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This policy is being revised as the previous version had not been updated since 1982. The updates will reflect current university practice.

This policy has been developed to allow graduate students enrolled in a non-formula-funded (Option III) programs to be appointed to provide course support for online, non-formula-funded courses and programs.

This policy is being updated as the current policy has not been updated since September 1, 1992, and the language in the current policy is outdated. In addition, the termination appeal process is being streamlined to make it more accessible to separated employees. The scope of the policy is being refined, processes have been aligned with HOP 3-3031 and clearer language for the processes governed by the policy has been provided.

This policy is being retired as it is redundant and the information is contained in the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report, published each year on or before October 1.

This policy is being revised as Effort Certification is no longer being required with Uniform Guidance. The new guidance indicates the requirement to confirm that effort proposed on a project is what a PI contributes. The removal of “certification” allows UT to use this new process that takes away the administrative burden of “certifying”.

This policy is being revised to incorporate updated language in order to align with the requirements of SB 18.

This policy is being revised to focus on Promotion and Tenure and to ensure that the policy reflects current practice, including compliance with SB 18. Other components of the existing policy (faculty compensation, renewal of appointment, etc.) are addressed in other areas.

This policy is being revised to provide a more robust description of the overarching requirements around managing sponsored projects. Through an expanded description of the policies and responsibilities, including detailed definitions, the University research community will have a core resource to guide administration of grants.

This policy was developed in collaboration with Faculty Council and the Provost’s Office to clarify the process of undergraduate curricular review and approval that has been delegated to Undergraduate College.

This policy is being retired as the information it is already contained in the General Information Catalog Appendix L. The GIC is reviewed annually by the Division of Student Affairs and the Office of the Vice President for Legal Affairs.