRU 2.00
University Environmental Policy Statement
BTRU 2.01
Honorary Degree Recipients
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Business Affairs
BUSA 1.00
University Dining Services
BUSA 1.03
Catering for Student Organizations
BUSA 3.00
Textbook and Supplies Orders
BUSA 3.06
Office of Trademark and Licensing
BUSA 3.09
University Vending Services
BUSA 4.00
University Postal Services
BUSA 5.00
Fire Drills
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Business and Finance
BUSF 1.00
Travel
BUSF 1.08
Relocation Expenses
BUSF 2.00
Object of Expenditure Classification Codes
BUSF 2.03
Revenue Classification Codes
BUSF 2.06
Intra-Institutional Transfers (within USC)
BUSF 2.09
Inter-Departmental Transfers (between state agencies)
BUSF 2.12
Accounts Payable
BUSF 2.13
Honorariums and Royalties
BUSF 2.15
Accounts Payable--Check Writing Schedule
BUSF 2.18
Petty Cash
BUSF 2.19
Cash Advance--University Accounts
BUSF 3.00
Contract and Grant Accounting--Restricted Funds
BUSF 3.03
Contracts and Grants--Cost Charing
BUSF 3.06
Contracts and Grants--Participant Support
BUSF 3.09
Contracts and Grants--Consultant Services
BUSF 3.12
Contracts and Grants--Personnel Activity Reporting System
BUSF 3.15
Contracts and Grants--Closeouts
BUSF 3.19
Contracts and Grants--Elimination of Accounts Overdrafts
BUSF 3.30
Other Educational and General Program Accounts (E Funds)
BUSF 4.00
Academic Fees and Expenses
BUSF 4.03
Free Tuition Award Program
BUSF 4.04
Tuition Award Program
BUSF 4.05
Law School Educational Fee Waiver
BUSF 4.06
Refund of Academic Fees
BUSF 4.07
Study Abroad Refund
BUSF 4.09
Schedule of Fines
BUSF 4.10
Receipt and Handling of University Payments
BUSF 4.11
Credit/Debit Card Processing Policy
BUSF 4.12
University Identity Theft and Detection Program (NEW)
BUSF 5.00
Property Accountability
BUSF 5.50
Motor Vehicle Use on University Grounds
BUSF 6.00
Payroll Authorizations
BUSF 6.03
Payroll Frequency
BUSF 6.06
Payroll Checks--Items Withheld
BUSF 6.09
Distribution of Payroll Statements of Electronic Deposit and Payroll Checks
BUSF 6.11
University Employees Furnished Campus Housing
BUSF 7.00
Purchasing
BUSF 7.05
Reimbursement for Personal Consumption Items at Employee's Official Headquarters
BUSF 7.06
Employee Association/Professional Dues--Employee Personal Certifications--Employee License Fees (originally BUSF 1.09)
BUSF 7.07
Club Membership and Dues
BUSF 7.08
Cellular and Wireless Telephone Devices (formerly IT 2.18)
BUSF 8.01
Payroll Authorizations to Internationals
BUSF 9.10
Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
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Emergency Management
EM 1.00
Emergency Notification System Policy
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Equal Opportunity Programs
EOP 1.00
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action
EOP 1.01
Equal Opportunity Complaint Processing Procedures
EOP 1.02
Sexual Harassment
EOP 1.03
Discriminatory Harassment
EOP 1.04
Non-Discrimination Policy
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Facilities Management
FCMN 1.00
Procurement of Architectural/Engineering and Other Professional Services Related to Construction
FCMN 1.03
Leasing of Real Property
FCMN 1.05
Leasing/Rental of State-Owned Property to Non-University Parties
FCMN 1.06
Establishment of Permanent Improvement Projects
FCMN 2.03
Facilities Customer Service and Call Center
FCMN 2.06
Building Maintenance for Academic/General Areas
FCMN 2.09
Ground Management (Landscaping & Environmental Services)
FCMN 2.15
Campus Utilities and Energy Distribution
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Health and Safety
HESA 1.00
Investigation of Fires
HESA 1.01
Fire Alarms
HESA 1.02
Reporting Fires
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Human Resources
HR 0.00
Policy Disclaimer
HR 1.00
Freedom of Information Policy (MOVED TO UNIV 2.00)
HR 1.01
Drug-Free Workplace
HR 1.02
University of South Carolina Ethics Policy
HR 1.03
Annual Leave
HR 1.06
Sick Leave
HR 1.07
Family and Medical Leave
HR 1.09
Other Leave With Pay
HR 1.10
Leave Transfer Policy
HR 1.12
Leave Without Pay
HR 1.15
Holiday Leave
HR 1.18
Hazardous Weather and Emergency Leave
HR 1.21
Educational Leave
HR 1.24
Appointment, Transfer, Promotion of Classified, Research Grant, Time- Limited or Unclassified Staff Employees
HR 1.27
Nepotism
HR 1.30
Outside Employment
HR 1.33
Labor
HR 1.34
Evaluation of Officers of the University and Administrators Reporting to the President
HR 1.36
Performance Appraisal for Classified Employees
HR 1.37
Pay for Performance
HR 1.39
Disciplinary Action and Termination for Cause
HR 1.42
Grievance
HR 1.45
Reduction-in-Force
HR 1.48
Solicitation and Distribution
HR 1.51
Professional Development for University Personnel
HR 1.54
Floater Services
HR 1.57
Separation from University Service
HR 1.60
Lactation Support Policy
HR 1.61
USC Tuition Assistance Policy
HR 1.63
State Service Award Program
HR 1.66
Worker's Compensation
HR 1.69
Official Personnel Files and Records Release
HR 1.77
Bonuses
HR 1.78
Dual Employment
HR 1.79
Salary Supplements
HR 1.81
Summer Compensation for Faculty
HR 1.84
Minimum Wage and Overtime Compensation
HR 1.85
Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions
HR 1.90
Job Reference and Background Checks
HR 2.00
Post-TERI and Post-Retirement Employment
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Information Technology
IT 1.00
Information Technology Procurement
IT 1.06
Acceptable Use of Information Technology
IT 1.08
Computer Software Licensing and Distribution
IT 2.18
Cellular and Wireless Telephones and Devices (now BUSF 7.08)
IT 3.00
Information Security
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Law Enforcement and Safety
LESA 1.03
Bomb Threat
LESA 3.03
Reporting Disturbances
LESA 3.06
Reporting Loss or Theft of University Property
LESA 3.09
Reporting Serious Illness/Injury Via the Telephone Emergency Line
LESA 3.12
Alarm and Video Security Systems
LESA 3.15
Registration and Parking of Bicycles
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University Libraries
LIB 1.00
University Libraries--General
LIB 1.01
University Libraries-Misuses and Penalties
LIB 1.02
Library Annex and Conservation Facility
LIB 1.03
Archives and Record Management
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Regional Campuses and Continuing Education
RCAM 1.00
Regional Campuses--General
RCAM 1.03
Regional Campuses--Academic Employment
RCAM 1.06
Regional Campuses--Revolving Funds
RCAM 1.09
Regional Campuses--Financial Aid
RCAM 1.12
Regional and Four-Year Campuses--Interlibrary Loan
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Office of Research
RSCH 1.00
Misconduct in Research and Scholarship
RSCH 1.01
Debarment and Suspension in Federally Sponsored Projects
RSCH 1.02
Sponsored Programs Administered through USC Foundations
RSCH 1.03
Research and Human Subjects
RSCH 1.04
Compliance with Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995
RSCH 1.05
Data Access and Retention
RSCH 5.03
Care and Use of Laboratory Animals (Formerly ACAF 5.03)
RSCH 5.04
Protocol for Reporting Misuse of Animals (Formerly ACAF 5.04)
RSCH 5.05
Inspection of USC Animal Facilities by Non-USC Personnel (Formerly ACAF 5.05)
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Student Affairs and Academic Support
STAF 1.01
Registered Status for Religious Workers
STAF 1.02
Carolinian Creed
STAF 1.03
HIV/AIDS Policy
STAF 1.04
University Student Identification Cards
STAF 1.05
Constitution of Student Government
STAF 1.06
Treasurer's Manual for Student Organization
STAF 1.07
Student Suicide Attempts, Threats, or Gestures
STAF 1.08
Sexual Assault Policies and Services
STAF 1.09
Relationship Violence and Stalking Policy
STAF 2.01
Blatt Physical Education Center
STAF 2.03
Conduct at Recreational Facilities
STAF 2.06
User Fee
STAF 2.09
Sports Clubs
STAF 3.01
Advisors for Student Organizations
STAF 3.02
University Policy and Guidelines on the Use of Alcohol by Students
STAF 3.05
Hazing
STAF 3.06
Eligibility Requirements for Student Participation in Intramural Sports
STAF 3.07
Campus Recreation--Risk Statement
STAF 3.08
Student Media Policy
STAF 3.10
Student Organizations
STAF 3.11
Posting Promotional Material, Including Banners
STAF 3.12
Off-Campus Speakers
STAF 3.13
Insurance for Sports Clubs
STAF 3.14
Eligibility and Membership in Sports Clubs
STAF 3.15
Removal of Editors or Managers of Student Media
STAF 3.16
Outdoor Recreation Rental Equipment
STAF 3.17
Campus Solicitation
STAF 3.18
Drug Policy for University Students
STAF 3.22
Fund Raising by Student Organizations
STAF 3.23
Outdoor Event Registration
STAF 3.24
Sports Club Program
STAF 3.25
Use of University Facilities
STAF 3.26
Procedures for Accommodating Distinguished Guests
STAF 3.27
Russell House University Union Catering Policy
STAF 4.00
Single Undergraduate Housing (Academic Year)
STAF 4.01
Housing Fees (formerly STAF 4.03)
STAF 4.02
Graduate and Family Housing (formerly STAF 4.01)
STAF 4.03
University Housing Policies and Regulations (Formerly STAF 4.04)
STAF 4.04
Visitation (formerly STAF 4.13)
STAF 4.05
Housing Contract Appeals Committee
STAF 4.06
Capstone Conference Center (formerly BUSA 2.06)
STAF 4.11
Resident Student Conduct (replaces STAF 5.01)
STAF 4.12
Procedures for Responding to Violations (replaces STAF 5.03)
STAF 4.14
Emergency Removal or Relocation (formerly STAF 5.04)
STAF 6.00
Disability Discrimination
STAF 6.01
Personal Care Attendant Policy
STAF 6.02
Support Services and Accommodations for Students with Diagnosed Learning Disabilities
STAF 6.03
Adapted Housing Policy
STAF 6.11
Veterans Services Eligibility Policy
STAF 6.12
University VA Policies and Procedures
STAF 6.25
Academic Responsibility - The Honor Code
STAF 6.26
Student Code of Conduct
STAF 6.27
Student Grievance Policy--Non-Academic
STAF 6.28
Academic Freedom
STAF 6.29
Student Mental Health Disturbances (formerly STAF 8.05)
STAF 6.30
Academic Grievance Policy
STAF 6.31
Use of Bicycles, Skateboards, In-line Skates, and Similar Conveyances on University Property
STAF 6.40
Financial Certification Requirements for International Student Applicants
STAF 6.41
One-Time Enrollment Fee for International Students
STAF 7.00
Mandatory Health Insurance Requirement for Graduate and International Students (Formerly STAF 6.42)
STAF 7.01
Eligibility and Charges for Student Health Services
STAF 7.03
Immunization Requirements (Measles MMR, Tuberculosis PPD, and Meningitis)
STAF 7.04
Student Health Services in Unusual Situations or Disasters
STAF 7.05
Emergency Health Care and Emergency Transportation
STAF 7.07
Validation of Student Visits
STAF 7.08
Student Health Fee
STAF 7.09
Dismissal of Patient from Care
STAF 7.10
Client Eligibility for the Counseling and Human Development Center (formerly STAF 6.10)
STAF 8.00
Visitor Center Leasing Policies and Procedures
STAF 8.11
Eligibility to Use Services of the Career Center
STAF 8.15
Reciprocal Services for Students from Other Institutions
STAF 8.17
Employer Eligibility to Use Career Center Services
STAF 9.25
Financial Aid Bulletin
STAF 10.01
Student Membership - Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center
STAF 10.02
Current and Retired Faculty and Staff Membership - Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center
STAF 10.03
Spouse Membership - Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center
STAF 10.04
Locker and Towel Rental - Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center
STAF 10.05
Guest Policy - Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center
STAF 10.06
General Information Policies - Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center
STAF 10.07
Climbing Wall - Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center
STAF 10.09
Outdoor Recreation Trip Programs, Clinics and Equipment Check-Out
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University Administration
UNIV 1.00
Policy on Policies
UNIV 1.50
Data Access (Formerly ACAF 7.02)
UNIV 2.00
Freedom of Information Policy (Formerly HR 1.00)
UNIV 3.00
Emergency Management Team
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Vehicle Management and Parking Services
VMPS 1.00
Motor Vehicle Registration (formerly LESA 2.00)
VMPS 2.00
Vehicle Traffic and Parking (formerly LESA 2.03)
VMPS 4.00
Motor Pool Operations (formerly LESA 4.00)
VMPS 5.00
Leasing and Renting Non-USC Owned Vehicles (formerly LESA 4.03)
VMPS 6.00
Vehicle Insurance and Accident Policy (NEW)
VMPS 7.00
Carolina Shuttle Systems (formerly LESA 4.09)
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